Top loader guy here. Grading companies want cards savers so they can cut the card out so it is easier for them and less chance they damage the card in the process
Ehhh... I just think that the cards would be safer in a penny sleeve and top loader... 😆 thank you for your insight on the card companies wanting cards savers...
This is a great video question. I personally prefer the card saver due a few drawbacks of the toploader. 1.) Toploaders are more expensive. 2.) You have to get different sizes depending on the thickness of the card. If not correct fit, the card can fall out, or move side to side. 3.) Top Loaders are not good for smaller cards (like tobacco cards) nor can hold over large cards (like 1954 Topps baseball cards).
I use both, frequently. For singles where I'm not doing a lot - a penny sleeve and toploader are fine. For like set commons organization, I will use card savers because it's quicker not having to penny sleeve up everything. I've heard people complain that card savers are flimsier or harder to get cards into, but really if you know what you are doing and are careful they are just as easy and provide the same amount of protection. A bunch of toploaders to travel is also going to be heavier.
If it’s never getting graded, top loader. If it’s going in the future grading pile, regardless of how distant that future may be, card saver. Thanks for sharing!
I am a bit of both, the issue I have with top loaders is that quite a few of them in each pack arrive curved so unusable as they would bend the card. Card savers are also cheaper
@@thecardpyle Shuffle Trades run by Zane Savage. Send a TTM or Cert auto you don't want in a card saver, get one in return. I got the monthly prize once.
Dislike card savers to the point of when I get them from cards I buy, I toss them in the trash. More than half the time someone has written on them, anyway.
As a kid collector in the 90’s I’ve always thought card savers were garbage. Was baffled to learn they’re still so used today. Always feel like I’m causing damage jamming it in there.
@@thecardpyle Sure. I want consistency in storage and fewer hobby supplies. I have a lot of graded cards. I can store graded cards and card saver 1's in the same boxes without issues. I can store more card savers in the same space vs top loaders. I can use the same PSA perfect fit sleeves on graded cards as well as on card saver 1's to attach the card saver 1 to a 4 pocket page so I can flip through them in an album. A had a top loader album years ago and it was super heavy and bulky (not to mention $50 with 30 proprietary pages). If I decide to submit a card for grading, I don't have to handle the item again - it's already ready to go in a card saver. YMMV.
I agree with everything you said. But I want to add that I like the way a top loader when there is a whole row looks in a box compared to card savers.
Me too..
Top loader guy here. Grading companies want cards savers so they can cut the card out so it is easier for them and less chance they damage the card in the process
Ehhh... I just think that the cards would be safer in a penny sleeve and top loader... 😆 thank you for your insight on the card companies wanting cards savers...
This is a great video question. I personally prefer the card saver due a few drawbacks of the toploader.
1.) Toploaders are more expensive. 2.) You have to get different sizes depending on the thickness of the card. If not correct fit, the card can fall out, or move side to side. 3.) Top Loaders are not good for smaller cards (like tobacco cards) nor can hold over large cards (like 1954 Topps baseball cards).
It's a tough one 😂.. thanks for the feedback
I use both, frequently. For singles where I'm not doing a lot - a penny sleeve and toploader are fine. For like set commons organization, I will use card savers because it's quicker not having to penny sleeve up everything. I've heard people complain that card savers are flimsier or harder to get cards into, but really if you know what you are doing and are careful they are just as easy and provide the same amount of protection. A bunch of toploaders to travel is also going to be heavier.
Cool, cool I just can't dig them still but then again I'm stubborn 😂
what is the perfect size for the 1989 Bowman baseball card Top loaders? they fit in the 3x4 but the tops of the cards are at the top.
If it’s never getting graded, top loader. If it’s going in the future grading pile, regardless of how distant that future may be, card saver. Thanks for sharing!
Ahhh, that's an idea .. thanks for your reply..
This makes sense I just acquired a complete ‘74 Topps baseball set and at some point they may get graded so no reason to double handle them
I am a bit of both, the issue I have with top loaders is that quite a few of them in each pack arrive curved so unusable as they would bend the card. Card savers are also cheaper
Yes,that has happened to me as well... thanks for your input my man...
I’m penny sleeve and top loader. The only time I use card savers is when I’m doing a PSA submission! Nice Joe Morgan RC!
Thank you and thanks for watching and your feedback! 😃
Rubber bands and shoeboxes all the way!
You are Old School for sure my friend...
I have to send Shuffle Trades in a Card saver. I would be a binder page guy more, but some of the thickest cards need top loaders.
Shuffle trades?
@@thecardpyle Shuffle Trades run by Zane Savage. Send a TTM or Cert auto you don't want in a card saver, get one in return. I got the monthly prize once.
@@henrys3629 that's pretty cool
agreed most definitely!!
Thanks for reply...
I agree on the top loaders. Card savers are way too flimsy.
I know right. Thanks for the feedback man...
Another awesome video my friend
Thank you very much...
Whats the easiest way to remove cards from a top loader? Thanks!
taping out a deck of cards from the box, if that makes sense...
Any other way I can help please ask...
I put mine in top loaders. easier to store.
Yes! And better handlebility...
Sorry I'm a Card Saver man, they are harder to find boxes for however so I don't like that.
Cool, it's whatever works for you is best and I respect everyone's choice ! I appreciate your feedback! Thank you...
Dislike card savers to the point of when I get them from cards I buy, I toss them in the trash. More than half the time someone has written on them, anyway.
@@Brotherjcardfinds been my experience as well
As a kid collector in the 90’s I’ve always thought card savers were garbage. Was baffled to learn they’re still so used today. Always feel like I’m causing damage jamming it in there.
Me too.. it's just not cool lol
Card savers hands down. Can't stand top loaders. Personal opinion.
Ahh.. can you elaborate? I find them a pain to store and handle 😂
@@thecardpyle Sure. I want consistency in storage and fewer hobby supplies. I have a lot of graded cards. I can store graded cards and card saver 1's in the same boxes without issues. I can store more card savers in the same space vs top loaders. I can use the same PSA perfect fit sleeves on graded cards as well as on card saver 1's to attach the card saver 1 to a 4 pocket page so I can flip through them in an album. A had a top loader album years ago and it was super heavy and bulky (not to mention $50 with 30 proprietary pages). If I decide to submit a card for grading, I don't have to handle the item again - it's already ready to go in a card saver. YMMV.
@@stevewolfe6779 wow, you did not disappoint... all solid points! But I'm still a top loader guy 😂... thank you for your reply...