(Part 2) Best binder accessories according to redditors

I personally only use them for signed albums just so the signatures don’t come off, but I can understand wanting to use them for other reasons like keeping the dust off of them.

I bought these ones so just in case I get some albums that are bigger, but it probably won’t fit big ones like some NCT or Pentagon albums due to its size.
comic book bags

So, true story, I spent almost a decade in heritage digitization (ie. preserving, stabilizing, and then digitizing old documents).

As others have mentioned here, the most important thing you can do ASAP is to get a digital copy of the document. Unless you have an insane amount of fine detail on the page, even your smart phone camera should be fine (an iPhone, for example, should be able to capture the document at rough ~170 pixels per inch which isn't amazing, but good enough for a just-in-case), although if you have a DSLR with a decent lens, you'll probably get better results. I wouldn't get too caught up on perfect lighting either, but try to make sure it's well lit. If you are concerned about getting a really high quality representation of the document, I'd recommend taking 4-12 pictures of the document, focused on different areas, and then using a program like Hugin which is 100% free to combine the individual photos into one very high quality image. Hugin isn't extremely difficult, but it's not extremely easy either so if you go that route make sure to follow the tutorials, like this one.

Additionally, I'd highly recommend capturing both sides of the document, even if nothing appears to be on the other side.

For preserving until you can get to a professional, the thing to focus on is that acid is your enemy and humidity is very particular. The first thing I'd do is pick up something like this: https://www.amazon.com/BCW-Newspaper-Polypropylene-Sleeves-50-Sleeves/dp/B00IDCZ6DS/

Regardless of what you get, you're looking for the keywords "Acid-free" and "Archival" (ie. polyester, polypropylene, or polyethylene). Make sure to avoid anything made from PVC ( polyvinylchloride), which will damage the document.

On top of that, I'd then move the now sleeved document into something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Gaylord-Archival%C2%AE-Newspaper-Preservation-Box/dp/B00ZDHEN1M/. Your goal with the box is to protect the document from any sunlight, etc.

Finally, for where to store them? No attics, garages, sheds, or basements! Or any environment with extreme temperature shifts, humidity changes, etc. Personally, I'd move the box to the top of an interior closet (ie. not against a house wall).

That being said, I professionally was asked all of the time what the best long-term way to store a document was and the answer I think most people expected was digitally and online. The truth is, paper documents outperform anything digital on longevity by orders of magnitude. Your document might look pretty beat up, but if you take some sensible steps to preserve it, it's got hundreds of years of life left in it.

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I use this Avery binder and these inserts! The inserts are nice because they are bigger than the standard so they cover the entire playbill. The binder is just the right size to cover all the playbills, and it holds about 20, give or take a few. SO much cheaper than the playbill brand and it works great.

I have a 3-ring binder with sheet protectors. Makes it each to keep multipage patterns in one sleeve. I also acquired some sticky tab markers so I could label each category of pattern. These markers do in fact stick to the sheet protector so you could label each item or just label each section.

edit: Instead of a binder, you could also try three prong folders with the sheet protectors and section them by type. Could save space and would be slightly less clunky.

I used to use a shooter's bag that I picked up at a gun show. Here is my old setup. I got it for around $30, but ultimately the zipper on the top pouch failed, so I don't use it anymore. One of the best things that I've found for keeping my atomizers organized are shotgun shell pouches. You can get them in different sizes, for like 12 or 24. I use a Condor EMT Pouch to keep my wire and other small parts together, and I use a Niji Rollup for my rebuilding tools. Here it is in action. Best of luck in your search for organization.

Coming from a TCG background, the one piece of advice I can give people on using binders for photocards is avoid ringed binders like the plague. Use a ringless binder like this. The problem with ringed binders is that if you are too hasty in closing your binder and those pages dont slide all the way back down on those rings, the rings will press down on your cards and damage them. I have ruined a lot of valuable trading cards that way. And everyone always says "nah, im careful", but its just a matter of time until you are distracted or going too fast. Just avoid the situation entirely by going ringless.

