Posted on October 6, 2017
Weapon cases for hunters
So that in the wild everything went according to plan, and the hunter and prey did not change roles, everyone who is keen on hunting should approach the choice of his equipment thoroughly.
Different hunter equipment is represented in the thematic stores as a huge choice, but in order not to get a bunch of extra useless cargo with you and so that the right thing does not fail at a critical moment, you first need to understand what equipment should be taken and how to find quality products in the selection.
The most important piece of equipment for a hunter is clearly his gun. To ensure that it has always been in proper condition, for its long wearing, experienced hunters use special cases and covers. In this article, it’s just going to go about anti-shock cases for hunting weapons.
What is needed for shockproof cases?
Hunting rifles should be stored under a secure lock, discharged, disassembled and in a case. A rifle cover is required for transportation and transportation. There are many special cases, cases and bags for the gun, which are used for certain purposes. The choice depends on the distance, the type of transportation, the type of weapon and the preference of the hunter. Experienced people have at their disposal several different covers. A soft, lighter cover is taken on the hiking trip. In trains, airplanes and just in a long journey, you need a hard case that reliably protects the weapon from damage and does not allow you to knock down the tuned optics.
To transport hunting weapons for long distances is recommended in disassembled condition, in a short case. For transportation, anti-shock plastic, aluminum or hard leather cases with handles are used. They are ergonomic, durable, durable, beautiful and comfortable. In a rigid case, the gun is reliably protected from the effects of an aggressive environment, temperature and humidity fluctuations. Soft reinforcing material (this can be foam, covered with velor) reliably fixes the butt and trunk in the compartments of the case, protecting the gun from mechanical damage.
Rapid development of microelectronics and digital technologies has led to the fact that high-precision optics has become an integral part of hunting carbines and rifles. Modern optics ensures accuracy of aiming at the target, which allows hitting the beast with the first shot from any distance. A gun with optics requires extremely accurate handling during hunting and during transportation. To protect the sight of the case for the gun is equipped with a recess for optics. The design of a hard leather case does not allow accidentally knocking off the sight, there will be no annoying slip.
Quality certified cases for hunting rifles with reliable metal fittings are equipped with functional locks and fasteners. The hard case is equipped with steel half rings to fasten the belt. It can be hung for a special loop, located on the side of the gun barrel. In the pockets and compartments of the case are placed tools for cleaning weapons and other necessary accessories. Cases are heavy and cumbersome for use directly during hunting, but are ideal for transportation.
Features of protective cases
All protective plastic cases and containers carry the same mission – to protect your equipment from any external impact. Whether it’s moisture, dust, ultraviolet light, temperature changes or mechanical stress. Some models withstand a temperature range from -60 to + 90 ° C. Only the protective case will protect the equipment from all these factors at once.
In all cases and containers, the tightness is achieved by a rubber seal between the cover and the body. Shock resistance is achieved by using special casting techniques and materials used on the basis of plastics (ABS, PP, LDPE), as well as the presence of additional stiffeners.
Reliable, high-quality and compact fittings. All cases and containers have strong folding handles for transportation. There are locks, tightly pressing the cover to the body, while protruding along the perimeter of the edge of the casing into a rubber seal located on the contour of the lid, thereby ensuring the tightness of the case. Also, many models are equipped with a telescopic handle and wheels for transportation.
Protective cases have a solid weight. For example, a full-fledged protective case for a laptop will weigh no less, and often more than the laptop itself.
To secure the fixation of equipment inside the case, the lodgement is most often made of polyurethane foam and polyethylene foam. More about these materials: PPU (polyurethane foam) – this, at the household level, foam rubber. PPE (foam polyethylene) is the material from which tourist rugs, noise insulation, insulation, etc. are made. Unfortunately, in the Russian market of protective cases, when discussing the lodgment, disorder and vacillation still reign, procurement officers and sales managers use all sorts of generalized names in the communication, as well as the trade marks of building materials-poroplast, foam, isoplastic, isolone and etc. at the same time, not quite understanding between themselves, which material is being discussed.
Overview of protective cases
Tsunami
Mark of cases Tsunami is relatively young and, unlike some European and American brands, does not hide its Chinese roots. But this does not prevent the Tsunami cases from successfully competing with the well-known Pelican cases in terms of quality and reliability, while being advantageous in price.
Cases Tsunami are made by injection molding, from a copolymer of polypropylene (PP) with the addition of reinforcing substances and fiber-fiber. It is the fiber fibers that make Tsunami cases one of the most durable plastic cases in the world.
