How do you store/display your sets

[The-Cardfather]

Hello all.

I will try to make my point here without sounding too cynical.

While I agree that the wall mounted displays, as well as the bookcases of clearly-labeled binders looks great. And what's the point of having a collection if you can't see/enjoy it.
But the reality of life is that there are a lot of unscrupulous people out there. If someone peeks inside your window, or a contractor is in your home to make a repair, or perhaps a well-meaning relative had one drink too many and tells someone he just met inside a bar about your "impressive" collection; you (and your collection) become vulnerable.

If you must display your collection for all to see, I would strongly recommend getting insurance - just in case (and for peace of mind).

[Huck]

Pricey but well made.

http://www.homeplateheroes.com/Homep...play-Case.html

[Leon]

I have a lot of inexpensive stuff in several display shelves in my office. For expensive stuff I have used scans on the net and a safe deposit box which I used to go visit fairly often, to see them in person.

Originally Posted by The Cardfather

Hello all.

I will try to make my point here without sounding too cynical.

While I agree that the wall mounted displays, as well as the bookcases of clearly-labeled binders looks great. And what's the point of having a collection if you can't see/enjoy it.
But the reality of life is that there are a lot of unscrupulous people out there. If someone peeks inside your window, or a contractor is in your home to make a repair, or perhaps a well-meaning relative had one drink too many and tells someone he just met inside a bar about your "impressive" collection; you (and your collection) become vulnerable.

If you must display your collection for all to see, I would strongly recommend getting insurance - just in case (and for peace of mind).

[Leon]

I have a lot of inexpensive stuff on several display shelves in my office. For expensive stuff I have used scans on the net and a safe deposit box which I used to go visit fairly often, to see them in person.

Originally Posted by The Cardfather

Hello all.

I will try to make my point here without sounding too cynical.

While I agree that the wall mounted displays, as well as the bookcases of clearly-labeled binders looks great. And what's the point of having a collection if you can't see/enjoy it.
But the reality of life is that there are a lot of unscrupulous people out there. If someone peeks inside your window, or a contractor is in your home to make a repair, or perhaps a well-meaning relative had one drink too many and tells someone he just met inside a bar about your "impressive" collection; you (and your collection) become vulnerable.

If you must display your collection for all to see, I would strongly recommend getting insurance - just in case (and for peace of mind).

[68setcollector]

I have mine in the box that I made

[irv]

Originally Posted by 68setcollector

I have mine in the box that I made

Nice, and nice cards too!

[DBesse27]

Great stowage box.

[almostdone]

I made this display case for my Red Heart set when I completed it last year. Check out some of the other custom displays I've made in my photo album.
Drew

[Snapolit1]

Woke up Saturday to a malfunctioning boiler and water cascading from the second floor all the way back down to the basement. Water coming through the ceilings. Scared the crap out of me but cards are on shelves on the other side of the house. Wake up call. Need to do something. Also get very concerned when workers are in the house. Time for a safe I think. Hate the idea of a safe deposit box where I need to go to bank to see my rare ones.

[deltaarnet]

Here's my first attempt at a PSA storage box. Holds 100 at 30 degree angle. Really bad idea, too big and the sliding top is a pain. Right now it holds my Killebrew collection.

[lug-nut]

Agreed. Some displays are very nice and some people have the right set up in their home to display them. But for me, no cards on display, only my balls. uhhh, baseballs. All cards are in a locked firebox bolted to the foundation next to my gun safe in a closet of the house that has an alarm with armed response....all insured thanks to a member who demanded i insure my stuff before i sell it to him.

Originally Posted by The Cardfather

Hello all.

I will try to make my point here without sounding too cynical.

While I agree that the wall mounted displays, as well as the bookcases of clearly-labeled binders looks great. And what's the point of having a collection if you can't see/enjoy it.
But the reality of life is that there are a lot of unscrupulous people out there. If someone peeks inside your window, or a contractor is in your home to make a repair, or perhaps a well-meaning relative had one drink too many and tells someone he just met inside a bar about your "impressive" collection; you (and your collection) become vulnerable.

If you must display your collection for all to see, I would strongly recommend getting insurance - just in case (and for peace of mind).

[1880nonsports]

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[joeadcock]

Originally Posted by 1880nonsports

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Nice