50 12" LP / Album Outside Vinyl Record Sleeves - Plastic Covers / Outer Protection https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003NGEGVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PFNmxbBZ87EYC

I want to second your decision to go with this BCW comics box. I have not used specifically this protective carry box, but I absolutely can vouch for the quality of most BCW products. I think you can see for yourself how well this box works for precisely what you need to do when visiting C2E2 as you read the reviews for this product on Amazon. I use BCW top loaders, and I will usually only buy and use BCW top loaders. They're an excellent quality. I recommend their products, and if I was going to do what you want to do with comics at C2E2 I would own and carry this box too.

I also wanted to point out 2 more things at Amazon. You can go Full Protection Mode and get the BCW white boards to back all of your comics, both the ones you own and the ones you will by. 100 BCW comic boards are under $13.

https://www.amazon.com/BCW-Supplies-Current-Comic-Boards/dp/B003ZUK2J6/ref=pd_sim_229_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B003ZUK2J6&pd_rd_r=KXQVDJ3WFYF65XA13E70&pd_rd_w=8IirJ&pd_rd_wg=N5NyU&refRID=KXQVDJ3WFYF65XA13E70&th=1

And you can bag and board using the add-on priced Ultra-Pro bags of 100 for $7.50

https://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Resealable-Current-Size-Comic/dp/B002QGAF8S/ref=pd_bxgy_200_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B002QGAF8S&pd_rd_r=8S001ABXKAVTBDDC33ZY&pd_rd_w=61NwS&pd_rd_wg=ftqzB&psc=1&refRID=8S001ABXKAVTBDDC33ZY

Or stick with BCW comic bags of 100 for $10

https://www.amazon.com/Current-Re-Sealable-Comic-Book-Count/dp/B002MVQ7W0/ref=pd_sim_200_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B002MVQ7W0&pd_rd_r=P61W1QQ1XW6K01D8QFWG&pd_rd_w=2W6Bo&pd_rd_wg=GULhs&psc=1&refRID=P61W1QQ1XW6K01D8QFWG

It's an investment right now. But with your box for transporting comics, combined with the bagging and boarding for protection during travel or storage at home, you will be set for quite a while.

By air pocket, do you mean you're using the re-sealable ones?

I do not, and have never had the air-pocket issue.

That said, I also haven't seen sleeves that accomodate no seams on the spine, either. That said, I use these, and don't seem to really interfere with the spine all that much: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003NGEGVM

https://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Chicago-Screws-Screw-Posts/dp/B003O9KRWK

You can use Poly bags like these, although I personally think it’s overkill.

BCW Clear Book Bags 10" x 13" with 2" Flap, 100-Count per Pack (1-Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LIOND6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_U.mKDbB2FM4TH


EDIT: I also see folks use something to put underneath the page block while the book is on the shelf, foam, post it’s, etc. to keep them supported and less likely to come loose from the binding.

Back in the day when I collected sports cards I would buy binders and sheets of card sleeves that’d hold 9 cards per page. You could do the same thing as a DM.

Make a Player Binder. Use a few full sheet sleeves (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GQREXO4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D.Y4Bb33Q7Q00) for player info sheets and then print out smaller item cards (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07869MTX3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Z9Y4BbG8PB67N) for there magic items.

Maybe this strap-on organizer? https://www.amazon.com/Accurasee-ACC-CaddieSm-Sketch-Caddie-Small/dp/B005QSTJYO/

Archivist here. I never attempted any restoration but we did store thousands of old photos and Ive had the pleasure of handling a few really old ones myself. The oldest ive had was from 1867 of a pioneer family in rural Canada. This photo was stored within a family bible for well over a century and stood up fairly well considering. Photos are fairly tough in terms of the material that theyre made from; it is exposure to the sun and humidity that damage it the worst.


/u/bhender explains virtually how we flatten curled photos. If you can at all, use soft gloves. This protects from the moisture of your hands, as well as allowing your hands to essentially slide across the photo without damaging it. Future preservationists who would love these photos will thank you for it.


