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xxprince F'in 11th Joined Jun 2009 Posts 10816 EE 100% (59) MS, USA	Posted: 6/28/2018 11:43:08 PM EDT [#1] I need a few cases myself, I have a IM2720 I'm going to use for a 12" pistol, who's got the best prices on foam?
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77Bronc Member Joined Nov 2001 Posts 4712 EE 100% (135) LA, USA	Posted: 9/6/2018 2:42:55 AM EDT [#2] The best part about this thread is to see how the rifle types have changed over the years... In the beginning, CAR length uppers, short quad rails, the ERGO 93 butt stocks (I had two of them)....to the current 15" handguards with 16" barrels.... I have a pelican case from 1984, one well built case. 77

Deadsquiggles Joined May 2015 Posts 483 EE 95% (21) VA, USA	Posted: 9/14/2018 9:21:34 PM EDT [#3] Is my Seahorse allowed? Finally cut the foam for it today for my Mod 1 and G17.

taulce02 Joined Jan 2018 Posts 50 EE 100% (6) IN, USA	Posted: 9/14/2018 9:41:42 PM EDT [#4] My first attempt at cutting foam. This is not the finished product but I don't have a picture of it. After cutting it all out and making sure I was pleased, I sprayed it with black plasti dip. The foam is a lot more durable and looks a nice dark black.

Patrick303 Joined May 2017 Posts 124 EE 0% (0) CO, USA	Posted: 9/15/2018 11:21:03 AM EDT [#5] Nice job. Clean cuts. What did you use?

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Posted: 9/15/2018 3:43:06 PM EDT

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Originally Posted By Patrick303:
Nice job. Clean cuts. What did you use?

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I laid everything out on the foam to get an idea on how I wanted the layout to be. Afterwards I traced each piece on cardboard. I made sure to error on the inside of the piece being traced to ensure a snug fit. The next step involved simplifying the lines. I didn't want to follow each and every bump/curve. I cut out the cardboard and used push pins to attach it to the foam. I then used a cheap hot foam cutter I got off Amazon to trace the cardboard. The hot wire would easily cut the foam but not the cardboard. After testing the fit, I plasti dipped it all to extend the life of the foam. I learned a lot from my first attempt and i've gotten much better at if now that my friends have asked me to do the same for them. Simplifying the lines is one of the most important parts. As you can see in the bottom picture I tried to follow each and every contour of the magazines. The end result was sloppy. I now make a precise rectangle that the magazines will fit into. It is a much cleaner result. I'm working on building a jig that will hold a slightly interior tracing angle. Once that is built, I don't see this taking more than a few hours start to finish.

Jarem08 Prayer is inspiration and melody from Heaven Joined Nov 2016 Posts 1341 EE 100% (3) USA	Posted: 12/27/2018 1:18:50 AM EDT [#7] Have a flambu case. Wanting to improve the foam (egg shell right now). Been looking for foam to cut as pictured, but a thought occured, what about a pliable type rubber? Would rubber work? Would weigh more but may last longer. Thanks.
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Posted: 12/28/2018 5:16:19 PM EDT

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Requirements: 7 pistols and space for magazines, silencers, some ammo, mag loaders, dessicate.
Selection: Pelican Air 1605

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I decided to make the ends rounded, so I used a hole saw to drill thru the kaizen foam.

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All cut and layers glued together.

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Then a coat of Plastidip to make the foam more durable

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Cut the bottom one inch of foam out for some more magazine storage.

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Posted: 12/28/2018 5:16:44 PM EDT

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Final product.

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With a bit of cloth for cushion, I can get two full size handguns in each slot in the 69 position, so I can actually get 14+ in here. I decided to make the slots very large for this flexibility, but also because I'm in the market for a 6 inch revolver which will require the extra length.

This is very handy for range travel and will make for a good experience staying proficient with each, compared to dealing with several separate pistol bags.

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bkpkr Find a way. Through, around or over. Joined May 2007 Posts 28156 EE 100% (317) USA	Posted: 12/28/2018 7:14:16 PM EDT [Last Edit: bkpkr] [#10] Got a 1600 today to fit a broken down 14.5” and other stuff. The pluck-n-pull is ugly, but functional. Second layer, 6 30rd Pmags and plenty of extra real estate. May do a Glock set up in the future, or leave the room for more mags. Undecided for now.
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Andielouroo Better Call Saul! Joined Jun 2006 Posts 5234 EE 100% (62) NV, USA	Posted: 12/29/2018 2:48:28 AM EDT [#11] Attached File My first attempt at a custom cut case.

