Storing a Game Used Uniform

[MVSNYC]

I recently acquired a full game used uniform (jersey & pants). It's modern, so not old heavy wool flannel. It's valuable, so I do want to care for it and store it properly. Can anyone offer any advice on how to properly store it? I don't plan on displaying it, rather I'd like to keep it safely stored away, but may pull it out every so often to look at (or share with guests).

So, do I put it in a large sealed bag (or oversized ziploc), then put in a box (like those substantial boxes women keep wedding dresses in)?

Is there any moisture precautions to take, like those dry-packets used in safes, etc?

Thanks!

[Jim65]

Invest in a acid free garment bag, one that breathes so it doesn't trap moisture inside and promote mold or mildew.

[RedsFan1941]

probably want to wait 3 months to see if you decide to keep it.

[MVSNYC]

Funny Ronnie. This one is a keeper.


Thanks James. Then it would just hang, or go into a box?

[Jim65]

Originally Posted by MVSNYC

Funny Ronnie. This one is a keeper.


Thanks James. Then it would just hang, or go into a box?

I hang mine on acid free padded hangers. Never use wood, the acid in the wood will eventually react with the jersey. If you store in a box, use acid free tissue to line the folds.

[Runscott]

If it's modern, this is no big deal - fold it up and put it in a drawer. That's easy for me to say, as I have a 'collectibles' drawer and one is 'fabric items only', but if you have ever had clothing moths in your home and flannel uniforms to worry about, you don't worry much about modern uniforms.

I had so many flannels at one time that when clothing moths showed up and I couldn't get rid of the moths, I sold my entire uniform collection. Just too much to worry about.

[ajenks3378]

Originally Posted by Jim65

Invest in a acid free garment bag, one that breathes so it doesn't trap moisture inside and promote mold or mildew.

Agree with this...so who is it ...who did you buy?

[conor912]

Yeah, I would avoid an airtight bag....fabric needs to breath.