Helias_Tancred Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I'm at the point where I've accumulated enough GW 40K items that a plastic baggie is no longer getting it done as my bit box. So who's got the best bit box, and what is it? A tackle box for fisherman? A box for screws and stuff from a hardware store? I want a box where I can separate out my bits into categories- chest, legs, pistol, melee weapons, rifles, backpacks, jump packs, etc. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 Mine are all separated out like that but in plastic take away tubs. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941564 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tellos05 Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 A box for screws & stuff does me can be a pain though when the bit you want is at the bottom. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941567 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurth Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 For 40K and similar games, I keep loose parts for figures in a set of screw drawers like these: http://www.tramikisupplies.co.uk/ekmps/shops/tramikisupplies/images/c4-19-x-drawer-wall-organiser-cabinet-for-nuts-bolts-screws-etc-132046-451-p.jpg Complete sprues that still contain a lot of parts (or big ones), I keep in a Land Raider box, together with loose parts for vehicles. You could use multiple boxes to keep things organised — one for Space Marines, one for Orks, etc. — or just throw everything into a single box, depending on your preference, available room, etc. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdT Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I used plastic bags for ages, but eventually it got a bit ridiculous; then my girlfriend got some plastic drawers from Muji to store her makeup, and I realised I could do the same! They're absolutely brilliant, save a lot of space and everything is nicely categorised in little boxes, which makes it a hell of a lot easier to find what I'm looking for; plus I don't lose anything from bags splitting. Well worth investigating. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941580 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlson793 Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I had the good fortune when I moved into my aunt's old house of finding a craft/shop drawer unit. 4x4 drawers, each 1"x1"x3" with 2 dividers per drawer. A quick label and my bits have a nice place to sit with their similar buddies. ...now if only I could find a similar set-up for all the larger bits/still-on-sprues/boxes. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941584 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacinda Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 A baggie? Just one? I have used the parts trays or tackle boxes like you see fly fishing lures kept in but some bits are always too large. The same for those stand up nut and screw bins. Spare Daemon Prince Wings just wont fit in those. What I have now (and I like it so far) is a nested system. Bits go into small bags according to what they are. All the left over heads go in one, pistol arms in another, etc. Those go into larger quart sized bags with one unit type per bag. Those are then put into a large model box according to the army which are usually the Battalion force boxes. Finally, those boxes are kept in a file cabnet along with any molds, special bases or what not that were used when building the army. That's most of the stuff at least. My Sisters of Battle are kept in a small tuperware type box that you would use to pack a sandwich for lunch with. Ths is lined with foam and keeps the few metal models safe and snug. The rubber molds, cast bases, wax stamps and other things related to the army have their own storage bin but I actually have very little in the way of SoB left overs. Its going to be that way with full metal models. I don't bother keeping the vehicle icons since I just make more as I need them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941598 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucio Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I use these as bits dtorage as it makes it easy to seperate out different body parts. They're also large enough to hold partially completed miniatures if you want to take a few projects on the go Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Mehman Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 Plano offers a great bitz box. They are used for tackle, screws, or anything really. I guess they didn't know what the best use for them is. Anyway, they come in clear, non-pourous plastic that won't damage your bitz over time (gaseous tinting and the like). They are ~4.80-15.00 USD. My wife gets mine usually at Wal-Mart. Also, Bass Pro Shops online carry them. For an alternative, buy some of their in-house brand and save some cash. From what I can tell, they are the same as anyone else's clear, plastic boxes. Here's a link to what I'm talking about: http://www.basspro.com/Plano-Double-Side-StowAway-Utility-Boxes/product/74077/ If you're worried that you can't get to the bitz on the bottom of the sections, build less or buy more boxes. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ovidius Incertus Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I use sewing/scrapbooking organization bins from Michael's craft store. They run about $9, but are often on sale for about $5. I have 4 of them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941647 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShinyRhino Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I use one of these: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Stack-On-39-Compartment-Storage-Cabinet-DS-39-12/100023878 Cheap, plenty of room, and so many bins to divide things into. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941678 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I used plastic bags for ages, but eventually it got a bit ridiculous; then my girlfriend got some plastic drawers from Muji to store her makeup, and I realised I could do the same! They're absolutely brilliant, save a lot of space and everything is nicely categorised in little boxes, which makes it a hell of a lot easier to find what I'm looking for; plus I don't lose anything from bags splitting. Well worth investigating. That looks like so much stuff. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941701 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted February 5, 2015 Author Share Posted February 5, 2015 Just awesome and so many good examples. Thanks!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3941799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
reckoning Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 An old, rotating spice rack. The wife got tired of it so I cleaned out the individual spice "tubes", marked them with masking tape then wrote labels on the tape. Does fine for what I need. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3943749 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slips Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 I just use the leftover plastic Tupperware from when we order Chinese food - after we clean them, naturally :p Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3944816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongou Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 I'm at the point where I've accumulated enough GW 40K items that a plastic baggie is no longer getting it done as my bit box. So who's got the best bit box, and what is it? A tackle box for fisherman? A box for screws and stuff from a hardware store? I want a box where I can separate out my bits into categories- chest, legs, pistol, melee weapons, rifles, backpacks, jump packs, etc. I use http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/161582005332 this to sort my bitz Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3944854 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaedes Nex Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Just keep all your bits in an old bathtub so you can swim in it from time to time. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3944879 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FashaTheDog Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Just keep all your bits in an old bathtub so you can swim in it from time to time. We have found the Scrooge McDuck of bitz. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3944888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongou Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Just keep all your bits in an old bathtub so you can swim in it from time to time. I imagine it'll be painful,especially with all the pointy bitz in 40k Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3944890 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Actually picked up two $6 tackle boxes from Wal Mart. They did the trick perfect for my paints and my bits! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3947254 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disruptor_fe404 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I mostly don't take things off sprues until I'm ready to use them, Though I do have a bitz box for all the parts where I've changed my mind on whether to use them. It's just one of the sectioned-off plastic containers that the old metal squads used to come in. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3947258 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyrox Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 This is what i use It has a hinge lid and 24 separate compartments Its a bit bigger than an A4 sheet of paper so great for it storage http://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/hobbycraft-plastic-35-cm-storage-box/570445-1000 Will take a pic of mine when i get home and post it up Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3947421 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I've got boxes and boxes of bits which I sometimes attempt to sift through but never seem to make a dent. It's one of my aims for this year to make an inroad into cleaning up and sorting out all my bits. Lol ... Wish me luck!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3949038 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I actually organized some of my bits last night! I'm so proud... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3949046 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aias Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I use one of these: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Stack-On-39-Compartment-Storage-Cabinet-DS-39-12/100023878 Cheap, plenty of room, and so many bins to divide things into. That's actually the exact thing I use to sort my bits. Give plenty of space to divide up the different types of parts (Marine arms, backpacks, special weapons, close combat weapons, Tau bits, drones), plus the larger bins at the bottom are great for storing the extra vehicle bits, although one of them got dedicated to exclusively bases. Never realized quite how many of the bloody things I accumulated... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/303083-bit-boxes/#findComment-3949108 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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