Breakdown Autoloader?

[JeffGirard]

Is is okay to store/transport an autoloader in a breakdown case? I want to bring my Winchester Super x2 on a plane and don't want to have to check a 50'' case that screams "GUN!". I'd love to get a ~32'' breakdown case, but usually they are listed as being used for O/U or SxS guns. Is is safe/clean to do the same for an autoloader?

 

[ArmedBear]

Clean?

I'd probably bring along some Rem Oil Wipes. Those will get the fouling off the mag tube, chamber area, etc. before you case the gun. I use those anyway, before casing a shotgun for transport after use, so I'm not packing it up with a layer of sweat or moisture on it.

Otherwise, I might bring a couple rags and rubber bands to pad sharp edges -- I'm not sure what the innards on the SX2 are like, but the 1100 barrel has sharp corners on the receiver end. That way I could prevent damage to a nice case. Might not be necessary.

There are some cases that are designed so you can cut the foam yourself to fit the gun.

Should be fine.

 

[Milkmaster]

You mean like this one?

http://home.comcast.net/~milkmaster/classictrap.jpg

It works fine for me! Just use a wipe after shooting and put it in the case. I clean it after I get home after shooting, but sometimes not until I have shot at different locations etc. It travels well in the case and can be locked up if need be.

 

[ArmedBear]

I find that with some egg-crate foam cases, the parts move around.

But cases are available with straps in them, or you can just put a hard foam block between the barrel and the rest of the gun. Airline baggage gets tossed around quite a bit.

 

[TX1911fan]

I put a gunsock around my O/U barrel to prevent damage to the stock in the event of shifting.

 

[Milkmaster]

I don't want to hijack the thread, but you guys may be able to help me while talking about the same subject we started with helping JeffGirard. I have been trying to figure a way to put an imprint of my gun into the egg crate foam. A sharp cutting tool does not do a very neat job. I would like for it to look neat etc. Anyone been successful with a similar effort?

 

[ArmedBear]

Hot wire, I think.

The crafty types have electric hot wire cutters for foam.

This came up in Google. I have no clue if it's a good price.

http://www.mrshobby.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/SFV/31093/vpid/2872338/vpcsid/0/rid/119665

 

[The Deer Hunter]

My benelli M1-Super 90 came in a breakdown case. It has a molded bottom with an egg carton top, and it works fine. I just take the charging handle out and put in the slot of the elevator and it seems to sit there just fine.

You might be able to call/write Winchester asking if they have molded ones. Also, the idea of cutting the foam is pretty good too.

 

[JeffGirard]

Ah, good idea. I'll try to get in touch with Winchester.

 

[Big Az Al]

Gun cases

First from talking with Trap shooters that fly all the time.

GUN case for Air travel needs to be, a metal case that locks with a paddle lock. if you have a wood case or plastic from the Manufacturer you still need a matel case over this.

Also the Grey instrument case foam, is among the least exspensive to buy, and a good sharp knife will cut it with out a problem, Will OK my knifes are sharper then most, so maybe thats why I don't have a problem.

The stores I have been in that sell foam, have a cutter that cuts foam slicker then............ Take a templet, and have them do the cutting for you.

My Autolaoder goes everywhere, taken down, and haven't had a problem in years. Get a good case. it may cost as much as a shotgun but worth every penny!