The Best Bags and Boards for Your Comics!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Get 10% off your BCW Supply order when you use the code JERNOS when you purchase from their website here: www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=Jernos

[@Asian_Connection]

Wait isn't that bias when you get paid for the review with the discount.

[@davidyoung4141]

Never thought of using blue tape for taping bags? Going to have to try it out.

[@crazy8comics456]

I love the comic pro line and have started switching out all my books into the silver age with thick 56pt boards. I love the look and the stability of the board gives me more confidence in handling the books themselves. I also like the look of modern books in silver age bags and having a bit of a border around the book.

[@j_cruz_56deuce26]

I was thinking of grabbing the silver 71/8 silver/regular with 7 56 point board for modern . Is that the setup you describe or are you using the 71/4 Mylar silver age

[@crazy8comics456]

@@j_cruz_56deuce26 ya I use what you are thinking of. The bags themselves are super clear and really make the colorist on the cover pop

[@MemeDreamTeam]

I'm so happy you posted this video, I'm still new to comic collecting and I needed a bit of help choosing what bags and boards to go for. Thank you! You're awesome

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jayillustrator86]

Man shout out to Chris w/ Jernos Comics! Always giving us something good to watch and listen to 💯

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Appreciate you!

[@CablesComics]

Awesome video. I'm always intrigued by what other collectors use for their supplies. I, personally, use (and love) Comic Pro Line Silver Age bags (7 1/4 x 10 1/2) and the Silver/Regular Size 56 point backboards). If you ever get a chance to use a Comic Pro Line 56 point board I guarantee you won't want to use any other boards!! Great vid!!!

[@robertoslama331]

Do you use those for your silver age specifically or for comics of the Silver age and newer?

[@CablesComics]

@@robertoslama331 I use those for Silver to modern age.

[@romart1527]

Thank you very much for the content. I am very new to the hobby. These videos wäre Henning me a lot!!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for the feedback and welcome to the hobby!

[@bottomtiercollector]

I love this video, I am always trying to learn and research about the meta side of collecting comics. I'm actually attempting to switch my 2,000+ issue collection to E. Gerber mylar. But I haven't abandoned poly, as I transition to mylar I am still using poly for immediate protection of my current books while I switch to E. Gerber.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Good luck in the transition! I'm using Mylar on more and more of my comics.

[@richardgratton8740]

Good stuff! Really informative. BCW has become my bag of choice as well in the last few years; now I know I made the right choice. Thanks.

[@battle66delta36]

Yes! Very useful! Can't wait! 💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚

[@Gwem_Stacy]

Awesome clarification ♥️♥️♥️ I’m always at war with the bags and boards there are never enough to go around not to mention the debate on which is best!!!!! 👍🥰✌️

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@ricw5262]

I am a fan of ComicCare because they are the most durable. I have never had a split happen, but both BCW and Ultra have split on me. I keep my older and higher priced issues in Mylars, but for rest of my collection I like the Comic Care so they hold up when I reorganize my collection. Really enjoy your videos and information. I have learned alot and your passion jumps off the page my friend.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Durable, they are, indeed! Can't deny that!

[@jasonelwoodphoto]

Your videos are always awesome, Chris! Thanks for the insights! Go Dubs!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks, Jason!

[@carnivalhands2884]

Do you ever do Q&A? Id loveto hear your thoughts on some questions that I have.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I usually do some Q and A on my Friday Night Live shows. I do a full Q and A video for my Patreon members. But if you ever have a question, don't ever hesitate to ask in the comments.

[@Allan-ze5bn]

I have been re-bagging and boarding a large collection over the last six months. Many of those comics were in 20+ year old bags. I started using the ComicPro product which I really like. When I couldn't get my hands on those I tried the ComiCare option but quickly relegated them to dollar books. I also tried BCW and thought they were ok. However, I eventually just bought 1000 ComicPro bags and boards directly from ComicPro. After shipping it worked out to about the same price as at my LCS (~$20 CAD per set) but I got my preferred product. Anyway, I really do like the ComicPro product. I hope they look this good after 10+ years so I don't have to do this again for a while.

