What case do you use for your AR?
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Bolivar
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STORAGE OF RESTRICTED FIREARMS
6. An individual may store a restricted firearm only if
(a) it is unloaded;
(b) it is
(i) rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device and stored in a container, receptacle or room that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into,
I don't believe there is any definition of readily broken open or into. If a soft case is good for transport, it should be good for storage, IMO
6. An individual may store a restricted firearm only if
(a) it is unloaded;
(b) it is
(i) rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device and stored in a container, receptacle or room that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into,
I don't believe there is any definition of readily broken open or into. If a soft case is good for transport, it should be good for storage, IMO
Bolivar
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
I know it's pain. Actually, I believe the law is non-specific on purpose. That way there is less argument about "well my idea works the same, how come it's not approved" and other issues that the bureaucrats don't want to deal with.
As far as easily broken into, short of a safe or concrete room with security door, a determined person can get into any storage system pretty easily with a few tools.
I believe the intent to prevent un-authorized access to firearms by kids and in the heat of a dispute. Maybe try checking on the General Firearms Forum or Legalese. A search here will likely turn up lots of opinion ....... and maybe some facts.
You could also call the RCMP, but there is no guarantee that you will get to talk to someone who is knowledgeable about storage requirements. There are of course lots of knowledgeable people there....you just might not be able to talk to them.
Or look at it this way. A locked soft case can be broken into with a knife, box cutter or scissors. A hard plastic case can be broken into with a dremel tool or hacksaw, maybe even a pin punch and a hammer. So can a metal case. In reality, the soft case provides about the same protection from unauthorized access.
As far as easily broken into, short of a safe or concrete room with security door, a determined person can get into any storage system pretty easily with a few tools.
I believe the intent to prevent un-authorized access to firearms by kids and in the heat of a dispute. Maybe try checking on the General Firearms Forum or Legalese. A search here will likely turn up lots of opinion ....... and maybe some facts.
You could also call the RCMP, but there is no guarantee that you will get to talk to someone who is knowledgeable about storage requirements. There are of course lots of knowledgeable people there....you just might not be able to talk to them.
Or look at it this way. A locked soft case can be broken into with a knife, box cutter or scissors. A hard plastic case can be broken into with a dremel tool or hacksaw, maybe even a pin punch and a hammer. So can a metal case. In reality, the soft case provides about the same protection from unauthorized access.
A surprising amount ought to be ..
...: the soft-sided, lockable pistol cases on the market seem to bear that point out...That said, the Bass Pro soft-side Redhead cases I mentioned cannot lock well at all
, and so I trigger-lock inside 'em....
I am torn between a Vanguard case:
http://www.vanguardworld.com/index.php/en/os/products/hunting-outdoor/detail-2-17-74-320.html
and a Mezzi Case:
https://www.mezzi.com/Black-Rifle-Cases/MEZZI-53-In--Black-Rifle-Case/
Leaning towards the Mezzi case
They seem easier to find and can order straight from the website.
http://www.vanguardworld.com/index.php/en/os/products/hunting-outdoor/detail-2-17-74-320.html
and a Mezzi Case:
https://www.mezzi.com/Black-Rifle-Cases/MEZZI-53-In--Black-Rifle-Case/
Leaning towards the Mezzi case
They seem easier to find and can order straight from the website.
I use the Pelican case also. I think it's the 1720 model. As was mentioned before, it is nice to be able to put all the accessories in it. For me, there's less chance of forgetting something at home.
I look at it like you spend good money on the guns, why cheap out on the case.
Just my.02
I look at it like you spend good money on the guns, why cheap out on the case.
Just my.02
+1
I own cases from blackhawk and 2 cases from Uncle mikes, a few other brands i don't know the companies from though!
I agree. I do a lot of winter shooting so I like my Drop Zone cold weather carbine case. It is a soft case and I am told it wicks condensation away from the gun.
I have hard cases for my longer rifles but those have left lots of "evidence" on my walls in the form of dents and scratches. I don't mind my rifle looking like its been through hard use but I want to keep my walls looking nice.
I just ordered the 36'' soft padded weapons case from VooDoo Tactical. And Naoh has the condor version which is almost identical. Look at it at Fabsports website and you can see good pics or hit up you tube for the video. They hold two rifles two handguns lots of storage in a small case. They also look more inconspicuous than your usual gun case.... unless you get camo of course.
madeinthesheets
Regular
- Location
- East of Toronto
Heres my carrying case.
chrisward3
Regular
- Location
- Ottawa, ON
I use pelican cases for all my guns!
Two of my AR's:
18" SPR in Pelican 1700:
10.5" in Pelican 1600 on lower level, with the upper level used for 2 or more handguns with 15 mags:
Two of my AR's:
18" SPR in Pelican 1700:
10.5" in Pelican 1600 on lower level, with the upper level used for 2 or more handguns with 15 mags:
Heres my carrying case.
Is this case you use locakable ? If in fact it is what you use for storage and or transport of your restricted firearms.....