Case fittings are made at the highest level of polypropylene with rubber elements (handle casing) and stainless steel (bearings, springs, lid and lock axles). Most protective cases have mortise grooves in the body and covers for easy installation of equipment designed to work inside the case. The wheels in all models of transport cases have internal bearings. Cases Tsunami equipped with hinges for padlocks and seals, as well as a bar for individual marking. All cases are equipped with pressure equalization valves.
The assortment of Tsunami brand is especially distinguished by a wide choice of small cases, allowing to choose the best case for the needs of the client.
Legion
The Russian manufacturer Zvezda represents its own brand of protective containers Legion. Under this brand, the company has been assembling cases and containers since 2015. Protection class is ip67.
Case elements of the Legion cases are made of medium and high density polyethylene (HDPE) by rotational molding. This method allows you to produce a wide range of models, including especially large ones, with a side more than 2 meters.
The fittings are made of stainless steel, butterfly locks have hinges for seals and padlocks. Transportation models are equipped with rollers on bearings. All handles are spring-loaded and fit tightly to the body in tempered condition, as well as have a rubber edging. The covers have removable opening angle stops. Optionally, Legion containers can be equipped with a pressure equalization valve.
Applying the method of rotational molding, the walls are thickened in the corners and folds of the walls of the containers, this gives increased strength in places of increased risk of damage. Unlike analogous cases made of polypropylene and ABS plastic, the Legion case-cases, under super-loads, will bend for some time and lose shape while maintaining tightness, and not bursting and cracking.
Totem
The brand of cases Totem was created by the Russian company of the same name in 2012, as an acceptable alternative to foreign cases.
These have good strength and high protection class ip67. Produced by the traditional method of injection molding from a polypropylene copolymer. All fittings have strong pins of stainless steel, two bearings are built into the transport rollers. Cases are equipped with folding handles with rubber coating and hinges for padlocks and seals. Simple, direct forms of cases provide the convenience of storage and a rational approach when designing the installation of equipment and lodgment. Case covers have opening limiter.
The range of protective shock-resistant cases Totem is not large, but it is chosen in such a way as to satisfy almost any customer requirements in terms of dimensions. Particular attention is paid to the assortment of plastic cases of medium size.
Plano
American company, founded in 1950, which is one of the leaders in the supply of specialized products for hunting and fishing. The main principle of Plano is the creation of things, thanks to which the favorite hobby will become as comfortable as possible. The company supplies accessories and tools to more than 60 countries around the world. In Russia, Plano’s products have appeared relatively recently, but have already won the market in the segment of premium products.
Cases are recommended for the transport of weapons by air and rail. Made of high-impact ABS plastic, 2 mm thick by PillarLock technology. Equipped with pressure relief valves to provide protection against water and other external influences. To impart strength to the side parts of the cases, relief ribs are applied. Inside the case there are padding made of porous plastic, fixing the weapon against displacements.
Plano products are distinguished by their excellent design and ergonomics. Often have wheels or legs for convenient transportation, as well as retractable supplies for cleaning weapons. There are special eyes for padlocks or seals. In addition, many models have their own locks with keys.
Pelican
Since 1975 Pelican cases have received well-deserved recognition all over the world. The material from which they are made and their design are protected by copyright patents. Designed for heavy duty applications and solving complex logistics tasks, even under extreme conditions, guaranteeing content protection. They are used to store and transport industrial equipment, sensitive military items, weapons, photographic and electronic equipment. Many models meet the standards for air travel, so they are suitable for international transport.
One of the main features of Pelican products is the perfect combination of strength and lightness achieved by using high quality polymeric material HPX (resin) to make the case. Developed by the company’s engineers, the polymer has proven itself as the best material capable of providing effective protection against vibrations, shocks and low temperatures.
Reinforced pins and locks made of stainless steel and stiffeners increase the strength of the containers. In combination with rounded streamlined corners, they provide effective deflection and damping of impacts, even when the case falls, ensuring the integrity of the contents. In addition, the design provides eyelets for padlocks, in size suitable for all standard TSA luggage locks. The eyelet can also be used for disposable seals, providing an additional measure of safety.
A number of models are equipped with retractable handles and wheels for easy transportation of heavy loads. Handles are easy to fold and quickly extend. Wheels made of polyurethane on ball bearings facilitate easy rolling of the case even with a large weight of the contents of the container.
The atmospheric valve regulates the air pressure inside the container when the ambient temperature or height changes and protects the contents from dust and dirt. On the perimeter of the case lid there is a seal, which reliably prevents penetration of moisture.
Pelican provides a unique lifetime warranty on its cases – “You break – We change, always.”
