Do you replace broken BD cases? - Blu-ray Forum

epicmovies · 02-14-2013, 01:18 AM

Just curious to see who hear replaces damaged cases on their BD movies. The Viva Elites seem to be kinda bad for the bottom and top parts of the spines blowing out, also sometimes the case will have a crack somewhere or once in a while the center hub that holds the disc will have a broken prong or two. Usually Vortex cases are better for now getting damaged I find.

Personally I replace these defective cases with new ones.

Do you guys/gals replace a busted case or just let it be?

Scottie · 02-14-2013, 01:19 AM

Yes.

I had ordered several from Amazon before and they weren't right at all. The coloring was off and the cases were square.

Luckily I came across DiscMakers and I placed an order for about 50 singles, 25 doubles, and 25 triples. Pretty reasonable (about $60 with shipping) and I couldn't be happier.

Also for anyone who cares, you can get replacement Criterion cases for $1 from some website (I forgot the night, but it wasn't DiscMakers).

erlinmeyer · 02-14-2013, 01:24 AM

I also have bought replacement cases from Discmakers.com several times and am quite happy with the price and quality.

The Great Owl · 02-14-2013, 01:48 AM

I bought some Dynex cases from Best Buy shortly after I purchased my Blu-ray player. They're all double-disc cases, but they're sturdy and they look near-identical to the standard Blu-ray cases.

I buy a lot of my Blu-rays at used stores, and some of the used Blu-rays have cases that are in less-than-stellar condition, so it was a no-brainer to buy the replacement cases.

The Dynex cases are 10 for $12.99, and you can get replacement cases at better prices online. I live within walking distance of a Best Buy, though, and do not have to fool with shipping costs, etc. when buying these Dynex cases.

blu-ray_girl_fan · 02-14-2013, 01:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by epicmovies

Just curious to see who hear replaces damaged cases on their BD movies. The Viva Elites seem to be kinda bad for the bottom and top parts of the spines blowing out, also sometimes the case will have a crack somewhere or once in a while the center hub that holds the disc will have a broken prong or two. Usually Vortex cases are better for now getting damaged I find.

Personally I replace these defective cases with new ones.

Do you guys/gals replace a busted case or just let it be?

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=172655

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Monterey Jack · 02-14-2013, 01:59 AM

Of course I do. If the case is broken, wrinkly, or one of those horrible "eco" jobs, I immediately replace it.

octagon · 02-14-2013, 02:01 AM

Yeah, almost always. I got in the habit of buying empty cases during Blockbuster closeout sales and I restocked soon after discovering GoHastings.

epicmovies · 02-14-2013, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

Yes.

I had ordered several from Amazon before and they weren't right at all. The coloring was off and the cases were square.

Luckily I came across DiscMakers and I placed an order for about 50 singles, 25 doubles, and 25 triples. Pretty reasonable (about $60 with shipping) and I couldn't be happier.

Also for anyone who cares, you can get replacement Criterion cases for $1 from some website (I forgot the night, but it wasn't DiscMakers).

Wow those are great prices! I wonder how much an order like that would cost shipped here to Canada? I contacted them a few days back just to see if they even shipped here and they do.

Atreyu · 02-14-2013, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by erlinmeyer

I also have bought replacement cases from Discmakers.com several times and am quite happy with the price and quality.

Same here.

remake · 02-14-2013, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erlinmeyer

I also have bought replacement cases from Discmakers.com several times and am quite happy with the price and quality.

Samesies.

5th Of November · 02-14-2013, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I bought some Dynex cases from Best Buy shortly after I purchased my Blu-ray player. They're all double-disc cases, but they're sturdy and they look near-identical to the standard Blu-ray cases.

I buy a lot of my Blu-rays at used stores, and some of the used Blu-rays have cases that are in less-than-stellar condition, so it was a no-brainer to buy the replacement cases.

The Dynex cases are 10 for $12.99, and you can get replacement cases at better prices online. I live within walking distance of a Best Buy, though, and do not have to fool with shipping costs, etc. when buying these Dynex cases.

