MTG Best Deck Boxes 29 - Spartan Casket, Cube Vault, and Dex Protection Carrying Case

[@sliyanka89]

"it can certainly handle your friend carelessly tossing it in the back trunk of his chevrolet corsica." that was weirdly specific...

[@PhyrexianSurgeon]

Sli'yanka Makes you wonder

[@kabelguy70]

I feel as if there was a a story behind this

[@SuPeRMeGaJoE0]

Don't think I didn't see that quick flex with that 002 Serial number on the Spartan.

[@joarsturve7103]

Missed that one, timestamp?

[@ThomasPoulin]

@@joarsturve7103 11:41

[@NickOnFire1490]

Aaron Cain does amazing work. When I moved out to college, all of my friends decided to only keep one EDH deck. I gave them each a windowed deck box from Aaron Cain, and they all said that it meant a ton to them. They still use the same box and say it still works great.

[@MentalNewb]

I've had an Aaron Cain duel commander box for several years now and it's always been met with awe and fascination. The box is still in pristine working order as well. I will always recommend Aaron Cain.

[@Boyahda]

It is my headcanon that Prof drives a Chevrolet Corsica.

[@jeremiahbachmann3901]

Totally a Corsica. Not slick enough for the Beretta...needs more hair gel.

[@evilal20]

I was thinking more an Aveo 😂

[@Lyrici17]

They stopped making the Corsica in like 1996, can't we at least give the guy like a Malibu?

[@jasonlux73]

A Saturn

[@kabelguy70]

No, he has a Ford Escape

[@drongobrat6471]

I'm out here keeping my cube in a Ziploc bag

[@jamesallmon7756]

Hey, at least it’s water proof.

[@hamcha]

I mean, it shuffles itself by just shaking it

[@b3nzy581]

Lol

[@firekram]

A fanny pack would be better, take your cube everywhere

[@samconsumespie1012]

Nah just use like 2 rubber bands

[@KeldNeedsCoffee]

I'm a huge fan (and owner) of Broken Token for fine wood custom item, but Spartan offers a brillient solution for storing your beloved cube. Spending $1/200 on a high cube value storage solution. It's more than just storage, it's style. And it's luxurious. Thanks for featuring a nice wooden solution.

[@Zantharia]

Idk man. My pauper cube gets sleeved in penny sleeves, and uses a cardboard box. It's for total flavor

[@ihavekalashnikovyoudomath9275]

Too expensive for pauper. Just toss it in an old shoe box, unsleeved

[@Jindistinct]

Hey professor, I really appreciate your product review series. I feel it's a part of the hobby that's somewhat underrepresented though of huge importance. I've personally relied heavily on your sleeve reviews and been checking your reviews for options in lugging all my stuff around (my playmat needs containing). That being said, could you offer any insight at all for display options? I'm sure that the idea of displaying cards rather than playing with them is an anathema for many players but I have certain cards that hold a lot of value for me (both sentimental and monetary) and it has been annoying trying to find a solution that satisfies my OCD in wanting to both protect and have a pleasing display option for them.

[@bryanbutchmartin9260]

Yes! I want tips for displaying my collection! Whether they be boxes of cards or singles!

[@Raaanch]

**looking at his old roughed up Magic Multiverse box** That'll do King Cheetah. That'll do.

[@moomochi6290]

That first vault is just the old case for games workshop miniatures with a logo stamped on it. I've had one one since 2004. It does make a great deck holder/cube tote though so Professor's not wrong. =]

[@sherekhangamedev]

The Dex Protection Carrying Case is more suitable for my needs. I going to check it out. Thanks Prof.

[@user-fl2sn5cq6w]

I’m so happy to see this. I just finished building my first cube, a commander cube no less. I’m just starting to get think about storage.

[@cryomancer20x68]

Thanks for this. I've had a hard time finding a case/box that will hold the cube while packed away in Cubamajigs.

