Help with case for a Kibler SMR

[RocketMan58]

As the title suggests, I'm looking for a case to transport a 60" Flintlock rifle to/from the range. I'd prefer to keep it under $100 if possible and am not really too concerned if it's period correct. I just want something to offer some decent bump and scratch protection. I see Kibler sells one to fit but I figured I'd ask here about alternative's first. Suggestions appreciated.

p.s. I'm guessing this has been addressed at some point in the past but my search has found very little so here I am.

 

[2 shots]

check out ace case. nice cases

 

[snakebit]

Unique cases.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

Kibler

As the title suggests, I'm looking for a case to transport a 60" Flintlock rifle to/from the range. I'd prefer to keep it under $100 if possible and am not really too concerned if it's period correct. I just want something to offer some decent bump and scratch protection. I see Kibler sells one to fit but I figured I'd ask here about alternative's first. Suggestions appreciated.

p.s. I'm guessing this has been addressed at some point in the past but my search has found very little so here I am.

Kibler offers a nice case for 70 bucks plus shipping. I'm very satisfied with mine.
Kiblerslongrifles.com

I apologize I see that you know that.

Mind Slippage

 

[Tumbledown]

You can buy a longbow case from Amazon. I have this one, not as fancy as a Unique or Kibler case, but it serves the purpose. And is economical.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

You can buy a longbow case from Amazon. I have this one, not as fancy as a Unique or Kibler case, but it serves the purpose. And is economical.

That's a good idea

 

[RocketMan58]

Good to know somebody here has experience with the Kibler case... That said, a Longbow case?? Who would have thunk it! I have to take a look at those options.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

Good to know somebody here has experience with the Kibler case... That said, a Longbow case?? Who would have thunk it! I have to take a look at those options.

RocketMan, the long bow case is a good idea. FYI the case that Kibler offers has a nice long zip up pocket/pouch that the long range rod will fit un also.

 

[Uncle Miltie]

The Log Cabin in Lodi OH sells very nice padded longrifle cases for around $39. I have a few of them, and like 'em a lot.

 

[RocketMan58]

Thanks all, I think I'll go with the case from Kibler as I like the idea of being able to pack my range rod in the same case. I have to place a second order with him anyways as I forgot a few things in the kit order ( made near midnight ) That said, I have a pair of 51" cal Kentucky style Percussion rifles that could also use some protection. I think I'll investigate some of the other options presented here for those two.

 

[wiscoaster]

I don't think you'll find a hard case that's large enough. The soft case Kibler sells is sturdy and well-padded and I think would fit your needs adequately. I have one and I'm satisfied with it. My other flintlock long guns I store and transport in these blanket gun cases from Track of the Wolf, which are pretty cool and suit my needs, but are not quite so protective as the Kibler case:
https://www.trackofthewolf.com/List/Item.aspx/28/1

 

[Icemanxxxv]

I made my case from the shipping box

 

[wiscoaster]

I made my case from the shipping box

I like that idea. Well done!!

 

[Mulebrain]

These aren't cheap, but probably the best KMP

 

[RocketMan58]

I made my case from the shipping boxView attachment 370554View attachment 370555

I'm not sure I could get a hard case of that up and down my ( 90 deg) staircase but repurposing the (well built) shipping box is an outstanding idea!

 

[Sagebrush]

I bought Jim's case for my Kibler. Good quality.

 

[Icemanxxxv]

I'm not sure I could get a hard case of that up and down my ( 90 deg) staircase but repurposing the (well built) shipping box is an outstanding idea!

They are long, but any case for a SMR is going to be long and awkward. The shipping case barely fits the assembled gun and is about the minimum size required for it as seen in the photo. It was free. Some various screws, nuts, handles, hinges, latches, foam mattress pad from Amazon, some cheap yard sticks, and some rubber feet. My free case ended up costing about 60 bucks. She ain't bomb proof but it protects the gun from transport drops and bumps well.

 

[Mike in FL]

I used a wool blanket cut to fit. Laced it with rawhide. But that does not offer protection like a hard case does. The advantage of a blanket case is that it fits where a much wider hard case cannot. Plus the blanket case looks more period if you carry a cased rifle.