Adhesive alternative to staples for 2x2s?

Just trying to help , and I don't see how throwing in an alternative isn't relative to this thread .
rzage

 

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rzage: My apologies, no flame was intended, it is just that I know about the alternatives and there are better ones that cost more. The goal is to try to save money with what was once a cheaper method of coin mounting and storage.

 

No apologies needed , I know all too well how we have to save money for the more important things like food and coins . and gas
rzage:smile

 

Yeah, for the not so valuable coins, I'd still like to use regular 2x2s and not staple them for better protection. I just purchased some special waterproof, dries clear, non-toxix, acid free and is archival quality glue that works on plastic too. I will keep everyone posted.

 

How about contacting the company that makes the self-adhesive 2x2's and ask them about the adhesive they use. Possibly you could buy the product yourself and make your own 2x2's.

 

I tried that and they were basically saying they import them from Europe and don't know. I'm sure they do, but don't want us to know otherwise we would do it ourselves and not buy the overpriced self adhesive 2x2s.

 

Rather than asking the specific brand name of the product they use. I was thinking more of a generic inquiry, like what type of adhesive do they use, so you as a collector can be assured that it won't ruin your coins. Then you can look for an after-market adhesive with similar ingredients.
But, I can see where they don't want to divulge any trade secrets, either.

 

They said it was an archival adhesive and were not sure who makes it for their supplier. I suspect it is a BASF or 3M type contact adhesive that is acrylic based, which is what is supposed to be in the archival glue I just purchased. I will see how it works out.

 

It's probably the same or very close , maybe you can go into business supplying small shops and work your way up , you've got a good idea now go with it . That's how people get rich .
rzage:thumb: