SKB ATA Single Scoped Rifle Case

by SKB

Product Features

• Capable of accommodating a single scoped rifle.
• Internal Dimensions: 48" x 9" x 4" ; Weight: 11 lbs.
• Features TSA recognized and accepted trigger release latches.
• Molded HDPE shell
• $1500 Content Coverage free with this case!

Product Description

This compact, stylish case is molded from ultra-high density molecular weight polyethylene - the material specified by the U.S. military for cases and containers. Capable of accommodating a rifle up to 48", the 2SKB-4900 features SKB's unique Perfect Match Valance Bending System for a perfect seal. This case is weather resistant, stackable, and features bumper protected hardware and stainless steel D-Rings for a carry strap (strap not included).

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 50 x 11.5 x 5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001B97D4K
• Item model number: 2SKB-4900
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,213 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Air Travel, December 3, 2010

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Doug (Seattle) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: SKB ATA Single Scoped Rifle Case (Sports)

I've spent the last week scouring airline websites determining the myriad of ways they could screw me with fees or refuse to transport my rifle. This case, on paper, avoids all of them.

Most airlines have imposed oversize fees ($75 each way) for bags measuring over 62 linear inches (Length + Width + Depth). This case clocks in at 61.

It's true some airlines classify rifles as sports equipment and exempt cases from the size (but not the weight) requirement. I've also read several threads that as long as you're below the weight limit no airline agent is going to crack out a tape measure. However I have read of people getting stuck with oversize fees which often exceed the cost of the case you're traveling with.

American Airlines apparently does impose this fee and doesn't count a rifle case as sports equipment. I'm not sure about the others, but this case leaves no room for judgment (print out the dimensions (in case they get cute with you) and show them to the agent: 49 x 8 x 4).

It does not come with locking latches, but rather two slots each to be secured with padlock. When secured with two keyed padlocks this will certainly get past security. This is probably intentional and not just a cost-saving measure. The TSA website reads, "The container must be locked. A locked container is defined as one that completely secures the firearm from access by anyone other than you. Cases that can be pulled open with little effort do not meet this criterion." Because TSA employees have access to TSA master keys, having a TSA lock on your rifle case would technically not meet this definition.

Further, Delta's website reads "TSA locks are not approved for securing firearms." Thus, while TSA locks are appropriate for luggage, they are not appropriate for securing firearms cases. It would be nice to have non-TSA locks integrated into the latches but considering latches can break due to abuse by the airlines (the case provides for user-replaceable lifetime free replacement latches with same-day shipment), having the eyelets for use with padlocks is probably a better choice.

As far as the case itself, it accommodates my scoped 7MM Remington 700 BDL (it's 46 1/2" per the Cabela's site and the case says it'll accommodate a 48" rifle. It's hard to squeeze a box of ammo in with the case but it can be done; cleaning rags and some other small items should be fine. Depending on the size of your magazine, you could probably fit that alongside the rife.

The case is sturdy, the foam plush. My only hesitation is that the midpoint on the broad side of the case has a bit of give to it without the rifle in it. I believe your rifle would be protected quite well from baggage handlers throwing this around and on the ground, but if someone stood on the broad side of it, I believe you'd have some issues. Maybe that's why the manufacturer threw in $1500 content coverage.

Unlike the SKB freedom double rifle case (it's an economy model for around 149), the case secures well and doesn't require you to lay on it to close it. This case also doesn't have a cheap layer of Styrofoam in it, it just has the foam and it appears secured well to the case.

While it may seem limiting to only bring one rifle, this case will fit in the trunk of my civic without popping the seats down (unlike the double rifle freedom case).

If you need to get your rifle safely to your destination and don't want to risk the airlines stiffing you with any fees, buy this case and a couple of NON-TSA keyed padlocks. It's a quality product at a reasonable price.

----------Update-------------

I took it on a flight from Seattle, through Denver, then to Nebraska and the case worked great. The lady at Frontier Airlines said TSA locks were fine so go figure...it may vary airline to airline. I had non-TSA locks so she made sure I stuck around while they checked it out (a good idea anyway). As an aside, many airports won't simply put a rifle on the conveyor belt out or put it down the oversized ramp where skis and golf clubs come out. They'll have their baggage guy bring it to the airline's baggage office near bag claim. Just a heads up to look there and be sure to keep your claim tags. Happy travels.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great rifle case, May 11, 2010

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Robert Neil - See all my reviews
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I found this at several local sporting goods stores - I liked it, but they were quite expensive. I use it for my Browning x-bolt .30-06 stainless stalker with Leupold VX-3 scope - it fits perfectly and does not move around. A guy at the shooting range told me he has taken this same case to Africa on airplanes, he added another layer of foam behind the egg crate foam for a tighter fit and had no problems with the baggage handlers throwing his case around - his rifle & scope arrived without damage - just a few scuff marks on the case.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great TSA Compliant Lockable Case, August 18, 2011

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Alan Montgomery (Durham, NC) - See all my reviews
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I was in need of a case for a shotgun that could fly out with me to Nebraska. I had seen this case in the bass pro catalogue for quite a bit more money and a lot more for shipping.

Ordered it from Amazon and had it delivered the next day. Shotgun fit perfectly and made it safely to and from Nebraska. TSA had no issues with the locks on the case.

Highly recommended.