A Gun Case From Harbor Freight! Budget Friendly and Effective
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
- Well I decided that throwing stuff in a backpack was getting old. I went to harbor freight and picked this up for a reasonable price and it meets my exceeds my expectations. Check them out #firearmstraining #tacticalshooter #harborfreight #pewpew #rangedayeveryday #selfdefense #2ndamendment
The firearms used in the video and all are unloaded for the demonstration used in this video. I do not sell firearms.
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Check out part 2 here! Spoiler alert, I plasti dip it.
Where??
@@Wrecksy I thought the link saved, sorry . Check out my channel page for part 2!
I've used these cases to store pistols, take them to the range, and even to fly with them. They are great cases for the price. Obviously not as high quality as something like a pelican case, but in my opinion the value vs cost makes these cases a no brainer. Cheaper than buying replacement foam for a pelican case in many instances.
Definitely worth the money in relation to others for sure. Thanks for sharing, take care
Just because Julia Robert's had one doesn't make pelicans good. Duh
I recently bought two Pelican pistol cases from a local thrift store for well under $100 each, both were in excellent condition, one still had the foam, which was uncut. Talk about luck.
These really are great for the money. Have one thats 3 years old thats been living in a truck, forgotten in the bed, rained on, exposed to chemicals, dropped, and opened/closed hundreds of times. Everything is still in great condition.
That’s good to know, I like things that can stand some abuse and last.
I have that for range days!! Easy to remove the foam and tough case. Just layout how you want it before you remove the foam.
These are definitely range day essentials!
I love it when you ripple that texture.
That’s what she said
Bought this exact one for my 6 handguns back in 2020! Love it, and it's still my storage case. Works great to take to the range too.
Nice! That’s awesome that’s it’s lasting a long time for you.
Nice presentation. Right to the point, with no silliness. Not boring.
Thank you, take care
I spray glue the 2 pieces of foam together. Then, flex seal the foam helps it from eventually coming apart after repeatedly taking stuff in and out.
That’s a good idea! Thanks for sharing
@RandoWayne .... no problem, there are a lot of videos on UA-cam about it
Thank you! Take care
yes the flex seal is amazing. I did 3 coats and it has held up for a couple years so far
I use Plastidip…but flex seal sounds more robust.
I may have to try out on my next one.
Just got the 5800 (the wheeled version).... reg. 99.00... it was 1/2 off. Today only (may 13) and one to a customer. Maybe our California friends will see this and take a look at it. They are as solid as Rando says. Good video! Thanks for making this
Nice! I grabbed the rifle case today. Couldn’t pass up the deals. Take care!
I grabbed the same 5800 case for half off at harbor freight as well. What a deal.
nice review. Excellent job reenforcing safety, storage and transportation. You are a responsible gun owner!
Thank you! I appreciate that. Take care!
Case club makes a high density form insert, just pull the pieces you don't need and can put back in if you need them. I have it for my case as well.
That’s a great suggestion, I’ll have to check them out. Thanks, take care
I have one of these. I wasn't crazy about the pick 'n pluck foam, so I ordered a custom insert for it and it looks & works great. I found a custom insert for a Pelican case that fit this one perfectly. You really can't beat the value of these cases. For a short time Sam's club sold a similar case for an incredible $20, but that's long gone.
I’m hoping with plasti dip the foam hold up but yeah for 20$ , too bad that deal isn’t around right now
@@RandoWayne I would be interested in a video showing how the plasti dip would work!
@@JaHawkey70 I can make this happen, I’ll show the process as I was going g to do this anyway
Wasn't boring at all, thanks for the video.
Thank you, take care
Nice setup!!! 🔥
Thank you. Take care
Thank you for sharing . I will add this to my collection.
Nice, I’m glad I did
Nice info. I just bought my first 9mm and will add more to the collection. That was a cool case. You never mentioned the coast,just that it was reasonably priced.
Only thing i dont like about it was anyone could pick it up and walk off with your collection. An idea i had was i have wood floors in my house. Might look into lagg screws into the wood from the inside of the box then locks on the outside when closed.