[@Starfury117]

My newb cube is in the Stanley toolbox. Best box ever

[@MrUshiikun]

I picked up a Garage based on your last Cube box video, and love it. Thanks for your reviews!

[@DangerBay]

I'm a simple man. I see the professor, I thumbs up. That dice tower is so cool.

[@josephs.4813]

I know right? I didn’t know what he was assembling then he rolled the dice and it blew my mind.

[@josephs.4813]

I’m actually really happy you made this video. I’m currently building a cube and really need a secure way to store it. Edit: I like that Dex Carrying case. I almost bought the quiver but I felt it was too big. This one looks really neat I might actually purchase it since my cube is small.

[@dankmtg]

I first used a MTG Gift Box to hold my entire cube with all the basic lands, tokens, and even some boxes of dice. It was great and got the job done, but it’s not the best for transporting since it’s a cardboard box. The corners scuff up and the lid doesn’t stay shut. So I’ve moved it to two Stack’N’Safes, one for the cube itself, and the other for lands, tokens, and dice. The convenient thing about this is that now with any other cubes I make in the future, I just have to sleeve it in the same sleeves so the Stack’N’Safe with the basic lands will be compatible, eliminating the need to buy more lands and sleeves for any more cubes I’ll make later on.

[@andrewlaverghetta715]

I definitely want to thank you for reviewing the CK starter cube. It doesn’t have ridiculous power, but there have been some great games and it’s fun to watch them change their offering with each iteration. I keep mine sleeved in dragon shields in a cardboard bcw box...:( yeah

[@johnnykitsune1949]

I'm digging the product reviews! Great review on the products and definitely make the review more engaging by adding some personality 😁👍 I usually use an Ammo tin to transport multiple deck boxes and a cruise box for mass storage of retired card game materials. (Granted my card gaming storage was acquired from my time in the military, so not sure it's as readily available for general populace)

[@ikestoddard2458]

For people on a REALLY restricted budget, I recommend going to a Home Depot or Other hardware store near you and asking for the Stanley small parts organizer or equivalent. Bring a sleeved card and typical deck box with you. It costs between $15 - $21 and has compartments inside for loose dice, counters, etc. I have been using one since 2003. Husky, Ridgid, Plano, and others are competitively priced. It weighs about 1-2 lbs. I have not tried it for cubes, but it ought to fit one.

[@Pugilation]

I have a custom cube box by Aaron Cain, made from purpleheart wood, and it is awesome. I have it on display in our dining room when not in use, highly recommended.

[@altered_beast_of_burden]

I want to get the same one. Love the look of it. Did you get any special inlays or engravings?

[@Pugilation]

@@altered_beast_of_burden I kept it simple, the purpleheart is an amazing colour so really wanted to just let that shine. I did however get matching pink sleeves for the cube!

[@ARocketsPocket]

Wow. The Spartan looks really good. If I had a cube I think I would get one of these. :)

[@pkchutrainer]

Are there any options for trade binders that have security/anti theft features? Stuff for college students who have roommates they might not trust maybe?

[@mrmattywoodzE]

Ink Drop if you can scour the internet and find one of the first gen cube vaults, the had locks.

[@pkchutrainer]

@@mrmattywoodzE I would need something thats binder size or can fit binders.

[@MichaelCoxMTG]

I love that you are showcasing 3 great products with potentially different target customers. I love when you can be positive about everything in a video. Just feels good, y'know!

[@bobbymichealson798]

“A friend carelessly throwing it in the trunk of their Chevrolet Corsica”, feel like there’s a story there prof

[@Duskrequim]

These are nice. I like the first one, as my main issue is, I have about 3 commander size decks and about 20 decks that range about 60-70 cards. So traveling with them all is hard with no container to hold them all

[@Tony-yn5rr]

After watching your videos I sleeve my Yu-Gi-Oh! cards with KMC perfect mini, hypermat mini, custom character guards. Outer sleeves regular size than I put inside a top loader and cover with a plastic wrap

[@RumalZero]

Hey Professor, just wanted to say i love your videos. These product exhibition videos are satisfying and soothing, and I'm very happy that your version of them is still in my feed :)

[@Alikaoz]

Should I get the box or the cube first?

