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New Member
United States
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Hey guys! Newbie coin collector here, so apologies for the cluelessness  I recently picked up some very nice uncirculated walking liberties, and I already have them in the Guardhouse capsules. I know some people swear by the air-tites, though, and I was wondering if the air-tites were a lot better and if I should buy them to replace the ones I already have? Just wanted to make sure that I'm storing them properly. Appreciate it! I.N. |
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Moderator
 United States
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 to the Community! I believe Guardhouse are fine, but other opinions are welcome. |
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New Member
 United States
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Thank you, glad to be here!
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
United States
12261 Posts |
Guardhouse makes a quality holder - there's no need for you to replace the holders with Air-Tire brand capsules. I have used both types for years and have not had any issues with either.
Guardhouse also makes a nice row box specifically for coins in capsules (three different sizes to fit the various capsule sizes). The boxes have built-in spaces to separate the capsules stored in them which helps to minimize the chances of scratching them.
IMO, you're off to a good start with the Guardhouse capsules you have.
Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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10/06/2020 6:29 pm
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New Member
United States
10 Posts |
That sounds interesting, I didn't know they made those. Not too too concerned with that and scratching capsules ATM because I don't have too many yet but I will for sure look into getting a few boxes to organize once I have enough coins. Appreciate it man!
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United States
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Guardhouse also makes a nice row box specifically for coins in capsules (three different sizes to fit the various capsule sizes). The boxes have built-in spaces to separate the capsules stored in them which helps to minimize the chances of scratching them. Good to know!  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Welcome! I would have to agree with Commems. While I personally use Air-tite ring holders, Guardhouse are on par as to long term protection.
ANA member - PAN Member - BCCS Member There are no problems only solutions - the late, great John Lennon
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New Member
United States
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I started with Airtight but was frustrated when some coins would not sit good. I quickly found out that on some capsules there would be a burr of plastic sticking up on the edge of the inside diameter of the rim where the coin sits, then when I tried to remove the remove the coin to put in another capsule, the coin would be stuck. Sometimes the capsules halves would be a little tight which resulted in stress cracking in the plastic edges around the circumference. when I switched to Guardhouse there was never an issue, it appears to be manufactured at more consistent tolerances. The cost is cheaper for Guardhouse than Airtight, so My concern was for the level of protection, but so far so good.
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United States
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to the Community, Quarterman21! |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
7273 Posts |
I've been using Guardhouse for my ASE and I like them. Price is good, they are well made and the quality is up there, no real reason not to get Guardhouse. |
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Posted 10/06/2020 5:37 pm