[@turbomantodd2002]

New collector here! When I bought my first set of bags and boards I happen to purchase the BCW brand. Love ‘em! Now that I know by dropping your name I get a discount… I’m going to buy more… NOW! Thanks for your informative video’s! Keep ‘em coming’!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Good to hear Todd! Yeah, the code JERNOS never expires, so you can use it any time and every time!

[@battle66delta36]

I have learned that we need to make some improvements, not only in the way of our bags and boards but in the way be bag, board and tape them as well. I apologize, Chris, for the package you receive today and the way they are bagged and boarded. We will not make those mistakes again, I assure you Sir.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

You are DEFINITELY a perfectionist!! You go above and beyond and say, "we still need to do better!" No need to apologize! I just pulled the package in and it looks great! Can't wait to open it!

[@louwich8277]

Excellent video! I used to your code to buy some comic book storage boxes! Thank you! Those Comic Pro line bags are the way to go! They are super nice! I hardly ever use Mylar anymore. The Comic Pro line OPP bags are 2 mil thick and when paired with their 56pt boards it's a perfect match. I have used Comic Pro Line 28pt boards which are slightly thicker than the boards in your video, but preferred the 56pt boards. I have those same size BCW bags, for thicker comics. I use them for 100 page giants and other big books. I prefer the Pro Line Reg/Silver size (green labels) for my current books, 7 1/8" bags with 7" boards, leaves a nice edge around comic .

[@Retro_flashback72]

Hey chris. I picked up comic care current bags and board for bronze age books. I find the normal size books go in tight. Have you ran into that? Im wondering if i should switch to a silver bag and board.?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Early bronze age books won't fit in current bags. In 1974, comics were changed to have a smaller width. So anything after this change (when comics still had 25 cent cover price) is the same size as current comics, and should fit fine. Anything before it will need to go in a silver age bag or like I use, the "thick current" by BCW, because those are 7inch bags in width. Hope this helps!

[@blackstaff798]

So to get those nifty white boarders, you need BCW 7 x 10 1/2 bags and 6-5/8 X 10-1/2 boards. Am I correct? Also, can you get those white boarders too with the mylar archive bags?

[@dberik7558]

Love the BCW, I use the resealable one saves me lots of time! Thanks for the code 10% off makes a big dent when you order by the 1000's

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Right on! Yeah, dollars add up quick!

[@AgentAshe]

I love the BCW self sealing bags. I trade out everything I buy for them.

[@DrAnthonyCaruso]

Thank you. Very thorough comparison. Appreciate it!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching!

[@rickjimenez4269]

I like the video it helps big time on how to take care of my comics thanks

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Glad to hear, Rick!

[@eedub5911]

I see you use painters tape I’ve been using it for years after messing up a cover LOL

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Ouch! Sometimes we learn the hard way!

[@comicswatching4851]

My preference is Ultra-Pro bags and Comicare boards, have to buy them separate places but I’m def willing to go out of my way to secure that protection that I want

[@TripleDAdventures]

So many options! Thanks for the video.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching!

[@Vesperios2350]

I have both the comicare and comicproline. I've always hated how sometimes the board wouldn't completely be flush with the bag and now I find out that it isn't the bags, it's the boards I'm using. I'll definitely try out 6 7/8 next time instead of the 6 3/4.

[@frankieno-nose8447]

I love BCW bags and boards | Great video!

[@dmonik808]

Great video! Very informative.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching!

[@josephspohn8389]

Great video always enjoy learning ore each time watch your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks, Joseph!

[@AY-utube]

Thanks for sharing Chris. Really good to know, I am so confused with all those standard/current bags and board with different size. Please also do Mylar videos when you get a chance too. Keep up the great videos.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks! Go check out my playlist "Helpful Tips For Comic Collectors" and you should see some videos I did about sizes and mylar.

[@MoriKioPa]

I have heard lots of complaints that the comic pro line bags spit at the sides very easily. Have you experienced this? I personally use BCW bags and boards and eGerber mylites.

[@joephuz1]

I hevent had any splitting, they seem pretty solid. The one critique I have is there’s a bit of like plastic debris or roughness along one of the edges but it comes off and looks great. A minor annoyance really, hopefully they can work that out. But I love the comic pro line and switched over entirely

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Interesting enough, I'm uploading an updated video right now.

[@justicerice3589]

Got my first batch of bcw bags and boards coming in tomorrow. Been using the cheapest thing I could find for a while now and am excited to compare some of these myself when they come in. Great video nice to get a heads up on something we all deal with daily!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks, Justice!

[@the_flushjackson]

BCW Modern/Current bags, BCW standard boards (not into the tight hug of the comic and boards), but switching entirely to E. Gerber Mylites 2mil Mylar bags. I’ll keep poly around for temporary storage of things coming in and for anything I mail out that I sell.

[@jdnolin4852]

Back in 2020 I bought a package of Mylar bags for around $18 (50 count) for the cream de la creame of my collection, in 2022, I looked to check the price of the bags, it was more than double the price around $45, it was easier just to sell off some of the lower value back issues, instead of buying more Mylar bags, If you have a lot of valuable 20th century comics they are worth it, if you have a lot of common older comics, it's not.

[@jd_warlock_]

Great info!! I hate the extra flap of poly when you close the ComiCare bags too.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

So annoying, right!?

[@dolbow]

Any comparison between comic pro line, comic clear and comic skin products that are essentially the same thing? is one clearer, more acid free, stiffer? I have the pro line and they seem sturdier than the other two, but they are all 80pt/80mil

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I'm hoping to get some Comic Clear bags in soon!

[@rationalcapitalist]

Informative video. Would you say that using the BCW size combo that you show here would still fit a thicker comic ok since the board is taking up a little more space in the bag than a current (6 3/4 in wide) board would?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Great question. It depends on the thickness. If you're talking 80 page, it could get a bit tight, and for that I would recommend the Current Thick bags (which are 7 inches wide) and the regular board (which is a 6 7/8 inch wide board).

[@corymieth9884]

Solid video this helped me out a ton. Thankyou

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Glad it helped!

[@spiralout67]

Great and informative video. I use BCW bags and boards, but the last 3 packs of boards that I got seemed like they were cut smaller than advertised. For my modern books I use 6 7/8 bags and 6 3/4 boards. That usually leaves a small border around the books, but with these 3 packs, they were actually smaller than the comics. Any thoughts?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Oh wow. I have never had any issue with BCW bags being off in terms of size. I've experienced it with Ultra Pro bags, but very slight differences. I would definitely contact them and see if they would replace those.

[@papasplaceofultimatecoolness]

I like having the added protection and framing that comes with BCW silver age bags and boards.

[@ShadowR4t]

great video as always. i started switching over to the Comic Pro Line bags earlier this year, and will be upgrading to Mylar for the higer value books later. when i ordered the Comic Pro Line bags i got 1000 and shipping on them was $28 from canada

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

That's not bad shipping at all!

[@joelkuetemann5198]

Love the comparison video! I replaced my entire collection with the comic proline bags and boards. Absolutely love them, not to mention their local to my location!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Have you had any problems with them splitting?

[@joelkuetemann5198]

I have literally only had that happen twice and that was only because it was the wrong size. Other than that not one issue in the almost 3000 books I replaced. I won't use any other product!

[@michaelc2970]

I like the comic pro line 56 boards. BCW is standard for everything I have other than presentation mylars.

[@wedge71100]

Mylite 2’s and full back boards from E Gerber are my favorite combo

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Hell yeah!

[@pursuedinterest]

Very informative.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinprice2058]

Another great video as usual,..just finished replacing my bags on my 36+ long box collection phew...but worth it "nuff said"

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Man, you put in work!

[@joeyxsolo]

I like the snug fit of the BCW bags and boards but I always put my keys/minor keys in egerber mylites and fullback. They look great and protect the books much better.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Yes, yes, yes!

[@simonr2046]

Hey Brother yes love the video!!! Need to go back and check the Mylar Videos also some great info 👍 Comic Pro line usually tear when I put books in just FYI. ✌

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for the feedback on the Pro Line Simon!

