Why all the tape?

[Buythatcard]

I am both a buyer and seller. I also hate the over taped packages. Sometimes the auction houses use so much tape and then place the package in a tightly sealed box that sits within another taped box. I feel like they are shipping a Honus Wagner T206. I think that this is their way of justifying the high shipping charges that they put upon us.

On the the selling end, I use a small piece of scotch tape on the top loader to prevent the card from slipping out. I have received mixed reviews. Most people seem to be content but there are a few who hate trying to remove the tape. I am not sure how to satisfy all.

I hear about this painters blue tape. Is that the way to go?

[Ease]

I'd rather it be taped up solid and secure than loose. I know how to use a blade.

[t206blogcom]

Originally Posted by Ease

I'd rather it be taped up solid and secure than loose. I know how to use a blade.

+1

[Exhibitman]

What I can't stand is when the seller uses a lot of tape but too small of a cardboard or holder so that the edges of the card are right up near the tape. Opening one of those is a nightmare.

The worst of all are the non-collector sellers who take saran wrap or something similar, wrap the card tightly in it, tape the wrap closed, then tape it down to cardboard. Getting one of those out all but guarantees corner damage.

[Jewish-collector]

Don't you just love when a seller puts a card loose in the envelope with nothing to protect it ?

[Tcards-Please]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

Don't you just love when a seller puts a card loose in the envelope with nothing to protect it ?

That takes care of the tape issue

r/
Frank

[39special]

I always use masking (painters) tape.Having painted cars for the last 30+ years I have access to all kinds.I use either blue,green or yellow.They seem to hold the best,and is easy to remove.

[Runscott]

Chris, I just sent Goldin $19.95 + insurance for a single PSA-slabbed card, so I'm expecting something similar to what you received today.

I don't even question shipping anymore - I just factor 2X what's reasonable into my bid.

[tjb1952tjb]

Originally Posted by 39special

I always use masking (painters) tape.Having painted cars for the last 30+ years I have access to all kinds.I use either blue,green or yellow.They seem to hold the best,and is easy to remove.

Painter's tape (blue, green, or yellow) is the way to go. Secures card, and is removed very easily with no residue. I wish all sellers would use it.

[deadballfreaK]

I got a group of cards today with a rubber band around them. Luckily they were beaters already.

[SMPEP]

I agree, put enough tape to ensure the package stays closed ... but I have literally gotten puffy envelopes, entirely wrapped in tape (top, bottom, and sides), and then you finally open it up ... and find whatever's inside wrapped in more tape.

If it takes me 10 minutes to open your package, you've put too much tape on it!

Common sense is unfortunately not common.

Cheers,
Patrick

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

Don't you just love when a seller puts a card loose in the envelope with nothing to protect it ?

My favorite is 1800's cabinet cards stuck loosely in an envelope, without even a 'do not bend' or 'fragile' notation on the envelope.

As far as too much tape, I haven't had any complaints yet, but now I wonder. I just fold a piece of cardboard over the encased card (top loader or TPA case), then cover all edges with tape. I do this because I'm concerned about moisture if the package gets soaked. Probably an invalid fear.

Perhaps we should have a packing contest, where each person shows photos of how the do it? Then we could have customers vote on their preference.

[kilo]

Originally Posted by Ease

I'd rather it be taped up solid and secure than loose. I know how to use a blade.

+2