How to make a perfect cut in the foam to the rifle case

[littlebear]

I used a jigsaw with a BOSCH T313AW saw blade for foam cutting.

 

[DmacD]

I used an electric carving knife ( the kind you would use on a turkey or pot roast) and drew a line with a magic marker on the blade where I wanted the depth to be. My wife wasn't happy, but it did a good job.

 

[littlebear]

Hi, I have also used an electric carving knife before, but got a better results with the jigsaw.

 

[ack]

Thanks for the info..

 

[littlebear]

Now I am ready to go to Africa, I just need a ticket now.

 

[Jeff75]

Now I am ready to go to Africa, I just need a ticket now.View attachment 298331

Good hunting! Is there an advantage to packing binos, rangefinder and spare optic in the rifle case? I've always stashed those in my carry-on in case the rifle case is delayed or pilfered.

 

[Brandon.Gleason]

I fit my case with a scalpel (11 blade) and a boning knife. Outlined the rifles in sharpie and cut roughly 1/4” inside the outline for a snug fit. I like the electric carving knife idea.

 

[Tra3]

I also use and electric carving knife and cut inside the line for a snug fit.

When flying, optics go in my carry on.
When driving in the USA, the rifle case looks like @littlebear

 

[littlebear]

Hi. I have made the cutting so it fits 5 different rifles, from a 6,5x57 to my .416 Rigby.

 

[steve white]

Hadn't thought of that! Going to get to work on mine!

 

[MT Griz]

I like the electric carving knife idea, but I did mine with a filet knife. I always have a couple extra foam inserts, so I can change up the complement depending on where I am going and what I might be hunting.