[@jamesallmon7756]

Probably the cube, although if the cube is coming soon you could just get the box first.

[@Alpsus]

real answer: you should plan what your cube will be like (mostly the size and sleeves) and then get the correct box for the cube. After that you should actually buy the cards (now that you can put them somewhere)

[@dankmtg]

Probably a box. That way when your cube is done, you’re ready to go. Rather than having a cube without a box. Even if you decide to not continue with your cube, you can still use the box to store various cards, deck boxes, tokens, etc.

[@jessewski]

Honestly, I would recommend planning your cube(size), then get the box(and sleeves), then make the cube. This makes it so you're not adding additional cards etc too, which to me is a problem!

[@ozg89]

What was wrong with the velvet in the old cube vaults? I liked that I was able to pick an exterior color and an interior one(the velvet).

[@Sp00kyActi0n]

The only KZbin notification that matters.

[@kwelts]

@Tolarian Community College: Why did the Aaron Cain box not get points removed for lack of portability? it has no handle and no strap. also the first two boxes look a lot safer for your cards if dropped. IMO for things as expensive as a cube, dont be blinded by how pretty something looks when a 200 dollar box can destroy 10,000 dollars of cards with an accident.

[@Mr_Myst13]

I think this is because of what he said about Cain's works in a video years ago: you don't really bring a box made by Aaron Cain anywhere, it's more of a bling for your expensive cards... That's why the Prof is ok with it being not that portable...

[@SuPeRMeGaJoE0]

I would imagine it's because that it's not meant for transport. I mean you could chuck it in a backpack if you were careful, I have an Aaron Cain deckbox (not the Spartan) and the closure is really tight, and I'm sure the magnets help with the weight. But the Spartan seems more like a display piece, imo.

[@curts7801]

SuPeRMeGaJoE0 agreed. Aaron Cain and the other high end custom MTG paraphernalia exist as a way to bring your hobby into your home’s interior design in a tasteful and elegant way. I admit, that as much as I love the fantasy genres, and the arts and games that follow, I generally don’t like how they leave the home feeling garish and tacky. Aaron Cain and artisans like him provide an outlet to get around this stereotype.

[@kwelts]

@@SuPeRMeGaJoE0 i'd challenge that by saying that the qualities that make a good cube box (to me) are: durability, portability, customizability, and aesthetics. Aaron Cain only scores on 2/4 and i find it very hard to give anything like that an A+.

[@Medsas]

11:00 hmm didn't realize you needed a dice tower to play Dominion! Prof is taking games to the next level!

[@gabrielm3659]

You've been cranking these out! Hope you're giving yourself a break soon! Thanks for all the great content lately.

[@jesusortiz3320]

Me encantan las cajas, cada vez que subes un vídeo, me lleno de alegría.

[@Gashnaw]

Things like the archive fits my needs for a cube, but I don't have a cube. I do have a 4500 dollar EDH deck... so there's that, but i use a Stanley tool box (that you suggested in a previous episode) for my deck carrying needs. and with 4 EDH decks, and 10 more in production (the 10 have a rule on construction, every card (Barring a few lands) must be from a ravnica set. And every land base is exactly the same (Aside form colors they produce. I am letting the decks have fetches and duals.)

[@senn1240]

thanks prof! proxying up a set cube for throne of eldraine currently! i made a set cube for modern horizons to practice and it was a blast

[@Starfury117]

Ifyou want a budget cube box like Aaron’s, go to a wine shop and ask for a gift box. It looks exactly like the Aaron boxes. Next carve out grooves for dividers. Lastly apply Varnish to make it smooth inside. The plastic dividers from the Mtg gift box works great as dividers. If I have time, I’ll upload a picture of it. Takes less than an hour of work

[@Firelord_Trolldemort]

I love the wooden one reminds me of the puzzles I grew up doing :D

[@aikola86]

* Other magic the gathering sets are available.

