Product Spotlight: Magpul DAKA Grid Gun Case Organizer
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- The DAKA® Grid is a modular system of interlocking foam blocks that fit inside your rifle case and enable you set up a custom-fitted interior for your specific gun. Magpul offers DAKA grids for several Pelican cases right now, with more on the way for other cases. Brownells Gun Tech™ Caleb shows us how it works using the DAKA kit for the Pelican Vault V730 rifle case. The base grid fits in the bottom of the case, then you plug a set of foam pegs into the bottom grid to create the support structure around your rifle. Want to carry a different rifle? It's easy to rearrange the pegs to fit that gun. But how did Magpul come up with this clever system?
The old method of getting custom-fitted foam in your gun case was to buy a blank sheet of foam, trace the outline of your rifle, and cut it with a knife or pluck away bits of foam to make the cutout. Neither approach is easy or fast. And what happens if you alter your rifle? Say you swap a red dot for a scope? Your foam doesn't fit perfectly anymore. You have to re-cut it or may have to get a new block of foam and start over. NOT fast, easy, or inexpensive! The solution from the brilliant minds at Magpul: a modular, super easy-to-reconfigure system of interlocking foam blocks.
Magpul's chemical-resistant polypropylene foam is actually LIGHTER than the foam that comes in the typical rifle case. It's also stiffer, so the gun is even less likely to shift around in the case during strenuous handling.
Caleb shows us how to set up the DAKA Grid Organizer. You'll retain the original foam for the top of the case. Insert the DAKA base grid in the bottom. Lay the gun on the base grid where you want it to sit, then plug the pillar blocks into the base grid around the gun to secure it in place. Start by inserting a double (for guns under 7 lbs.) or triple (guns over 7 lbs.) row of pillar blocks from the rear of the buttstock to the edge of the case. Insert another row from the muzzle to the opposite edge of the case. Run more pillars around the gun to the edges of the case, but if the gun has an optic, leave it free-floating.
Try to position the thickest (side to side) part of the gun - usually the optic - as close to the very center of the case as possible. This will make it easier to close the lid. Closing the lid the first time may require some effort. The foam will soon compress and conform around the gun, and from then on closing the case will be easier. The whole point is to secure the gun tightly so it can't move.
The DAKA blocks and the outer walls of the case work together to suspend your gun in 360 degrees of protection around it, which pretty much guarantees that gun is NEVER going to shift around in there. It's like having a posse of really big, burly bodyguards protecting your gun all the time!
Can't wait for the Pelican 1700?/Harbor freight long case kit!
I have a 1750 and I've been waiting for one since they announced it abt 6 months ago
I cut slots in the foam and thread double-sided Velcro through it. Loop the ends over the firearm and press one end against the other. Got a few of them that way. Easy to do. Easy to adjust for different options or different weapons. Only cost is the Velcro.
Oh I like this idea!
That looks really awesome. Magpul has come along way since just magazines.
MOAR DAKA!! WAHHHHHHH
Fellow warhammer fan 😂 👍👍
I'll wait til Magpul starts selling their own cases that come with this setup rather than dropping $200+ on a Pelican case just to turn around and spend even more on Magpul's foam. If I'm going to that much on the Pelican case I'm going to take the time to cut the foam myself for that specific rifle. I've only done it once before and it isn't perfect but that rifle doesn't budge.
If youre wanting to know, buying a pelican case plus this daka insert is cheaper currently on optics planet than buying the full magpul case of the same size listed on their website
@@rockyhooks3372 oh they actually do sell a case now? derp, i hadnt even looked LOL
@@Fadaar well its not actually available to buy yet lol but its listed on their site. I think the pelican cases look way better but I’m not trying to toss 340 on a case anyways
This Magpul briefcase is futuristic, Caleb.
Aah yes the attaché case L just what I needed stranger
tis a beautiful thing mate
gun rhymes with fun for a reason!
Caleb just takes every chance to show off his nice rifle lol
Mixing a few of my favorite things, well built boxes, Legos, and guns; sad it is just so EXPENSIVE.
I could see that being handy to section off to take several handguns to the range.
I had the same thought
$330 and up for those who want to know.
Thank you
Custom foam is similar, but not adaptive to different loadouts.