[@TorkSkrewCollectables]

Ive been using the Comic Pro Line Silver Age Resealable with the matching 56Pt Boards. It's the only way to go nowadays for me. I can't go back to using Mylars and regular Poly bags anymore. The Comic Pro Line to me is definitely legit. The boards are definitely super thick. Thicker than the E.Gerber brands but definitely makes your collection feel premium.

[@scottsmith6367]

went with BCW boards and MyLites2 bags like you recommended a couple years ago

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Nice!

[@vladcezar9017]

Thanks for educating us bags

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching!

[@DescendingClimax]

I've used Comic Care and BCW. BCW has a crisp and clear look with a semi-mylar feel to it. The bags and boards are uniform together and a little bit thick as a standard board. Comic Care is definitely like how you stated, filmy with a silver glaze to it. Almost like a cheap bag. The boards are cut uniform together, but the bags are not. Out of 100 bags, you'll get about 80+/- bags that fit loose, 15+/- tight fitted bags and the rest that are cut badly and don't fit a backing board. The texture on the bag also makes them slip when you stack comics on them so they will slide and fall after 3 or 4 books. I just found I wasted money with these. Comic Pro Line is a bit more expensive, but very clear. I bought some books from Bueller and some came in the Comic Pro Line bags and boards. Looks just like and feels like mylar.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@MSchussler]

I've had trouble with the BCW comic boards being warped.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Really? Are you ordering from them? I've never had that issue. I do know though that they will gladly dhip out new product for free of anything is ever damaged.

[@GovernatorAO]

Thank you for this video! As I'm just getting back into the hobby I have no supplies for any of my new books and have been re-using older bags as a stop gap, but they are definitely old as they are yellowing and full of scotch tape that teenage me used years ago. Think I am going to try and get my hands on some of those Comic Pro Line bags. Thanks again and keep putting out great content!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Yeah those sound like old Polyethylene bags. Take heed on the Comic Pro Line bags, as after I made this video, I found that most of them were splitting all the way down the side.

[@steelbat54]

Good video my friend. I used to use the Comic Care for years because that’s what my shop bought. I could be wrong but I think that’s Diamonds brand. My shop got a lot of complaints with inconsistencies with the bags. Some would be too tight. He then switched to BCW and I’ve never had a problem. I am curious about the Comic Pro line though. I’d try them if I came across them. As for Mylites. Love them. I put all more valuable books in them from Modern to Gold. Problem now is cost. Going up and probably will continue to.. Thanks!

[@edwardv8216]

Another awesome video! What about Max Protection Brand? Have you try it?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I have not tried those yet but I'm sure I will at some point.

[@kennethturner8290]

I use silver size boards with 'regular' size bags, which are between silver and current size bags. The silver size boards just fit and also do not allow the books to move around.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Absolutely!

[@Radd_ArtandComics]

Nope... I don't use any of those and won't .... I only use resealable bags , they might b bcw I can't remember brand, i believe in No tape at all , the resealable bags stick on back of bag not the flap no risk of a tape pull .. has happened too many times to risk it, resealable is only way to go.. unless mylar, I will tape mylar cause no resealable mylar is out yet...

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Resealables are great and ultimately comparing brands is all that matters, and then adding the resealable option is there for you.

[@loptsson]

Very informative video! Most of what I have used in the past has been BCW and ComiCare products. Mainly due to what I could get my hands on when I needed them. But I never would of thought of the differences you shown until you were holding them up to each other. Alot of differences and really makes me consider the BCW product line all the more. I am sure I still have alot of the old old .... old bags in my collection as well lol that need a changing out. I can see a bulk order in my future now 🙂lol

[@marcloev2072]

Great video - I always use BCW but will definitely look at the Comicpro line as the wrinkling you demonstrated is certainly a parent and BCW. You did not discuss resealable bags versus non-resealable put my two cents is that the resealable bags are better since they seal the “entire” flap more tightly. I just hate Gathering up those little strips that seem to stick to everything because of static cling LOL

[@MrTripcore]

It's not static electricity, it's a super power and magic

[@leeniren3706]

Nice comments but I must say I like to use silver age bags and boards across all lines With the exception of any golden age book I may have. I like the fact that there’s extra room to get boards in without risking bending corners. I also like to see that you use blue painters tape that is by far the best way to seal a bag

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Yes! I love my painter's tape!

