[MF3D.FORUM:767] Re: Slide Mount Protectors

[Paul Talbot <ptww@xxxxxxxxx>]

Sam wrote:

> Thanks to all who responded to my quest for protective sleeve for MF
> mounts, but what I'm really looking for are sleeves that protect while
> viewing. These would be more than useful for folios (I heard one was
> damaged recently) or any instance where a slide is getting a lot of
> traffic. Bet it would be good for stapled mounts too!!!!
> 
> Is there any other interest in these or is it just me?

I've heard one person say that the 35mm versions intended for use
while viewing are really not acceptable for doing so.  Others may
feel differently, but I haven't heard anyone express any other
opinion.

If there is an existing product in the market I can try to get
it at a better price.  But if something new has to be made, the
up-front costs could easily be $5,000.  Is your interest *that*
strong?  ;-)

Brian Reynolds mentioned:

> I use 2 mil polyethylene sleeves that Light Impressions
> sells for storing stereocards.  The bags are 3-3/4x7-1/4
> inches.  They're a little long, but OK.

How would those work in a viewer, if the length is trimmed
a bit with scissors?

Paul Talbot