[@oelarnes]

Any experts on archival storage here? Does the acid in the wooden box pose a long-term risk to double-sleeved cards? Or are the sleeves sufficient protection?

[@Mig440]

What do you mean by acid? In wooden deck box?

[@volatilesky]

You'll want a stable wood, usually some hardwood like what most specialty custom wood deck box creators use. Pine, spruce, spanish cedar (like for cigars), is to be avoided, with Varnish, lacquer, or stain being fine on the outside, but generally you want the inside unfinished (especially if it's stained) for humidity to be able to be absorbed by the wood. Yes, off-gassing is a thing for woods, as well as natural resins present in the wood, but depending on your maker, they might dry and season wood themselves (just ask), and it will not have the chemical additives common in mass production of lumber for cabinetry/house framing. You could go full on "museum archival quality", but that's a specialised rabbit-hole best left to your own research (and reddit/rpf/facebook groups). collectionsconversations.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/sealing-wooden-storage-equipment/

[@oelarnes]

@@Mig440 Wood has natural tannic acids that are harmful to paper and cardboard and as such are not suitable for archival purposes. I don't know if it's an issue with double-sleeved cards, though, so thought I would throw the question out there.

[@Mig440]

@@oelarnes well given that many people have been using these types of deck boxes and storage boxes with magic cards for years, I would say it is pretty safe as a storage option. If you are concerned you should ask Aaron Cain himself about it, since I think he is better at explaining the types of woods that he uses and their qualities.

[@abe-_-]

Could you do a video on the storage options for libraries? Also, nice vid prof

[@zoopdoop_games]

hey professor I just wanted to thank you I'm pretty new to your channel the first video I watched was when you reviewed the Stanley compartment box and I just picked mine up best $15 investment into my cards ever!

[@pozz941]

The soft edges on the dex protection one make me cringe a little

[@kurtofan]

Corsica being the name of a car will always surprise me as someone with family from Corsica

[@bobbyfasciano4137]

0:15 Or a cube of just my favorite random cards that kinda fit together?

[@rubenzzituh]

hi, i would like to see a more recent review of playmat tubes... not sure which to buy tho but blackfire kinda looks like your old monster and didnt want to buy something that weak, also considering the Ultimate Guard Matpod. Looking forward to see a video about it ^^

[@LegoMyachi]

I just keep my cube in a small BCW box uhh

[@seanburner3329]

Whats the background music during the segment with the Aaron Cain box? Its oddly relaxing for how simple it is.

[@MrRuff-cc3lg]

That Aaron Cain box is exquisite.

[@thehammerdk5208]

I spent $400 on a custom built deck box from Aaron Cain for my Cube. Haven't regretted it for one moment!

[@benresor6526]

I miss the holiday gift boxes. The work great for cubes, and if you have some creativity and label paper you can really customize it pretty well.

[@chriswright8114]

oh I am definitely getting an Aaron Cain box now. that is just beautiful

[@rubberdurrkie]

I've been out of the game for a while and seen this video, have to agree that the best is last.

[@ComfyDents]

Prof, do you sleeve your Dominion cards? And even if not, what sleeves and storage boxes do you recommend if someone would like to do? At this time I think Fantasy Flight sleeves is a solid pick even if that doubles the price. But after sleeving I need to find a new storage option, because the cards don't fit in the divison if the original box. Everyone does it different while spending either a lot of time an building someting on their own or spend a lot of money for some extravagant boxes. Are there any reasonable options to protect my cardboard?

