MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 (edited) Hello fellow collectors! My name is Mike and i'm new here As a big box collector, I was faced with the dilemma of how to protect and secure my most expensive exhibits. There is no ideal solution when it comes to storing big boxes due to the different sizes of each game. So I made RetroBoxed - a project that tries to solve this problem in a perfect way. I produce laser-cut cases made of transparent Plexiglas, tailored specifically to your game - I take dimensions from the client and create a case perfectly suited to it. Each box can be engraved with developer logo or any custom text. Price is $24 for standard to medium sized boxes, but i can deliver anything you like (even a triangle box for Day of the Tentacle!)  Come and say hi: https://www.retroboxed.com https://facebook.com/retroboxed https://twitter.com/retroboxed http://instagram.com/retro_boxed/    Edited December 23, 2020 by MikeFromRetroboxed 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Morbis | 2,088 Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 Thanks for posting here! I've been looking for a box protector for my Big-Box Gyromite for years. I've also got some other stuff I need to get dimensions on as well, so I'll look around my game room after Christmas and place an order with you in the new year... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorEncore | 3,691 Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 Welcome! I've been using CGA for acrylic cases but would love to see some competition in that market! I'll definitely give your product a try at some point. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePhleo | 2,184 Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 Well, this was the last push I needed to start PC collecting for serious. I’m looking forward to being a customer :) Anyone know what a holographic Daggerfall is going for these days? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 23, 2020 Author Share Posted December 23, 2020 (edited) Guys, thank you so much! Any box size can be done, i just need measures (preferred in milimeters) and you pretty boxes will be well protected, and will look super nice! As for VGA/CGA acrylic boxes - well they have a different purpose that what i'm offering. They seal the game, and you can't get it out. Besides, CGA makes their boxes with extruded acrylic, which leave pretty bad cracks and marks on gluing surface. Its much cheaper, but i made many tests on them, and finally decided to go with the best acrylic i can get. I'm preparing a sale after Christmas, so be sure to check my social channels for updates. Once again, thanks for your kind words - means a world to me... Edited December 23, 2020 by MikeFromRetroboxed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Code Monkey | 2,006 Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 How are you joining the separate pieces together? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 (edited) 7 hours ago, Code Monkey said: How are you joining the separate pieces together? Every case is glued with transparent glue. It makes a strong bond like everything was made from one piece. Edited December 24, 2020 by MikeFromRetroboxed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friendsfa35 | 35 Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 18 hours ago, MikeFromRetroboxed said: As for VGA/CGA acrylic boxes -Â They seal the game, and you can't get it out. sure, the graded stuff might be in cases that you need to break open if you wanted to, but the normal buyable CGA acrylic cases have a slide on the bottom, otherwise how would you even put your game in? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,776 Administrator · Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 @MikeFromRetroboxed Any clue what a single Game Boy sized case would be, shipped to Canada? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 13 minutes ago, Friendsfa35 said: sure, the graded stuff might be in cases that you need to break open if you wanted to, but the normal buyable CGA acrylic cases have a slide on the bottom, otherwise how would you even put your game in? Ah yes, do they do custom sizes tho? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,776 Administrator · Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 1 minute ago, MikeFromRetroboxed said: Ah yes, do they do custom sizes tho? They do: https://cgagrading.com/OnlineStore/CustomCase.