Your goal when handling the document is to touch it as little as possible; pretend it is about to crumble into ashes and exaggerate your caution. It would be a good idea to flatten the photo before you scan it so see if you can get a larger book to slide the photo in. It could sometimes take days for the picture to flatten properly; from here see if you can get a plastic sheet protector that you can put into a binder. These are what we at the archives stored the photos in for ease of access. Others we put in letter envelopes. It would be preferable if you could scan the photos inside the plastic sleeve as to minimize the risk of damaging the photos. Once they are digitized, find a cool dark place to store them in. I keep my own personal WWII documents and photos in a safe I have, but im a little over the top. We also have a fair bit of WWII German documents including my grandmothers passport identifying her as a non-Jewish German; we have a box with cloth in the bottom and the document on top and another layer of cloth followed by a book etc. This has been the way its been stored since the 1960's and they look virtually as good as they day they were given.


We never attempted restoration of metals but we did occasionally clean some items we had like brass and steel. Usually warm water to wipe down and white vinegar to clean it. We had third party opinions on the restoration of other objects and if it was even worthwhile. Sometimes attempted restoration will strip everything away and end up ruining the item.


In any event, I would scan every picture and page, as well take multiple photographs of each item. Store them as best you can and then only use the digital copies. If you do get them copied, you should throw then on reddit somewhere; I would very much like to see them! Good luck and have fun.

Agree. Something like this

I've been using a 3 ring binder in combination with these:

https://www.amazon.com/20-Twenty-Pages-2-Pocket-Postcards/dp/B003AOK3O6/ref=pd_rhf_ee_s_rp_0_2/135-1748018-4809822?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B003AOK3O6&pd_rd_r=7f2cbd43-b10b-445b-8dcc-af79e2012b2a&pd_rd_w=q3RKa&pd_rd_wg=p97aQ&pf_rd_p=3c151128-0cf3-4938-833b-474d1ea31456&pf_rd_r=C1VA81CZCP81W795M5A5&psc=1&refRID=C1VA81CZCP81W795M5A5

and

https://www.amazon.com/Twenty-Single-Ultra-Pro-9-Pocket/dp/B004QO5KLK/ref=pd_rhf_ee_s_rp_0_3/135-1748018-4809822?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B004QO5KLK&pd_rd_r=7f2cbd43-b10b-445b-8dcc-af79e2012b2a&pd_rd_w=q3RKa&pd_rd_wg=p97aQ&pf_rd_p=3c151128-0cf3-4938-833b-474d1ea31456&pf_rd_r=C1VA81CZCP81W795M5A5&psc=1&refRID=C1VA81CZCP81W795M5A5

It allows me flexibility with the sizes of cards it can hold. I've got quite a few cards since I've purchased all the kill zones.

mylites are made for much thinner comics so while manga can fit into a larger sized bag (because manga volumes tend to be much smaller than comics), it would be difficult to place them on a bookshelf. On the other hand, if you're stacking them in a pile/box I think it would work out..

A quick google search shows that they do exist though... https://www.amazon.com/BCW-Digest-Manga-Bag-Pack/dp/B002IPQNBK problem is there's no "standard" manga size while big name comic publishers all publish comics in the same size.

Are you not using bags and boards?

My washi tapes are in this 3-level Sterlite stack & carry box and I might get another.

My pens are in these three semi-transparent toiletry bags: 1; 2; 3. I like these because I can see what's in them. I use hair elastics to band groups of pens together.

Some of my stickers are in this Avery mini-binder with these top loading protector sheets. Some stickers are in a few accordian file folders.

How much better are those than these Silver Age Comic Bags and Backer Boards - 100ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004D1LBCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_74RrDbF3135P1

Ultra-pro 12 slot pages. I stack up duplicates in the same slot, works like a charm.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ETN7N4

Quickest/easiest/cheapest way might be to stop by your local hardware store and see if they have long enough screw post sets.

