Searching for boxes to put projects in

[Ben]

Ok, I'm about to give up! I have been searching the web for over an hour trying to find a certain kind of box to store some model projects in. I really want either the white corrugated "mailer" type boxes or a clear plastic box or tub. Something with a lid that comes on and off or folds open and closed without having to tape it up or anything like that. The size needs to be no smaller than 18" X 6" x 6" and no bigger than 22" X 8" x 8". I have checked ULine and all the online places that sell boxes online so please, and I'm not trying to be rude when I say this, only tell me something if you have actually seen a box of this type and within this size range.

Thanks!

[JunkPile]

Wal-mart may have just what you want, or you may have to adjust wants

[jamesG]

Try comic book and baseball card shops. They may have something to fit your needs.

[Rob Hall]

I've found good boxes for storing parts, etc at Target in the office supply section....Office Depot or Office Max are good places to look also. For storing used models I've bought w/o their original boxes, I've found that 550-count card boxes to be the perfect size for 1/25th scale kits, sturdy w/ a folding lid. I get those from sports card stores or Amazon.com.

Edited June 16, 2012 by Rob Hall

[Ben]

I've found good boxes for storing parts, etc at Target in the office supply section....Office Depot or Office Max are good places to look also. For storing used models I've bought w/o their original boxes, I've found that 550-count card boxes to be the perfect size for 1/25th scale kits, sturdy w/ a folding lid. I get those from sports card stores or Amazon.com.

I've found hundreds of boxes that you could store car kits in. My problem is that I have several 1/25 and 1/24 semi trailer kits that I want to store and protect. They are 18 inches long so the box would have to be at least 18 inches long, 6 inches wide and 6 inches tall.

[Kaleb]

Walmart has $1 boxes with lids and they are clear. I'll post a pic in a couple min. They are perfect.

[Kaleb]

I've got more than this, they are also great for separating and storing parts.

[my80malibu]

I've got more than this, they are also great for separating and storing parts.

These are also what I use for project storage/ transport I buy them when they are on sale usually 10 for $10.00

[Kaleb]

That's odd thats regular price for us.

[southpier]

depends on your pain threshold

http://www.archivalmethods.com/category.cfm?categoryid=1

[Mike Kucaba]

Try U-Line.com or there are many sellers on ebay selling the baseball card type of boxes,usually with free shipping if you buy certain amount.

[Kit Basher]

The closest thing I can think of are the boxes that I get metal drawer slides in. They are about 22" x 6" x 4-6". If that size would work, you might try a local cabinetmaker or hardware store. I would expect them to be free, I just recycle the ones I get.

[Mike Kucaba]

Did you see these? Handy if your a travelin' man

http://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-3273/Literature-Mailers/18-1-4-x-11-3-8-x-4-1-2-Carrying-Cases

Or you might have to go custom size.

http://custommadeboxes.shoppkg.com/shop/C265.aspx

[Ben]

I appreciate all the suggestions but I really need to stay right at the dimesions I listed due to space concerns. Every time I see a box that is 18" long, it's 12" wide! I can't believe how hard it is to find boxes at 18 x 6 x 6.

[southpier]

not to contradict your plan, but could you use the 12" box and put a divider in for 2 models?

[gtx6970]

www.Uline.com

just pick your size and quanitity

Its' where I get mine

[Harry P.]

I can't believe how hard it is to find boxes at 18 x 6 x 6.

http://www.Uline.com/Product/AdvSearchResult.aspx?view=ALL&&Length=18&Width=6&Height=6&Tolerance=1&WebClass=4&DimensionalSearch=Y

[Mike Kucaba]

Those are the right dimensions,but he wanted the "mailer"type.

[Harry P.]

Those are the right dimensions,but he wanted the "mailer"type.

http://www.Uline.com/BL_1351/Indestructo-Mailers

Closest size they have is 17x6x6...

[sjordan2]

Or you could get flat corrugated cardboard at a storage or moving company, plus packing tape, and make your own boxes.

[mikemodeler]

If you have a Big Lots nearby, check them as they have a good selection of clear plastic containers with snap on lids. I like them because I can see what is in them easier than a cardboard box and stack easily.

I think the brand is Sterlite and I think they have a website so you can see all that they have available.

[Ron Hamilton]

These are also what I use for project storage/ transport I buy them when they are on sale usually 10 for $10.00

That's what I use, and $1.00 each is the normal price.