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I am upgrading my coin folders to Dansco Albums. I am wondering if there is an easy way to get that darn plastic slip window open? I just bought 10 new albums and I'm having a heck of a time to get that darn thing open. Is it because they are new? Is there a easy way to do this? Maybe I am doing it wrong? I just put my finger on the plastic window and push out to the right and after a few attempts, I can see just enough of the plastic to get a hold of it and slide it open. Anyone else find this to be a challenge?
Tim
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United States
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Tim, I have several Dansco's, and your method is the only way I know. They will loosen up somewhat after a while. Also (I'm sure you know this already!) be real careful sliding the window back in place. I didn't notice that I had a proof coin sitting slightly higher than it should be in the slot, slid the window back, and scratched the coin with the plastic. Talk about learning the hard way  |
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Tim Thats the way its done as far as I know . And I do love Dansco's
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United States
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I prefer the Dansco Albums - the coins fit well, and the album itself is attractive. The slides have to be slid straight in and straight out as they can get in a bind if not.
Heed the above advice about the plastic slide scratching the surface of your proof coins. I, too, learned the hard way.
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Thanks for the replies. I did find an easier way. If your wearing latex gloves those slides open real easy. It is a long and tedious process to transfer each coin out from folder to album, but it is fun and I am trying to grade these as I go.
Tim
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Originally posted by Tpatna
Thanks for the replies. I did find an easier way. If your wearing latex gloves those slides open real easy. It is a long and tedious process to transfer each coin out from folder to album, but it is fun and I am trying to grade these as I go.
Tim
Now there's a great idea !!! Thanks for that cool tip  |
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New Member
United States
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I use the Whitman Classic Albums and they're the same way. I make sure to have the coins in far enough to where the plastic doesn't touch the coin. I've always used Whitman Classics. I like the way silver coins look against the blue pages.
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Valued Member
United States
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It may too late to consider, but I like those old Wayte Raymond albums. A lot like Dansco but easier IMO to deal with. And if you like incredible toning you can't beat these. Here are some examples on ebay: (not my auctions) http://search.ebay.com/wayte-raymond_W0QQfromZR40 |
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Valued Member
United States
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Hi all I have always disliked Dansco and similar albums for all the above reasons, but that latex glove suggestion of Tpatna's is really great. I must now reconsider the use of Danso style albums for especially the heavily circulated sets I'm building such as Liberty nickels and the Barber series.   That said, I really like the Eagle system of holders and albums which I use on all my nicer sets and series. A plus to the Eagle system is you can configure your collection any way you want, and re-arrange it endlessly, you are not limited to preprinted holes. They are not cheap though, which makes them unsuitable for coins worth less than the holder!!  Don't you just love these smilies?  Somebody rap my knuckles if I overdo it... Dennis  |
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United States
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Yes Dennis and there is one more advantage you forgot to mention, and that is you can handle each coin individually and pass it around for viewing. The Eagle holders are a lot nicer collecting system.
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Posted 09/25/2006 8:23 pm
