Now offered by UC: "Carat"™ Acrylic Single Deck Display Case

[shermjack]

A n n o u n c i n g : " U C   C a r a t™   C a r d   C a s e s "

$1 price break for UC members
Shipping changed to actual cost

(See new thread in "Promotions and Offers" forum)

UnitedCardists.com is now the exclusive US distributor for "Carat"™ Card Cases worldwide

As of now UC is taking over the sales and distribution of these, a "UC Exclusive" item.

"Carat™ Card Case" represents a rebranding of the item, and is a trademark - all rights reserved

The "Promotions and Offers" page (available near top left of every page) will contain the PayPal-enabled
buttons for domestic/US and International sales of these cases in quantities of 3, 6, 12 or 24 at the same
pricing that has been offered below, including subsidized International shipping computed as the actual
cost of postage minus the equivalent price that is paid for shipping the same item here in the states.

10% of profits will go towards UnitedCardists.com hosting and promotional / prize offerings

Sales of Carat™ Card Cases now here:
http://www.UnitedCardists.com/ucoffers.php" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

We will be announcing new products including brick boxes and multi-deck cases in the near future.

Additional details here: http://www.unitedcardists.com/viewtopic.php?t=7712" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Note: Any cases already ordered will be fulfilled by 'shermjack'

Here is the new acrylic single deck display case that have been working with a manufacturer here in China to produce. I wanted to give forum members the opportunity to purchase them before they are sold elsewhere. As I only have limited supplies (approx. 400 cases) at the moment, there will be restrictions on the orders:
1. A minimum number of 5 pieces need to be ordered
2. The maximum number of pieces per person is 25
3. Shipping is currently only planned for the US via USPS...if you are based outside of the US, contact me and we can determine what is the most cost effective way to ship (either from US or China).

The specifics to the cases are as follows:

Dimensions:
Inner - W 6.8cm x H 9.3cm x D 2.0cm or W 2 11/16 in x H 3 5/8 in x D 1 3/16 in
Outer - W 7.8cm x H10.3cm x D 3.0cm or W 3 1/16 in x H 4 in x D 1 1/4 in
Weight - 130g (4.6oz)
Materials - 0.5cm (1/4 in) thick acrylic sheet & neodymium magnets
Features - lid held in place by magnets...holds well, but easy to change decks

Prices are as follows (in USD):

5 - 10 pieces @ 8.00 each
11 - 15 pieces @ 7.75 each
16 - 20 pieces @ 7.50 each
21 - 25 pieces @ 7.25 each

EDIT - I HAVE RE-CRUNCHED THE NUMBERS AND HAVE DECIDED TO PROVIDE FREE US SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS...I will also subsidise International shipments depending on quantity.

Please send me PMs as I may not check this thread regularly.

P.S. Special thanks to Kai for supplying the awesome pictures of the case

[ecNate]

First, SUPER cool!!!! Good idea with magnets. I actually would prefer oversize option in all directions as well, but then it wouldn't be as snug, but would fit my oversize decks. EDIT - I just realized this also would work pretty well as a super tough clear tuck for those prized decks I have that don't have a proper tuck. The clear cases I found before are either crappy slip boxes, too small/large mylar tucks or have to hand make. Suddenly this is more interesting to me.

So minimum of 5? Assume that is to make it worth your time to package and ship? That's a bit high to take a chance it will work as desired, although personally I believe it with the input from badpete especially helpful. I'll consider it, but if the min was 2 or 3 I would be MUCH more likely to jump in. EDIT - with your change to include shipping cost to US that makes it a little easier though, thanks.

May want to change this "1 - 10 pieces @ 8.00 each" to this "5 - 10 pieces @ 8.00 each (min order is 5)" to make it more clear.

[Mike Ratledge]

Totally sweet, awesome displays, Sherman! Just really nice...

[sinjin7]

I love these displays! I think the pricing is great as well, especially since U.S. shipping is included. I sent you a PM with my order, thanks!

[RickDavidson]

These are really slick. I love, well done The magnets are strong?

[4.of.Clubs]

These are really slick. I love, well done The magnets are strong?

Just got mine this past weekend. The magnets are pretty strong, definitely won't come apart without some force. I do wish the corners were rounded off a little bit though.

[4.of.Clubs]

These are really slick. I love, well done The magnets are strong?

Just got mine this past weekend. The magnets are pretty strong, definitely won't come apart without some force. I do wish the corners were rounded off a little bit though.

Just to clarify, I'm very happy with the cases. The fit was good, it gives a little room but that allows you to put in decks with slightly different dimensions. As long as you don't plan to shake it like you would with a cocktail shaker it'll be perfectly fine. The overall build seems pretty sturdy. The corner suggestion was just one bit of advise to improve the product.

I'd consider these cases a good buy! They are perfect for the signed decks, or any other decks that don't come with cellophane.

[Sparkz]

Ok, need to endorse these for Sherman

You may feel they are a bit on the pricey side especially with a 5 minimum, but they are beautifully made and the acrylic is very clear, it just makes your prized or personal favorite decks just stand out. The magnets are strong enough, as mentioned, to keep the lid snug and not come lose with casual handling. If you decide to pick a few up, you won't be disappointed.

[Blockheads88]

Hey,

I received my order of these cases today and wanted to let everyone know that these are great.

The quality is great. Magnets are super strong.

This is a definite buy if you have a deck or two you want to show off without getting damaged.

[ecNate]

Got mine today, well packaged with bubble wrap, but would have preferred in a mailing box instead of cardboard document envelope. Arrived undamaged though, bubble wrap did the job and I imagine the acrylic is pretty resilient anyhow so not really an issue. Crazy fast shipping too!

I also am pleased with the magnet strength, it's the perfect amount of cling factor. I put a few decks in them and also am using some as pseudo-tucks for a few decks that don't have one. The extra room allows the cards to bounce around if handled much, but I just set on a shelf standing in vertical display mode so not a big deal. I also included in the upper arc those decks that I would have liked to fit, but don't fit the dimensions. Sherman gave lots of dimension details so I wasn't expecting them to fit, but for the others be aware these really only fit the common modern poker size tucks. See image for some examples that don't fit. I was really hoping my Vanity Fair deck would fit, but SO close and not quite enough. Oh well, over all I'm happy with them and may have to reconsider using more to display some top 10 decks or something on a shelf together (the rest I have in hanging wall display cabinets).

[ejay07]

I got mine too. It's really coool. I highly recommend getting them. Putting it on my desk and I change the decks every once and a while.

Great job Sherman.

[freexer]

I am interested in purchasing some but can't seem to send a pm.

[volantangel]

I am interested in purchasing some but can't seem to send a pm.

Hey you need at least 3 posts for you to send pms, sooo two more posts for you !

[Mike Ratledge]

I have recently received my first group, and they are just perfect for the single deck displays - vintage, antique and unsealed decks especially those without a tuck or that you just want to protect from fingers.

Neodymium magnets are super strong, especially for the size!

[Thedissident001]

I would be most interested in an order but I am in Sydney, Australia. Could we discuss an arrangement? Sorry I know you said to PM but this is my first post...

[shermjack]

Dear All,

Thank you for your interest and support of the Carat Card Cases!

Please note that I will no longer be taking orders and from now on, all future orders can be made directly through the UC forum via the following thread:

http://unitedcardists.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=7712" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I am in the process of transferring my remaining stock (currently only about a hundred left) to Mike and he should have them by the end of the week, so order them while they last. If you don't get them this round, don't worry as I will be shipping more to Mike and should they be available for sale in a couple months...we will keep you posted!

Thanks again,
Sherman

P.S. All orders that have been confirmed by me have been or will be shipped in the next day or so. If you had placed an order prior to yesterday and have not heard from me, please send me a PM and I will do my best to sort it out.

[Tscharger]

Are they Archival Safe? I would hate to ruin my most prized decks.

[shermjack]

The cases are made out of 100% acrylic, which is considered archival safe and actually one of the better materials to use when storing valuables. There is also the bonding agent used to hold the pieces of acrylic together...I have just spoken with the manufacturer and though they could not provide the specific agent used due to trade secrets, they assured me that the bonding agent is environmentally safe and contains no acidic residue. Therefore, I am pretty confident to say that these cases are archival safe.

Meanwhile, I will also try to get PH testing strips (airborne vs liquid) and store one in the case to double check