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

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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[@HunterHonda]

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

[@Stonefactor]

Lol, yeah that was funny.

[@hyunkim1223]

I came down to look for this comment 😂 😂 😂

[@reeselarry4207]

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[@joefoam794]

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

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@mattbennett9584]

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]

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

[@blusky7072]

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

[@hammerT2997]

Correct lol

[@jeremystewert4303]

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

[@kellyokamoto1604]

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]

Thank you for this!!!!!

[@goodredman]

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.

[@RockyRetherford-cj3rd]

This case is rock solid (like other Pelican cases). kzbin.infoUgkx3jMFPw9QX_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.

[@siestatime4638]

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]

thanks for the report

[@tonylamadrid1718]

What type of glue do you recommend for this?

[@MrJRSLim]

@@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]

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.😢

[@fuzzyreticle]

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

[@miked2691]

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.

[@mixflip]

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

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@MrMajikman1]

"California approved AR"...🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Havik_86]

😂😂😂😬😬😬

[@dant4786]

Not California approved... no vertical grips..

[@Jnshaw81]

Pretty sure he was joking since anyone can own a foam AR-15...

[@dant4786]

Jason Shaw Indeed..

[@mwm1960]

Jason Shaw Your kid would suspended if he took it to school.

[@koonjar]

only sling shots are approved in CA !!

[@daniellemoore9655]

@@Jnshaw81 r/wooosh

[@williamrooth]

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

[@freddiewatkins5435]

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.

[@astcell]

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

[@poorfarmer1234]

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!!

[@ActualHumanPerson]

Applying potatoes to the exterior of your rifle case will decrease it's drag coefficient and decrease it's shipping cost.

[@Mrgunsngear]

fact

[@WitchyWagonReal]

Mike of many words, and even more wisdom... but who knew about the potatoes 🍟

[@glennsoutherland1154]

Mrgunsngear Channel hey when you going to do a review of the Glock 19x I was looking to see your review before I bought one but just went ahead and got it with how quickly they were flying off the shelf but still would like to see a review.

[@sockdolager3884]

Red potato? White potato? Hot Potato.

[@DylanFahey]

'Go Fast Stripes' on your bullets make them fly faster, tru dat.

[@TheFacelessMan82]

Thumbs up for *California approved AR-15* hahaha

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@icabod3374]

lmao at that one!

[@KA-sx3sc]

I literally laughed out loud at work... got the side eye from some colleagues but sometimes you just can't hold it in... I mean, come on, it's funny because it's true (ish)!

[@damiangrouse4564]

The Faceless Man82 That was a most excellent BURN. Sadly, it will be a fact if Cali citizens don’t do something about it. NRA wake up its time to SSS and go to work.

[@bruins871]

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

[@UncleDanBand64]

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!

[@350volvo]

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]

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

[@tonylamadrid1718]

What type of glue do you recommend for this?

[@350volvo]

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

[@JustinMarkMorrison]

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

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

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!

[@headcoach2721]

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]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@Roddy556]

The important thing is everyone has expensive stuff

[@heyron9357]

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.

[@christopherbarger6112]

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

[@CaukyAsian]

Lol it doesn't matter what side the scope is on. If you already flipped it and it's down, turn it 180 degrees 😆😆

[@appleztooranges]

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

[@overthinker1506]

Just so you don't think 6 year old videos don't matter. I started cutting my rifle case 6 days ago with a razor. I made it about 3 inches.I thought there's no way. So KZbind a video. Came across yours. Proceeded to order 10 dollar electric knife on Amazon. Came today. Finished case in 2 mins. Thank you sir. 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@guns-usa8564]

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 KZbin allows us to be. Until next time stay safe brother.

[@Doul3le_T]

Waiting on a review of the California AR. :D

[@comeb9427]

When the people fear the gouvernment, there is tyranny . When the gouvernment fears the people, there is liberty . (Thomas Jefferson)

[@bmstylee]

What sorcery is this? I was looking for a nice hard case for a gun that is actually worth enough to justify a the expense.

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@rowellausten]

Thank you for actually putting the scope up. It drives me crazy how most people put it down for “display aesthetics” I know I’m late. But thank you nonetheless

[@Prepper_Raider]

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.

[@goodredman]

If anybody still monitoring this and wouldn’t mind pointing me in the right direction for replacement foam would be greatly appreciated. Have a few surplus cases in excellent usable condition, however lacking decent foam. Some over 30+ years old phone has deteriorated to the point water hits it turns into like a plastic polymer dirt is what it feels like. consistency of potting soil literally lost all loft just prints when you push into it. Anyway where to purchase this type of foam of good quality at reasonable prices many thanks🎉 stay well and be well!

[@toml802]

California approved AR15 LOL! You better paint the muzzle orange!

[@coltonnemitz3033]

It really must suck to have to comply with Californian ar laws so you don’t get your KZbin clapped. I feel your pain

[@NickVTA]

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?