I bought some of these Dynex cases as well, to replace some damaged cases. They're pretty good!

psychomugs · 02-14-2013, 04:25 AM

I usually swap a movie I like into the non-eco case of a movie I don't like as much, but I haven't gone out of my way to spend money on just replacement cases. My copy of Skyfall had a broken bottom clip right out of package so that's kinda annoying.

rexxriot · 02-14-2013, 04:32 AM

Define "broken." I consider the recent Disney releases that have 3-4 discs on 2 hubs to be broken and have replaced them.

jcp42877 · 02-14-2013, 04:35 AM

I try to be extremely careful with my cases, but the inevitable one always breaks for some odd reason. I usually just get some for a buddy who only cares about the discs aha

unionsilver · 02-14-2013, 04:45 AM

I like Casetopia.com. Cases come in all shapes, sizes, and colors on this website.

A Sith Lord? · 02-14-2013, 04:53 AM

I have a few broken ones, but instead of buying replacements, I'm going to buy some double packs and triple packs when I combine some of my DVD collection with my blus to make my own Blu-ray DVD combo packs and just use the single disc cases as the replacements.

I have Collateral on DVD and Blu-Ray, and when I buy some double pack cases, I'll just use the Collateral case which is in good condition and change it out.

I also plan on doing what some have done and printing out these custom Criterion covers and buying the criterion replacement cases for classics like Casablanca or 2001.

MrClarke · 02-14-2013, 04:54 AM

i do, because it drives me crazy... the only exception being a UK import I got because I can't find a case the same size.

Spicoli · 02-14-2013, 04:56 AM

Haven't needed to yet except for that one time my version of Corvette Summer melted from a sparkler that I forgot about.

civiclx · 02-14-2013, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by unionsilver

I like Casetopia.com. Cases come in all shapes, sizes, and colors on this website.

Placed and received my first order with them not too long ago. I'll definitely use them again

I have a few cases with cracks in them. Found that my green Incredible Hulk case has a crack and it's still wrapped. Was happy to find the green case at Target within the last year but it doesn't have the slip unfortunately.

Opened up Perfect Storm and the case just fell apart

Mandalorian · 02-14-2013, 04:57 AM

Yes. And it makes me sad, but I'm so anal that I order the approprate company that corresponds with the ones the studios use (i.e. if I had a broken case for a Sony or Disney movie, I'd order a Vortex case; Viva Elite for the others).

02-14-2013, 01:18 AM	#1
epicmovies Banned Member since:Feb 2013	Do you replace broken BD cases? Just curious to see who hear replaces damaged cases on their BD movies. The Viva Elites seem to be kinda bad for the bottom and top parts of the spines blowing out, also sometimes the case will have a crack somewhere or once in a while the center hub that holds the disc will have a broken prong or two. Usually Vortex cases are better for now getting damaged I find. Personally I replace these defective cases with new ones. Do you guys/gals replace a busted case or just let it be?

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02-14-2013, 01:19 AM	#2
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Yes. I had ordered several from Amazon before and they weren't right at all. The coloring was off and the cases were square. Luckily I came across DiscMakers and I placed an order for about 50 singles, 25 doubles, and 25 triples. Pretty reasonable (about $60 with shipping) and I couldn't be happier. Also for anyone who cares, you can get replacement Criterion cases for $1 from some website (I forgot the night, but it wasn't DiscMakers).

02-14-2013, 01:24 AM	#3
erlinmeyer Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:Minnesota 4K collection:714 Blu-ray collection:5082 DVD collection:427 MA collection:1726 Digital collection:1778 iTunes collection:2610 iTunes music:732 Prime collection:1300 Blu-ray reviews: 9 Trading Score:11	I also have bought replacement cases from Discmakers.com several times and am quite happy with the price and quality.

