Steve D. Posted August 17, 2019 Share Posted August 17, 2019 Hey-Oh!!!! I found some little neat containers for super cheap and thought I'd share what and where! First pics are from Walmart's Back 2 School section. These were $1 dollar each. They are stackable, have two latches for containment and are great for smaller finds that are worth separating out and isolation. Second are classic plastic cotton ball containers that were being merchandised as small screw containers at Mendards. These come in two sizes (can't remember what) and they are $1.88 per container. I like these for separating my new finds that are smaller and need to soak in vinegar/etc... to further break down any matrix. OR as another source of stackable containers. Let me know your thoughts in the comments!!! Steve 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPS Ammonite Posted August 17, 2019 Share Posted August 17, 2019 Trader Joe’s in the Phoenix area has been selling these classic recyclable 12 compartment containers for less than one dollar. They throw in a dozen eggs with every purchase. 3 My goal is to leave no stone or fossil unturned. See my Arizona Paleontology Guide link The best single resource for Arizona paleontology anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caldigger Posted August 17, 2019 Share Posted August 17, 2019 On 8/17/2019 at 2:39 PM, DPS Ammonite said: Trader Joe’s in the Phoenix area has been selling these classic recyclable 12 compartment containers for less than one dollar. The throw in a dozen eggs with every purchase. Not eggs, just albino concretions. Better luck next time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve D. Posted August 17, 2019 Author Share Posted August 17, 2019 Well cockadoodle doo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pagurus Posted August 17, 2019 Share Posted August 17, 2019 1 hour ago, caldigger said: Not eggs, just concretions. Better luck next time! Start the day with a smile and get it over with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ptychodus04 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 On 8/17/2019 at 1:39 PM, DPS Ammonite said: Trader Joe’s in the Phoenix area has been selling these classic recyclable 12 compartment containers for less than one dollar. They throw in a dozen eggs with every purchase. Regards, Kris Global Paleo Services, LLC https://globalpaleoservices.com http://instagram.com/globalpaleoservices http://instagram.com/kris.howe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 A heck of a lot less exspensive than a $500 stainless steel and glass cabinet but im gunna stick with the cabinet. Back in the day I did use the lessor exspensive way. Getting older and having a bit more money helps but you really do have a good idea. RB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam86cucv Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 On 8/27/2019 at 6:39 PM, RJB said: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JarrodB Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 On 8/27/2019 at 6:39 PM, RJB said: A heck of a lot less exspensive than a $500 stainless steel and glass cabinet but im gunna stick with the cabinet. Back in the day I did use the lessor exspensive way. Getting older and having a bit more money helps but you really do have a good idea. RB With that much time and money invested in those crabs I would have a nice display also. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinoguy89 Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 On 27/08/2019 at 11:39 PM, RJB said: A heck of a lot less exspensive than a $500 stainless steel and glass cabinet but im gunna stick with the cabinet. Back in the day I did use the lessor exspensive way. Getting older and having a bit more money helps but you really do have a good idea. RB What a beautiful looking cabinet, some lovely looking fossils as well. Looks great 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimravis Posted September 7, 2019 Share Posted September 7, 2019 On 8/17/2019 at 12:13 PM, Steve D. said: Hey-Oh!!!! I found some little neat containers for super cheap and thought I'd share what and where! First pics are from Walmart's Back 2 School section. These were $1 dollar each. They are stackable, have two latches for containment and are great for smaller finds that are worth separating out and isolation. I buy similar things at Goodwill, I agree, they are great for various sized fossils- thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caldigger Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Don't forget to browse your local dollar store. I used to get these 3" x 4" locking containers in packs of 4 for a dollar ( .25 ea.) They would come in various colors and I have used these for several years and they still work and lock perfectly. I think they got wise to the deal and they are now .50 ea. But still a bargin at that price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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