How To Easily Cut Rifle & Camera Case Foam (4K)

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  • Quick tutorial how to cut the foam inserts that come in cases, whether they're for rifles, cameras, or other equipment.
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  • @fuzzyreticle
    @fuzzyreticle 6 лет назад +38

    Who knew all those handprint tracingTurkeys we made as kids would apply to our firearm hobby! Thanks Mrs. Smith for the mad tracing skills.

  • @siestatime4638
    @siestatime4638 6 лет назад +90

    Minor suggestion: When you have more than one layer of foam, glue the layers together after you're satisfied with your cutouts. The layers then help to support each other, and help prevent "thin" areas, like around the scope turret, from sagging.

    • @Mrgunsngear
      @Mrgunsngear  6 лет назад +4

      thanks for the report

    • @tonylamadrid1718
      @tonylamadrid1718 3 года назад +4

      What type of glue do you recommend for this?

    • @MrJRSLim
      @MrJRSLim 2 года назад +4

      @@tonylamadrid1718 It's been a year, but... 3M Super 77 Spray adhesive seems to do pretty well. Comes in a maroon can and is available at most DIY stores and probably Wal Mart.

    • @goodredman
      @goodredman Год назад

      Just found this older video, and was wondering where to buy replacement foam inserts for the best quality at reasonable prices for this use. Great information have older military transit cases some lacking foam. even One has an inspection data sheet from 1993 the foam insert literally deteriorated to the point where you press into it and it just caves in can literally wash it down the drain with water totally deteriorated after 30 years plus. Any help is appreciated if anybody still monitoring this.😢

  • @kellyokamoto1604
    @kellyokamoto1604 6 лет назад +36

    An added tip: make sure the weight distribution is somewhat even, side to side. Otherwise, when you're carrying it by the center-mounted handle, one end may droop more than the other side. It gets old after awhile.

    • @princevalencia8816
      @princevalencia8816 2 года назад +2

      Thank you for this!!!!!

    • @goodredman
      @goodredman Год назад +1

      That’s a great tip. Hadn’t really thought about keeping the weight even making it easier to carry for longer periods of time. Even more important when using a carry strap.

  • @HunterHonda
    @HunterHonda 5 лет назад +120

    "Our California ar15 here" ahahahaha made me lose it man that was hilarious!

    • @Stonefactor
      @Stonefactor 3 года назад

      Lol, yeah that was funny.

    • @hyunkim1223
      @hyunkim1223 3 года назад

      I came down to look for this comment 😂 😂 😂

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  • @jeremystewert4303
    @jeremystewert4303 5 лет назад +53

    Do a video on how to make a John Wick concrete proof floor safe.

  • @mixflip
    @mixflip 6 лет назад +12

    I picked up a pelican case at a garage sale a few weeks ago. Time to put this info to good use! Awesome video.

  • @williamrooth
    @williamrooth 4 года назад +7

    Wow! That was way easier than I thought it would be! Thank-you for your willing ness to share this.

  • @hoohoosier
    @hoohoosier 9 месяцев назад

    My extra foam has been in the garage for the last year and a half. With electric knife on order, now I feel confident in taking on the project of making my custom foam. Thanks, my man.

  • @heyron9357
    @heyron9357 6 лет назад +2

    Excellent video! I would NEVER have thought about using an Electric Knife. Can't wait to try this!! I really enjoy your videos, and your 'Matter-Of-Fact' (NO B/S!) content delivery.

  • @JustinMarkMorrison
    @JustinMarkMorrison 5 лет назад +3

    The video was really helpful in building my foam inserts for my camera gear. Thanks!!

  • @AlphaRomeoOneFive
    @AlphaRomeoOneFive 6 лет назад +2

    You had a lot of funny one liners in this one, had to lol a few times! Good stuff, look forward to the review of the case!

  • @freddiewatkins5435
    @freddiewatkins5435 3 года назад +5

    I would use this foam on my first case but found out that shipping foam works so much better. They come in 1, 2, and 3” thick. 4’x9’x2” cost about $90. Works great and makes a super nice fit.

  • @jerryjohnsonii4181
    @jerryjohnsonii4181 6 лет назад

    Thanks for the knowledge on how to cut the foam inserts for your rifle cases. Great video Mrgunsngear

  • @floridaman9026
    @floridaman9026 6 лет назад +1

    Never thought about using a turkey carver. Thanks man! Great video!