02-14-2013, 01:48 AM	#4
The Great Owl Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Georgia 4K collection:927 Blu-ray collection:6035 DVD collection:28 Blu-ray reviews: 255 Trading Score:6	I bought some Dynex cases from Best Buy shortly after I purchased my Blu-ray player. They're all double-disc cases, but they're sturdy and they look near-identical to the standard Blu-ray cases. I buy a lot of my Blu-rays at used stores, and some of the used Blu-rays have cases that are in less-than-stellar condition, so it was a no-brainer to buy the replacement cases. The Dynex cases are 10 for $12.99, and you can get replacement cases at better prices online. I live within walking distance of a Best Buy, though, and do not have to fool with shipping costs, etc. when buying these Dynex cases.

02-14-2013, 01:59 AM	#6
Monterey Jack Blu-ray Grand Duke Member since:Oct 2011 Trading Score:710	Of course I do. If the case is broken, wrinkly, or one of those horrible "eco" jobs, I immediately replace it.

02-14-2013, 02:01 AM	#7
octagon Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jun 2010 Location:Chicago 4K collection:255 Blu-ray collection:2801	Yeah, almost always. I got in the habit of buying empty cases during Blockbuster closeout sales and I restocked soon after discovering GoHastings.

02-14-2013, 04:25 AM	#12
psychomugs Special Member Member since:Dec 2012 Blu-ray collection:262 Trading Score:66	I usually swap a movie I like into the non-eco case of a movie I don't like as much, but I haven't gone out of my way to spend money on just replacement cases. My copy of Skyfall had a broken bottom clip right out of package so that's kinda annoying.

02-14-2013, 04:32 AM	#13
rexxriot Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Dec 2011 Location:Massachusetts 4K collection:10 Blu-ray collection:2420 DVD collection:68 Trading Score:25	Define "broken." I consider the recent Disney releases that have 3-4 discs on 2 hubs to be broken and have replaced them.

02-14-2013, 04:35 AM	#14
jcp42877 Senior Member Member since:Feb 2013 Location:Chesapeake, VA Trading Score:242	I try to be extremely careful with my cases, but the inevitable one always breaks for some odd reason. I usually just get some for a buddy who only cares about the discs aha

02-14-2013, 04:45 AM	#15
unionsilver Active Member Member since:Sep 2010 Location:La Habra, CA 4K collection:85 Blu-ray collection:657 Trading Score:1	I like Casetopia.com. Cases come in all shapes, sizes, and colors on this website.

02-14-2013, 04:53 AM	#16
A Sith Lord? Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2012 4K collection:1 Blu-ray collection:575 DVD collection:30 Digital collection:1 iTunes collection:1272 Trading Score:49	I have a few broken ones, but instead of buying replacements, I'm going to buy some double packs and triple packs when I combine some of my DVD collection with my blus to make my own Blu-ray DVD combo packs and just use the single disc cases as the replacements. I have Collateral on DVD and Blu-Ray, and when I buy some double pack cases, I'll just use the Collateral case which is in good condition and change it out. I also plan on doing what some have done and printing out these custom Criterion covers and buying the criterion replacement cases for classics like Casablanca or 2001.

02-14-2013, 04:54 AM	#17
MrClarke Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jun 2011 Location:South Hill, VA 4K collection:723 Blu-ray collection:2402 DVD collection:38 iTunes collection:182 Blu-ray reviews: 16 Trading Score:52	i do, because it drives me crazy... the only exception being a UK import I got because I can't find a case the same size.

02-14-2013, 04:56 AM	#18
Spicoli Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2010 Location:East of Seattle Trading Score:5	Haven't needed to yet except for that one time my version of Corvette Summer melted from a sparkler that I forgot about.

02-14-2013, 04:57 AM	#20
Mandalorian Blu-ray Grand Duke Top contributor Member since:Sep 2010 4K collection:1153 Blu-ray collection:2807 Trading Score:252	Yes. And it makes me sad, but I'm so anal that I order the approprate company that corresponds with the ones the studios use (i.e. if I had a broken case for a Sony or Disney movie, I'd order a Vortex case; Viva Elite for the others).

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