Does anyone know where I can find the best clear plastic sleeves to protect my 1st/1st editions of Cussler's novels? I've seen some online, but wasn't sure if any bookstores carry such things. Any suggestions where is the best place to find these, and/or what brand(s) are the best? Also, is there only one size needed as the HC editions vary from 6 1/4" x 9 1/4" up to 6 3/8" x 9 1/2" in size? Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.

I recommend, and use myself, Brodart.

They can be found here: Brodart Supplies

You'll have to navigate thru their website, under the heading:Library Supplies & Furnishings.

Then the screen will come up, where you can choose, US, Canada, or International...

They are excellent to work with, and they DO sell to private individuals.

Cheers,
Dave

I would second Dave's recommendation of Brodart!! They have been great to work with BUT the website is a little difficult to navigate. I've been buying their protective covers by the roll for quite some time, if you've got a lot of books to protect this might be the best way to go. JimO

I'll third that Brodart recommendation . . . a great company to do business with . . . fast, friendly . . . can't go wrong!

-pmk

Thanks for the info everyone. Purchased Brodart sleeves and am completely satisfied with their quality and service. Thanks again.

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Many have asked, which covers do I use?

For the regular editions I use: 10 425 004
and for the book clubs, I use: 10 425 002
large trade paperbacks: 11 065 008

Thanks Dave!! Very helpful.

There is another thing you can get it is on a roll that you can cut to size just pell and stick it on your book it is used on a lot of school books to protect them that is what i did for them

Also you can go to your local Libaray to get what they use for there books

p: You might try Demco I have used them for a few years now.
I get the 300' Roll and cut my covers to size. They have a lot of Items you might be interested in

PAPA JIM

As a follow up question, what is the best way to protect 1st/1st editions that are either paperbacks or trade paperbacks? Thought I'd check before attempting anything.

Maybe I should get some covers, for both CC books and some 70 yr old books I have.

Good question, Brodart also sells covers for paperbacks, and I highly recommend them, and they do not damage your covers, and protect them as you would want... there is no adhesive, you'll have to get one to understand.... check them out...
Cheers,
Dave

GOOD POST. Just what I was looking for to cover and protect my collection. I paid roughly $20 for 50 covers and that's the best money I can think of to protect my investment...Thanks again for the information...Tim

Does anyone know any seller in Europe?