[@brickhunter9537]

My top books I go BCW mylar and full back. My mid books i go comic pro line and full back. By non key books I just go with any bag and boards.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I dig it.

[@stephanholder6240]

Would be interested to see a review of bags and boards after they've been in storage for a year or longer. Really hate when the bags wrinkle over time. Presentation goes down the drain

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I actually have a video showing this but I have no idea what video it was, like from 2 years ago. I had dated the boards the date that I put them in those bags and noticed that my Ultra Pro bags wrinkled much faster than BCWs.

[@drxdoomphd4572]

If you use silver age comic care boards, they're 7×10 1/2 and are the same size and fit as the BCW. I've used silver boards with regular comic (7 1/8) UltraPro bags for years now, no complaints here.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Yeah not much difference in the boards outside of a slightly smoother cut on the BCWs. Ultra pros are crystal clear, but I stopped using them because they have been wrinkling much faster than my BCW bags. I think around 2017, they changed either the plastic or how they produce it. They started feeling slightly thinner as well.

[@truescotsman83]

Resealable ultimate guard bags and boards is what I use. German and precise fits, present really well. I’ll always found comicares where too baggy

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I agree about Comic Care. I'll have to try out the Ultimate Guard. Do you have a recommended site to order them from?

[@truescotsman83]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture Amazon and eBay is where I tend to get them. Only downside is since covid - stock isn’t so plentiful. Sometimes I order on Amazon from a German shop and if I can’t get it there then eBay from a Spanish shop. Can’t find them anywhere in the U.K. anymore since brexit.

[@jclaurent3108]

Hi, nice video. I heard somewhere that the Comic Care are glossy on both sides, is that true ? I’m one of the guys who puts two comics per Sleeve ;-)

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

They do have a smoothness on both sides, but I cannot confirm if both sides have an actual acid buffer. That is definitely something to look into.

[@thatmountainair2721]

Great info! I use silver sizes for everything (except for the few golden books I have). I like the extra room they give. Mylar if it's over a $20 book. I need to try those Pros though, they look sharp

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I am actually uploading a video right now with some updated information on the comic pro lines. Definitely watch that before purchasing.

[@zophar1001]

Great video, those comicpro bags look real nice.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

They do, but check out the video I just uploaded.

[@zophar1001]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture wow, that's terrible. Thanks for following up!

[@Asian_Connection]

I think BCW stuff suvks now. Their boards warps and bends your comic

[@MSchussler]

I've had trouble with the BCW boards being warped too. I had to throw them out. I bout Comic Care boards instead because they are actually flat.

[@ThrillerBadProductions]

Awesome video as always. Is there a way to not make bags wrinkle when adding boards?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks! Poly bags having waves is pretty much a given due to how the plastic is stretched. Finding the right size boards will definitely help keep the bags as smooth as possible, but sometimes it's just unavoidable.

[@waltcee]

the BCW are nice, love that Comic proline too tho.

[@sannin.collects2015]

Enjoyed the video; I rather have the board show on all sides behind the comic and I don't necessarily like a tight fitting bag.

[@BladeRunner90]

Another great 👍🏾 video thanks

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thank you!

[@bobbydelaghetto6280]

Comic Pro-Line they down with OPP man you know me for real though great video very informational

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

lol I knew someone was going to make that reference!

[@mansivaborvorn4436]

I like it, great video, I will try Comic Pro Bags!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Make sure you watch the video I made after this one about the Pro Line bags.

[@marcloev2072]

OK - Severely Damaged BCW delivery. I wish I could post photographs here! I have been re-bagging and boarding my collection and based on this video I ordered 1000 bulk silver egular bags and boards from BCW. Also 500 bags and boards from Pro-line. Let’s start with the easier one. I love Pro-line. I had never ordered them before watching Chris in this video. They came with a very strong box and corner cardboard protectors so that all the boards were perfect when they arrived. The bags are great and I have experienced no splitting. Now onto the BAD. I have ordered from BCW in the past and sometimes some of the boards get slightly dinged up from corner damage of the outer box . Today was a whole other story. I just received my UPS order and the entire bottom and three of the four sides of the box were split open. Boards were hanging out, crushed, and wet. I can’t even believe that UPS delivered it. There is no board protection inside the box and they are in direct contact with the outer cardboard. So when the other cardboard got slightly wet, so did the boards. I’ve taken pictures and I’m waiting to see how BCW will handle this. I really dislike the way they packaged this without protection of the boards inside the cardboard. Any damage to the outer box will damage the boards as well. I will give an update once I hear back from BCW. They’re not open on the weekends and I have left a phone message and email.

