Body bags is an american comic book series created, written and illustrated by jason pearson. Comic book bags comic book boards comic book boxes. The regular bags that you can get at your lcs should last between 57 years, but. The extender boards are very important on older comics that utilized standard news paper type paper. This comic book showcase holds comics up to 7 x 10. The primary purpose of a backing board is to add some stiffness to your comic book storage and prevent unintended bending or creasing of your comics. The acid in the board will eventually leach into the comic and damage the paper. Comic backing boards come in different thicknesses and acidfree properties. Hey guys, it looks like this forum doesnt get browsed very often but im looking for a good source for comic book bags and boards too i suppose. Past, ive always used upro bags which are labeled as acid free right on packaging.
It is against treating every comic with such reverence. People saying their comics dont fit are not reading the current part of current comic book bags and boards. Jun 15, 2017 if possible, the free comic i include is related to the comic or comics that you ordered from my online comic book shop. Bcw offers a wide variety of acid free comic book bags. Our comic book bags are also made with our crystal clear technology, so these are the clearest bags available today. The basic purpose for using a backing board is to give the comic some stiffness. Buy bcw silver comic mylar bags 2 mil comics, comic books storage collecting supplies, 7 14 x 10 12 50 pack. Lucky for you, bcw has comic book protectors of all kinds. Get the best deal for collectible comics storage supplies from the largest online selection at. How often bags and boards need to be replaced depends on how the comics are stored and what type of bags and boards are used.
Produced by gaijin studios in 1996, body bags includes a large. The nineties was a time of groundbreaking work in the comic community that gave birth to the age of modern comics. Pack of 100 bcw resealable treasury comic book poly bags 2 mil material thickness. Use the thick version of each size to store thicker comic books like annuals. If you only end up enjoying one or two comics, its still a spectacular deal. Acid free comic book backer boards current, silver. Care, handling, and storage of comic books collections. Store your comics in our poly bags and protect them from dust, dirt, finger oils and other airborne pollutants. Taking care when handling any collection item, especially functional items like comic books and magazines with flexing parts, is one of the more effective, costefficient, and easily achieved preservation measures.
Get the best deals on dc comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. These acid free, archival safe bags come in current, silver, golden, and treasury sizes. There is such a wide selection of online comic shops that i wanted to do a little test. People saying the boards didnt fit in the bags must have gotten a bad batch because mine were all just right. So there you go folks, i do hope you found the info in this blog post useful. Backing boards and microchamber paper are used in conjunction with your bags of choice to enhance the preservation of your comic. Premium comic bags archival stiffeners crystal clear bags. Bcw reseal able current comic bags are an acid free, archival quality product made of ultraclear polypropylene. Bcw life magazine size backing boards are compatible with all life magizine size comic bags that we carry. How often should you replace the bags and boards when.
Mar 09, 2014 backing boards and microchamber paper are used in conjunction with your bags of choice to enhance the preservation of your comic. Most times i find the product i want for a lower price, often with free shipping. Made from 100% virgin material, these bags measure approx 2 mm thick and come in packs of 100. We also have a super file cabinet box that holds two compact comic boxes and stacks 3 high comic boxes are sold separately. Produced by gaijin studios in 1996, body bags includes a large amount of blood, violence and characters who enjoy killing and cursing, which is displayed in a number of scenes in the book that have been deemed shocking.
Hobbies depot offers bcw brand acid free comic book backing boards by the pack and by the case. We stock comic bags made out of polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester. Unfollow comic book bags to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Acid free archival safe comic book 2mil poly bags by the. If it is not, move on and purchase the acidfree ones. Jul 08, 2016 quick video on how i take care of my comics on bags and boards. Stayfithomez free shipping with zazzle black learn more. Corrugated cardboard, corrugated plastic, and archival acid free board. The bcw life magazine backing boards are made from a full 24 point solid bleached sulfate, coated on one side with a buffered 3% calcium carbonate, and are precision cut to size.
Comic book shipping boxes that your customers will love. Then, combine your bags with boards and other comic book supplies for full protection and storage. Our poly material has passed the photo activity test and is approved as safe for longterm storage. My search is never complete without checking prices on ebay. I put everything together last night, and these did the job perfectly. Bcw resealable silverregular comic book bags, clear 2mil. Browse our selection of acidfree comic book sleeves below, with golden, silver and modern age options. Then, combine your bags with boards and other comic. New comic book heat press pressed comics for better grading books, t shirt press. Be a hero and keep your comics safe with comic book sleeves from bcw. Big fudge archival comic book bags and boards pack of 50 comic bags and 50 boards for current comic books or 6. If you have any thoughts or questions related to shipping comic books, feel free to share them in the comments section below. Starting or even just expanding an existing comic book collection can seem a little daunting.
