When I go to the range I have padded pistol cases inside a tool box. I trigger lock the pistols put them into the padded cases and then squeeze them into a big tool box and lock it with a pad lock. What do you guys use? Is there a better way of transporting 10+ toys? I was at a range a couple of months ago and I had to leave to get home so as I was walking off the range a guy had a neat carry case. It was kind of like a tool box with 2 drawers in it. On the bottom drawer was dividers that would hold 6 pistols upright, you pulled out the drawer and selected the one you want. On the top drawer was foam cut to bigger revolvers and laid flat. On the top was the various tools etc. Kind of thought it was neat.
What do you use to transport Pistols?
- Thread starter hunter64
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I had been looking around for cases a while ago. I found a locking metal tool box at Canadian Tire for $20. It looks like a small briefcase that has 2 latches on the front that lock. It looks very sturdy as it is all metal. I just added some foam to the interior and it works great.
When I go to the range I put my Para SSP and Ruger MkII Target in it with trigger locks and lock the latches. My Sig is trigger locked and transported in the plastic case it came in and the case is locked with 2 padlocks, everything else goes into a range bag and everything than goes into the trunk of my car.
When I go to the range I put my Para SSP and Ruger MkII Target in it with trigger locks and lock the latches. My Sig is trigger locked and transported in the plastic case it came in and the case is locked with 2 padlocks, everything else goes into a range bag and everything than goes into the trunk of my car.
- Location
- Halifax - NS
Anytime I have a lot of pistols to transport, (ie. Gunshows)
I use a hard sided rifle case - usually holds 10+
I use a hard sided rifle case - usually holds 10+
Hunter, I believe the case u are describing is one made by Pachmayr some years ago. You can still find them on eBay from time to time, but it appears to be easily constructed if you are so inclined and have the time. It held 6 pistols(3 facing fwd, 3 rear) and had another compartment for ammo etc. They were around $100 back then but u will find them occasionally, for a lot less.. Personally, I use a double sided aluminum case which easily holds 4 and is readily accessible from either side, but for larger numbers of toys, u may have to listen to the others for their ideas..
Cheers
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- Location
- WMU248 near Edmonton
I just stick them down the back of my pants
Actually I just bought a 2 padded lockable handgun case, before I would place each handgun (locked with a cable lock or trigger lock) inside a gunsock/padded carrier. These were then all tucked inside an ammocan that had a lock on it. Ammo went into another ammocan and locked seperately. Not a lot of room in the ammocan with 2 pistols in it and the padded case is much better.
I like the ideal of a toolbox like case that the pistols are stood up and seperated by padded dividers.
Actually I just bought a 2 padded lockable handgun case, before I would place each handgun (locked with a cable lock or trigger lock) inside a gunsock/padded carrier. These were then all tucked inside an ammocan that had a lock on it. Ammo went into another ammocan and locked seperately. Not a lot of room in the ammocan with 2 pistols in it and the padded case is much better.
I like the ideal of a toolbox like case that the pistols are stood up and seperated by padded dividers.
I have a couple of Silhouette sized hard plastic pistol cases, a couple of 4 gun pistol cases, and I use a double scoped rifle case or two when it's 22 day at the range. - dan
I use a Green Mountain range bag. It has individual compartments for 4 handguns, 10 mags, a divider for the main portion of the bag, zippered end pouches, etc. Its got plenty of room for ammo, muff's, safety glasses, targets, stapler, etc and its lockable.
- Location
- Southern Ontario
Yeah, and when it gets broken into & your guns stolen you'll be charged with "unsafe transportation"....
I transport my handguns in whatever is handy as long as it is lockable and very securely lockable (i.e. hard to pry open). I transport with a combo trigger or action lock on them as well. And lastly, call me crazy, but I visit Harbour Freight in Buffalo every time I am down there and they usually seem to have a sale on their home brand of combo safes. I wouldn't store the queen's jewels in them, but they add one more layer of 'gotta get thru' to get to my guns. So I have TWO small safes bolted into the back of my van. Great for storing the GPS, etc., overnight when not carrying guns, but when carrying handguns I put the guns in one and the ammo in another. If they charge me with unsafe storage I know I will beat the rap as I defy them to show me a safer means of transport. And on top of that, I don't have to worry about transport interstate as I know they are well and truly locked up. Sure it takes me two minutes to unpack them, but so what? If I am stopping for the night I can even leave them in the car overnight without too much worry; although I do n't do that... I remove the lockable case from the safe and take it in with me.
And BTW, I buy gun cases that do not SCREAM "guns in here" when buying a case.
When transporting a long gun or two I overkill as well with a trigger lock or action lock or I remove the bolt and lock it up seperately. I chain the case to the rear seat of the car with one of those special 'Krypton" wire locks that takes a torch to open. Granted the thief could also take the back seat of the car but at that point have I met the standard for "safe storage"? I would simply ask what I could do to transport in a safer manner... I don't believe short of a perimeter that is hardened (i.e. a Brinks armoured van) there is anything safer.
Spend the few bucks. Transport with peace of mind. At least that's my humble opinion and that's what I do. The LEO's that I have discussed this with in the states shake their heads and smile. Most of their stops simple toss the gun into the trunk. No locks. No lockable case. A plastic fishing tackle box and oily rag is the norm it seems. While smiling - they applaud me on the level of safety. It is going to be awfully tough for some kid to wreak havoc with a gun that they have stolen from me as they will have a heck of a time stealing the gun, have to spend additional time locating and stealing the magazine(s) and have to find ammo for the gun (not tough to do on the street I am told). And I travel with complete peace of mind.
My home setup is similar except the safe is a half ton and the home has a ULC alarm system and a dog.
I sleep well knowing that on inspection at any time of the day or night I have my guns stored as safely as they can be..... yet accessible.
Of note to consider - Something I hadn't thought about until I took the RPAL course after having owned firearms for years...
My instructor came up with what I thought was a great suggestion, in compliance with the "C" in ACTS...
ALWAYS keep the handguns oriented in the same direction in the case, and put a small arrow on the exterior indicating muzzle direction. This way, when you get to the range, you will be keeping your firearms downrange, instead of sweeping bystanders, as you load / unload the carrying case.
I thought it was an interesting point - I mean we all know that OUR handguns are unloaded when we get to the range, but it sure pisses me off when my neighbour at the next booth points his pistol in my direction while pulling it out of whatever container and fiddles around trying to find the right key for his trigger lock.
... For your consideration...
Cheers,
Neal
My instructor came up with what I thought was a great suggestion, in compliance with the "C" in ACTS...
ALWAYS keep the handguns oriented in the same direction in the case, and put a small arrow on the exterior indicating muzzle direction. This way, when you get to the range, you will be keeping your firearms downrange, instead of sweeping bystanders, as you load / unload the carrying case.
I thought it was an interesting point - I mean we all know that OUR handguns are unloaded when we get to the range, but it sure pisses me off when my neighbour at the next booth points his pistol in my direction while pulling it out of whatever container and fiddles around trying to find the right key for his trigger lock.
... For your consideration...
Cheers,
Neal