Really like the way you put them in. Most people lay them flat in between the two layers.
Ty for the video. Good stuff.
Cost wise , full price is around 60, at times they run 50%off sales or they even have 10-20% off coupons. I agree theft is a downfall . With one loss of a box your whole collection could be gone. I’d definitely recommend a gun safe for in the home and using the box mainly for transport. That being said lagging it down and locking it would ensure it doesn’t walk off easily.
Great review and informative demo! ill be buying one of these
Thanks! Take care and good luck
Nice layout!
Thank you! Take care
Nice frugal ingenuity! You deserve a sub
Thanks and take care!
Great job good idea
Thanks! Take care
Great job showing an affordable option for multi pistol storage/transport.
Thank you very much! Take care
I have that box and a couple other sizes. These are great. The price has gone up a lot but they can be had for a great price when Harbor Freight has their sales.
For sure! I always try to wait for the sales to snag a good deal! Take care
These look like a great option and even rated for flying.
Definitely a great travel option!
Great content!! Keep up the good work 👏
Thank you so much, take care!
I have the next smaller size H.F. case, it works very well. A good buy!
Nice! Take care
Thanks for the video. LOL now I have to go buy a case.
Heck yeah!
I did mine, turned out great!
That’s awesome!
Those are awesome. I have one for my suppressors
That’s awesome!
Very nice!!
Thanks! Take care
These cases are extremely cost effective. Unless you are packing expensive equipment and expect to drop the cases on a busy highway or lug it through a rain forest, these are more than enough. I replaced the pick-apart foam with padded work mats from Home Deport and interlocking floor mats.
That’s a good idea with the mats! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching. I do enjoy some cost effective options and I’ll definitely be getting another one.
You should spray the foam with plasti dip it'll keep the foam from tearing over time and keep it rigid.
@@LetsgoBrandon2023 that’s a great idea! I’m going to do this along with binding the 2 layers.
@@RandoWayne KB32 tactical has a video going over how to do it.
A day before this video dropped Harbor Freight had a 50% off all of these. I bought this very one for $32 and some change.I’m so glad o opened that email that morning. Had I shown up that afternoon they would’ve been gone!
I also picked up another case that day!
I love SwissTech, bought the same model, just in a different color
Nice! I like mine for just regular old pocketknife
Was searching youtube for Apache 4800 reviews and found your video, thanks.
Heads up for anyone else looking at these cases - Monday May 13th Harbor Freight has a one-day coupon for 50% off any Apache case
I saw this as well, I guess I’ll have to grab the rifle sooner than I thought!
Used my coupon today!!!! Yay!!!!
The more you use it the foam will start breaking. Spray the top with black Plastidip and it keeps the foam together. It also makes it easier taking things out!
@@1T5G1N0 Thanks for a great idea!
Dude thank u idk why I didn't think of this I'm takin my apache and doing the exact same thing bru👏🤙🤙🤙
Nice bro!
Well done my good man!!
Thanks for watching
@@RandoWayne you’re welcome bro, thanks for sharing.
Great video 👍 just checked, they are on sale till 6/6 🎉
Nice! I’m plasti dipping the foam right now and will upload a part 2 tomorrow to show the process. Take care
Turned out quite nice!
Heck yeah bro! If you don’t have one I’d give it a shot honestly.
@@RandoWayne I have been thinking about getting one for some musical gear… but your set up looks clean!
They are on sale for 50% off today!
harbor freight have these small and medium cases on sale once in a while
Definitely a good thing to grab especially when on sale
Only thing about them they are not TSA but good for range day
Nice set up
Definitely good for range day, take care
I'm wondering what slide manufacturer has the 3 Y symbols on the top? Thanks for your help! Just t watched I think all of your videos. Good stuff!
Thanks for watching, that slide is from grit grips. It’s my favorite clone slide I have. Take care
I have the 9800 and 4800, these are great sturdy and way cheaper than a pelican.
