It disappoints me when he didn’t aim the gun shaped cutout of foam
@canespugnaces21263 жыл бұрын
Then he would be aiming a California compliant weapon around 🤣 🤣
@bchappy54603 жыл бұрын
😂🤣
@tylerburnham173 жыл бұрын
I literally just cut one out 5 minutes ago and had to right away aim it around lol
@andoriannationalist37382 жыл бұрын
Safety first. That would be assault. Ask the 6 year old who got expelled for pointing his fingers at another student and said “bang!”
@TheOpbyou Жыл бұрын
Ditto
@ulrichpieplow38582 жыл бұрын
nice tutorial! One additional consideration: The foam piece is somewhat smaller than the actual case, leaving a gap between foam and case. Once you cut the foam, this space creates additional room between rifle and foam. It was said in the video but just to emphasize: keep your marker really close to the rifle, otherwise you quickly end up with too much wiggle room!
@jlo51344 жыл бұрын
To date, I've watched roughly 20 videos on this very subject matter. And while many of them are informative and good, your precision, technique, and outcome is by far the best! I think I've watched your video about seven times now (not creepy at all, right?) 😆 As someone who is also a perfectionist, if not OCD, I can appreciate your approach and care. Nice work!
@backfire4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@joeypruitt6304 Жыл бұрын
I'm about 5 videos in on the same process of finding the best technique. This comment may save me from watching too many more. lol
@ArkansasBadBoy11 ай бұрын
@josephroach9793 I used to use the ones with the textured handle and you are correct. I switched to the Buckingham model 7091G and prefer it. That hook is like magic for a multitude of things.
@TubTsovPhajEj2 жыл бұрын
I recently did my foam with a Havalon knife as well too and I can't believe it does an amazing job cutting out the foam really well. My rifle sits perfectly in the case.
@qunningStunts4 жыл бұрын
Your OCD makes my OCD happy. I've been trying to think of what has a long exacto/scalpel blade...thank you for reminding me that these skinning knives are a thing!
@EarthnikNews3 жыл бұрын
I do commend you on the cleanliness and accuracy of your cuts. Much better than butchering the foam with an electric backhoe. I us a Hotwire cutter for all my cases. This assures that everything is exactly 90°. I need someone to help me video the process sometime. The Hotwire thing takes a knack, but it looks like a professional CAD cut.
@canespugnaces21263 жыл бұрын
I just got a case in yesterday and bought an electric knife on my way home to cut it with. About halfway through i just started using my pocket knife to cut it. It was cleaner and I was able to trim to fit a lot better. I think I'm going to have to get a replacement foam insert and try at it again to make it look better. Live and learn.
@adamnylund9864 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I watched several of these before I cut my first case foam. I recently did a second gun case and used a jigsaw with just a standard wood blade. It cut beautifully! The jigsaw was extremely easy to make both straight lines and even tight curves. I highly, highly suggest you try it on your next one. I promise you won’t go back!
@philhardwick100 Жыл бұрын
The first time I saw that rifle in the store I was blown away by how cool it looked. Wouldn’t have been able to stop myself from buying it except it was in a caliber that I didn’t need.
@kevinkelley36574 жыл бұрын
Another very good method is to trace the outline like you did, then cut the outline with a box cutter, and then work a serrated bread knife completely through in one spot, and then use the bread knife to finsih the outline. The serrated knife will cut the thick foam very easily, and if you keep it at 90 degrees in relation to the surface of the foam, the cut will be very straight and very smooth.
@ferrari340gt Жыл бұрын
Does a bread knife work well in sharp angles as well? Or just stick to a box cutter for those sections?
@jessedaniel44494 жыл бұрын
Ordered this knife based off your review. I hope I have good success.
@ThatOneGuyWhoLostHisHandle3 жыл бұрын
Yeah fr I just ordered it should I cancel?
@jessedaniel44493 жыл бұрын
It worked like a champ
@sambubu41953 жыл бұрын
I stumbled upon the BEST and cheapest way to cut foam: use a box cutter/razor knife and heat the blade with a propane torch or even bic lighter - no need to get the blade red hot. Cuts better than a hot knife through butter
@arnellespassion62069 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to make this post. Also, thank you for sharing this method of cutting the foam. I will adopt your method if you do not mind me doing so...!
@larrysweetser41984 жыл бұрын
SN Up for TSA = "Thousands Standing Around" & All the heavy CG items down by the wheels so easy (r) to move.
