One thing that gun enthusiast need to decide is what material is best for their gun cases. Metal, plastic and cloth are your three basic choices, and all of them have advantages. However, for overall durability and versatility, metal gun cases are the best choice you could make.
Cloth Cases
Cloth is popular because it is light weight and stores easily. When you have your gun out, or have it stored in a gun safe, the case can be folded up and put away. When the time comes to transport your gun, all you have to do is unfold the case and slip your gun inside.
But cloth is not a very durable protection for your gun. Unless you only use your gun at an indoor shooting range, you are probably taking your weapon into an environment where it could potentially get damaged. The more often you use your gun, the more likely it will be damaged.
A cloth case is designed to protect your gun from scratches, or from some light bumps. It will not offer much protection from hard hits, dropping, or being flexed. Only metal can provide this type of protection.
Plastic Rifle Cases
Plastic cases provide a measure of protection that cloth cases do not provide. Because they are made of a harder material they are able to withstand more punishment, and they are not as easily bent. They are typically light weight, so they are easy to transport.
On the down side, plastic cases are not as durable as they appear. Over time they are susceptible to cracking and breakage. With some wear, it becomes very easy to damage the plastic case and the gun inside. It also creates a problem of causing damage to objects the case comes I contact with. The edges of the broken area can be sharp. These sharp edges can scratch or tear the surface of anything the broken case is put up against.
Once the outer case has been cracked, the case itself is no longer water proof. If you are ever out with your gun in the rain all of the materials stored in your gun case will become wet. If the case is not dried thoroughly, it can mildew or mold.
Metal Rifle Cases
Metal cases are far more durable, are light weight and are far more secure than the other materials. They are weather resistant, are durable, and they are not easily broken into. If you travel with your gun, especially if you travel by air, a metal case will give you the best protection for your gun that money can buy.
Your gun case is not a good place to try to save money. A quality metal gun case will give you the protection you need at a price that is affordable. Do some comparison shopping and you’ll see that a metal case really is your best choice.
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