@@racer14glr91 what's your point? All I did was answer a question for people that I myself had and usually have when I watch these types of videos. I didn't comment on either type of product. I merely stated the listed cost.
@@MrFixItGa don't get offended. All I did was add some additional info.
@@MrFixItGa stop being sensitive, it's the internet.
I got one for my V730. The system itself works well but the base foam is way too thick though. I had to order a custom fitted 1.5" thick replacement base layer to get the case to close on my rifles, others have experienced the same issue.
I've said it before, and i agree with me, MagPul owns M-Lok, consequently i would have called this new system M-Lok Foam.
Since the Magpul large case is not yet in production and retail sales, I bought the Organizer inserts and foam base to adjust for use in my Pelican 1750 case.
To retro-fit a Pelican 1750 I measured and traced outlines of the Pelican 1750 case foam onto the Magpul Daka foam. I cut this foam to fit the Pelican with a pocket knife honed to a razor-edge.
I measured and marked removal of two rows of the Organizer base sheets (with the holes) and cut the Grid to fit perfectly in the Pelican 1750 using a Bosch Oscillating tool and cutting blades (BOSCH OSL005C 5-Piece Starlock Oscillating Multi Tool Assorted Set Blades). Initially I tried using a Dremel cutting disk 1 1/2" diameter, but found that to be too shallow a cut.
Now, comes the arranging of the blocks according to this video to secure my Tikka T3X Tactical A1 and the mounted Kahles 252i DLR optics. The foam bottom from Magpul is thick and might make the space available for the rifle and scope side-turrets not workable for closing the case lid. Modifications to the foam and/or the coated styrofoam Organizer inserts might be necessary in order to close the Pelican 1750 case with 5.3Inch interior height versus the 5.5inch internal height of the proposed Magpul LR53.
I have one for the v800, it’s very cool to reconfigure fast 💨
cool but not $300 cool
FYI- Pelican case sold seperatly.. lol , but this kit is only a c-note! definatly worth looking into!
I like the idea of this system.....Legos for longarms.
TSA doesn’t chuck your luggage. Everything is moved throughout the system on belts and rollers. Your luggage is chucked into the airplane cargo area every time it’s loaded into the airplane. Damage doesn’t occur on the TSA end it occurs when it’s loaded onto the airplane. TSA has installed extensive camera systems to ensure your luggage is handled correctly while it’s in the TSA system.
TSA from top to bottom is staffed with some reprehensible and indefensible humans. Having to install cameras "extensively" tells you everything we need to know.
Really looking forward to these.
Expensive Legos.
Worth it but wish they gave you more accessories
I'm using KOR case insert that vacuum fits the rifles. More pricy than this, but I don't have to deal with building blocks switching between guns.
Magpul suggests once transfer of OEM foam to DAKA replacement system to close it for 24 hours, doing this before adding any gear in to the case, this allows for settling of it all. Truth just doing this instruction was difficult so glad my firearm was not inside to compound the latching. No one says exactly but on a Pelican Vault 800 there are three base layers of OEM included foam to remove before adding DAKA system.
Expensive and I don't recommend it if you have large side turrets. By the time you get done putting your pelican case with DAKA inserts together you've pretty much spent almost $400. For a case. Its main saving grace is the reconfigurability.
That might be the largest gun case I've seen. It's huge. Can get 2 rifles, 25 hand guns and a spotting scope. And a plethora of magazines. Do you know what a plethora is El Jeffe?
I could make soooooo many pegging jokes 😂
"The cure for the common case" ...I should be their marketing dude!
Bud Light is looking for one
@@mikehammer2075 I don't own a dress... 😘
i can see the applications for this, however, IMO feels like a gimmick. Sure this is Generation one of this DAKA style but id imagine my opinion is bias. I prefer incognito cases. Being from the Seattle area I have a guitar case and a golf bag for longer sporting rifles. But yes I love the case for airliner transportation. I believe its too much case for range needs.. Great Spotlight @Caleb I enjoy these videos a lot. just my 2cents
They weren't "reading the destructions fully."
Yep I heard that.
Would love to see a breakdown and hear your thoughts on the Surefire Warden
The tactical waffle. Iron out your problems using the tactical waffle.
