Case suggestions?

[badgreenbird]

I'm looking for a relatively small lockable hard case (suitable for air travel) to fit one (or possibly two) SxS shotguns, taken down. So maybe 30" long since the barrels are 26"

Any suggestions?

 

[brybenn]

Negrini

 

[257Wby]

Pelican case

 

[Todd Phooz]

Nanuk. Made in Canada.

 

[BigUglyMan]

I've got a couple of Pelicans. They would be my choice, but there is nothing wrong with Nanuk, I just haven't used one personally.

 

[Westward1]

Pelican case

I have a Negrini that fits perfectly inside my Pelican. When I get to my destination, the Pelican stays in the hotel room.

It’s very heavy but has wheels that make it easy to drag through the airport.

 

[badgreenbird]

Thanks, all

I'll check those out!

 

[Ol' Flinter]

There is a significant difference in the weight of the various brands that are "durable" enough for air travel. Don't skimp on durability or "lock-ability". My all-aluminum case seems to weigh a ton but has survived trips to Argentina and and many cross Canada flights. Just a thought.

 

[The Kurgan]

I have a few Pelican cases of varying sizes. They are durable, waterproof, and hard to beat.

 

[Longwalker]

I'd suggest Pelican or Nanuk, BUT they don't make the appropriate size for what you ( or I ) want. They make them too long. Their "takedown" case is 37" inside dimension. Much bigger and heavier than necessary. I'm still looking!

 

[badgreenbird]

I'd suggest Pelican or Nanuk, BUT they don't make the appropriate size for what you ( or I ) want. They make them too long. Their "takedown" case is 37" inside dimension. Much bigger and heavier than necessary. I'm still looking!

indeed... I noticed that when I checked the websites. The Negrini has better dimensions, but I'd like to see one in person before committing. And keeping my eyes open for other options.

 

[Longwalker]

What I did when I went to Namibia with a couple of take down rifles was something like this Pelican: Two layers held the two firearms perfectly with custom foam. And it was under the airline weight limit. And it looked like a suitcase.

Pelican 1615 Air Wheeled Check-In Large Case
As low as $287.95 SKU 1615Air-Series
Pelican 1615 Air Case with Wheels is up to 40% lighter than most polymer cases. Guaranteed for life. Maximum airline carry on size*
Interior Dimensions: 29.59 x 15.5 x 9.38 in.
Exterior Dimensions: 32.58 x 18.4 x 11.02 in.
Base & Lid Dimensions: Base: 7.38 in. | Lid: 2 in.
Empty Case Weight: 14.06 Lbs.
Wheels: Quiet Rolling Wheels & Extending Handle

 

[Longwalker]

So found some pictures of mine - not exactly what you need, but it may give you some ideas. It is an SKB case purchased and fitted in Saskatoon at Kaizen cases. The two layer system worked well.

 

[badgreenbird]

thanks - will check that out!

 

[brybenn]

I never had good luck with kaisan foam. It shapes well but inletting it was such a pain i gave up

 

[Longwalker]

I have not tried inletting Kaizen foam, but they did it for me, did a good job, and it cost a nominal $40 or so.