Am not going to ding them a star, but going back to upro. If you have any thoughts or questions related to shipping comic books, feel free to share them in. Weve got comic book protectors of all kinds, including comic book storage boxes, comic boards and bags. Buy this item and get 90 days free amazon music unlimited. Use this bag like a pro to protect and store your regular modern comic books.
Alibaba manufacturer directory suppliers, manufacturers. After purchase, you will receive an email with further information. The bright colors of the comic books will still stand out and your sales will only grow. As for bcw bags themself, they are perfectly formed for bcw boards. If you are planning on keeping your comics long term or for your valuable books, you should not only use 2 mil mylar bags, you should also use acid free backer boards and some type of comic acid free extender boards. Comic book storage supplies shop comic book sleeves and. To store comic books, start by sealing them in comic book bags, which you can buy online or at your local comic or hobby shop. When i first started collecting comic books, i used rather cheap poly bags polyethylene and standard boards. Mar 29, 2019 although the hobby of collecting comic books is not quite as old, it has spawned an industry of providing collectors with bags, boards, and boxes to preserve their comics in. Where to find discounted comic book bags, mylar, boards and boxes.
I went to the comic shop today to pick up some bags and boards and nearly had a stroke when i saw the prices. Hey all, im about to rebag most of my collection in mylar and cant decide whether to go with standard size bags or current size. Gerber published the photo journal guide to comics and is well known. Jun 27, 2015 how often bags and boards need to be replaced depends on how the comics are stored and what type of bags and boards are used. Our short comic storage boxes are made of three choices of material. Comic books and magazines have been bleached with acid and remains in the paper, to prevent further loss use comic book boards to absorb the acid.
Mar 28, 2020 to store comic books, start by sealing them in comic book bags, which you can buy online or at your local comic or hobby shop. There are options for those too, like bins and resealable comic book. My test was to order grab bags from three online comic shops, and to see which one gave the best experience. These are snapshots of the industry at its best and worst. Lighter than their polyethylene counterparts, these bags are ideal for keeping your comics safe. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Resealable and nonresealable 2mil comic book poly bags.
How often should you replace the bags and boards when storing. These bags feature an adhesive strip on the body of the bag so the collector can fold the flap over and seal in the comic book. Deleted from this was an example of free comic book day comics that then have 20 cents spent on bagging and boarding literally infinity times more cost than the book itself. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Familyartzaz free shipping with zazzle black learn more. From the golden and silver age through the current era, bcw has comic book supplies that will keep your collection safe. Comic book sleeves acid free comic book protectors bcw. Its an international event that celebrates comic books and the local comic shops that provide.
The max protection current comic bags are an acid free, archival quality product made of crystal clear polypropylene. Pack of 100 bcw resealable treasury comic book poly bags. For the best use of these preserving materials, its important to know how to size your comic books for proper storage. Major comics companies have titles with histories that span decades of publication, and if you are new to a particular arc, it can be hard to even decide where to start. The initial series, simply entitled body bags, was a launch title for dark horse comics blanc noir line of books. We also offered the first acidfree boxes and acidfree backing boards to collectors. Comic bags wholesale comic book sleeves to protect comic books. The boards have a dull side and a slick, shiny side. Additionally, to prevent creases, place a piece of acid free cardboard backing in the bag with the comic. My polemic isnt against keeping the comics you love in good shape, though. Next, place your books upright in an acid free, dry cardboard or plastic box or in a filing cabinet. Ive always used upro bags which are labeled as acid free right on packaging. Its more important to keep them in a cool, dry place.
If you have been curious what online comic shop to use, i dont blame you. Direct comic book bag, board and box manufacturers. Use this item to protect and store your collectible regular comics. Browse our selection of acid free comic book sleeves below, with golden, silver and modern age options. Our bags hold size and thickness tolerances and come in printed outer bags for easy product identification. Although the hobby of collecting comic books is not quite as old, it has spawned an industry of providing collectors with bags, boards, and boxes to preserve their comics in. Im getting back to this and i thought maybe it was a good idea to ask for. The bcw comic book showcase holder is made of high impact, crystal clear polystyrene with a strong black polystyrene back. A wide variety of comic bag options are available to you, such as heat seal, zipper top. You have clicked a page that seems to be very popular.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Most times i find the product i want for a lower price, often with free. There is a comic book care thread that can offer some advice. Stayfithomez free shipping with zazzle black learn. Current vs standard size bags and boards cgc comic book. Bcw backer boards are buffered with 3% calcium carbonite and precision cut to fit inside bcw comic book poly bags or mylars sold separately unless otherwise noted. Use our bags for storage in conjunction with our comic book backing boards and comic book. Before the holidays i did a few searches and i stumbled upon a seller who had these combo packs with bags with boards already loaded in them. Find great designs on tote bags, lunch bags, messenger bags, wallets, makeup bags and more.
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