They don’t give you enough of the organizing pieces for what you pay…if they gave you more, you could organize more things in the case. Nice idea… but for the cost, they need to give you more.
"Foam Surgeon" 😂😂😂
What about compression on the large bottom pad? For those running lights or accessories at 3 and 9 o’clock?
When is the system coming out for Pelican 1720?
V nice
I keep seeing this product but I’m not sold on it. I feel like there is too many different gun parts is many sizes for the pieces to fit exactly right.
Is it possible to reduce the magnification of Styrofoam?
Lego's for Adults!! How long did it take them? ( a bit of sarcasm)
The beanie babies😂 thanks boss
I betcha Caleb uses Ballistol on his hair. One product that does it all......
great content great review: I like the doka case it has versatility, but you are paying mostly for the Magpul name and even y'all have to admit, that there is nothing like that nice neatly cut to the firearm type case, especially with some optional cuts, for optics, mags, and other accessories. but really the Magpul Doka case, just doesn't offer much in internal aesthetics. really it looks sloppy internally
Pelican is the way.
Hey wait a minute - that case still has foam on the top! LOL.
Every day we become closer and closer to Legos.
What about a two long gun set up with a pistol? Can it. Be done and or would it be easier with the additional parts coming up from magpul
I could save ya $325 . Buy an old suitcase and blanket from goodwill. Done. 😂
What Would Lebowski Do?
Resident Evil 4 suitcase
How to you use this DAKA system with a LPVO with an offset red dot? Seems like there is not enough space.
Did he say "modular"?!
Is it model 730 cuz it’s gonna cost $730?
Or for about $9 you could spray plastidip on your foam and it'll last for years
that's a thing?
@@digitalsmithy yep.
@@TUKByV Love the idea, thanks
Facts
Can you do a video on magazine rattle?
Looks like a nice system and the modularity is vary nice. But personally nothing beats the look of a custom foam cutout. Possibly having both is a good option. Custom foam cutout for your nice custom gun that you dont mess with and this one for your training/running gun that you tend to change up every once in awhile. Good video. Keep them coming!
Why have a custom gun if you never mess with it? I'd shoot that sumbitch till it dies
I didn't appreciate the Beanie Baby joke, I lost millions on the Great Beanie Baby Crash of 1999. I had to sell my home and live on the streets for 10 years!!
Don't let your beanie babies rub together and have an accidental discharge.
Don't want to tell Brownells their business but how about a "link" straight to their products "in the information below"
UA-cam will not allow it.
@@brownells And yet anyone else can link to Amazon... Sounds fair
I like the idea, but this should go back for a redesign bc it looks so clunky.
I'd rather have quiet wheels in both my pelican rifle cases.... so bad in fact there's DIY's on them changing them out with roller blade wheels. Im not alone
Pelican corporate executives " who cares about quiet wheels "
LEGOS for guns.
I love magpul, but im not at all impressed...i guess i will wait 5 yrs until the 3rd gen comes out
LoL. Kinda true! With windows!
I'm honestly unable to come up with any functional advantage this has over foam. Its not that hard to just cut new plugs when you buy an attachment and save them for when you want to switch attachments.
@@jamesbaker3153 true. But if you use one case for multiple loadouts. Say one day a PRS rifle, next a carbine and shotgun. The foam in some brands does not last long. It's another option that wasn't available before. Don't understand the hate from some. Just don't buy it. Simple
@@jamesbaker3153facts!!!
@racer14glr91 there was no hate in @jamesbakers comment. Just an OPINION. He didn't say it was trash or it sucks, or anything like that
Good Info.
Attaché case
Tactical beanie babies for home defense? 😂
Gun Legos...
It’s ugly and wastes too much space! Plus it’s too expensive for what it is. Better to get custom close sell foam or cutting your own.
Why would you configure it so your optic is carried down?
It doesn't matter.
I have zero use for this construct.
A price of a rifle just to put a single rifle?😮
Get the Pelican Apache outta here!
Am I the only one who could really care less about this? Seriously, way better and cheaper options.
Overpriced, just like pelican cases.
Only people who don’t value their optics would use that crap. It’s hard and not practical.
This thing looks like a nightmare
Overpriced gimmick!!!