  • @MikeB5540
    @MikeB5540 6 лет назад

    If you use a white chalk stick, you don't have to flip the foam, just wipe with a damp rag after you finish cutting to get rid of any lines. Makes laying out simple. Glad this video is up because people ask my all the time at the counter how to cut cases and no one ever thinks to use a turkey carving knife. Thanks sir!

  • @frankhutton2544
    @frankhutton2544 6 лет назад +1

    The electric knife is definitely the way to go but if you don't want to buy one just for one project I found my fishing fillet knife works ok, practice in the middle of where you want to cut to get a feel for it also helps. Thanks for all the videos they're awesome!

  • @Jelsick
    @Jelsick 6 лет назад +1

    I just used my Gerber folder, which is extremely sharp, and it turned out great.

  • @vrod1a
    @vrod1a 4 года назад +1

    Simple & easy 👍 thanks for sharing.
    I knew that electric fillet knife of mine was good for something 😁

  • @mattbennett9584
    @mattbennett9584 6 лет назад +1

    I bought one of the Patriot Cases Economy AR Cases. It was like $70. Had precut foam which was cut out perfectly for my needs. The precut foam just always looks nicer... Looks fantastic, protects well, and gets compliments from others at the range all the time. Anyone looking for something a step down from a Pelican or something, the Patriot Case has worked great for me. I did use this same method to cut out the foam in my Tactical Walls shelf. Worked perfectly!

  • @joefoam794
    @joefoam794 6 лет назад +261

    The key to this process is to not let the wife find out what you're doing with her carving knife.

    • @Mrgunsngear
      @Mrgunsngear  6 лет назад +8

      😁

    • @mattbennett9584
      @mattbennett9584 6 лет назад +18

      No, the key is to let your wife cut it out for you. She is way better at crafty stuff than me, and she used our carving knife to cut out my Tactical Walls foam. Its frickin beautiful...

    • @rollinmckim4719
      @rollinmckim4719 6 лет назад

      Oops......she was wondering why I asked for it........

    • @blusky7072
      @blusky7072 4 года назад +1

      Her carving knife? Just get your own then from Harbor Freight!

    • @hammerT2997
      @hammerT2997 3 года назад

      Correct lol

  • @Douglas-Ops
    @Douglas-Ops 6 лет назад

    Great tip, never would have thought to pull the turkey carver out for this project. Haven’t seen one used since the 70’s lol. But this is a quick and easy solution. Thanks for posting!👍🏼

  • @darianbennett4565
    @darianbennett4565 4 года назад +1

    Wow. Greatly appreciated. Looks good

  • @astrangeone
    @astrangeone 5 лет назад

    Great idea! Always wondered how people cut foam for these.
    I need to make one for my gaming stuff. Now I do need to find foam for this stuff.

  • @Steve-jl2qv
    @Steve-jl2qv Год назад

    Great video - the electric knife makes all the difference. Wish I would have seen this before I messed up my first attempt cutting foam with a long blade utility knife. Just an FYI for anyone doing this with Polyethylene the electric knife works best by far. Thanks for doing this video!

  • @martinz.4852
    @martinz.4852 2 года назад

    Highly detailed and great video.

  • @headcoach2721
    @headcoach2721 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks man ! You shoot guns and I shoot cameras but this is full of great tips for storing my gear in my car when on assignment. Thanks again !

    • @Mrgunsngear
      @Mrgunsngear  5 лет назад

      You're welcome 👍🏽

    • @Roddy556
      @Roddy556 7 месяцев назад

      The important thing is everyone has expensive stuff

  • @whiskeypapa8842
    @whiskeypapa8842 6 лет назад +1

    Totally makes sense having the scope up. Thank you sir.

  • @alexbanks7115
    @alexbanks7115 9 месяцев назад

    Love your California compliant AR!

  • @ronpettit3200
    @ronpettit3200 4 года назад

    Hi was learning how to do this and I found you have this video .You show up Everytime I need help thanks

  • @guns-usa8564
    @guns-usa8564 6 лет назад +2

    You have no idea how long I’ve been trying to work on cutting foam. I’ve tried just about everything. the good thing is I still have a lot of foam left. I never thought about using a turkey carver. You don’t see them sold in (MIDWAY USA) magazine if you know what I’m saying. Think of another idea around Thanksgiving? Cut out another gun case. That would be a good one. 👍 keep up the good work always a pleasure to watch. I’m still little guy on here. But one day I should be big like you. As long as RUclips allows us to be. Until next time stay safe brother.

  • @mikebergquist3199
    @mikebergquist3199 6 лет назад

    Awesome video. Thanks for the tip!

  • @littletom6546
    @littletom6546 4 года назад +3

    I was hesitant to even ask this question on some of my hunting and outdoor boards, but I got on RUclips and here it tis. Thanks for doing this man. 🙌

  • @Purowalangkwenta
    @Purowalangkwenta 3 года назад

    Dude! I love it when you said Cali Approved AR15!!!!

  • @astcell
    @astcell 5 лет назад +5

    Electric knife, such a simple solution. I was told you had to freeze the foam and some other stuff.

  • @juannieto1987
    @juannieto1987 4 года назад

    AWSOME video from a freedom ❤️ American. 🇺🇸🔥

  • @King_drew
    @King_drew 8 месяцев назад

    I cant wait for my case to come in!

  • @Tiebox
    @Tiebox 5 месяцев назад

    For the neat freaks you can put flex-seal over it nice and thick and cover with clear rubber. You can also rubber spray it and hydro dip it if you want skulls or flags or whatever. Do all of this prior to cutting. And don't go big first. Cut it tight and adjust as needed via trimming.

  • @kalieskrimacom
    @kalieskrimacom 2 года назад

    Perfect! I wouldn't have thought of the electric knife.

  • @TheMarPacifico
    @TheMarPacifico 5 лет назад

    very useful tutorial, may be used for photo-video equipment...Thank you

  • @michaelenochs5024
    @michaelenochs5024 3 года назад

    Hell yeah, you answered my question about which way to install my rifle. Wasn't sure if I really wanted my expensive scope facing down.

  • @LA6507a
    @LA6507a 6 лет назад

    Great video & the outro video is hilarious!

  • @jocrpnter
    @jocrpnter 6 лет назад

    Plain and simple. I like it

  • @joeklebs3944
    @joeklebs3944 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for posting this, it really helped me to cut the foam in my Flag safe. Otherwise I woulda tried to cut it all with a knife!

  • @christopherbarger6112
    @christopherbarger6112 6 лет назад +2

    Now it’s time for me to take an MG-42/43 ammo can and make a case for my Hk. And then maybe a US ammo can for the P320.
    Great stuff! My AK needs a better home than a cardboard box

  • @JosephAnthonyJosefius
    @JosephAnthonyJosefius 6 лет назад +1

    Excellent, I’ve been wanting to know the best way to do that. Thanks!

  • @bentstrider
    @bentstrider 2 месяца назад

    I'm actually trying to use a Volleyball/Badminton bag from a thrift shop as a non-descript bag for the range. This is an excellent guide to run off of!!

  • @CarolinaNocked
    @CarolinaNocked 6 лет назад

    GREAT VIDEO & GREAT IDEA !!!!

  • @rking8416
    @rking8416 5 лет назад

    Excellent job.

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    @nothingelsetolose7661 Год назад

    been watching your channel for years and one thing I just noticed you're actually a pretty handsome dude love your channel

  • @DarthVader1033
    @DarthVader1033 6 лет назад +1

    Thank You for the video,I am surely going to some invest in a hard case,right now I am just using a soft case for all my AR's.

  • @Reddirtroads
    @Reddirtroads 6 лет назад

    I worked in a upholstery shop while I was in collage. We had a foam saw to cut down big blocks of foam but when you have to do relief cuts or sculpt foam the electric knife was the tool for the job.

  • @jcnme
    @jcnme 6 лет назад

    Excellent mid brother thank you I truly enjoy your Channel

  • @Rickjames127
    @Rickjames127 6 лет назад +1

    Very cool. Don't have any pelican style cases yet but I'm definitely adding this to my liked vids for future reference. Thanks.

    • @Mrgunsngear
      @Mrgunsngear  6 лет назад +1

      You're welcome 👍🏽

    • @Rickjames127
      @Rickjames127 6 лет назад

      Stuckgrenadepin Indeed 2-300 is kinda steep to do every time so I'll keep the Plano stuff in mind thanks.

  • @poorfarmer1234
    @poorfarmer1234 6 лет назад +4

    Damn i screwed up so many pieces of foam trying to cut it other ways ! Who knew the damn turkey knife was the way to go! Thanks again!!

  • @bruins871
    @bruins871 6 лет назад +3

    A good tip to make the foam a bit sturdy is to spray it with plastidip👍🏽

  • @RockyRetherford-cj3rd
    @RockyRetherford-cj3rd 10 месяцев назад +4

    This case is rock solid (like other Pelican cases). ruclips.net/user/postUgkx3jMFPw9QX_Iu4DNcjW-t9AZ4_iNhJzhE I paired it with the Master Lock 140T set of padlocks. The US Airways ticket agent that checked the case was impressed by how completely the latches were secured. The case has layers of removable foam cubes that can be easily adapted to the contents of the case and keep everything secure. After declaring its contents to the ticket agent, I was allowed to put this case in other checked luggage. Due to its size and black color, this helped insure that it wasn't misplaced by a baggage handler. TSA was (apparently) happy with the packaging as well. If you plan on flying with more than one of the main items, I would recommend buying a larger Pelican case and just transport the case as another piece of checked luggage.

  • @shojus
    @shojus 6 лет назад

    Turkey cutter - CHECK ! I need one of those now, damn you MRgunsngear ! ;)

  • @2tommyrad
    @2tommyrad 6 лет назад

    well done, good job!

  • @350volvo
    @350volvo 6 лет назад +5

    you should show how to spray glue the layers together and plastidip the surfaces to give it a nice finish. Did it with a pelican case i have and it works great and looks great. Keep up the good work man!

    • @jpdesimone
      @jpdesimone 6 лет назад

      Why not just buy polyethylene foam inserts instead of doing all that extra work?

    • @tonylamadrid1718
      @tonylamadrid1718 3 года назад

      What type of glue do you recommend for this?

    • @350volvo
      @350volvo 3 года назад

      @@tonylamadrid1718 I used Loctite High-Performance spray glue. Its safe on foam. You can buy a Home Depot or Amazon.

  • @shojus
    @shojus 6 лет назад +1

    MORE 4k PLEASE!!! :)

  • @mikemoser1130
    @mikemoser1130 6 лет назад

    Great video.

  • @RebeLxONE
    @RebeLxONE 6 лет назад +1

    would you do this any different if its just 1 layer of foam?

  • @keithgregory7937
    @keithgregory7937 6 лет назад

    Good stuff!

  • @nathancooper9932
    @nathancooper9932 6 лет назад

    Good info. Thanks

  • @Ideo7Z
    @Ideo7Z 6 лет назад +1

    Thank you for this video. Always reluctant to cut up my pelican foam because I didn't want to screw it up.

  • @dorado90
    @dorado90 2 года назад

    @5:57 "Here we have a California-approved AR-15." I am dead. xD

  • @hellraisingvtec
    @hellraisingvtec Год назад

    thanks for the video

  • @carlvonfuckwits2934
    @carlvonfuckwits2934 6 лет назад

    Thanks, needed this.

  • @janwilliams178
    @janwilliams178 6 лет назад

    Good idea, thanks

  • @zmanphx
    @zmanphx 5 лет назад

    About to do this for my pelican to store RC transmitter and batteries. I tried razor blade but cuts were not clean. Thanks for the video. What density foam is best? I bought used Pelican case.

  • @HillbillyNitroUSA
    @HillbillyNitroUSA 6 лет назад

    Nice rifle case Mike. 🖒👊

  • @jacobmanalang8162
    @jacobmanalang8162 6 лет назад

    i was wondering about how to do this lol. i have the case, just need the electric knife. that seems to have made it super easy! i know the vid was sped up and all but it still looks like it made it really easy compared to scissors

  • @romeoquach300
    @romeoquach300 6 лет назад

    Good video like always. Everyone likes to spend thousands of dollars or good equipment and rifles, but not many are willing to spend a little extra money on good cases to properly store and transport their gear.

    • @Mrgunsngear
      @Mrgunsngear  6 лет назад

      Indeed

    • @WhatIsYourMalfunction
      @WhatIsYourMalfunction 6 лет назад

      Do not store guns directly in contact with the foam for long periods, it can damage some finishes.

  • @NickVTA
    @NickVTA 2 года назад

    Where do you guys recommend getting replacement foam If you use your case for a different set of firearms. Example I have phone that I used but the firearms are used now have a different case and I want to use this case for another set. Do you have a website or recommend a website where you can order it? Or somewhere in my neighborhood you think I might be able to find it, etc like home Depot or Lowe's?

  • @PaintedDuckHunter
    @PaintedDuckHunter 6 лет назад

    What forearm is that? Any suggestions on forearms for rifles with mid length gas systems and sight posts with gas blocks?

  • @justinraub6629
    @justinraub6629 3 года назад

    Great Video ! Where is a good place to get quality foam replacements ?

  • @miked2691
    @miked2691 4 года назад +7

    I tried this method on my first attempt after watching videos such as this. It doesn't matter how meticulous you are... it ends up looking like shit. Do yourself a favor, trace your objects on poster board, cut them out, attach the cut out boards to you foam with tacks, and use a hot wire cutter. 10x better results and all cuts are continuous and perfectly perpendicular.

  • @tw8126
    @tw8126 4 года назад

    Thanks bro!

  • @UncleDanBand64
    @UncleDanBand64 6 лет назад +8

    You had my OCD kickin'. I was afraid you were gonna run the blade into the top egg crate foam. Nice tutorial.
    Uncle Dan out!

  • @ryanmay8721
    @ryanmay8721 6 лет назад

    Does the fixed front sight not interfere with using the scope?

  • @mowens1972
    @mowens1972 6 лет назад

    I liked your video showing how to cut foam. I have been looking for a case like this for my metal detector. You said you were going to review this case but maybe you can answer a couple questions. I have been looking at the Plano Storm im3300 which has three pieces of foam in the base, one thin piece and two thicker pieces. How many pieces are in the bottom of the condition 1 #818? What is your opinion regarding gun cases this size with slab foam, not pluckable?

  • @Broken_Arrow58
    @Broken_Arrow58 4 года назад

    Some good tips, especially the warning about edge cutting for us OCDs. Pelican's pluck foam is never going to be perfect enough.

  • @gunsnmammons
    @gunsnmammons 6 лет назад +1

    I love arts and crafts

  • @FJB24586
    @FJB24586 10 месяцев назад

    Great hoodie!!

  • @appleztooranges
    @appleztooranges 2 года назад

    I got one of these pelicans. The foam is a pain and keeps ripping up. Any tips?? Everytime I remove it the foam comes up

  • @Doul3le_T
    @Doul3le_T 6 лет назад +3

    Waiting on a review of the California AR. :D

  • @guns-usa8564
    @guns-usa8564 6 лет назад +2

    Also thank you for your service!!!

  • @ebiros2
    @ebiros2 5 лет назад

    You're pretty good with that knife

  • @dfdf5366
    @dfdf5366 6 лет назад +1

    Thank you😎

  • @MatthewHKnight
    @MatthewHKnight 5 лет назад

    Was about to comment on what the Electric Carving Knife was seen it in the description I'll save your affiliate link so when I go buy it off Amazon you get a kick back on the sale, maybe I'll add a few things in with the order that day.

  • @stevenadkins4372
    @stevenadkins4372 3 года назад

    Any suggestions on where to buy the foam by itself?

  • @alexanderm8880
    @alexanderm8880 6 лет назад +1

    Kind of an odd question but where do you go for replacement foam inserts for your cases? Just wondering since I want to redo the foam insert of my current gun case.

    • @MrJRSLim
      @MrJRSLim 2 года назад

      There's sellers on eBay, but you might want to try your OEM. I know Pelican offers replacement foam, but it's expensive and sometimes sold out. It's literally almost cheaper to buy a new case.

  • @gavinmiller473
    @gavinmiller473 2 года назад

    Where can you buy the foam? I need some for a pistol case and I can't find any deep enough to fit.

  • @eddieharcourt6049
    @eddieharcourt6049 2 года назад

    Dude, you should try the Nanuk 995. Best. Case. Ever.

  • @minivanman007
    @minivanman007 3 года назад

    Nice.

  • @run5077
    @run5077 6 лет назад

    Good video...next time I will try the carving knife.

  • @inertjefe3906
    @inertjefe3906 Год назад

    A lot better than the paper bag I've been using

  • @TonyStagge
    @TonyStagge 5 лет назад

    Do you have a good source for extra foam?

  • @havocmaverick
    @havocmaverick 5 лет назад

    Kaizen foam is awesome and found at your local rockler wood store.

  • @mz_nobs4589
    @mz_nobs4589 4 года назад

    Lol thanks dude, cornering was fun