Tall John Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 For those of you that do a lot of traveling to events with a single gun case, for all four firearms (2p, 1s & 1r) what brand, model#, size do you recommend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OK Dirty Dan Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I use MidwayUSA’s three gun case: https://www.midwayusa.com/product/939599610?pid=599610 I’ve been very happy with it. One pistol each in the two large front pockets and then rifle and shotgun on either side of the main compartment. There are times I wish I had a hardsided case…but I haven’t been willing to spend the money when this one has worked well for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungadin Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Harbor Freight has a nice 2 gun hard case (Pelican knock-off) on sale for Black Friday. With our short long guns it may fit 2 revolvers. I tend to like something that doesn't scream 'I'm a gun, steal me' but it is hard with two, or more, long guns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Surgeon Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I have a pelican vault. Fits all 4 nice. I also cut it out to carry ammo as well but is to heavy to fly that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totes Magoats Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Pelican make a great case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reverend P. Babcock Chase Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Howdy Tall, Plus one for the Harbor Freight (I know, I don't like giving money to the Chinese either.). They can hold two long guns plus revolvers. They can take padlocks, have wheels and handles for dragging. The down sides are that they are heavy (strong) and have weird pull out foam pieces to customize the fit. Overall, for the price, I'm happy with them. I have two so I can carry my backups. Rev. Chase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall John Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 18 minutes ago, Totes Magoats said: Pelican make a great case. Do you know the model number or dimensions? I like this size as it isn't as long as some of the others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall John Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 9 minutes ago, Reverend P. Babcock Chase said: Howdy Tall, Plus one for the Harbor Freight (I know, I don't like giving money to the Chinese either.). They can hold two long guns plus revolvers. They can take padlocks, have wheels and handles for dragging. The down sides are that they are heavy (strong) and have weird pull out foam pieces to customize the fit. Overall, for the price, I'm happy with them. I have two so I can carry my backups. Rev. Chase Hey Rev, I like the price but would prefer a case that isn't so long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe, SASS #60708 Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 More Pelicans here for heavy travel. good luck, GJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Surgeon Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 20 minutes ago, Tall John said: Do you know the model number or dimensions? I like this size as it isn't as long as some of the others. Looks like the Pelican Vault V730. I have the V800. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totes Magoats Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 21 minutes ago, Tall John said: Do you know the model number or dimensions? I like this size as it isn't as long as some of the others. Mine is the V730 Vault from Pelican: DIMENSIONS (LWH | inches): Exterior 47.12 x 19.18 x 6.90 | Interior 44.00 x 16.00 x 6.25 - WEIGHT WITH FOAM: 22.07 Lbs (10 kg) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall John Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 Totes, I have the pistol version of this case and I really like it! At $199 it isn't much more expensive than the Harbor Freight case! Thanks Everyone....I just put this on my list for Santa! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totes Magoats Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Tall John said: At $199 it isn't much more expensive than the Harbor Freight case! If you are a veteran, Pelican offers military/veteran discounts!! Totes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Maverick Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I have the Plano unit from Amazon. It carries all 4 guns but like the others have said, it is heavy. It is only 42" long at 13 pounds. Just a little over $100. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B7SB486/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 TM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungadin Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Cowboys fly? $170 is normal price for the Harbor Freight. You can do much better if you watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Plano gun guard. I took out the pluck foam, cut a memory foam mattress topper to fit bottom & top, and one for middle. I put shotgun, rifle, pistol, layer of foam, then another rifle, shotgun pistol. They fit tight. Guns don’t move. Case is heavy, but has wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye Kid Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I have been using a Pelican 1750 with Kaizen foam inserts. 