Visiback: Crystal Clear Backing Boards That Show the Whole Story

Visiback: Crystal Clear Backing Boards That Show the Whole Story

Why Are We Still Hiding Half the Comic?

For decades, collectors have accepted a frustrating limitation. Traditional cardboard backing boards hide the back cover of comics. That means an incomplete viewing experience and a constant trade-off between protection and presentation.

Cardboard boards also come with problems collectors know too well:

  • They yellow over time
  • They warp easily
  • They hide back cover artwork
  • They damage books through long-term contact
  • Even when labelled “acid-free,” many remain pulp-based and begin degrading immediately

The truth is simple: cardboard was never made for comics.

 

Visiback Changes Everything

Visiback represents a fundamental shift in comic storage. These crystal clear boards eliminate every limitation of traditional cardboard while providing superior protection.

Made from precision-cut archival-grade PET, Visibacks offer:

  • Complete transparency front and back
  • Rigid structure to prevent corner dings
  • Zero warping or yellowing
  • Long-term archival safety
  • 32 mil thickness for strength and durability

No more guessing. No more compromises.

 

Compatibility Across Comic Eras

Visiback boards are built to fit multiple comic formats:

  • Standard Current and Modern sizes
  • Silver Age dimensions
  • Golden Age (coming soon)

Pair them with MyLite2 or MyLite4 bags for museum-level protection with unmatched clarity.

 

Benefits for Collectors, Sellers, and Dealers

For Sellers
Show both sides of raw comics without removing them from the bag. Build instant trust and speed up sales with total transparency.

  • No need to unbag comics during transactions
  • Buyers gain confidence instantly
  • Faster, smoother sales
  • Less risk of handling damage

For Collectors
Stop hiding wraparound covers and vintage ads. Enjoy full comic visibility without compromising protection.

  • Back cover artwork preserved and visible
  • Reduced handling requirements
  • Better storage and display
  • The complete comic experience front to back

For Dealers and Displayers
Wall books and convention displays take a huge leap forward.

  • Professional premium presentation
  • Faster customer inspections
  • Reduced handling and wear
  • Stronger buyer confidence

 

Reusable. Rigid. Ready to Go.

Each Visiback arrives with a removable double-sided protective film to guarantee pristine condition. With their 32 mil thickness, they are built to last.

  • Swap comics easily
  • Clean and reuse without losing strength
  • Avoid sliding your comics against cheap pulp materials
  • Maintain structural integrity across multiple uses

 

Convention Advantages

At conventions, time and trust are everything. Visiback solves both.

For Dealers

  • Stop removing comics from bags just to show the back cover
  • Speed up sales and inspections
  • Build buyer trust instantly
  • Protect books during high-traffic handling

For Collectors

  • Inspect spines, corners, and back cover defects instantly
  • Confirm condition without risky unbagging
  • Reduce inspection time
  • Buy with confidence knowing what you see is what you get

 

Visiback vs Cardboard: The Real Cost

A pack of 50 Visibacks is just £19.95. That’s only 39p each, including postage.

If your comic is worth £50 or more, it deserves Visiback. That’s not expense, that’s insurance.

Cheap boards create false economy:

  • They degrade and damage comics over time
  • They warp and hide condition issues
  • They need replacing again and again
  • They risk lowering long-term value

 39p isn’t expensive. It’s insurance. 

 

The Complete Story

You wouldn’t frame a painting with cardboard.
You wouldn’t slab a comic blindfolded.
So why back your books with anything less than clear?

Visiback reveals the whole story: front cover, back cover, spine, corners, all visible and preserved.

Traditional cardboard had its place, but the hobby has evolved. Collectors now have tools that both protect and present their books the way they deserve.

The choice is clear. Keep hiding half your comics or upgrade to total visibility with Visiback.

Crystal clear. Archival safe. Rigid. Reusable.
Visiback: Preserve the Past, Protect the Future

The solution collectors have needed for decades.

 

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