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10-05-2012, 08:06 PM #1
Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
I just got a nice game-used batting helmet, and it is a treasure to me. I don't want any dust or dirt getting to it and want to display it in a way that lasts. The helmet has a crack in the bill and it could easily break into two pieces, if the case does not protect it.
I've been looking on this forum and on eBay for display options, and none has really appealed to me. Except for maybe this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Glass-Baseba...item45f3b8418f.
I'm not much of a do-it-yourself-er, so I'm not looking to build a display case from scratch. I'm more looking for a case that is easy to install and that will preserve this helmet.
Let me know what your thoughts are.
Thank you.Les Zukor
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10-06-2012, 02:18 AM #2
Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
The case on eBay looks good. It also didn't mention having a stand for the helmet. I would suggest that you also purchase a stand, especially if the helmet has a single ear flap. The stand would also take the weight of the bill of the helmet.
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10-06-2012, 05:45 AM #3
Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
Les Zukor
bagwellgameused@gmail.com
Collecting Jeff Bagwell Cleats, Jerseys, & Other Items
http://www.bagwellgameused.com
(617) 682-0408
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10-06-2012, 10:19 AM #4
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Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
I can vouch for that case I have bought a couple from that seller and they look great.
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10-06-2012, 10:30 AM #5
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Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
Here's a stand on eBay, but probably too tall to fit in a display case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MLB-Baseball...item53ef172f2f
I think this case better than the one you posted. Although it's advertised for football helmets, I think it would also work for batting helmets:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2012-NEW-YOR...item43b427d2d6
My preference is to display helmets without cases. However, if your helmet is fragile due to cracks and you need to protect it because it will be in a place where people will pick it up and handle it unless it's under a case, then I can see the value in protecting it under a case.
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10-06-2012, 10:31 AM #6
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10-06-2012, 11:26 AM #7
Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
Les Zukor
bagwellgameused@gmail.com
Collecting Jeff Bagwell Cleats, Jerseys, & Other Items
http://www.bagwellgameused.com
(617) 682-0408
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10-06-2012, 11:48 AM #8
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Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
Why not get the helmet stand on eBay mentioned in the previous post and have the center 'post' cut down to support the helmet and fit INside the octagon case. That should not be difficult to do. Get a friend or local hobby shop to do it for you. It's just plexiglass that can be easily re-glued to the base (or to the top helmet support) - which ever way you decide to go - with acrylic cement (e.g., Super Glue)
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10-06-2012, 11:55 AM #9
Re: Batting Helmet Display Cases: NEED HELP!
What about this one:
http://www.americansportscollectible...playcases.html?
It's way more expensive, but I don't know a lot of do-it-yourself people to cut down plexiglass.Les Zukor
bagwellgameused@gmail.com
Collecting Jeff Bagwell Cleats, Jerseys, & Other Items
http://www.bagwellgameused.com
(617) 682-0408
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10-06-2012, 12:10 PM #10
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