long gun case
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Hard Case
Pelican V800 Vault
Soft case, have T&K make you a custom soft case
My longest rifle overall is 50" though
Pelican V800 Vault
Soft case, have T&K make you a custom soft case
My longest rifle overall is 50" though
brcfo_outdoors
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The Armageddon Gear Precision Rifle Case is a soft case that comes comes in a 58" version and will hold your rifle no problem. I have one for each of my custom builds and they are some of the best American made quality/value for your money. Unless you are flying I would avoid hard cases.
marksman1941
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Why avoid hard cases? Aside from the annoyance of storage
Franko21
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I use a Nanuk 995 and then an Armageddon Gear M2010 soft case inside it. The soft case can be used on it's own but if you want to travel the soft case is a perfect fit inside the Nanuk so that it travels while protected by the hard case.
brcfo_outdoors
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Bulk and annoyance of storage as you mentioned, but that also translates to bulk and annoyance of transportation and space taken up in say the back of a vehicle. Weight is a factor, when they get too big but you want Pelican quality they really need the little wheels to make transportation easier. Soft cases often have pouches on the side so I typically store hardware, magazines, manuals, ammo boxes, etc specific to the rifle in each case. Hard cases can come with a variety of foam cuts which can be semi customizable, but if you change your rifle that can cause annoyances. Ones with just egg crate don't always keep the weapon centered or any other items from coming in contact with the rifle. Lastly, access as you can only get the rifle out of the hard case when it is laying flat so you can open all the latches and have enough clearance to open the lid. With a soft case like the Armageddon gear one you can slide it into the bed of the truck and unzip the back to pull the rifle out even if you have a tonneau cover which is handy when hunting. Ultimately, a quality soft case offers plenty of protection with a lot more convenience and useability.
Again, if you are flying and need it then sure, but even then I would rather put the soft case in a hard case as mentioned above.
bonie
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I use an SKB Double1/2 the width of the pelican but twice as thick has wheels and built tough. I have used them for my bows for 45 years never and issue. finally bought 1 for my rifles a few years back. love it.
My new50 BMG is 58" long so I'm limuted on cases. I'm considering this one:https://www.creedmoorsports.com/pro...-or-60-inch-rifle-case/creedmoor_sports_brand
If you are looking for a premium soft case, look at Champion's Choice deluxe soft case 58". Many F Open guys use these to protect their investments. The padding and fit is amazing. Well made and handle long scopes w/ sunshades.
The price is hard to beat. Shipping can be high on any of these long cases.
The price is hard to beat. Shipping can be high on any of these long cases.
Rick Richard
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Midway USA for a great soft case. Can be had in various lengths up to 56".
MidwayUSA Sniper Drag Bag Tactical Rifle Case
Darryle, Is this T and K Hunting ? They will make a custom soft case ?
Yes, they offered a 52" at one time, I sent an email query and they said they could build me whatever I wanted. I ended up buying a 52" T&K from a member over at RS.