Silverww Joined Jan 2017 Posts 267 EE 100% (37) GA, USA	Posted: 6/12/2019 12:10:10 AM EDT [#12] Bump

Afvs28957 Joined Apr 2019 Posts 4 EE 0% (0) ME, USA	Posted: 6/12/2019 8:04:58 AM EDT [#13] What's the consensus on stickers?

azhrei Joined Apr 2017 Posts 42 EE 100% (1) CA, USA	Posted: 6/25/2019 5:01:01 PM EDT [Last Edit: azhrei] [#14] Stickerbomb cause why not

ZacSquatch Breaching your mom's mine-wire obstacle. Joined Mar 2010 Posts 7741 EE 100% (203) AK, USA	Posted: 7/20/2019 3:16:53 AM EDT [#15] Quote History Originally Posted By Afvs28957: What's the consensus on stickers? View Quote Not suggested for a case you may use for air travel.
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-Obsessed- Joined May 2017 Posts 230 EE 100% (65) IA, USA	Posted: 7/20/2019 9:00:14 PM EDT [#16] Quote History Originally Posted By ZacSquatch: Not suggested for a case you may use for air travel. View Quote Just throw a couple Bernie or Hillary stickers on there. Nobody will be the wiser.

bigairt Member Joined Aug 2012 Posts 1196 EE 100% (2) CT, USA	Posted: 9/26/2019 2:26:14 PM EDT [#17] Bump

kar98k My Avatar is Staring at You. Joined Sep 2005 Posts 24741 EE 100% (47) TX, USA	Posted: 10/9/2019 9:49:57 PM EDT [#18] . Still alive.
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Lonestar12 Member Joined Mar 2012 Posts 300 EE 100% (27) GA, USA	Posted: 10/10/2019 11:50:17 AM EDT [#19] Just egg crate style foam inside so I can pack different gear. Attached File

kar98k My Avatar is Staring at You. Joined Sep 2005 Posts 25515 EE 100% (47) TX, USA	Posted: 12/30/2019 6:40:34 PM EDT [#20] . Still great pics for those who need ideas for how to set up their cases.
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D-Dave Joined Mar 2020 Posts 1 EE 0% (0) GA, USA	Posted: 3/17/2020 2:25:43 AM EDT [Last Edit: D-Dave] [#21] Lets keep this going. What layout should I go with, A, B OR C? The poster board will be a suppressor. I am open to suggestions and comments, thanks A-" /> B-" /> C-" />

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Posted: 3/17/2020 10:40:11 AM EDT

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I would just say 'less is more'. I have a Pelican case with only 2 rifles, 2 optics, and a bipod and it's HEAVY! I wouldn't recommend adding the weight of loaded magazines to it, especially since you'll most likely be using more then the couple that can fit in the case. Also, I left a cutout for my suppressor in my case as well, but found that I store my suppressors in a separate case with their wrenches, attachments, etc.

ICU Member Joined Nov 2001 Posts 3837 EE 100% (67) USA	Posted: 3/17/2020 11:00:53 AM EDT [Last Edit: ICU] [#23] Attached File Factory REM 870 MCS, Pelican case in OD. Attached File
	Trust me, its more better... MCLMM

Frens Joined Mar 2003 Posts 8911 EE 100% (18) ITA	Posted: 3/17/2020 11:27:19 AM EDT [#24]

rippr334 Mechanical Hog Joined Sep 2010 Posts 742 EE 100% (18) TX, USA	Posted: 3/20/2020 1:35:23 AM EDT [#25] Inside is just 1" foam with egg crate foam on top since I usually pack it full with my shotgun and clothes. But the outside...all the breweries I've hit and a few misc stickers. Will this throw off their scent? Attached File Attached File
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Patrick303

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Posted: 3/20/2020 11:59:42 AM EDT

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Originally Posted By rippr334:
Inside is just 1" foam with egg crate foam on top since I usually pack it full with my shotgun and clothes.

But the outside...all the breweries I've hit and a few misc stickers.

Will this throw off their scent?
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You seem to be a big fan of CO breweries!

ZacSquatch Breaching your mom's mine-wire obstacle. Joined Mar 2010 Posts 10143 EE 100% (203) AK, USA	Posted: 3/20/2020 12:16:24 PM EDT [#27] Attached File Just got this one from my neighbor and need to cut it for my hunting setup. Attached File
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rippr334 Mechanical Hog Joined Sep 2010 Posts 743 EE 100% (18) TX, USA	Posted: 3/20/2020 1:51:05 PM EDT [#28] Quote History Originally Posted By Patrick303: You seem to be a big fan of CO breweries! View Quote Lots of business travel with per diem. Anyone have an idea for a big range day loadout in a M2750 case? Tied of loading up ammo cans and a range bags and pistols, all in different cases.
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wissota4 Member Joined Jan 2014 Posts 3493 EE 100% (56) MN, USA	Posted: 4/17/2020 9:43:48 PM EDT [#29] First pelican and foam cutting attempt. Attached File

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Posted: 4/17/2020 10:28:46 PM EDT

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Originally Posted By D-Dave:
Lets keep this going. What layout should I go with, A, B OR C? The poster board will be a suppressor. I am open to suggestions and comments, thanks
A-http://i.imgur.com/uVMxKIM.jpg" target="_blank">http://i.imgur.com/uVMxKIM.jpg
B-http://i.imgur.com/k3EahCC.jpg" target="_blank">http://i.imgur.com/k3EahCC.jpg
C-http://i.imgur.com/9GjFcdU.jpg" target="_blank">http://i.imgur.com/9GjFcdU.jpg

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Nice first post!

Trust me, its more better...

