I've also had good success with the Foodsaver vaccum packer--until recently. My packer sucks (really no pun intended) but it doesn't always seal. I've also run out of the 8 inch bags, usually you only get a couple in the box from COSCO. I'd like to know two things: 1. Does anyone know where to get more 8 inch bags in the roll without buying the larger bags also? 2. Are there any better vaccum packers on the market? My neighbor has one and it also is on the fritz. Mine is 6 years old or so and I'm looking to buy a new one. Any suggestions would be most welcomed. I did a search and found several industrial packers, but they are $300-$500 and I have no idea if they are worth the extra mola. If I don't plan to eat my catch in a day or two, I vaccum pack all my fish, smoked fish, and eggs (in jars). Thanks for any suggestions.