Dragon Shield | Standard Size Card Matte Sleeves | 100 CT - Smooth & Tough Premium TCG Sleeves | Compatible with Pokemon, Flesh & Blood, One Piece & Magic The Gathering | Blood Red - Matte

Recently bought these sleeves for double sleeving my modern mtg deck but had heard a few things about dragon shields being frustrating and difficult to sleeve doubley (is that a word?), and I wanted to address some of those complaints given my experience with these, because I've found a few work-arounds and noticed some things that I wish I knew going into the sleeving process that make it super do-able and can help you enjoy the best sleeves on the market as well as the added security of double sleeving. Here are some hacks that I worked out in my sleeving process.... (using KMC Perfect Size for the inner sleeves)1. Use a hard surface to press the sleeved card into the second sleeve - so the most common issue I had was when pushing the sleeved card into the second sleeve, my pressing would force the card to slide out of the inner sleeve and into the bottom part of the second sleeve without being covered anymore. So at the top of the final double sleeved card now there would be a floppy, empty inner sleeve that you couldn't force into the Dragon Shield sleeve because it wasn't holding a solid card anymore. On way to fix this was to flip the card over when it was half way through the second sleeve and use a table or something to push it evenly through the second sleeve. This is way harder to describe in type than it is to show, but if you figure this out it will make life a little easier for sleeving.2. KMC inner sleeves are NOT that consistent - This was a massive revelation for me, if you have a particular card that is being super stubborn and keeps sliding out of the inner sleeve as you push it through the Dragon Shield, try using a different KMC inner sleeve. It's crazy how often this was the problem. In my testing the inconsistency was never once on the Dragon Shield side, but always always on KMC. I would say just buy extra inner sleeves so you can cull out all the janky oversized ones you find and maybe save those for cards you need to ship or decide to sleeve with more generous outer sleeves. I saved mine for Ultra Pro Eclipse, which are way easier to double sleeve but I don't like as much as Dragons.3. You can stretch the sleeves a little... kinda - I'm sure this isn't recommended by Dragon Shield or by super fastidious players who probably want an absolutely ideal seal on their sleeved cards, but I found that if you have an inner sleeve that absolutely WILL NOT go into an outer sleeve (to repeat I am positive the issue here is the KMC being randomly a little bigger than average and not Dragon Shield being smaller) I found that putting 2 or 3 unsleeved cards into the sleeve and pushing them all the way to the bottom, then taking them out, sufficiently stretches the Dragon Shield enough to slide a sleeved single card in later. I would work out a system where I would stuff 5 Dragon Shields with 3 basic lands and set them aside while I put inner sleeves on a few cards, then after a minute or two I took out the lands and then my sleeved cards would slide in much easier. Not so easy that I felt like I completely deformed the Dragon Shield sleeve, but about on par with an inner/outer sleeve pairing that happened to be randomly smooth and easy, because along the way you'll run into a lot of those as well.4. Sleeve as best you can, get air out, then sleeve again later - if you have a card/inner/outer sleeve combo that's just being super difficult and don't want to stuff the sleeve to stretch it, another way to stretch is to just double sleeve as best as you can, even if there is a little wind sock of inner sleeve still poking out of the top, and then smoosh the cards under a stack of books to force out the air for a few hours, then unsleeve and resleeve them again. Pushing the air out I find not only flattens the sleeved cards, but also makes the inner/outer sleeves a little more agreeable with one another. I put books on my fiished sleeves anyway to get that extra air out anyway, it makes the deck way smaller, flatter and less likely to tip over when stacked as a library.As a product review, I prefer Dragon Shield because they come in sets of 100 and have a really high quality relative to other brands I've used. It doesn't hurt that they also come in more interesting colors than other brands, and these new purple ones are pretty striking. They have an almost metallic sheen to them on the back, but still textured and nice. I really like them with a black deck personally. But again, hearing about the double sleeving issue was almost a deal-breaker for me because my preference is to always double up to protect from potential water damage, and if these sleeves were incompatible with that they would be useless to me.

Overall the card sleeve feel very durable. The shuffle on these feel really good and the cards slide together with just a light jostle. I also really like the color that I got as it's more the color I would prefer instead of just a basic red. When feeling one catch a corner on my hand they held up where my previous card backs would of been bent or creased, then leading into my shuffles would then be multiplied. I don't think this issue will persist with these new sleeves.Before purchasing I read a lot of reviews for different Dragonshield sleeve products. Of the two boxes I opened there were two sleeves that had very minor defects. One the bottom seal had a slightly raised section that was extremely ignorable and I still used it. The second was a very slight wave in the top right of the clear side of the sleeve. I excluded this one as I simply didn't want it to get caught during shuffle. So 2/200 had some noticable defect and this may have brought my review to a 4....if there wasn't 14 (2 in the first box and 12 in the second) extra between the boxes. This could end up swinging the other way and maybe you get under, or it might be intentional overage.To sum this up the color was perfect for me, the sleeves were very clean and fit all of my cards nicely. It shuffles immaculately and even though they were a bit more than my previous sleeves it seems worth the investment for the quality of life as functionally they work better in most aspects.

DragonShield is always top notch. Highly recommend. The color is absolutely fantastic on these in particular too and my cards fit great and are protected.

Dragon Shield sleeves never disappoint. The quality is exactly what you'd expect—durable, smooth shuffle feel, and excellent protection for your cards. At this price point, they're a great value for anyone serious about keeping their collection safe. Always a solid choice for both casual play and competitive games.

Dragon Shield - Matte Jet 100 sleeves are an absolute game-changer for my card collection! These sleeves offer superior protection and boast a stunning matte finish that enhances the visual appeal of my cards.The level of protection these sleeves provide is unmatched. My cards are shielded from scratches, spills, and general wear and tear. The sleeves fit snugly, ensuring that my cards stay in pristine condition, even with frequent use. I have full confidence in the durability and reliability of these sleeves.The matte finish is simply stunning. It not only adds a touch of elegance to my cards but also minimizes glare and reflections, allowing me to fully appreciate the artwork and details. The colors appear vibrant and true, enhancing the overall visual experience.The quality of the Dragon Shield brand is evident in these sleeves. They are made from high-quality materials that are designed to last. The edges are smooth and don't fray easily, providing an added level of durability.With the Matte Jet 100 pack, I have plenty of sleeves to protect a substantial portion of my collection. The pack offers great value for the price, making it an excellent investment for any card enthusiast.In conclusion, Dragon Shield - Matte Jet 100 sleeves are a must-have for card collectors. Their superior protection and stunning matte finish make them a top-notch choice. I highly recommend these sleeves to anyone looking to protect and showcase their prized cards. This five-star rating is well-deserved!

Dragon Shields are up there with Katanas as the best sleeves on the market. While I prefer the shuffle feel of Katanas, the selection of colors for Dragon Shields, as well as their quality make the difference almost negligible. You can't go wrong with them.

Build quality:Great sleeves