Never gotten an unbound textbook before!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004D1LBCI/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1486353959&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=silver+age+mylar+comic+bags&dpPl=1&dpID=41I3CltHJ%2BL&ref=plSrch

Those are what I grabbed. Apparently they've gone up 7$ since I purchased them on Thursday evening.

I use different sheets for each card type (Ship, Squad & Objective, Upgrades).
http://www.amazon.com/20-Twenty-Pages-4-Pocket-Postcards/dp/B003AOG42Q - Works perfectly for Ship Cards. A little extra space so sleeved cards will fit in.
http://www.amazon.com/BCW-9-Pocket-Trading-Card-Pages/dp/B003GDZ7HE/ref=sr_1_3?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1451522478&sr=1-3&keywords=pro+9-pocket+page is a pretty standard trading card sleeve, space for sleeves, works well.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ETN7N4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00 - it's a little hard to see on the image, but the space for each card is a bit truncated compared to the standard TCG page protector so the mini cards fit a bit nicer.

The only thing I'd change is a black-backed page, but I can't find many of those in non-traditional (ie not trading card sized) sizes.

One of these may be better than buying pages. Either one of them can hold up to 160 cards but the Ultra Pro one may need sleeves on the cards to make them fit properly.

http://www.amazon.com/Konami-Classic-Duelist-4-pocket-Portfolio/dp/B00HZVMW9O/

www.amazon.com/Ultra-Pro-Pocket-Binder-White/dp/B0094J1PPM

I use these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CF5WL1O/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then you can file them on the shelf with the rest of your records.

Needs some padding compound.

No problemo!

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006NI6HA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O48JXYS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Searching "manga cover" on my side brings this as the first result: http://www.amazon.com/BCW-Digest-And-Manga-Pack/dp/B002IPQNBK/

I use these binder sheets. They allow you to comfortably store 3-4 sleeved gear cards per slot. My gear cards are double sleeved so I tried to avoid putting 4 per slot in case it stretched over time and fell out, but it actually seemed okay when I briefly squeezed 4 in a slot.

High five!!! mine just came in today as well. I'm not going to read it as i have the e-book version, so its going to be on the shelf right away.

Oh don't worry, I coughtorrentcough all the anime i watch. Buying all these merchandise is my way of supporting the companies making the shows i like.

If you've seen Shirobako, then you'll know what the animation/production notes are like. That show was the main reason i started collecting those things to begin with.

Yea, it really is hard to justify these purchases especially with me. All the books i have are sealed upon receiving. They are unread, maybe a couple of flips here and there but other wise, nothing that will break/deteriorate the binding (except for my first set of Bakuman manga).

For the BDs, they are more practical. I'd watch them once a while whenever i feel like it. Other than that, the bonuses are looked at for the first time then sealed away within the box.

These figurines are always kept in the best condition possible, as far as me installing airtight strips on the openings of the display case to prevent most of the dust from coming in. Dusted once to twice a month.

i really just like collecting them, once a while i ask myself what i'm going to do once i phase out of this collecting of mine. But i never got an answer to that, guess i'll figure it out once i'm close/at that point. At other times i feel like i'm wasting money as well, i have a small space in my room and i keep buying more stuff (very limited space left for figurines, but have 15 more preordered; No more space on my shelf to hold more BDs w/o taking over other spaces). This is purely just a self-satisfying hobby which i am enjoying at the moment.

All i can tell you is, if you want to do it you're free to start collecting. BUT, unlike me, limit yourself, for example X amount of dollars a month, or only buying things from series you REALLY like, etc. Know when to stop, budget your money, just because you can buy something doesn't mean you can afford it.

And yes, the books are sealed. I'm using polypropylene/acid-free bags to store them. I learned the lesson the hard way when i noticed my first set of Bakuman manga pages turn yellowish, and i didn't want that to happen again.

I'm a fan of 4-pocket binders, but the HORI binder is just disappointing. I was hoping it would be similar to the NA promo binder.

I own the UK album but it's too big for my tastes. I'll be sticking to my Ultra Pro 4-pocket binder a little longer - it's not perfect and has a flexible cover but at least I don't worry about bending cards. Plus it has side loading pockets!