[@damapan]

where can i get that playmat you use in this video

[@RustySeatbelt]

www.inkedgaming.com/products/copy-of-phoenix

[@build3pass941]

Hello! My name is Kyle. I’m a longtime fan of your channel and an avid gamer. Over the last year I have started playing a TCG that I have fallen in love with and I want to ask if you might be able to give the game a look and just talk somewhere about your opinion on the game. I’m sure you’re a very busy person and don’t have much time but it would mean a lot for me and all the other people who love this game and want to see it grow. It’s called Universal Fighting System. The concept of the game is that you take moves, skills and weapons from various fighters in video games, comics, anime and specifically fighting games and you use moves from all of them to create the perfect version of your fighter. In this game you get to see battles like Nightmare (SC6) VS Spike (Cowboy Beebop) or Dr. Wily (Megaman) VS Deku (My Hero Academia). The game is currently being developed by Jasco games. It’s not a new game by any means but it has seen a big resurgence over the last couple years. It’s starting to get tons of really new and interesting licenses but because of the stigma to the game from the previous ownership and just it being a fairly small game despite the dedicated fan base it is just missing that one push or endorsement it needs to draw in a really big crowd like vanguard, Pokémon or MTG can. If you can it would be much appreciated if you could give the game a look and maybe say a few words about it. This would mean a ton to all of the loyal UFS fans out there but regardless thanks for even looking at this message. If you have any questions please feel free to PM me on Facebook.

[@TrylleBanjo]

I don't even play Cube. I just like to watch Prof review stuff.

[@hizeru2029]

So maybe i’m confused about what a small cube is (i assume 24 packs for an 8 person draft) but it looks like the dex protection carrying case doesn’t have room for lands in the play matt section of the case.

[@feelingveryattackedrn5750]

The cube king is back with more 3D content for mortals like me, praise be

[@steadyrest]

Where can I get that playmat you're using in this video?

[@penguinproductions198]

I think it is one of those inked ones. But don’t quote me on Thar

[@Alpsus]

@@penguinproductions198 I think so too. Inkedgaming.com

[@yonyon5432]

Prof, is it possible to get a card list of your cube(s)?

[@RustySeatbelt]

Yeah, CubeTutor link, or I call this video "Best Boxes for Your Battlebox".

[@Slo-Mode]

You've mentioned a pauper cube a couple times now. I'd really to see some content on that topic! especially how to start one or where to buy a starter one 😁

[@daneerickson8796]

adam styborski's pauper cube is the most often recommended to start from, then adjust to your playgroups preferences. Since it's pauper, you can get a full cube of anything you want for under $100!

[@draheim90]

Can a Twin Flip'n'Tray 160+ (or the smaller Flip'n'Tray 80+) fit in the Dex carrying case at all? There are times I don't want to carry around my fully loaded and heavy Pirate Lab backpack so I have been looking for something that can carry a playmat or two, a 160+ Flip'n'Tray, and possibly a few Boulders or something similar. Would be perfect for some occasions.

[@SageFigaro]

11:00 time to play some Yahtzee ;) Seriously though, that Spartan Casket is veeeery nice wow

[@Cryonicity]

Finally a cube video!!!!!!!!!

[@Gulaghar]

I don't really understand the praise for the Dex Protection case. If it holds 25 Cubamajig packs then there's no extra room for basic lands, let alone tokens and so on. How can a cube case have even a passing grade when you can't transport basics?

[@brianboyle2829]

I finally gave up and had my storage custom made by a woodworker. 960 double sleeved cubes are certainly not considered when people make storage.

[@refreshdaemon]

These are great, but I like my BCW cardboard boxes for my cubes because I can decorate them easily with my own artwork.

