Miniature Storage Revisited

Several years ago, I mentioned Tablewar's incredible magnetic transport cases.  Today, there are several types of similar cases, as well as DIY options. Just a quick look on Amazon and you can see several different cost-friendly magnetic storage solutions. 

Last Christmas, Mrs Claus presented me with a new magnetic transport case. It came with 4 shelves per case (the picture is of two cases stacked and attached to each other), made of white plastic and clear plastic fronts. They are definitely not the top tier of cases, but they work and look pretty good. 

Jucoci Miniature Case

As mentioned several times before in this blog, I try to find ways to build, craft or substitute things to lessen the cost of items that support my hobby, which in turn increases my budget for buying miniatures.  I don't own a 3d printer, they seem really messy and not for me.  And although I have a couple of airbrushes, I still like using a brush. 

So this is what I am getting at;  several v-blogs show using containers, tin sheets (has to be tin, NOT aluminum), and magnets to make storage and transport cases.  Check them out. Duncan Rhodes has a great video about making cases. 

However, just remember for RPG miniatures for games like Dungeons and Dragons to put metal washers on the miniature base, and a sheet of magnetic material in the tote or container.  Most RPG game tables use monitors or TV screens for their maps, and magnets on the screens may or may not cause issues. Better safe than sorry..