thetrackt Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 All, Any idea of the best/most efficient vinyl record storage bags are out there? To be clear, I'm talking about the bags that go over the sleeve and house everything so they don't get damaged or whatever. Any suggestions appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleepingWithMotion Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 You mean outer sleeves? Like this? http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-5-0-record-sleeve-p/9380.htm This video may help if this is the right thing you are talking about: Tommy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 Most efficient? LOL Han Solo and nancy_raygun 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thetrackt Posted April 4, 2016 Author Share Posted April 4, 2016 Comtorn, thank you. That's perfect! I am ordering some of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleepingWithMotion Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 No problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I use the SC sleeves as well, but I prefer the 3mm resealable ones. I slide them on so the flap is on the same side as the opening in the jacket. Just peel the flap back and slide the LP out. Don't even have to get my fingerprints on the jacket! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I was all about the 5 mil for a bit but I realized I actually prefer their economy sleeves. The crystal clear ones look cool and they are high quality but they slip around a ton and I prefer the tighter grip and no-slip qualities of the less clear, more affordable sleeves they sell. For inner sleeves, I had the same experience with their Ultimate Audiophile sleeves. I actually prefer their version that only has one paper side, like the MoFi sleeves, over the Ultimates which have two paper sides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arem Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I agree about the Ultimate Outer 5.0, they are nice but a little too thick and stiff for me, and they get weird folds and creases if the jackets are too thick. I prefer the 2.5 mil sleeves, they are just as clear as the 5.0 and easier to use. I prefer the single-sided inner sleeves as well. For 7 inches I've found that the Bags Unlimited poly-lined paper sleeves are better than the Sleeve City ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pee Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I can't believe I watched a 4 minute video on outer sleeves... drewvandal and Tommy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I can't believe I watched a 4 minute video on outer sleeves... I can't believe you did either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandwichRecords Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I've been using the sleeve city 2.0 anti-static inner sleeves, which don't have any paper lining. What's the advantage of the paper lining mentioned in the above replies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arem Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 The paper lined sleeves hold their shape much better, plastic sleeves on their own are more annoying than paper sleeves IMO. SandwichRecords 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 ^ It keeps the sleeve sturdy so you can slip the record in and out without bunching or folding the sleeve or its corners. I use MoFis mostly but I slightly prefer the SleevCity version as their paper side is a little sturdier. MoFis still bunch slightly at times. SandwichRecords 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freki Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I've experienced no issues with the paperless ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Anyone use the bags unlimited outer sleeves? The resealable ones from SC are backorder for the next 8-10 weeks. I was thinking of going with these. They are the closest to the SC ones, and about 1/2 the cost. https://www.bagsunlimited.com/p-5307-12-record-jacket-sleeve-with-resealable-flap.aspx Or these... https://www.bagsunlimited.com/p-6308-record-jacket-sleeve-with-resealable-flap.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 They are fucking plastic bags, not that complicated Han Solo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Anyone use the bags unlimited outer sleeves? The resealable ones from SC are backorder for the next 8-10 weeks. I was thinking of going with these. They are the closest to the SC ones, and about 1/2 the cost. https://www.bagsunlimited.com/p-5307-12-record-jacket-sleeve-with-resealable-flap.aspx Or these... https://www.bagsunlimited.com/p-6308-record-jacket-sleeve-with-resealable-flap.aspx I wouldn't wish those sleeves on my worst enemy. They suck. They are super thin, relatively noisy, and comically oversized. They also tear when reopening after a short period of time. I had a bag or two. I stopped using them and threw the remainder away. They are garbage. These are very nice. http://www.elusivedisc.com/Japanese-12-Vinyl-Resealable-Outer-Sleeves-100-Pack/productinfo/JPNOUTERLP/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Yeah I'm looking for something similar in price and quality to the SC ones. 3 mil, high quality, and $20 for 50. Thanks for the heads up though, glad I didn't buy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 They are fucking plastic bags, not that complicated I use Albertsons bags for my records. Fuck Ralph and his bourgeoise bags. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tardcore Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 I wouldn't wish those sleeves on my worst enemy. They suck. They are super thin, relatively noisy, and comically oversized. They also tear when reopening after a short period of time. I had a bag or two. I stopped using them and threw the remainder away. They are garbage. These are very nice. http://www.elusivedisc.com/Japanese-12-Vinyl-Resealable-Outer-Sleeves-100-Pack/productinfo/JPNOUTERLP/ I used those other sleeves and ended up having to throw away all of my records. The elusive disc sleeves are pretty ok. I just sort through the 100 pack to find the single best sleeve and then burn the rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I used those other sleeves and ended up having to throw away all of my records. The elusive disc sleeves are pretty ok. I just sort through the 100 pack to find the single best sleeve and then burn the rest. Finally someone gets me. <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolt Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I've never had a problem with the Bags Unlimited resealable sleeves, and I've put them on hundreds of records. Regardless of where you buy them, resealable is the way to go, especially if you buy a lot of used records. Sooner or later, you'll end up with a record that smells like a moldy basement/garage/etc., and resealable sleeves keep that stench from stinking up your place. Then there's the fact that yeah, they protect the covers and so on. For the BU sleeves, I prefer the 12 5/8" ones - even though they're a "snug fit" according to them, they fit most double-LPs that I own. https://www.bagsunlimited.com/product/5308/12-record-jacket-sleeve-with-resealable-flap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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