[@ScottofOakland]

I use a military grade Pelican case filled with fatpack inners and it holds my cube perfectly

[@jesseanderson6061]

Will you ever review any more storage options for play mats? Such as the ultimate guard matpod

[@Silverpicker]

Ugggghhhh I need one that is vault sized but lightweight and simple like the Dex. I have a 720 cube plus lands and I travel with it a lot. Very frustrating that there's nothing really out there for people like me

[@KaiCalimatinus]

That vault looks legitimately exactly like the Citadel army cases of old, and by god while the nubs on the clips may be past it it guards my models and their foam trays 20 years since I bought, so if it's indeed the same people or the same manufacturer, or at least the same material, its durable as anything

[@VonMoley]

That is their old case. I reckon the manufacturer just started offering them once GW stopped buying them in. They're good cases, my friend stopped a mugging with his.

[@KaiCalimatinus]

@@VonMoley Oooh that's gotta hurt.

[@mrmattywoodzE]

I actually used to work for the guy who produces the Cube Vaults. They are basically the same material as the old citadel cases. If you like those you will like the cube vault. Like he said though, they are very heavy with the metal trays.

[@mrmattywoodzE]

VonMoley they are made by a different manufacturer than the citadel cases, but they are very very similar and made in the exact same fashion. It’s slightly different dimensions.

[@MagnumEvolved]

What would you recommend for holding roughly 400 sleeved cards? I’m making a small travel cube with 270 cards and about 100-120 basics plus a few tokens. I’m finding it hard to find a convenient option!

[@Duskraven377]

You had me at "...or boulders..."

[@dtam88]

These are great, but I think the good old Stanley toolbox is a hard value to beat prof.

[@QuintMarvel]

I'm using the KakaPopo briefcase to keep my large Cube.

[@supredeep]

Professor pls make a video about the best card shuffler for mtg cards... I hate to shuffle my commander deck. It's too many cards to shuffle. it fell off my hand and scatter all over the table!

[@lastblockbuster]

Tolarian community college could you do a review on playmat for 2019?

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnq1hKewnsiEkLM

[@bastienclarke1810]

Thanks

[@diggerdog9205]

Forget cube what's going to hold my 10 double sleeved commander decks and tokens? Plus dice.

[@matthewsmith7606]

Does the Dex Protection Carrying Case fit ultra pro satin towers? I can't seem to find an answer to this unfortunately.

[@Ciecilius]

Oddly specific example there prof.

[@murozond8473]

What is the music starting at 7:20 called? It’s so calming

[@doubtmexua2838]

Can you do a review for best backpacks? I have been looking for one that will be good to hold the 4x3 portfolios and deck boxes but am having a hard time

[@kaptainkraken]

I'm all for maximum protection, Pelican case for me.

[@Eqonosp]

Where do you get the smaller cases you might use for each individual "pack" for your cube draft?

[@ChibiDarksai]

Cubeamajigs from Cardamajigs.

[@chuffmuchly3392]

War Of The Lance!

[@brothersofthebackrow]

How many satin towers can the deck fit in it on their side?

[@danielsnyder9375]

Does anyone know what is going on with Dex protection and when their products will be available for purchase?

[@intrinsicstar2108]

Incredible video

[@Cory_BROP]

Does anyone here know if the removable card trays from the Dex Protection Supreme Game Chest will fit in the Dex protection carrying case in the proper orientation?

[@vladplasmius2854]

I wish I could fire my cube more often. I haven’t bothered to update it since Kaladesh.

[@GTA_500]

you know you can also get a steel ammo box from Walmart for like about 12 bucks and they're super strong you can also get plastic ones for like 5 and they're really good too

[@luchoperuano6617]

I love that playmat is it cloth ? Where will can get it

[@luchoperuano6617]

Is form The company inked playmat , I just got curious about it and may purchase one

[@guidocampostrini]

You are amazing prof

[@PhyrexianSurgeon]

Does the second one come in different colors?

[@deltagarchomp6052]

Professor being oddly specific wonder if there is a story behind that Chevrolet incident joke

[@rileymcphee9429]

You said the carrying case holds 25 cubamajigs but you showed 29 in it..