[@marcloev2072]

Just a follow up: BCW handled this extremely well and to my satisfaction. They asked me for some photos which I provided and offered me either a replacement or refund without the hassle of having to return the heavy damaged box I had received. They (Ken) replied Quickly and politely. I’m very happy with their customer service and will buy again.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for sharing this, Marc! Ironically, almost the same thing happened to me a few years back. Bought 1000 boards in bulk, and UPS or USPS (whoever delivered it) throw the box all around and the box was ripped open and the majority of the boards were damaged. They did the same thing for me; let me keep the damaged boards and the sent me another 1000. Those one's came unharmed. I wish they would package them with a bit more protection, but I understand buying in bulk is meant to save you money and that's why they ship them the way they do. Ultimately, it comes down to how the delivery service folks are handling the package along the way.

[@marcloev2072]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture Hey Chris- just wanted to give you another follow up- I ordered another 500 boards and bags and they arrived in about 2 weeks. Still awesome and no bag splits. These are now my go to - really glad you introduced them. Also just saw your stream with Ryan and Swagglehaus. You guys are perfect together. You all have great dispositions and are so candid. Hope you do it again. Ty

[@jaieroc]

Awesome video! Appreciate the tips/advice. Do you ever use silver age bags/boards for your modern books?

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching! And no, I don't. The reason is because if a book moves around in the bag, it could damage it. You want the bag and board to be tight enough to where the book sits still whenever the book is handled, flipped through, etc.

[@Candesious]

Like The BCW Mylars myself

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Absolutely.

[@darylploss3925]

Great content as always! I want to re-bag and board a portion of my collection (90s and early 2000s) and have been struggling with which brand and size to use. After watching this video, I think I’m going to use BCW modern/current thick comic bags and regular boards.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Glad it was helpful, Daryl!

[@ancientmariner2121]

Hey jeno. Been watching you awhile and like your content. I think pro line are the best bags with bcw boards. Something you didn't point out is that bcw and comic care both slide when you stack the books. Ultra pros don't slip at all. You can stack 50 books and they won't move. That being said. You cannot put thick books in pro lines. They simply don't fit. So bcw thick book is the way to go for that.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I'm still wary of pro lines because they often split on the sides. Just had another bunch do this to me.

[@ancientmariner2121]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture 100 percent agree. I do get spiltting . Can't deny that

[@sirrickthe2nd583]

I prefer BCW silver age bags and boards.

[@tyronebrown8510]

My experience is comics will be much better off in poly bags and acid-free boxes vs mylar in acidic boxes. Ideally mylar in acid-free boxes.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

The point you bring up is that the bag isn't the end all-be all. If your environment around the books is bad, mylar won't give you that much more protection than poly bags. I agree!

[@vomdomdoo8903]

If someone can help about my issue I'm having with my ultra pro bags and boards that would be greatly appreciated. Basically, ever since I bought ultra pro bags and boards the bags the bags are slightly taller than the backing boards forcing me to have to pull down on the comic bag's flap a lot harder to tape the comics correctly and they often leave a lot of air at the top of the comic bag as it doesn't close cleanly. I'm not sure whether to switch to a new brand entirely or hopefully find a solution to my problem. As I said if someone could help that would be muchappreciated

[@P34chyK1n9]

You have different size bags. They have modern & current, looks like you have a pack of modern, 7 1\8

[@vomdomdoo8903]

@@P34chyK1n9 That could be it but the packaging for my bags say they are current

[@vomdomdoo8903]

@@P34chyK1n9 Might be the wrong sized backing boards as they are perfectly in line with the comic but it isn't a little bit taller than the comic like it was shown in the video

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

That extra flap should be due to the wrong side bags and boards. Different size bags and boards are only wider, not taller. This is a product issue all around for Ultra Pro, and one of the reasons I stopped using them. ComicCare is even worse with this problem.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

All bags and boards, no matter if current, silver, etc. are the same height. They are only wider in width.

