Here is a technique I have been using for a while with a 100% success rate to post carded figures with fragile bubbles, eg ones that are yellowing or very thin like Return of the Jedi figures. This should help stop bubbles from cracking while in the post.
Many people put cardboard, cling film or bubble wrap around bubbles to help protect them as the figure rattles around inside during shipping. But in my opinion a much better way is to put an elastic band around the bubble. Obviously it needs to be the correct size - it must be loose enough not to apply any pressure on the bubble, but tight enough to grip the bubble.
I believe this method is very effective as it acts as a shock absorber. While cardboard or cling film might stop a cracked figure from escaping the bubble, it is unlikely to stop a bubble cracking as the damage occurs from the inside. However I believe this technique will absorb such impacts and prevent bubbles from cracking.
As you can see in the below picture, the elastic band is securely around the bubble without causing any damage, and as it grips around the head, hands and feet, it will help prevent those parts from bursting through the bubble should an impact occur.
Note: this will only work on bubbles without stems.
Many people put cardboard, cling film or bubble wrap around bubbles to help protect them as the figure rattles around inside during shipping. But in my opinion a much better way is to put an elastic band around the bubble. Obviously it needs to be the correct size - it must be loose enough not to apply any pressure on the bubble, but tight enough to grip the bubble.
I believe this method is very effective as it acts as a shock absorber. While cardboard or cling film might stop a cracked figure from escaping the bubble, it is unlikely to stop a bubble cracking as the damage occurs from the inside. However I believe this technique will absorb such impacts and prevent bubbles from cracking.
As you can see in the below picture, the elastic band is securely around the bubble without causing any damage, and as it grips around the head, hands and feet, it will help prevent those parts from bursting through the bubble should an impact occur.
Note: this will only work on bubbles without stems.