@jasonmakos5 жыл бұрын
Nice, I have watched similar videos and this one looks the best. I got my case but have not cut the foam yet. I did see some videos were after they cut they sprayed the foam with a product I can’t recall the name but it protects the edges. If that is something you do I would love to see a video of it. I really enjoy the videos and keep up the good work.
@nickflores97754 жыл бұрын
It is called plastidip. Just make sure you let it dry out and dont put to many coats
@joshuaguard8097 Жыл бұрын
Utility knife with break off blades work really well. If you can use a hot wire cutting on a tables set up for super clean cuts.
@DaysOffCustom Жыл бұрын
Nice! I didn’t own a Havalon until I saw your video and checked it out on Amazon.
@gilbertdelgado6703 Жыл бұрын
Excellent job cutting that foam. I have tried a couple of different methods, including making an electric wire cutter which worked good but I was not all that impressed with the results. It is, in all actuality, my fault in how the results came out. I am going to get one of the havalon knives and give that a try.
@michaela.75444 жыл бұрын
You are a self-made guy ! Great job man!
@Helcat3384 ай бұрын
Excellent and Informative Tutorial Outstanding Job
@americanpatriot79392 жыл бұрын
Looks great ! Best I've seen so far
@brucenelson6286 Жыл бұрын
Great video!! Looks like kaizen foam, an easy to use layered foam used for organizing, protecting tools, firearms, etc.
@sstevenwayne15 жыл бұрын
a sharp fillet knife works well also .
@FactsMattersUSA10 ай бұрын
Great video. The pros use Hotwire for quick precision cuts.
@ilpostinomotociclista2703 жыл бұрын
From another channel, as the host held up the foam he cut out: “We have our California approved ar15 here.” 😂 Nice vide. Thank you.
@donaldwagner6012 Жыл бұрын
Very nice getting ready to do the same and was going to use the electric knife but not now.
@ethanperks3724 жыл бұрын
I'm a new subscriber! I'm really enjoying your vids! So Thanks!!!
@martinz.48523 жыл бұрын
Screw the Turkey knife. Great job and great video!
@williamhunter6582 ай бұрын
Great video!!! One question for you though, is there another layer of foam under the cut piece?
@richardwalker68 Жыл бұрын
Thank Jim, just about to buy some foam for my case.
@bullrun12 жыл бұрын
did you cut it so the gun fits in with the serial number up so TSA can clearly see without having to remove gun from foam? (saw this on another an thought good idea)
@aust1nku4 жыл бұрын
I watched this but still went with an electric knife. I now have another foam set and a Havalon knife on the way because I messed up
@backfire4 жыл бұрын
Haha. Oh man. Funny post but I’m sorry that happened to you!
@madthevillain4 жыл бұрын
How did the knife approach work out for you?
@King_drew Жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial!!
@PoliticallyInsensitive11 ай бұрын
I have a Nanuk 995 and cut the foam with my pocket knife. Yeah i butchered it but the only time I'll use the cutout (and quite possibly the case itself) is if i fly with it or travel a long distance for a class by car. The the foam inside the lid puts enough pressure on it to keep it from moving.
@zingo_man Жыл бұрын
Big like because I already have that knife at home
@surfearth1Ай бұрын
Keep the inserts and use the other uncut foam pad to make a second configuration.
@Ultimatereloader Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@Ashurus3 жыл бұрын
You vacuum the carpet where the couch is going to go, because how often if you do, do you clean under it? Clean it before placing since it won't be cleaned again, probably ever.
@ChrisB-xs4un3 жыл бұрын
A very simple exacto knife from the dollar store works just fine. No need to get complicated. Sharper blade than any skinning knife you have.
@philbaker293 жыл бұрын
You ever try to cut 2" of foam with a 1/2" exacto knife? Sure, it can be done if you don't mind it looking like your kids botched art project.
@NC_Fisher_Guy3 жыл бұрын
6:44 that's a pretty flaccid looking gun ya got there Jim.
@john-paulsilke8935 жыл бұрын
Still enough room for a short barrel shotgun, at least if you live in Canada. Of course if you live in the USA you can throw your favourite .357 or .44 Magnum revolver for a poop gun in case you get placed on the menu. 😊
@scottgreen63697 ай бұрын
An electric knife was able to cut through the foam with ease, but it tears the foam rather cut it (at certain points) which looks awful on the backside. This video shows the best way to do it w/ clean edges.
@jayc45625 ай бұрын
Use a hacksaw blade. Upholsterers use them to cut foam.