[@Robert-zr3xw]

Watching Oct 2, 2024 from Michigan.

[@comicswatching4851]

Size is important, nothing worse than a loose bag

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I agree.

[@JediFarce]

I've moved away from using any kind of polybags, they just don't offer enough protection. Instead I purchase Comic Vantage bags or mylar. Mylar is more expensive so I tend to buy more of the Comic Vantage bags. I'm in the process of slowly replacing all my polybags with Comic Vantage bags.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Someone else recommended the Comic Vintage. Do you have a site you can recommend to purchase them from?

[@JediFarce]

Comicvantage.com

[@brianmcfly]

Very informative Sir 👍

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks, Brian!

[@kongking4088]

Man I wish you could get bags and boards for these prices here.

[@tmargosian]

I have always and still use bcw silver age bags and boards for everything. The resealable. Silver age size is best for everything except golden age. Gives a little more room for all the modern, the modern bags are too small.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for sharing, Ted.

[@marcloev2072]

Just tried to order the Pro lines but they are out of Stock😞

[@CablesComics]

Did you try Cap Can Comics in Canada? Sometimes they have the Comics Pro Line bags in stock.

[@marcloev2072]

@@CablesComics ty Cap Can had them and they were actually a bit less expensive than ordering direct. Appreciate it. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

[@marcloev2072]

Just received my Prolines (Silv/Reg size) and 28 lb boards - the bags are awesome! No splitting so far, like you experienced. I ordered the resealable bags. As you described, they feel like Mylar and are tight and clear. Really like them thanks. Even better than my BCW ( as long as they don’t split..

[@michaeldalapo9730]

As for poly bags for me personally, i prefer the 3-mm Big Fudge comic bags even though it was 50 bags for $11.99 compared to BCW 100 bags at 6.99 at my LCS and the Big Fudge bags offered better protection for my comics, but when it comes to boards i tried the Big Fudge boards and found it poorly cut and flimsy compare to the BCW boards... so i still use the BCW boards combined with my Big Fudge bags.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

I'll have to check those out!

[@michaeldalapo9730]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture Cool, it would be nice to see ur honest opinion of the Big Fudge comic bags and maybe the EnvyPak 4.5 mm comic bags as well if u were to review them on ur channel. with that being said i must warn u that the last batch of Big Fudge bags/boards i got almost a week ago had quality issues compared to the batches i've ordered months before (when i had the option to buy their bags by themselves) and not to mention it was also damaged by Amazon in transit so i have to send them back. also the prices had gone up in the past few months now (was $15-17 for Bag/Board combo, now $24). if u still gonna check em out hopefully u don't the same issues like i have from my last order. Keep up the great work as always man.

[@D00M_818]

Which one better?

[@frizb5774]

Good stuff!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks!

[@misterqcomics3692]

I always used comicare for my modern PC books because they have a 3 mil option and scotch tape comes off it suoer easy. The 3 mil is even cloudier though. The big issue is their QC is terrible hence the bags being too big. Ive gotten packs where they are way too small as well. Really bad QC especially recently.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Oucch!

[@Tragiksouls]

BCW ALL THE WAY!!

[@mellow_taco]

I personally use BCW Supplies.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Heck yeah! Don't forget to use the code JERNOS if you ever order from their website!

[@spideyknight9730]

Very informative video thanks. I learned about different Comic boards and bags I would love to win the giveaway.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Thanks for watching and good luck!

[@imatonkatoo]

I always use Mylites. Best bags and boards out there.

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Absolutely!

[@JernosComicsPopCulture]

Did you know though, BCW mylar and Mylites are the same exact product, manufactured by the same exact company?

[@imatonkatoo]

@@JernosComicsPopCulture oh thanks for the info. I didn’t know that. I will have a look to see if I can get some here to try out. 👍👍