I’m all about saving some money! And having something good
@@RandoWayne raised in a poor Mexican household my parents were really frugal. So i completely understand that statement
These are nice
Definitely!
these apache cases are great! i use a slightly smaller one for my camera gear, definitely one of the best hard cases for "delicate" valuables especially for it's price
Yeah for the price it’s definitely worth it!
You should install some sort of silica in the case as well. Not sure where you are located but moisture is a thing.
You’re right, moisture is a problem and can definitely be a burden if using these for gun storage in a moisture rich environment.
Seems like a decent option compared to a pelican brand case. Subscribed!
Yeah they aren’t bad cases in all honesty. Thanks for watching, take care!
I have several of these and they've been great. I only had one issue where the pressure relief valve didn't work and the top of the case got "sucked in" on an airplane.
I could see how that would definitely be a problem. That being said these cases are very nice. Take care.
@@RandoWayne It didn't cause any damage, but it is stuck that way...
I travel with firearms A LOT, and I would definitely still recommend them after this little hiccup.
@@Toms2ATime that is good to know! I appreciate you sharing your experience
I picked up 2 ex-military Pelican Storm case im2600's that originally held AN/PLQ-11 countermeasure set, for $15 each. So I do need new foam for my camera equipment or a drone, or whatnot, but they were a heck of a deal. Deals are out there, just need to look for them. The Apache cases aren't bad, maybe a little overpriced for what they are with surplus Pelicans out there, for certain sizes. I have 4 sizes of Apache 1800, 3800, 4800, and 9600. I would like to get a pair of orange cases for the car to hold road emergency gear like flares and jumpbox and first aid stuff. Overall not bad boxes but the ad propaganda of HF 'beats" all other brands is laughable.
There are definitely deals out there to be had. The Apache aren’t bad for what they especially when on sale. Definitely better out there and definitely some worse but for the sale prices they will suit . Take care
@@RandoWayne Yep. I really enjoyed this video, hadn't seen this channel before. Got a new sub!
Thanks, I appreciate it
That’s a good idea I seen that case just need to get some more firearms
Hey , that’s a good plan!
Nice for sure. Thanks for the idea.
No problem, take care
These seem to be a great alternative to the pelican cases, I'll definty be picking one up next time they are on sale, Thanks for the review...........Side note what knife is that your using to cut the foam?
Thanks for watching, the knife is just a Swiss tech pocket knife actually.
Cool video.
Thank you
I have one and I absolutely love it. I just hate that the phone is it dirty. It is really soft and it flakes off on to the fire arms sometimes.
I’m going to spray plasti dip on mine to see if it helps? Take care!
@@RandoWayne please do a update video I would love to see the results.
@@esdguns I will I’ll start it today and drop the video once it’s all dry
Very nice case, very nice job, but the phrase "all your eggs in one basket" comes to mind. Don't let it out of your sight at the range!
That’s a good phrase for this instance. You’re absolutely right though and I will be keeping an eye on it always. Or I will let it in my locked vehicle which is parked right behind me. Take care
@@RandoWaynejust watched your second video on it. The plastic dip on the foam was a great idea! I'll have to add that to some of my gun cases.
Nice, I can’t take credit for the idea but wanted to share it and hope it helped some people. Thanks again for watching and sharing.
Cool, they get to steal the whole stash. =)
Everyone is really into theft these days.
Where are your slides from? Particularly the second third from left, fifth from left and 6th.
The slides and firearms are as follows from the left. Sig Xmacro tacops, psa micro dagger frame and aimsurplus g43 slide with ported barrel, psa micro dagger mc1 full firearm, psa full size frame with aimsurplus slide and psa threaded barrel, grit grips frame with psa dagger slide, grit grips full gg19 slide is cut and has a ported barrel also. Last on the right is a Glock 35. Thank you for watching, take care.
One of the first travel cases I bought. The medium-ish sized one. I could fit 2 pistols laying down inbetween the foam and 2 on top with a layer of foam over that. (Foam was cut/pulled to fit them. Very easy and at the time I think $30. Two lockable rings, and that pressure knob thingy I forget the name of. Had it for years without any issues.
