I've been talking with other collectors recently about how they view and store their strikes. They suggested I share my method, so here goes...

First, I wanted to see my full collection of $10 strikes (currently about 800) without having to page through albums or paw through strike trays. Second, I'm anal enough to want them arranged in alphabetical order by casino name, and by design within casino. Third, I wanted an easy way to add new strikes without unnecessary complications.

With all that in mind, I decided to put my minimal woodworking skills to work. I bought a bunch of 3/4" oak quarter round (pine would work as well). Most every Home Depot will carry it.

Next, I cut it into 24" and 36" lengths. Then I used my router to create a 1/4" wide by 1/8" deep channel on one of the flat sides leaving a small amount solid at each end. I sanded them then drilled holes for two screws and mounted the lengths of wood on the drywall.

I placed my strikes in the channel standing on edge and left gaps between casinos for expansion. The solid piece at each end keeps them from rolling off.

The "original equipment" strike capsule fits perfectly in the 1/4" channel; if you use the airtight capsules with foam inserts, a 5/8" channel is necessary. I can easily fit 18 strikes in the 36" length and 12 in the 24" length.

It is almost easier to do than to explain.

Displaying the strikes this way works well for me; it is super-easy to add new strikes and I love seeing them on the wall. It is almost like having silver strike wallpaper. This picture shows a close-up of how the strikes sit in the channel. The picture accompanying the following message gives some idea of how the wall looks.

E-mail me if you have any questions. I'll do my best to answer them.