Warped cards. Help!

Hello everyone.

I would need some help in reference to properly storing Pokémon cards. I’ve noticed that a number of my holos (contained in a penny sleeve and regular top loader) have become warped. I never touch them or have them stored in a way that would cause any physical damage. How can I eliminate this from happening? I’ve heard some people use card savers as an alternative to top loaders. I use Ultra Pro for everything, not sure if there’s a better brand that I should use instead.

Also, what methods should I use to store PSA graded cards? Currently I have them stored in those smaller boxes that come with the ETB. Would prefer to have them all together, inside something more secure and looks professional. I only have about 20, so something such as a large safe wouldn’t be ideal- at least until I’ve further grown my collection. I’ve seen briefcases with the black foam etc. So perhaps that’s a good option?

One more question. Which are the “perfect fit” sleeves for PSA cases? Thanks.

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Top Loaders don’t prevent warping, are only slightly better than binder pages in that respect, and are only for people who travel by horse driven carriages. Throw em out.

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Hi! These are great.

www.ebay.com/itm/50-Superior-Fit-Clear-Sleeves-with-Tapered-Flap-for-PSA-Graded-Card-Slabs-4-Mil/281755202202?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

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Card Savers are the way to go! Cards move in top loaders and are not tight enough. If my cards are not in a ultra pro-pro binder for viewing they are in these and boxed.

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I had the same thing happen to a few modern pack pulled cards in brand new ultra pro sleeves inside top loaders. I noticed like 5 or so warped so I threw out all top loaders. I couldn’t understand why it happened at the time. I thought it was my fault for putting them in stacks of 10

I’ll be sure to throw them out pronto! Lol

@espg07,

Keep in mind though, some people swear by top loaders. It’s all they use.
So give the card-savers a try and then you can make an educated decision.

Note, they are less expensive and take up less room too;)

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Do you suggest Card Saver I or II?

I know you’re not asking me, buuuuttt card saver 1’s all day everyday. :blush:

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I love card savers too, they are skinnier as well so they take up a little less room, plus your cards dont move around in the card saver

Thanks! That’s what the majority of people I talk with say.

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