Nice , I hope mine last years as well
@@RandoWayne Plus if you ever really need to; save the foam and a little dab of glue to stick em back together to redesign the layout. These block tear away foam inserts can be reused like that a lot easier than a solid piece of foam.
Nice. Do the rifle case next.
You’re reading my mind
Giddy up
How did you find it so cheap? I can't find it for under $60 and the foam in it looks nothing like what's in the video, did you get that separately?
I bought it when they did the 50% sale, they do it every now and again, just have to keep an eye out
Great review. What blade is that? Thanks in advance.
It’s a micro tech knockoff in all honesty. Works good though and fills the space nicely.
@@RandoWayne…so what is it?
All their cases are 50% off right now. Just picked up a couple.
Nice!
Love the gansta hat style, very cool for an adult
I’m not really sure how to respond to this? If you’re trying to be offensive it’s a poor attempt and really pointless to “try” to find fault in others. Take care
Love that you’re insecure @campdavid54
Excellent vid! Very helpful!
Thanks, I’ll be dropping the video today of plasti dipping it
This is certainly a "cheaper" way to do things, but cost vs value are two different things. Yes, this may be cheaper than a dedicated, purpose-built gun case, but I don't see the value here. $60 for the Apache 4800, plus $10 for Plasti-dip, plus your time and effort, and all you have is just an "OK" solution to store/carry your pistols. For $150 you can get a Condition 1 case with far better foam and much better gun retention. Or if that's too much for you, a Case Club for $100-130, again, with way better foam and gun retention(and it comes with a rechargeable silica canister). Far better value for a far superior gun case, and really, $30-100 more shouldn't be an issue when you have $1000s worth of firearms inside. The kicker is they're both made in the USA... if that's worth anything to you.
That’s fair, the cases I have I did buy at the time of thier 50% sale so that did cut the cost in half. I always recommend people do what fits them best but in this ‘case’ I decided to show what I was doing for others that may want general information. I know there are “better” options and even ones that are made in the USA. I always try to support made in the USA when I can, I mean I was made here I think, my parents didn’t vacation out of the country around that time so I’m thinking I was.. anyways I do like the rechargeable silica canister notion! Take care
Price ?
And
How thick is the foam above those optics ?
60 beans but can be had on sale at 50% off at times. There is a top layer of foam on the lid that is around 1 inch
How do you feel about Red dot's on pistols?
It honestly took a while to get used to but now it’s second nature. When I draw now the red dot or green, is in a natural view area with both eyes open.
I tried this on my case but the foam feels real flimsy. Any way to make it tighter?
In my other video I do show how I plasti dip sprayed it and did aid greatly!
Looks good
I have 4 of these I use for camping gear.
I’ll sag another and build what you did.
Great cases for the money!
Definitely! Take care!
@RandoWayne nice knife what’s the make and model please?
It’s a knock off micro tech, I believe it’s a viper tech
Where can I buy extra foam in case of mistakes?
Amazon actually sells it but it appears that it is around 50 beans for full replacement.
What type of pocket knife are you using?
Just a swisstech knife.
Nice setup. Is this the Apache 4800?
Yes it is.
@RandoWayne I rewatched the video and noticed you said that lol sorry. Thanks for the quick response and stay safe bud. Keep up the good work.
@@R.P._Tactical no worries, thanks for watching. Be safe out there.
Hey, you say it's budget friendly but I didn't hear you say a price, and I don't see it anywhere in your description or any links. So what's the price lol??
Sorry about that, 60 beans normally or at times they offer a 50% coupon.
Nice looking case. I dislike that type of foam. it is open cell and will wear out the finish on your pistols. I just to dot like to prematurely wear off the finish. Open cell foam is an abrasive.
I plan on using just for transport so I hope that I don’t experience any wear just from that.
@@RandoWayne That is what I did and the safety levers, well everything that protruded on my CZ SP-01 and other toys had finish wear and it happened fairly quickly. When I used the case after that I always used a rag or towel to keep the foam from doing further damage. I then started to use Savior range bags and pistol sleeves. I actually sometimes use the sleeves and just stack them inside my hard case (when I take too many toys to the range). Keep an eye on it for sure. You might not have issues. Do a search for "foam polishing pad" and you will see similar foam is used to "cut" and polish auto and other finishes.
