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Old 12-17-2011, 09:32 PM
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I am at the thinking stage of making a case to put a special gun in. What is the material that is below the fabric. I'm talking about the sunken area that the gun sits it. Is it styrofoam, molding clay, I've even thought of using that foam spray used to insulate houses. The gun could be wrapped in clear plastic wrap to make the mold. Probably something better/easier that is used. Anybody know? Thanks.
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There is no standard. I have seen them made from simple wood blocks for the high points with the draping fabric swooping down for the low points. I have also seen them made from foam, molded cardboard, molded plastic, and then being covered with fabric. I have also seen the boxes (better quality ones) actually carved or routed out and then either stained and varnished, or covered with suede or another nice material. Basically, it's made of what ever your imagination, skill level and patience limit is.

Sometimes you can buy partially finished ones at craft stores, and put the final fitting and custom touches on yourself. Have fun.

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Thanks Chief38, right now leaning toward carving the wood as I've done some of that. A nice wood stain would highlight the gun and brass plaque might add a little something.
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I have an older Chase Harper motorcycle tank bag that has a separate compartment that is mostly filled with foam, the idea being that you can cut it out to cradle whatever you intend to carry there: camera, gun, tools, whatever. It is fairly stiff, but still rebounds to the touch. It is also very easy to cut cleanly with a razor blade or Xacto knife. I don't know what the foam is called, but If I had your project, it is the first thing I would think of.
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+1 on the foam. Quick, easy, cheap, and easy to start over if necessary.
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If you are going to use foam, there is a type called chair cushion foam. It's not the foam rubber that is covered to make regular sofa cushions or such. This is really dense. If you can't find it at a craft shop or fabric store, you may have to check with an upholstery shop. The easiest way to cut it is with a standard kitchen type electric carving knife and follow up with an exacto knife to make small cuts.

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