Plano Gun Guard SE Series Gun Case, Black, Lockable Padlock Tabs for Travel, Gun Cases for Rifles and Gun Accessories

I bought this case from Plano (and one other from another manufacturer) to keep my airguns clean, safe and stored out of the way but accessible when needed again. I was totally tired of using the inadequate cardboard shipping boxes for storage; the rifles could move around freely inside with essentially no protection at all if they fell over or were dropped. That is, they wouldn't be protected unless I spent who knows how much money and time and effort trying to modify them to do a job for which they were never meant. Besides, I had a pumper pistol too, and it arrived in a clear-plastic, molded display container that basically had to be destroyed to get at the pistol and documentation inside, so there isn't even a cardboard box with which to experiment. As for my rifles, even if I managed to convince myself I'd adequately jimmied up the interiors of the cardboard boxes to make them somewhat safer, I'd still have to try to make the boxes themselves more long-lived and sturdier. Even then, I'd ALSO need to come up with some reliable way to be able to repeatedly open and close those boxes on demand. It might have been an interesting exercise in craft-work and maybe even somewhat fun, but I just couldn't see it. Plus, it goes completely against the grain to think I could start off with poor materials and expect to create something to do a job it would never do well, if at all. GIGO. It looks like I'll need to try something else. Altogether, I have three air rifles and one air pistol that need adequate housing, all of which my wife and I very much enjoy and all of which we want to keep clean. safe and out of the way when not in use -- but easy to get at when wanted: two different variable pump air rifles, one CO2 powered semi-automatic air rifle and finally, a variable pump pistol. Originally, my plan was to buy two similarly priced and configured cases from different manufacturers, compare one against the other, then buy one more based on whichever case I liked the best. I hoped one of the three would be able to hold not only a rifle, but the pistol too, but that remained to be seen. It seemed doable to me, so after doing some research online, I found this case from Plano (10470 Gun Guard SE Single Rifle Case, Black, 48 Inches) that turned out to be priced very competitively (the lowest price I could find for a hard case in fact), so I decided to order one and give it a try. Great! The case from Plano turned out to be perfect for my needs, doing everything I wanted and more. Not only will it keep any one of my rifles clean and safe, even when moved around a bit roughly, it actually had enough room and padding inside for two rifles! My two smallest fit without modification and one of them even has a laser sight mounted under the front of the barrel. It's a little snug, but neither rifle is up against the plastic sides or handle of the case, they don't rub up against each other and when the case is closed, they still stay put inside, even when the case is moved around (and I'm disabled and can't get anywhere without a walker, so the cases definitely see some rough handling). Very nice and I didn't have to order another rifle case after all. Making an already great situation even better, while I very much like the second case I bought, it really does accommodate only one rifle and the pistol, so the one Plano case not only saved me a couple of bucks by being the cheaper of the two, it better served my needs by doing the job of two cases, saving me even more dough. Sweet! To be doubly sure those two rifles stay in place no matter what (the case could be knocked over or dropped or something), I'm going to epoxy something to act as strap holders to the bottom interior (two on each end), cut slits for them in the foam padding, then add velcro straps for the barrel and butt stock of each rifle. That way, not only will the sandwiched egg-crate padding hold them in place (which it already does quite well), I'll also be able to strap them down firmly for even more security if they're dropped or something. I'm not planning to use the cases for anything other than basically simple storage in my home, with personal automobile travel somewhat remotely possible (I am disabled and basically just don't get out anymore), so this Plano rifle case turned out to be perfect for my purposes (and the other case is awesome too). I couldn't be happier with my purchases. For similar light duty anywhere, this Plano rifle case is perfect and a bargain besides. Highly recommended.

