Comments on: Stinger Missile Box Makes Dandy Double-Gun Safari-Style Case

By: octagonforce

octagonforce — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 02:59:01 +0000

It wouldn’t surprise me if the VPC will start using pix from your Stinger Storage Box/50 Cal combo as “proof” that 50 cals can “take down aircraft” in one of their Google “researches”…sadly I am only half way joking.

By: Jack

Jack — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:30:46 +0000

Before you fly with these you need to check with the airline…while what the editor said about oversize luggage may be correct with some airlines….

Southwest considers gun cases ‘sporting goods’ and the dimension restrictions don’t apply (it does count as a checked bag)……Now if you brought something that was 30x30x90 they might balk…..and I’m sure these are subject to change…..

By: Richard king

Richard king — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:44:05 +0000

These make great F-open range kits.
I added two 10” wheels in the back and bar up front and handle the box like a two wheel dolly. The large wheels handle natural terrain much better then the small airport wheels.
The rifle rides in the box on the front rest and rear bag. The legs on my front rest fold back so I can put the rifle down one side of the box. This leaves room beside the rifle for spotting scope and its base. But the box is 11” wide and will accept the Cadwell BR base. A bigger front rest can be strapped on top via the many open tubes.

I can also put all my other gear into this one range box. I have a one plastic box with tools and cleaning equipment, another box for my items needed at the firing line – wind meter, timer, glasses, etc. 200 rounds of ammo, cleaning rod, towel, Midway small mat, log book, elbow pad and a couple of bottles of water – all find their place.

Roll it back to the truck and in she goes. Back home everything is always loaded and ready to roll.

By: Gerry Nordmann

Gerry Nordmann — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:19:29 +0000

If you can make it into the Air Port carring a Stinger box with “Explosive
Projectile” stenciled on it you are either very brave or very stupid. And,
if you don’t get the Air Port shut down and evacuated we might get to see you on the evening news being escorted out in cuffs.
“Badlands”

By: Roy

Roy — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:32:05 +0000

Well I read the entire article …twice..and I still do not know what Paul did with the stingers!!!

with tongue in cheek,
Roy

By: Editor

Editor — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:21:20 +0000

First, as Gerry notes in another comment, you’d better strip off all the rocket/explosive references, or repaint the whole box, before you head to an airport.

On most airlines they can be checked, provided they are locked. However, you will probably have to pay “oversize” fees. Most domestic carriers impose fees if the COMBINED dimensions (L+H+W) exceed 62 inches. With this box you’re at 62″ before adding width and height.

Also, consider weight. Many carriers impose extra fees if the baggage item weighs 50 lbs/23 kgs or more. Other carriers set the limit at 70 lbs/32 kgs. You never want to exceed 70 lbs as the fees can be astronomical. American Airlines charges $450.00 for any checked item weighing between 71 lbs and 100 lbs. — That could be more than your ticket cost!

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:45:19 +0000

Can these be checked as luggage? Or are they too large?