CocoBolo Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 (edited) I've been leaving this monster ShotGun in the Trunk at the hotels because I have not been able to find a reasonably priced Soft Case that will fit my 1100 Rem 27" barrel 13 Round Tube longer than the barrel with a Arrendondo Shute and a EO Tech perched on Top. The gun measues 53", most cases come in at 52", size matters. Even in Texas people would get a little nervious if you rode the elevator with an naked shotgun. I've decided to keep the thing for now, so I'm looking for a soft case. I've borrowed a hard case a few times but Geez getting it in the truck you have to work a good plan out so not thinking hard case. I normally use my Cart so I don't need one to lug around the range. What are you using? The Akdal was easy, Uncle Mikes AR case $24.00, Not sure this one is a keeper yet. Edited July 19, 2013 by CocoBolo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Dang, that is rather, ummm....long. I have a similar set up with a rem1100 with a 28" barrel, but my mag tube only goes to about the end of the barrel and the overall length is about 49-50". When I was doing traveling with guns I never liked to use the typical stuff that advertises shoot-shoot-bang-bang stuff is inside so I've used a bass guitar gig bag as a carry case for that (nice and discrete, too), but 53" is longer than a typical bass guitar gig bag will hold. There are some other musical gig bag options, though. Here are a couple of examples for keyboards (probably need an 88-key bag). http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gator-gkbe-88-88-note-economy-keyboard-gig-bag http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/road-runner-a-rk5414-88-key-keyboard-bag Speaker Stand or microphone stand bags are also a consideration as they run in the 55-60" lengths too: http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-microphone-and-stand-bag http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gator-deluxe-speaker-stand-bag http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gator-gpa-spkstdbg-58-speaker-stand-bag I have a bunch of the gator brand stuff and they are good quality for the buck and would certainly work for car travel to matches. Anyway, these are just a thought. Good Luck with that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerlimits Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 I just slip a gun sock over the exposed end and be done with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 ^^^^ Sure, if you wanna do it the easy way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CocoBolo Posted July 20, 2013 Author Share Posted July 20, 2013 In Cruiser ready once the first round is loaded I can chuck in a tube of 4, for 14 rounds, I may just need to get a shorter tube and give up the 14 round, capacity and go down to 13, that would knock off 3" and it could fit in a normal case, making those strolls thru the lobby less exciting. The AR cases I have hold 5 mags in pockets and you notice people looking at the slightly exposed mag and those shiny bullets in the top, so now I turn them over. We have a new law in Texas where hotels in the state have to Verbally tell you if they have a weapons policy the 30-06 law signs out behind the building don't count. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunjack Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Beretta Shotgun Case 56" - my Versa with 26" barrel / long tube 13rds / Arredondo shute / optics - all fit with plenty of extra room for cleaning rods, extra springs, tubes, etc in the split gun compartment - $90 on their website but a well built soft case made for shotguns. I've been using mine for 3+ years with no hic-ups. BerrettaUSA web page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeD Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 The safariland 3 gun case is what I use, it has a little flip out pouch for long shotgun extensions. my Versa measures 51" and fits with a little room the spare. George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Tischauser Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I have three of these 53" Beretta Greenstone shotgun cases. My M2 w/12 round tube will fit with the chute on it. I can also put my XRail in the other half. Plus there is a small side pouch that will hold a Briley 6-8 round choke case. http://www.berettausa.com/products/greenstone-soft-double-gun-case-53-long/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry weeks Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Brownells 54" 3-Gun bag 084-000-384 or -385. Bit pricey but will carry all your guns, has backpack straps, U.S.-made and guaranteed forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Tischauser Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Brownells 54" 3-Gun bag 084-000-384 or -385. Bit pricey but will carry all your guns, has backpack straps, U.S.-made and guaranteed forever. Those bags are nice! I have two of them. I've been saving them cause they are so nice waiting for my old bags to wear out which shouldn't be much longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Payne Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 I have to agree with Larry. The Bownell's bag is one of the best 3-gun investments I have made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushmeat Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Yup. Brownells 54". For transitioning hotel lobbies, the exterior compartments are discreet as well. Most importantly, the company supports the sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CocoBolo Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 WOW pricey $229 yeah buddy. But the wife says how much do you have in the shotgun, I tood the 5th amendment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil E. Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Beretta Retriever Shotgun Case 56" Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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