Guster
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Looking for recommendations on airline approved gun cases
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Lots of them out there. SKB and Pelican are two of the most popular and durable. Just make sure whichever model you choose either has integrated locks or a way to lock it with a normal padlock of some kind.
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https://www.africahunting.com/threads/two-gun-case-recommendations.34575/page-5#post-356304
https://www.africahunting.com/threads/pelican-case-vs-kalispell.33708/
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- Firearms must be unloaded and locked in a hard-sided container and transported as checked baggage only. Only the passenger should retain the key or combination to the lock
- Firearm parts, including magazines, clips, bolts and firing pins, are prohibited in carry-on baggage, but may be transported in checked baggage.
Oh ya, each airline may have its own restrictions. Size/dimensions, etc.
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Here is something to take into consideration: https://www.africahunting.com/threads/so-they-want-a-lock-in-each-hole.39058/page-2#post-368136
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This has been hashed over here a few times 
There are many cases that may be approved but I would not trust some of them for this. Tuf Pak and Pelican seem to always be the most popular among travelers. For the simple flat, hinged lid type, Pelican has been around a long time and is usually the one against which other similar designs are judged.
I always take just one bolt rifle (Win 70-98 Mauser type). I take it down and use the Pelican 1700 short case. I use the full thickness foam that is available from Pelican and cut out the holding cells for each "half" of the rifle. This case is handy, short, has wheels and can be carried like a big brief case if needed. There are two holes for locks- I've always used two locks so that resolves the issue of having to fill all holes with locks. The shortness of this case is easier for everyone to handle and is inherently stronger and more rigid than the longer cases. Never had an issue with this case for intl travel. I "witness mark" each action screw head location at correct "tightness" with a white marker. Correct tool (either torque/star head or hex head) is taped to the inside of the case. Simply re-assemble rifle upon arrival in camp and shoot to verify zero- never an issue. I also put a simple cleaning kit and rod in case. Never an issue with those items.
Case I use. Pictured inside is the notice that TSA/ leaves inside when they inspect. I attach a strong ID tag on the outside and a copy of the picture page of my passport and copy of 4457 on the inside.
There are many cases that may be approved but I would not trust some of them for this. Tuf Pak and Pelican seem to always be the most popular among travelers. For the simple flat, hinged lid type, Pelican has been around a long time and is usually the one against which other similar designs are judged.I always take just one bolt rifle (Win 70-98 Mauser type). I take it down and use the Pelican 1700 short case. I use the full thickness foam that is available from Pelican and cut out the holding cells for each "half" of the rifle. This case is handy, short, has wheels and can be carried like a big brief case if needed. There are two holes for locks- I've always used two locks so that resolves the issue of having to fill all holes with locks. The shortness of this case is easier for everyone to handle and is inherently stronger and more rigid than the longer cases. Never had an issue with this case for intl travel. I "witness mark" each action screw head location at correct "tightness" with a white marker. Correct tool (either torque/star head or hex head) is taped to the inside of the case. Simply re-assemble rifle upon arrival in camp and shoot to verify zero- never an issue. I also put a simple cleaning kit and rod in case. Never an issue with those items.
Case I use. Pictured inside is the notice that TSA/ leaves inside when they inspect. I attach a strong ID tag on the outside and a copy of the picture page of my passport and copy of 4457 on the inside.
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Tuffpak.
I have been on safari with one and traveled in the US. GFEAT for being able to stash LOTS of extra gear. They don't weigh much so you aren't wasting your baggage allowance.
Check out their video.
We have been selling them for @ a year now - Zero complaints!
Feel free to call or write if you want to pick my brain more...
I have been on safari with one and traveled in the US. GFEAT for being able to stash LOTS of extra gear. They don't weigh much so you aren't wasting your baggage allowance.
Check out their video.
We have been selling them for @ a year now - Zero complaints!
Feel free to call or write if you want to pick my brain more...
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I can't comment on the Tuffpack. I have used the Pelican they work very well.
You can and do on domestic flights. International regs is where you get into 11 pounds and a locked ammo case.
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From this chair, I don't want a humongous case that weighs a ton to start out with and one that's easily damaged (those huge aluminum steamer trunk units). I use the SKB referenced below. multiple trips and no problems. Two rifles, cleaning rods & stuff, bipods, spare parts, leatherman, and whatever else I can jam in it to make the weight limit, usually 50 lbs.
https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Large-Do...8&qid=1502033987&sr=8-3&keywords=skb+gun+case
https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Large-Do...8&qid=1502033987&sr=8-3&keywords=skb+gun+case
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Big fan of my skb bow and rifle case. 4 trips now not one problem yet plus all the in states flights also with no problems or damage.
There is many good one to pick from all talked about on this thread will work.
There is many good one to pick from all talked about on this thread will work.
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- https://www.tsa.gov/travel/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition
- Ammunition is prohibited in carry-on baggage, but may be transported in checked baggage.
- Firearm magazines and ammunition clips, whether loaded or empty, must be securely boxed or included within a hard-sided case containing an unloaded firearm. Read the requirements governing the transport of ammunition in checked baggage as defined by 49 CFR 175.10 (a)(8).
- Small arms ammunition, including ammunition not exceeding .75 caliber and shotgun shells of any gauge, may be carried in the same hard-sided case as the firearm.
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I use a 2 rifle SKB, Very Sturdy
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