my sincerest thanks to everyone that was involved in getting this to me, especially you drivers, loaders and warehouse guys and gals. with that out of the way... Plano has some really great stuff for storage of items. you really can't go wrong with them and between Plano and MTM, they're all i ever use. PRO's: 1). well worth the money. you're not going to break the bank in buying them and should you find a Plano product being sold for an exorbitant price, contact them directly. 2). with a bit of fair upkeep, they'll last for years. i've got a Plano case that is nearly 20 years old. a few scratches, scuffs, and a couple of dings but a good wipe down with some Armor All and it's still looking good. 3). the foam lining is just rough enough and firm enough to keep everything in it's place without worry and it's easily replaceable. 4). extremely lightweight for it's size. does you no good to have a 30lbs case that you're not wanting to lug around just for it's weight and bulkiness. CON's: 1). this is not the case that you're going to go into the zombie apocalypse with. don't be stupid. 2). this is not going to fit all the tricked out, dicked out CoD inspired modification you might have installed. don't be stupid. 3). this is not for commercial travel even if you put a TSA approved lock set on it. the baggage handlers will have a field day with your stuff and while the case may arrive at your destination, the item(s) that were in it will be at somebody's baby mama's apartment. you'll know when they post their haul on their "gram" page. don't be stupid. 4). this is not waterproof, weatherproof or fireproof. Plano makes those types of cases but they are significantly more expensive. so don't be stupid. lastly... Amazon why does your review app want to know "what this item will be used for" and "what type of gun"? seriously. my information of items owned is the same as my medical information, none of anybody's business. don't have me get all HIPAA up in here.

This case is perfectly functional. It is not a case for air travel, it is good for putting in the truck to go hunting or to the range. Seems sturdy, latches work, has places for padlocks but that won't prevent someone getting in. It is plastic after all. I agree, that the foam was not secured to the case, however, this may be on purpose so that the end user can simply flip the foam if he or she chooses. It will work for me, if you are not traveling by air or require total waterproof, this is a good case, I would recommend.

This is excellent for it's price. I payed nearly 2x for a softbag... Does it flex, yes, is it hard plastic, no. Does it fit my standard American Rifle with a 3-9 scope in it? Barely. I have to fine a special angle to give me less than 1/4inch from pressing against the sides of the case. Does it bow out a little with my rifle in it, yep. Can I fit other stuff in it, yes. Will it protect my guns to throw them in the trunk to go to the range (or to the woods..), yes. Can I afford to buy several of them for taking multiple to the range, yes. People talk about not using it for shipping on a plane. I would if it didn't have the scope on it, or a shorter sight. It's a metal gun in a protective case. It'll be fine. Worst case? Optical sights need to be adjusted. If you have have a relic or have a gun that is... delicate... this may not be the case for you. Otherwise, this is an excellent value for toting your rifle around in and it's plenty long for longer guns or throwing things like mags in there with it. I'm very happy with my purchase.

Was on the fence about getting it because there’s cases for 20$ or 30$ more that seemed better and I have a scoped ar15. And it fits perfectly even with the bump stock fully outstretched and still room for plenty of 55.6 ammo magazines and a handgun. The case when opened is a bit flimsy but once you have your gear in it and close it you really can’t tell and it becomes sturdy. No I’m not a bot and no not affiliated with the company just trying to help people make a decision because I saw that it was fitting hunting rifles or other smaller caliber 22lr rifles but would it comfortably fit an ar15 or similar style sized rifles with 16” barrel. Yes it does. Five stars

Decent enough. The tension is a little lacking. Things can slide around when closed. The latches dont close as well or are as firm as the other smaller models. Plastic latches that will eventually break. Good enough for the price. Better for wider items.

Great quality for the price but very cheap.

The case is a good value as I was looking for a very basic case, not too heavy or something that would not catch the attention of others (however, there is a "Gun Guard" logo stamped on both sides though, ha ha that I'll have to live with). The plastic is extremely thin and one could easily cut through the plastic with a knife which is the only negative thing I can say about it (it's thinner than the $30 cases I purchased 25 years ago that I still have). There are three holes for padlocks; one at each end and one in the middle of the case which is an added deterrent. The foam is thin (1/2"-3/4") and I like that because I plan to put in a 1" thick foam insert cut to the shape of the item to keep it more secure and more padded as well. I flipped over the bottom eggshell foam and I plan to glue the new foam to this section. The case closes well with the third layer of foam I added due to the thinness of the top and bottom layer of foam that came with the case. Overall, I am pleased with the purchase; the case came in a discreet plain box which I like, there was no damage and the case functions as intended.