That makes sense though, I remember buffing cars when I was younger with a foam pad so I’m sure it will happen. Thanks for sharing though and looking out for everyone
I didn’t notice the price! How much?
Normally 60 but get get them at 50% off at times or at least 10% off every couple weeks with a coupon
You showed the holes cut with the knife but not actually doing it. Why is that?
The video would have been a lot longer, was trying to cut to the chase
Buy Chinesium, no room for complacency
Thanks for the view! Take care
Your welcome. Just tryin to alter the algorithm to your benefit
Never store your firearms in foam cases or even rifles in soft cases they absorb moisture and will cause rusting. These should only be used for transport.
Thats why you keep the silicone pack in the box and add more if needed.
Transport is why I did this. I have a safe for storage
What knife was that?
An otf micro tech knock off.
What knife is that?
Just a knockoff microtech
I'd never store a firearm against foam, transport is fine, asking for rust for those blued weapons ...
I understand that, I like them for transportation
@@RandoWayne Had good luck throwing a rechargeable desiccant canister in there too.
no link to the exact product?
It’s an Apache 4800, very easy to access once you open harbor freight site.
@@RandoWayne thank you!
Foam breaks down over time and from chemicals. Never mind retaining moisture in the case, I wouldnt store my guns in any case like that. Great for transport, not for storing.
Yeah my main goal is transporting
Affirmative. I live in south Florida where it is very humid and you’re gonna have some rust and damaged bluing if you leave a firearm in a foam case in this climate. I’m a retired gun dealer so I have a lot of firearms and unfortunately I spray an anti rust aerosol tacky grease type coating on them for long term storage.
@@onionhead5780 that’s a good idea, humidity is a big factor when thinking of proper storage. When I was a kid my dad kept some long rifles in the basement in a cheap safe and sue to the moisture of just that that all had some pitting.
Just use a desiccant pack.
Good idea
Travis?
Not sure who Travis is but thanks for watching
Cost?
60 dollhairs normally but there are sales atone times for half off.
How much is it?
60 beans normally
4:39 What fun is it if they are unloaded? 😒
How much was the case?
60 beans but can be had at half off at times when on sale
Thanks Rando. very helpful
I’m at the end and you never said the price… I guess good way to get me to watch the whole video…
Sorry thought I did, also the comments do highlight the price a few times but thanks for watching
@@RandoWayne Not upset, just thought it was funny…as soon as I saw the brand and you mentioned the store, I was about to bounce over to Harbor freight and check, but I thought nah… he’ll tell us. Lol.
They are 60$ but recently had a sale for half off
@@RandoWayne that’s a steal! I’ll wait for a sale, I like the orange.
Since you’re here, my first pew pew was (recently) a TP9SC do I go TTI, or Sft pro or a different brand entirely for number two?
put all your pistols in an easy to steal case!
Thanks for watching!
Whatever I use foam like that, it never looks like clean. I have bad luck on that kind of foam
I’m sorry to hear that. The tear apart stuff with the really broke free clean.
same case with a different name cheaper on amazon. Willing to bet they made in the same factory in China.
Anything is possible? Kind of like optics as well
You need a camera stand… avoid the one handed thing.
I have one for at the range but for the up close decided to one hand it. Take care, thanks for watching
@@RandoWayne Cool…,! They come in handy
BS, I have 3 of them They are not cut this way
You mean the pick a part foam?
The valve on the front is for flying
Yes for pressure? I figured it if tightened in would also aid with keeping waterproof. Thanks for sharing!
Harbor freight is really good at selling absolute garbage
At least when you loose or break 10mm socket it’s quick and easy to replace , a few times.
3:43 muscle memory
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LOL…
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did I miss the part where you mention the price? 6 minutes of a guy cutting foam. waste of time.
I did mention the price in there, the comments also highlight it though and the sales that take place. Thanks for watching. Take care
Go cry to your mom cuz she's the only one who cares.