Author Topic: Spare UGC Cases...Anyone?  (Read 720 times)

February 02, 2012, 11:20:25 AM
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Moviefan2k4

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I just checked the Media Shelving website, and they're sold out for the next six weeks. So, I'm looking to buy about 20 or so, if anyone can spare them. Post here to let me know; thanks! :)

February 02, 2012, 12:05:13 PM
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February 02, 2012, 12:32:29 PM
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They are actually the same supplier...
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February 06, 2012, 10:47:16 PM
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Check out Racketboy - they have them in stock, for $1.59 a piece

http://www.racketboy.com/store/featured/universale-game-case.html

February 06, 2012, 11:43:03 PM
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Check out Racketboy - they have them in stock, for $1.59 a piece

http://www.racketboy.com/store/featured/universale-game-case.html
Yeah, plus over $3 each for shipping; no thanks. I'd spend more for 10 at that site, than for 100 from Media Shelving. :(

February 09, 2012, 07:48:45 PM
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I could get twice that many for just $10 more plus shipping in March; no thanks. If I'm gonna buy half a standard amount, I want to pay half the price ($21).

February 13, 2012, 11:11:59 PM
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Media Shelving charges $42 for 100, which is why I came up with $21. I really hope the shipping isn't another $20; that would suck.

February 14, 2012, 01:02:38 AM
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I seem to recall that the shipping actually WAS $20. A box of 100 UGCs is pretty huge.

February 14, 2012, 01:32:29 AM
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My last purchase from Mediashelving was for $55.97 (after shipping), which works out to just a hair under $.56 per case.  I don't recall where Mediashelving is located, but it seems that shipping is, therefore, about $14 to here in Seattle.

February 14, 2012, 02:01:22 AM
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My last purchase from Mediashelving was for $55.97 (after shipping), which works out to just a hair under $.56 per case.  I don't recall where Mediashelving is located, but it seems that shipping is, therefore, about $14 to here in Seattle.

They are located in california, which is great for me because I live in cali as well. When I order them their usually around that price plus they get get to my place quick.
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February 14, 2012, 09:10:09 PM
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Also, you may have noticed that the new UGC's are a different size? Since they moved to a new factory and adopted a new case (the cover is more transparent, the size slightly smaller) - the cover sizes have to be reduced for proper printing.  It has to be adjusted to 7.11 across (again if memory serves and I believe it does). 

I haven't really had a problem using the same printing size as I've always used, but I definitely noticed the clearer plastic as well as the smoother finish on the sleeve portion.  Also, the plastic is more malleable and at the same time a bit harder as it's easier to snap the tabs off with a pair of cutters than it was on the older cases.

I've half a mind to switch them all out with Onion cases when/if they get made, but for now I'll keep cuttin' up the UGCs.

February 14, 2012, 09:37:28 PM
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To clarify Media Shelving price and shipping.

Box of 100 UGC cases are $42.00. They do in fact ship via FedEx Ground (no signature confirmation). Shipping to the east coast of the US is about $18.

So most of you are looking at $60.00 or so for a box of 100.

I know this because I ordered some last month.
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February 15, 2012, 04:15:59 AM
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Thanks for the info. Since Texas is about halfway across the country, that's about $51 total, which ain't bad for a 100-pack.

February 15, 2012, 11:54:15 AM
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1/2 the distance dose not mean 1/2 the price..

Its still going to run you about $55-$57.
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February 15, 2012, 12:40:53 PM
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Thanks for the info. Since Texas is about halfway across the country, that's about $51 total, which ain't bad for a 100-pack.
Nope it's close to $60.

I live in Texas.