Author Topic: I hate DVD with stickers seals (mostly imported)... (Read 8070 times)

techdude · « **on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 03:20 AM »

I hate DVDs, mostly (all?) R1 or other imported ones which has multiple stickers to seal the DVD and ensure that it is brand new. Mostly on top with the name of the DVD and on the other two sides bearing 'security device enclosed' markers.

Sometimes they are easy to remove and a non-issue, but other times, inferior stickers make it hard to remove cleanly, leaving finger print or blade marks (which you use to pry it off), and sticker residues... you then have to take extra time to remove...

I hate them... after all they are shrinked-wrapped...a single seal would do. And that Security device Enclosed could easily be pasted on the shrinked wrap.

The DVD I opened last night (Millions R1 - 3 stickers) is one such DVD, which is the reason for this post... just venting my frustrations.

aldrinpsx · « **Reply #1 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 03:49 AM »

I simply used a cutter blade to cut the middle label/sticker to open newly bought dvds..its not that frustrating

peace!!!

barrid · « **Reply #2 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 04:33 AM »

I know someone who will remove the top sticker and stick it inside the case. But dump the security sticker. Mine, I carefully remove the security sticker, then open the case with enough force to tear the name sticker.

Result, most of my dvd still have the torn name sticker attached.

classicman · « **Reply #3 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 08:23 AM »

Quote from: aldrinpsx on Jun 13, 2006 at 03:49 AM

I simply used a cutter blade to cut the middle label/sticker to open newly bought dvds..its not that frustrating

peace!!!

same thing i do here

........on the contrary, i love to see DVDs in my collection that still have those stickers intact even after i have opened them, just food for the eyes

jas · « **Reply #4 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 08:58 AM »

When I started collecting DVDs I also totally removed all the stickers. But later on I realized it is better to just slice the stickers in the middle & retain them as such on the case.

xage · « **Reply #5 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 09:07 AM »

Quote from: aldrinpsx on Jun 13, 2006 at 03:49 AM

I simply used a cutter blade to cut the middle label/sticker to open newly bought dvds..its not that frustrating

peace!!!

Quote from: classicman on Jun 13, 2006 at 08:23 AM

same thing i do here ........on the contrary, i love to see DVDs in my collection that still have those stickers intact even after i have opened them, just food for the eyes

Count me in too!..

jojitv · « **Reply #6 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 11:21 AM »

I guess it adds to the suspense.

I'm always excited whenever I get to open new DVDs

hemisphere · « **Reply #7 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 11:23 AM »

when i was just starting collecting, i always remove the white security seal and all shrinkwrap. after months of transaction with collectors, i learned from master benny this trick of cutting the white security seal and maintaining them. im not sure why i adapted it. then, i realize... it's a silent label saying .. "Hey! I'm Original!".

valuable practice for OOP seekers, you can tell right away if the item is indeed original.

daigoro · « **Reply #8 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 11:40 AM »

If i can remove the label sticker whole, i put it inside the case. If it tears, I throw it away. I used adhesive remover to remove the excess adhesive.
Security labels? i throw them away. No point in keeping them.

xage · « **Reply #9 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 11:43 AM »

Quote from: daigoro on Jun 13, 2006 at 11:40 AM

If i can remove the label sticker whole, i put it inside the case. If it tears, I throw it away. I used adhesive remover to remove the excess adhesive.
Security labels? i throw them away. No point in keeping them.

It is only recommended for "Amaray/Keepcase DVD", however it is another issue for Snapper Cases.

hemisphere · « **Reply #10 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 11:45 AM »

yes.. stickers on snapper cases sometimes damage the artwork during removal.

chinoh151 · « **Reply #11 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 12:13 PM »

I simply use a blade or my own finger nails, if I leave those blackish greyish marks from the stickers, I simply get scotch tape and try to take it off, it works.

kt · « **Reply #12 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 12:14 PM »

yup i agree it adds to the suspense with the new dvd! hehe but 1 thing i hate is when it leaves some of the sticky parts. 1 time sumabit yung plastic sleeve ng case..ayun pangit na...hehe

av_phile1 · « **Reply #13 on:** Jun 13, 2006 at 02:55 PM »

With the few R1 DVDs I have I just use a cutter to slice through the sticker seals. My only problem with some is after a while, umaangat yung stickers. So I just took out some.

techdude · « **Reply #14 on:** Jun 14, 2006 at 03:02 AM »

Thanks for all the tips. I tried Aldrin's cut it in the middle thing on my new Groundhog Day DVD and left the sticker on. It does looks cool...

Warner Snapper cases R3, has this white sticker that leave residues, and since it's on cardboard, I don't try to remove them na... I paste a piece on transparent tape over it, so that it will not be sticky... I also hate those WB logo stickers that they put on the plastic spine of a snapper case. I feel that given time, those might be dust magnets. I should be putting them in plastic bags soon...

jojitv · « **Reply #15 on:** Jun 15, 2006 at 06:02 PM »

Quote from: techdude on Jun 14, 2006 at 03:02 AM

I should be putting them in plastic bags soon...

Sir, try contacting ranran for plastic sleeves for DVDs.

riverfan · « **Reply #16 on:** Jun 16, 2006 at 08:40 AM »

See related thread, Removing smear from R1 security stickers

I also use a cutter to slice through the seal.

aldrinpsx · « **Reply #17 on:** Jun 16, 2006 at 09:03 AM »

Sample..click pix to enlarge.

peace!!!!

SPaCeMaN SPiFF · « **Reply #18 on:** Jun 16, 2006 at 09:40 AM »

i guess i am in the minority who hates them as well. LOL.

i see the point of the others tho... especially if you plan on selling them later on.

viper · « **Reply #19 on:** Jun 23, 2006 at 08:22 AM »

These stickers are proofs of originality!

otogi · « **Reply #20 on:** Jul 18, 2006 at 03:15 PM »

Me, I dont mind. Most of my DVDs are still with stickers.