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 12 minutes ago, Gloves said: @MikeFromRetroboxed Any clue what a single Game Boy sized case would be, shipped to Canada? I around $20 for box +$16 for shipping (usd) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 4 minutes ago, Gloves said: They do:Â https://cgagrading.com/toygrader/submission_packagedpricing.aspx The prices uhmmm... And additional +15 for uv-resistant acrylic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,776 Administrator · Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 1 minute ago, MikeFromRetroboxed said: The prices uhmmm... And additional +15 for uv-resistant acrylic Sorry I C+P'd the wrong link; this was the one I meant to: https://cgagrading.com/OnlineStore/CustomCase.aspx I think the other link was grading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Gloves said: Sorry I C+P'd the wrong link; this was the one I meant to:Â https://cgagrading.com/OnlineStore/CustomCase.aspx I think the other link was grading. Still, $40 for a standard big box case (8.26x10x1.6 inch) without uv resistance Not to mention 3-4 weeks wait time Edited December 24, 2020 by MikeFromRetroboxed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,776 Administrator · Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 Just now, MikeFromRetroboxed said: Still, $40 for a standard big box case (8.26x10x1.6 inch) without uv resistance Oh yeah, still pricy. Just sharing the requested info. Can you PM me some closeup images of your cases; specifically the edges and seams? I don't wanna be super anal about my tiny one-box purchase, but for ~$50 CAD I also don't wanna get it, go "meh" and chuck it. And can you confirm - you engrave the publisher's logo on the top? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Gloves said: Oh yeah, still pricy. Just sharing the requested info. Can you PM me some closeup images of your cases; specifically the edges and seams? I don't wanna be super anal about my tiny one-box purchase, but for ~$50 CAD I also don't wanna get it, go "meh" and chuck it. And can you confirm - you engrave the publisher's logo on the top? I will, i am super picky sbout edges of my boxes so you wont be dissapointed. I'm in the middle of Christmas dinner, will do it tomorrow, ok? Engraving is my specialty! Edited December 24, 2020 by MikeFromRetroboxed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,776 Administrator · Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 Just now, MikeFromRetroboxed said: I will, i am super picky sbout edges of my boxes so you wont be sissapointed. I'm in tge middle of Christmas dinner, will do it tomorrow, ok? Engraving is my specialty! Lol bro if you're in the middle of dinner get the heck outta here what are ya doing? xD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartman | 195 Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 Is there anything you can make for an A4 paper meaning a thinner type of almost flat case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 2 hours ago, cartman said: Is there anything you can make for an A4 paper meaning a thinner type of almost flat case? I have an idea of a4 protector for my old games magazines from 80-90s, but didn't cut them yet. My laser has a 30x50 cm work area, so its doable i think - can try and put some photos online after Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartman | 195 Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 22 minutes ago, MikeFromRetroboxed said: I have an idea of a4 protector for my old games magazines from 80-90s, but didn't cut them yet. My laser has a 30x50 cm work area, so its doable i think - can try and put some photos online after Christmas. You'd make it acrylic too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 24, 2020 Author Share Posted December 24, 2020 1 hour ago, cartman said: You'd make it acrylic too? Yes, transparent acrylic + a litte hole in the back for hanging on wall. That was my initial idea. You can see this hole for hanging on a picture below (i made it for one box, that owner wanted to hang): Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 25, 2020 Author Share Posted December 25, 2020 14 hours ago, Gloves said: Can you PM me some closeup images of your cases; Here you go, few quick shots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartman | 195 Posted December 25, 2020 Share Posted December 25, 2020 11 hours ago, MikeFromRetroboxed said: Yes, transparent acrylic + a litte hole in the back for hanging on wall. That was my initial idea. You can see this hole for hanging on a picture below (i made it for one box, that owner wanted to hang): Â I wasn't actually thinking about hanging just a box that would be more or less flat for holding an A4 paper. When it comes to hanging though, not a fan of a hole of that type. I think it would be better with some kind of tab solution like for some action figures. Are you able to do sunlight protection stuff too with the materials you make? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeFromRetroboxed | 6 Posted December 25, 2020 Author Share Posted December 25, 2020 2 hours ago, cartman said: I wasn't actually thinking about hanging just a box that would be more or less flat for holding an A4 paper. When it comes to hanging though, not a fan of a hole of that type. I think it would be better with some kind of tab solution like for some action figures. Are you able to do sunlight protection stuff too with the materials you make? According to Plexiglas manufacturer in Germany, this acrylic has UV resistance capabilities:Â https://www.plexiglas.de/en/products/plexiglas/plexiglas-gs-xt As for some prototype, i will be able to do it after weekend - and will post results on social media channels, so please follow up closely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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