Does anyone have long time experience with either (or both) of these hoders? Which one works best for protecting coin from elements? Is there something similar that is better? Any help is appreciated. Thank you.
There is little difference between any of the hard plastic coin holders in that regard. Myself, I always preferred Air-Tites because they are cheaper and take up less space.
I agree with your choice, but for an additional reason. In my opinion, their product is the best design of which I'm familiar for labyrinthian cyanoacrylate capillary, Glovebox, Nitrogen atmospheric encapsulation. With simple modification, ultrasonic sealing. I believe, relatively simple processes for encapsulating coins in an "inert", bonded, or clean, atmosphere. JMHO
I like the idea, but are there any problems with the glue? like staying closed, or causing issues with the coin it is holding?
No problems with the coins or staying closed, just make sure to use slightly larger holders than the diameter of coin.
Over the years I've used a few different inert capsules but in the end my preference was for the air-tite direct fit capsules. Easy to use and store. But in the end it's all personal preference
I think the Air-Tites (AT) are more effective against the elements when stored in the tube. I have a couple of these. The capped tube seems to do a good job of sealing air from entering or escaping. On top of that the coin itself is inside a sealed capsule. It acts as a double layer where both layers stand up on their own. I also like the clean look of the coin in the AT capsule (so long as it's not scratched up). My only issues with AT is that they are easy to drop (especially with coins smaller than half dollar). The other issue (if stored in tube) is having to open tube every time I want to look at coin or show it to someone. Snaplock's are easier to handle and easier to remove from storage, IMO. The coin also looks nice inside it (about same as AT). The negatives with Snaplock (in comparison to AT) is that they don't seal outside air as well AT stored in tube. They are also more expensive. The conclusion I have reached is I will continue to purchase both. I will determine which one to use depending on the coin and how much I want to look at it.
