jars...

[neosporin]

I'm looking for these jars, they're similar to "candy jars" that are all glass and have a rubber seal. I was told they're "mason jars" but all of the mason jars i see look like plain old jelly jars. The ones I'm talking about have some little brackets or something on the side that come up and fold down onto the lid securely. I'm looking for about 6 or 7 small airtight ones. Anyone know what i'm talking about? thanks!

edit- found a pic of one on a photography site:

if anyone knows what they're called or where i can get them please let me know. Also, i'd like some suggestions on other containers i could use.

 

[Minjin]

LNT has them. Probably most stores that sell kitchen goods have them.

Mark

 

[Cougar Allen]

Yes, those are Mason jars. They come in a variety of sizes.

As for what else you could use, doesn't that depend on what you want to use them for?

 

[neosporin]

hmm, about the volume of a regular jelly jar and smaller. i've found a few of these jars but somewhat expensive and mostly too large... i'm looking at alternatives now and leaning toward regular babyfood jars... they just don't look as nice though, and kind of corny. oh well.

 

[jemelby]

Go to http://www.theingredientstore.com/generalstore/product_details/815.htm

They seem to have a ton of them in different sizes. Even a four gallon one (pictured)

 

[Cindy Denning]

Not as easy to find as they use to be. Last time I found them it was at Krogers. Perhaps Flea Markets on the weekends wouldn't be a waste of time.

 

[AKA Knife Knut]

Arts/Crafts stores sometimes carry them but it can be hit/miss finding ones of good quality there.

 

[Blue Jays]

Hi Neosporin-

What is your intended use of the jars? That will help guide responses for alternative storage suggestions.

~ Blue Jays ~

 

[PWork]

Flea markets are probably your best bet for standard sizes. I have seen small versions of the old Ball (greenish tint to the glass) masons that are about double the size of a baby food jar, but I don't remember where. Check the kitchen aisles of your local x-mart, or possibly craft stores.

Paul

 

[dyee]

If you can wait they are easier to find around Fall (jam maiking season).

 

[Sid Post]

Wide mouth Nalgene bottles perhaps? They are air tight and tough.

 

[neosporin]

i was trying to avoid the lectures that i've already gotten... they're for pipe tobacco.

 

[Blue Jays]

Hi Neosporin-

You've got your answer then...I'm sure an upscale tobacconist would be able to assist you with appropriate storage containers to keep the tobacco fresh and at the correct humidity levels.

~ Blue Jays ~