Also, would plain jackets like these be okay to write on with sharpie and use to store records with MoFi sleeves in? I thought I had read on here about not using sharpie but couldn't remember.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002IPQNBK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 these fit all manga that are normal sized and smaller

There is this

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005QSTJYO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1RY22JEWXPJ7K&coliid=I1HXDBEPSFEAD&psc=1

A friend suggested sealing them since they fade and get yellowish over time. They mentioned a newspaper holder and looked around and found this. Another friend already framed his with Walmart frames, really nice and cheap too.

25 BCW Graded Mylar Comic Book... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W2VMX5K?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I use one of these for my pens and I find it a great solution. It should fit Goulet-style ink sample bottles, too.

You can also get padding compound to make your own pads after printing. https://www.amazon.com/Book-Compound-Adhesive-Binding-Books/dp/B003QI3ZLE

I collect manuals for the NES and SNES. I actually read them regularly (mine are for reading and enjoying - not just displaying). I put them in Ultra Pro binder sleeves (protective sleeves) and keep them in a binder. They are protected yet easy to remove and put back for regular use. I use these specific ones:

https://www.amazon.com/20-Twenty-Pages-2-Pocket-Postcards/dp/B003AOK3O6

Rome wasn't built in a day. You don't need any accessories to get started. Print a few sheets of paper with 1x1 inch grids, and put them in clear sheet protectors: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Office-Sheet-Protectors-Pack/dp/B07C425X2N?ref_=Oct_BSellerC_490544011_0&pf_rd_p=a0090627-0fa5-5265-be45-6c2555389144&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=490544011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0CY7MQZQXKJ3CJDHT343&pf_rd_r=0CY7MQZQXKJ3CJDHT343&pf_rd_p=a0090627-0fa5-5265-be45-6c2555389144

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Draw on them with dry erase markers.

When you're ready, buy a bigger battle mat.

Keep an eye on Facebook Marketplace and Offer Up. I just saw a like-new, 5e, Players Handbook for $20.

Dollar stores often have miniatures. They may not be high quality, but they can get you started.

Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/BCW-Brand-Large-Book-Sleeves/dp/B005LIOND6

Looks like a slab bag, something like https://www.amazon.com/BCW-Graded-Mylar-Comic-Book/dp/B00W2VMX5K

I think you have too many books. Just pick a fundamental you want to study and practice it. reference all your books for that specific thing you're working on skipping chapters if you have too. I have experimented with different art containers and I have found that if I use a art bag stuff gets lost in the bag and unused and forgot about. Pencils of different types tend to break off all the tips and stuff gets dirty in the bag from loose graphite and the broken tip problem. I like using a niji roll. https://www.amazon.com/Yasutomo-Niji-Roll-Multi-purpose-Pouch/dp/B0027A5A9M/ It keeps everything in view when open so I know what I have. It keeps the point on all my pencils from banging around and breaking. It doesn't collect dust like a bag does. For paper and stuff for storage I use a Ikea Alex drawer unit. It looks much nicer and more durable than those plastic walmart containers.

The guy uses [regular plastic page sleeves](Better Office Sheet Protectors, 50 pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C425X2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wriyCbN8SMCRT) and cuts them to fit in the tiles in custom made pockets, and then solders those pockets melting the plastic.

First, print the player's version. Here:

https://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/TOA_Handouts.pdf

Then, have your players use a plastic sheet sleeve in a binder. That way, players can write on it.

Like this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GQREXO4?aaxitk=qgfVHVu0cr-c73ZNRg29hw&pd_rd_i=B01GQREXO4&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3534726502&pd_rd_wg=08EcU&pf_rd_r=ZAZ60DDNZZTJF7ZTAFSJ&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_w=dComw&pf_rd_i=washable+sheet+protector&pd_rd_r=6c9e951e-51d3-4486-b95e-28755ad80cf5&hsa_cr_id=1507800670301

I didn't ask them, but that's what my player did when i gave him the map.