Soft Case

Soft Case

Choosing the Best Gun Case

The choice of gun cases is enormous. A gun case can be found at any sport goods store as well as online but it is very important to choose a case for your precious gun very carefully. There is a great difference in quality, durability and level of protection a case provides to your fine piece of weaponry. The overall performance of the gun as well as its durability greatly depends on the type of case the gun is stored in and carried around. Rushing when shopping a case for your precious gun therefore is not an option.

Style, shape, color and design of a gun case are very important because they reveal the fine piece of weaponry you carry in it as well as you taste in aesthetic but do not affect the safety of the gun as much as the materials from which the case is made and quality of manufacture. Gun cases can be roughly divided into two groups: hard and soft cases. Hard gun cases are characterized by sturdy exterior made either from wood, plastic or aluminum and inner padding with high density foam absorbing shock in case of accidents as well as the "brutality" of the airline luggage transfer. Quality hard cases commonly also include various extra features such as combination lock, a shoulder strap, extra storage for other items, and are resistant to water and unfavorable weather conditions which makes them appropriate both for storing and carrying your fine piece of weaponry around. Hard cases made of plastic are the most inexpensive option of a hand gun case but are also less durable and do not withstand as much pressure as aluminum and wood cases. Plastic case provides adequate protection to your gun if traveling by car but hardly survives the airline luggage systems. If traveling by airplane frequently you are highly recommended to leave your gun at home if your case is made from plastic as well as if having a soft case made from canvas, vinyl or leather.

Several renowned gun magazines claim that their tests revealed that cases made of wood with leather or canvas covering are actually better than cases made of metal but many gun owners remain skeptical, especially those who travel by airplane frequently.

Where can I get a good soft cello case in London & what make is best? Thanks?

I want to buy a 'soft' cello case for a full size cello. I want one that will protect the cello when transporting it on the Tube etc Can you recommend a make and where to get it in London? Thanks

Go into a music shop they could have some spare.