15 years of flighting, only one latch has broken. Pelican replaced for free. In Connecticut, Kaizen foam can be bought from Kaizen Source, Wallingford CT. 833-452-4936. You can bring your guns in and they will custom cut the foam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungadin Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I have a big old softball bag. SXS and two pistols in rugs with everything else can go in it. Rifle in a separate soft slip. Doesn't yell gun but it doesn't fly either. I have never had a problem with a Pelican and I have 3 or 4. You pay for quality. My problem with suitcases, range bags, etc etc is it always seems like there is a better solution but I haven't found it. For travel I have settled on a rollerboard that fits in the overhead and a briefcase that slips over the handle so I carry nothing...Just drag that rollerboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall John Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 1 hour ago, Hoss said: Plano gun guard. I took out the pluck foam, cut a memory foam mattress topper to fit bottom & top, and one for middle. I put shotgun, rifle, pistol, layer of foam, then another rifle, shotgun pistol. They fit tight. Guns don’t move. Case is heavy, but has wheels. What thickness Mattress topper did you go with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 22 minutes ago, Tall John said: What thickness Mattress topper did you go with? About 1” Memory foam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Itchy Trigger Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Personally, I like the MagPul Daka system. Allows frequent customization, fits a wide variety of hard gun cases, and holds guns in place well. I dislike cutting foam and always feel that I need to change something after it is cut. Replacement foam is ridiculously expensive as well. DAKA Grid Organizer - Magpul DAKA Rifle Case Grid Organizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seven Mile Tom Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 I use a hard sided golf club case that has wheels. I can easily get four long guns in it and a pair of pistols. When taking it into a hotel it looks like I just have golf clubs. I had to purchase some foam for padding and support for the guns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. M. BROWN, SASS # 27309 Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 SKB makes a good case. Been using one for all my travels to EOT and WR for years. skbcases.com JM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 10 hours ago, Hoss said: Plano gun guard. I took out the pluck foam, cut a memory foam mattress topper to fit bottom & top, and one for middle. I put shotgun, rifle, pistol, layer of foam, then another rifle, shotgun pistol. They fit tight. Guns don’t move. Case is heavy, but has wheels. This is what it looks like. I keep my guns in Borestores in the safe. They are very good protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horace Patootie, SASS #35798 Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 + 1 for Bore Stores Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 2 hours ago, J. M. BROWN, SASS # 27309 said: SKB makes a good case. Been using one for all my travels to EOT and WR for years. skbcases.com JM I have an SKB and a Pelican, each hold 4 guns. I like the SKB best, it’s easier to open and close. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 i dont travel by air so i seldom use my pelican cases - i do have them and highly recommend them , they store my guns in the off season under locks , i generally travel by my truck or the wifes motor home and i use a soft case , it holds two divided with cushion long guns that the side pouch is near full length and holds three revolvers comfortably , i arry ammo in separate bags as i have dedicated bags for all of that , i dont mind taking extra even tho ive seldom needed it , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Dan O'Shootem Posted November 19, 2023 Share Posted November 19, 2023 On 11/17/2023 at 10:07 PM, Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 said: I have an SKB and a Pelican, each hold 4 guns. I like the SKB best, it’s easier to open and close. Randy I have a SKB it holds 4 long guns and 4 pistols, it's heavy but has wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Collier Kid Posted November 20, 2023 Share Posted November 20, 2023 I've seen some guitar case rigs that I wouldn't mind having. I've got one on my amazon wishlist hoping it will go on sale some day. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RQC8WJ5/?colid=1X8U3KVKX2V57&coliid=I1L52ADV1ZWHLC&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_pab&th=1&psc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungadin Posted November 20, 2023 Share Posted November 20, 2023 I like that Guitar case. It does the job and doesn't scream 'break into my car and steel $4000 in guns. A good acoustic guitar is $150? I think that is what I paid for a used Yamaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted November 21, 2023 Share Posted November 21, 2023 On 11/17/2023 at 7:23 PM, J. M. BROWN, SASS # 27309 said: SKB makes a good case. Been using one for all my travels to EOT and WR for years. skbcases.com JM Bought one for travel to Alaska! It traveled VERY well! Hugs! Scarlett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hashknife Cowboy Posted November 21, 2023 Share Posted November 21, 2023 Pelican. Absolutely the best if it fits within your budget. For hunting and flying I prefer a 2 rifle case, which also holds knives, binos, ammo, handgun and rifle. This also works very well for CAS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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