I switched back to raw cards and my happiness increased 1000%

[gonefishin]

Through the years I have tried several different methods. I finally went back to what made me happy - 3 ring binders in Pro sheets - in sets. The graded cards that make up my sets I take a picture of the card, size it, and place it in the binder. The binder makes it so easy because you can also read the back of the card, pull them out when you want, and easily helps me track my completion of the set. If you have 2 versions of the card - let's say yellow and white versions of the 69 Mantle - you can easily place both cards in the binder. Yes, I have Mantles, Clemente, etc. inserted in the set. Also in the front I place a checklist of the set, any other information, etc. Also, if there is a separate set from that year (let's say the 65 embossed) I also place that set in the 65 binder.

Whatever makes one happy!