MCLMM

D-Dave Joined Mar 2020 Posts 2 EE 0% (0) GA, USA	Posted: 6/11/2020 12:36:39 AM EDT [#31] Decided to make room for everything in "case" I need it. I have single gun soft cases if I need to pack light. Weighs 51 lbs. fully loaded

itchytrigger Houston Custom Foam Joined Sep 2003 Posts 1716 EE 100% (117) TX, USA	Posted: 6/18/2020 6:08:49 PM EDT [#32] Here is one that I did for a high profile customer.
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ecgRN I'm a Focker Joined Mar 2002 Posts 22612 EE 100% (26) CO, USA	Posted: 10/12/2020 12:47:49 AM EDT [#33] Attached File
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jsucraig Member Joined Nov 2008 Posts 1733 EE 100% (2) VA, USA	Posted: 1/17/2021 2:15:43 PM EDT [#34] What is the thin material that can be used to add rigidity to foam for use as pull out trays in a double layer setup?
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SecretSquirell Member Joined Apr 2009 Posts 92351 EE 100% (25) IL, USA	Posted: 1/17/2021 5:02:54 PM EDT [#35] Quote History Originally Posted By jsucraig: What is the thin material that can be used to add rigidity to foam for use as pull out trays in a double layer setup? View Quote A sheet of kydex would probably work. Or even use a sheet of whatever that corrugated plastic is used for political yard signs.
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mnew007 Member Joined Jan 2005 Posts 500 EE 100% (1) AZ, USA	Posted: 4/6/2021 8:51:54 PM EDT [#37] Dang it, seriously just found this thread! WTF!

ecgRN I'm a Focker Joined Mar 2002 Posts 23379 EE 100% (26) CO, USA	Posted: 6/2/2021 12:11:59 AM EDT [#38] Bumpity.
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edwin907 Joined Jul 2004 Posts 5110 EE 100% (5) GA, USA	Posted: 6/2/2021 5:28:17 AM EDT [#39]

ecgRN I'm a Focker Joined Mar 2002 Posts 23381 EE 100% (26) CO, USA	Posted: 6/3/2021 5:22:38 PM EDT [#40]
	Familiarity and prolonged exposure without incident leads to a loss of appreciation of risk.

RockRash Member Joined Jan 2009 Posts 3510 EE 100% (99) CA, USA	Posted: 10/14/2021 11:45:05 PM EDT [#41] I just picked up this pelican vault yesterday. I was waiting so long to for my number to be called at gun store I ended up buying a heritage rough rider and a cz457 unfortunately I have to wait 10 days before I can bring them home

Jackel81 Joined Sep 2012 Posts 108 EE 100% (10) TX, USA	Posted: 1/7/2022 10:01:17 AM EDT [#42] Bump, don't have a case YET.... but plan on getting one to fit 16" ar10 14" ar15 and 12g

RockRash Member Joined Jan 2009 Posts 3844 EE 100% (99) CA, USA	Posted: 1/8/2022 2:46:35 AM EDT [#43] All cut. Corgi approved

Jackel81 Joined Sep 2012 Posts 111 EE 100% (10) TX, USA	Posted: 1/24/2022 9:51:10 AM EDT [#44] Quote History Originally Posted By RockRash: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/188534/20211107_153339-2158868.jpg All cut. Corgi approved View Quote Are you going to use the plastic dip spray to harden up the foam?

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Posted: 1/24/2022 10:08:33 AM EDT

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Originally Posted By Jackel81:
Are you going to use the plastic dip spray to harden up the foam?

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In my application, I could find no good reason to apply plastic dip. I'm not sure why people do that. The foam is generally firm and supports the contents of the case very well. Just don't make cuts so close that the material between the items is overly thin.

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SecretSquirell Member Joined Apr 2009 Posts 98645 EE 100% (25) USA	Posted: 1/24/2022 7:38:40 PM EDT [#46] Quote History Originally Posted By RockRash: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/188534/20211107_153339-2158868.jpg All cut. Corgi approved View Quote
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opti12206 COME AND TAKE IT YOU SOCIALIST FUCKS Joined Mar 2006 Posts 19013 EE 0% (0) TX, USA	Posted: 11/4/2022 5:01:43 PM EDT [#47] Quote History Originally Posted By Afvs28957: What's the consensus on stickers? View Quote I 'camouflaged' my case with the addition of a bunch of hippie outdoors stickers. Attached File
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JIMBEAM Member Joined Nov 2000 Posts 37311 EE 100% (43) SC, USA	Posted: 11/6/2022 9:20:34 AM EDT [#48] Love this thread
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thebomber Member Joined Apr 2004 Posts 16926 EE 100% (70) VA, USA	Posted: 11/6/2022 11:08:20 AM EDT [Last Edit: thebomber] [#49] Repost from 2012. I think it's a respectable kit even 10 years later. [URL=https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/mm77/hardge

opti12206 COME AND TAKE IT YOU SOCIALIST FUCKS Joined Mar 2006 Posts 19048 EE 0% (0) TX, USA	Posted: 11/27/2022 3:55:31 PM EDT [Last Edit: opti12206] [#50] I used My Case Builder to design this setup for a 1750. I'm super pleased with how it turned out. Attached File
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