@7567663 жыл бұрын
Awesome work
@joshroberts88812 жыл бұрын
Do not waste your time, I’m stopping in the middle of doing this method just to comment this. I ordered this exact knife and it’s not even long enough to cut through the thick foam. Yes it’s extremely sharp but if it’s not even longer than the foam, you’re forced to start sawing at it. I am now having to purchase new foam and use the electric knife.
@Golden6stroke4 жыл бұрын
If you think about it you could that one case for all your guns just use different foams cutouts
@lanceschul Жыл бұрын
Jim, have you ever checked out or reviewed the Nanuk gun cases? They look pretty solid but I just found out they exist and am trying to do some research.
@Scorpio-fi1ir3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Got to the point.
@shanehoward97563 жыл бұрын
I noticed a lot of other videos have the rifle the other way, with the scope next to hinges. So if closed and transported this way, the rifle would be upside down. I’m guessing the way you did it would be the best way. Would you think it makes a big difference?
@inalaska17092 жыл бұрын
Depends on how you carry the case. If you only use it by dragging it with the wheels probably not, but if you, or more importantly the airlines, grab it by the middle handle, it puts the weight of the rifle on the scope.
@capitaldd58404 жыл бұрын
What's the story Inn the dive helmet behind ya on the shelf.......... Great video... good info to know
@derrickrr551611 ай бұрын
Use a frickin laser Mr. Bigglesworth!
@sillyshrapnel7 ай бұрын
was this pick and pull foam?
@lucuix99014 жыл бұрын
What length is your rifle. Mine is 47 1/2''. They say the 1750 fits up to 48 but Im assuming that means with space still
@captainjoesanglingadventur4894 Жыл бұрын
So what does your $4,000 gun actually rest on the case itself or do you have another super thin piece of foam under the cut out?
@daveevans7151 Жыл бұрын
Yes, those cases have layered foam. One is the cutting foam, which you saw him cut, and that rests on another full layer. So it ends up like a sandwich…foam on top and bottom, and rifle in the middle. Hope that helps!
@LRS7B3 жыл бұрын
Knowing the Sharpie pen would be on the underside of the foam would play havoc with my OCD *#OCDLife* 🙄🙄
@joneaton77932 жыл бұрын
You mean CDO?.... Its in alphabetical order the way it should be...
@gerryballuta3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@thenamelessyee2 жыл бұрын
Would plasti dip hurt any thing on a case like this
@NC_Fisher_Guy3 жыл бұрын
"Trace it like a dead body after you've killed someone" are we not going to talk about that? Okay.
@jamesfreeman6025 Жыл бұрын
If you are cutting a piece of 1" foam it works good. The blade on the Havalon knife is to short to cut completely through a piece of 2" foam without using a sawing type method. It does not go through the foam as easy as he says it does. I would not recommend that knife for the job.
@benb77272 жыл бұрын
An .89 cent skinny snap blade works too
@russellhansen7004 Жыл бұрын
Can you show a sako A7 30-06
@muchohucho Жыл бұрын
Why does it even have to be cut perfectly contoured? Could want to use it for different rifles.
@gregisaacs70913 жыл бұрын
I'm wondering if you've plasti-dipped it yet? That may be your next video.
@yamahschector4 жыл бұрын
Why does everyone take the bolt out. We have an ar style shotgun
@HiddenCreekHomestead3 жыл бұрын
So there’s no pressure on the bolt handle
@christiansanchez89595 жыл бұрын
Women sowing scissors 😂
@larrycoonrod556326 күн бұрын
So you can afford the Browning A-Bolt, scope and Pelican case but not an electric knife?
@euroroadtrip20104 жыл бұрын
What brand knife
@bikeboy00123 жыл бұрын
$5 says that you switch calibers when you realize you don't need to shoot a cannon to kill...just as so many do
@anonymous_friend2 жыл бұрын
.243 all day, everyday
@anton19492 жыл бұрын
Next: How to eat spaghetti without a fork.
@BWEEZY8023 Жыл бұрын
Simple
@nito58093 жыл бұрын
0:40 lol have the same thing
@TheGreasemonkey2203 жыл бұрын
@4:05 what you trying to tell us here bud??? 🤔🤔🤔
@trailguy2 жыл бұрын
Just hone it, I doubt you need to grind your bevel.
@joeplanter79593 жыл бұрын
Who else is watching this after they already used the electric knife method...
@4estrnr47210 ай бұрын
Holy cow my foam looks terrible oh well lol
@JohnDoe-zg6fn2 жыл бұрын
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
@jackmehoff65573 жыл бұрын
stop with the side comments
@brockskarsgard81376 ай бұрын
28 Nosler on a hog hunt? Making sausage before making sausage….