Your choice of binder?

[stagecoach]

Quoting an older post of mine:

@stagecoach

I use different binders than most collectors but I am very fond of them.

One-Touch Classic 3-Ring Binder with Slipcase, 2" Spine - Bindertek One-Touch Classic 3-Ring Binder with Slipcase, 3" Spine - Bindertek

These binders have 3” and 2” versions with a sturdy slipcover to keep the contents protected. They are seriously heavy duty binders that can handle the weight of trading cards easily.

Binder Features:

• Elegant European design that combines clean, professional style with peak efficiency
• Hardbound, linen-textured cover featuring an embossed Bindertek logo and thick boards for added durability
• Effort-free, one-touch ring mechanism for smooth opening and closing
• Dependable slanted D-ring ensures pages lie flat
• Ball-and-socket ring closure for snag-free page turning
• Customizable spine label and table of contents
• Steel-reinforced bottom edges for added longevity
• Steel-rimmed finger hole for easy shelf access
• Acid-free binder covers protect documents long term

Slipcase Features:

• Crafted from quality 100pt. hardbound chipboard
• Acid-free slipcase cover protects contents long term
• Designed with a unique linen-textured cover and subtle silkscreened Bindertek logo

Specifications:

• Spine Width: 3"
• 2" Rings
• Binder Dimensions: 11.375"W x 11.625"H x 3″D
• Fits U.S. Letter-Size: 8.5" x 11" Paper
• Sheet capacity: Approximately 525 sheets
• U.S. ring spacing
• Slipcase Dimensions: 11.5"W x 12"H x 3.25"D
• 1 Slipcase per pack

I picked these because they feel so classy and professional and that’s how I wanted my collection to feel as an adult. I really like how they make my cards feel and obviously you have the benefit of using your own preferred sleeve counts.

The strength of the binder has no problem handling the weight of cards and card pages. My cards aren’t even back to back in their pockets and the binder doesn’t limp at all.

All my cards are in these. I love them. My main collection is a 3” first generation binder and a 2” neo generation binder. There are definitely other binders that are more convenient but I’m fond of these because you can’t beat the class.