[@JackRR15]

Great video, but just FYI your hoodie is factually incorrect.

[@miker258]

Could’ve probably just laid the 3 mags down flat to get them to work, idk

[@youserious5824]

Why tf would you carry an at-15 at an airport in a case the size of a bomb

[@jdsim9173]

Any idea where to buy replacement foam, the gun case manufactures are expensive.

[@dorado90]

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

[@miyagimotorsport5529]

Next time reverse the rifle on the foam then line edge up. So mark will not appear and finally get the gun on the right direction …

[@eddieharcourt6049]

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

[@davebewshey1549]

Dude that looks like complete s*** gaps everywhere what the f***

[@jolebole-yt]

I wish I knew about the “scope up” before I cut my Pelican 😵

[@greenmansoutdoors9456]

So, just a word of advice. If you take the PlastiDip spray and spray your phone, it will keep it from tearing and blowing out over time.

[@frankhutton2544]

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!

[@gavinmiller473]

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

[@bullrun1]

have seen many other tutorial vids on this saying to put gun butt to end over wheels so weight is over the wheels....

[@rumblebee4204]

Wish I watched this before I just butchered the foam in my case lol

[@Kgoutdoor]

Mine has that egg like foam on both sides. I see parts of it pre cut but I am scared to do it and mess it up.

[@doug595959]

california approved ar15 funny shit. and a true story.

[@vrod1a]

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

[@christopherberry8519]

mags are causing too much strain on the hinges - they are effectively a lever.

[@skworksdesigns4534]

"The key is to let the tool do the work" That's what she said :P

[@Jelsick]

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

[@floridaman9026]

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

[@alexanderm8880]

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]

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.

[@DarthVader1033]

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.

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@KJ7JHN]

Take a picture top down next to a ruler and trace it on the foam.

[@RebeLxONE]

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

[@AE-yt4lx]

California approved AR!! LOL

[@ryantettenburn940]

If you have a Harbor Freight (automotive/tool store) in your area they carry some very nice hard cases for cheap.

[@nekronaut32]

Ryan Tettenburn The nice thing about HFT Apache brand cases is their sort of “precut” foam. Pick out the unnecessary little square bits and you’re good to go. Here are some coupon codes: Apache 3800 (Large case) 67157545 $29.99 (orig $39.99) Plastic ammo box. 67060437 $3.99 (orig $6.99) Steel ammo can. 30529775 $12.99 (orig $15.99) 20% off: 31505565

[@ryantettenburn940]

nekronaut32 right on! Yeah, the precut foam is nice. I appreciate the coupon codes. Thx

[@claytonphillips1833]

Ryan Tettenburn n

[@uniVerse-21-A]

California Approved AR-15 😂

[@davebewshey1549]

How would you make a video on how to do something if you suck at it

[@joeklebs3944]

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!

[@catanksrus]

Did you glue the foam down in your flag safe? If so, what glue did you use?

[@Ideo7Z]

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

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@darianbennett4565]

Wow. Greatly appreciated. Looks good

[@LickyMy9]

Can I just use sharp utility blades?

[@gunsnmammons]

I love arts and crafts

[@jimbanks3555]

California compliant AR😂😂😂😂

[@josh2711]

Anyone had success using a sawzall?

[@h8ful-j151]

LOL@California approved AR-15

[@mwm1960]

H8ful-J Don't try to carry one in CA!

[@shindukess]

There is an easier cleaner way to do this. Get a cheap solder iron, twist a paperclip around the tip so it's sturdy, leave the rest straight like a needle passed the iron tip, heat up the iron and cut your foam.

[@MaverickTangent]

You can use scissors , you just cut your fingers a lot more and bleed on the foam. Ask me how I know...

[@whiskeypapa8842]

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

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@bong9130]

LMAO @5:55

[@kyl272]

Def needed a electric knife for mine lol

[@JosephAnthonyJosefius]

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

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@burnafterreading7335]

3 layers on all my pelican cases

[@King_drew]

I cant wait for my case to come in!

[@bentstrider]

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!!

[@Prepper_Raider]

Loved "We have our California approved AR-15 right here" 😁 For the perfectionist out there, use a hot wire to do this if you want it to look absolutely perfect. And you'll likely want to use the 'hard' Styrofoam.

[@hellraisingvtec]

thanks for the video

[@hansvonmannschaft9062]

Had to pause somewhere past 5:55, after the California-approved AR-15 came outta the foam. Laugher made it impossible to continue listening, almost died there, recovered now, would watch that part again though.

[@Rickjames127]

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]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@Rickjames127]

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

[@SitNSpinRecords]

Try to make your cuts using straight lines. No curves. It will look cleaner and not as much like a diy project. If you want it to look xtra nice, plasti dip the bottom layer one color and spray the top layer another color. Black & white. Black and red etc. just remember to spray light light coats. