What do you use for a case? I have an old Highland pipe case but my bellows won’t fit into it. New bellows do not compress much. Even forced down, it is over 6" tall; width is nearly the same. Is a soft sided case ok or would you recommend something hard for humidity control?
Any rec’s appreciated…Jack
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Check out:
http://www.celtworks.com/pg_Pipe-Cases.html for a wide variety of hard/soft cases in various sizes.
Celticfire.com also has the following:
Cases
Caledonia Pipe Carrier Soft pipe case/duffel. Heavy nylon shell, foam padded and fleece lined. Velcro drone holders. Zippered pouch for accessories. Colors are black, blue, green & maroon…$104.95
Caledonia Pipe Case Photo equipment style case for bellows smallpipes…$99.95
Tuxedo soft case Very compact travel bag for GHB. It’s a bit of a tight fit and will best suit those with Canmore or sheepskin bags but if you want to pack light, this is it. Not suitable for pipes set up with Ross canister bags. 0796…$55.00
Bagpipe case Pipe case for highland pipes. This is a simple case offering basic transportation for your pipes. The Yugo of pipe cases. 24"x12"x5 1/4". 0407…$58.50
Bagpipe case A no-frills pipe case like #0407 but in the larger ‘Pipe Major’ size with a lidded compartment for reeds, tools, etc. 32"x12"x5 1/4". 0421…$70.00
Bagpipe case Delux aluminum reinforced case, foam padded interior, fitted drone holders. 0602…$122.95
Bagpipe case Delux aluminum reinforced case, like #0602 but in P/M size with added compartment. 0877…$154.95
We talk about cases all of the time. As I’ve said before… it’s a personal issue. Here are some previous discussions:
http://chiffboard.mati.ca/viewtopic.php?t=11324&highlight=case&sid=958d682135a7dc2247c60fc0bab3a08a
http://chiffboard.mati.ca/viewtopic.php?t=10699&highlight=case&sid=958d682135a7dc2247c60fc0bab3a08a
http://chiffboard.mati.ca/viewtopic.php?t=4838&highlight=case&sid=958d682135a7dc2247c60fc0bab3a08a
Custom case maker:
http://www.dccase.com/
I bought the “Revolution” from CelticWorks - delivery was just a few days and to store my pipes (1/2 set) I have to remove the bass drone thingme and the bellows - lots of room left over
Chuck
if you are not yet in reg land…
seth gallegher has a gig bag which is awesome for half sets. everything goes in it as long as you are ready to break the drones down. it would not prevent your pipes from being sat on. but it is so small you can keep it slung over your shoulder. small enought to count as your “personal item” on a flight. 75$.
meir
I use a double shotgun case - 51" x 13" x 4". I don’t like to break down my set. Like all gun cases, it is only 4"deep, which really is too tight for a full set. The bellows are just a tad too big, and I always have to force the case closed.
I am not particularly handy myself, but there is a place that sells all the obscure bits and pieces for building your own ATA cases (they supply all the pros):
http://www.tchweb.com
Hope that helps,
djm
Home Depot Hardware – high impact plastic tool cases – my new favorite case after my wife drove over my lovely wooden GHB Pipe Case.
I went with I-Beam custom music cases. I traced my pipes, picked a color, and in a couple weeks I had a custom fitted case that allows my to put in my full set plus supplies without having to take apart the drones or regs. (just make sure you trace it with slides fully extended, and you include all desired compartments on the sketch). it is perfect (hand-in-glove padded) protection and only cost $130.
here is his link, he was great with answering all my dumb questions to be sure I had a good fit.
http://members.tripod.com/stevoranger/