Expygator
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What should I look for in a rifle case for my M&P 15? I only have one rifle now, but I see soft cases that hold two or three.
Opinions? Suggestions welcome.
Thanks
Opinions? Suggestions welcome.
Thanks
M&P tactical rifle case
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78Staff
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Two-rifle bags are handy, but get very heavy if you load them up with loaded mags and typical range gear. I tried a few different setups and have decided for me single bags for ind. rifles, and a separate range bag for ammo, tools, extra gear, etc. works best. I have a two-rifle bag also that I use occasionally, but mostly just use single bags.
One rifle, one bag . . .
I use a Nike baseball bag. Blue/gray w/ sporty stripes, etc. Two padded compartments. Adjustable sling. Interrior net pouches that hold 4 pmags, cleaning kit, etc. Not really that heavy. Very low-key non threatening. Got it at Goodwill for $5.00. Think outside the box.
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Expygator
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That is the one I had my eye on.
78Staff
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I had one of those, although it was the double, not the single model. I returned it because it seemed cheaply buildt compared to other similar bags (Condor, Voodoo, etc) and it stunk so bad - you know that "odor" that some nylon products have from processing. I'm pretty sure the odor would go away if you left it outside for a couple days, though. I just decided to go with another brand (The S&W bags are made by Allen).
EDiT - here's a mini review thread I wrote a while back if it helps... http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-...401-s-w-tactical-2-rifle-case-made-allen.html
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When I got my first AR (a M&P 15-22) I looked at soft cases. My daughter has a hard case for her AR and it is ridiculously large. The soft cases at the gun store were the same price whether they were for a single rifle or double. I knew what I wanted. I wanted a padded case with lots of pockets to hold mags. etc. I ended up getting the double soft rifle case which is good because the black rifle disease got me and I now own the 15-22 and the M&P VTAC II AR's. Having both rifles in the case does make it heavy. But not as heavy as my daughter's hard case. Plus with the pockets, I keep the AR mags in the AR case. I should add that my soft case does not have any "badging" on it. I of the belief that you don't advertise what you have.
JJEH
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That's how I see it as well. Unless you go with a hard case.
Soft case wise there's nothing wrong with an Allen/M&P case. They offer 38" and 42" in size (single rifle).
Another idea would be the Barrett case. More expensive but very nice and sturdy.
If you want to invest in a hard case, Pelican, Storm and SKB come to mind.
EDIT:
If you want something different check this out
http://shop.thugcase.com/main.sc
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cyphertext
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A double rifle case makes things easier if you are taking more than one rifle to the range. I take my Sport, and one of my .22lr with me when I go to the range. With two rifles in one case, it is one less bag to carry.
vdotmatrix
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Ya know what is nice, is carrying the rifle broken down in a discreet bag like a tennis bag or a case made for discreet carry. That's just me, but people in general freak a little when they think you are transporting firearms.
bobboodis45
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I've seen that one as well and really like how its got the M&P logo on there. If anyone has the soft case how does that perform as far as the padding goes? I just got my sport and the flimsy cardboard box it came in will not last to long LOL but of course want to keep it as safe as I can. Planned on a case for her and saw an M&P kinda 'bail out bag' for all my gear and such so theres not too much weight in the rifle case.
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Midway branded bags are low priced, good quality, and serve the purpose.
MichiganScott
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I used to have a couple of two gun cases and stopped using them except for travel because they are too heavy for me anymore. I like the idea of having a set of mags for the correct caliber along with a sling some of the other usual accessories in the pockets on the bag.
It so happens that I bought a case at Academy today. I was looking at ammo (and bought some Monarch 223) when I saw this case browsing around. I took it to the counter and asked if I can borrow one of their AR15 with a 16" barrel for a fit. It was perfect (when collapsed). It was an Academy brand and for $40.
I just picked up a "Lodge Outfitters" double rifle soft case for $80. It has a pad separating each weapon which are secured with three straps each. The thing I like best, the straps can be moved to suite the weapon you are putting in the case. It seems to work very well for my M&P-15 and 10/22
Dave B.
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I'm of the one rifle, one soft case mindset. You wont run the risk of your guns crashing into each other with that strategy. I have one plastic (Doskin?) case that I actually bought for one of my Beeman "adult airguns" and I use it for my M&P Sport AR. I like the single gun soft cases best.
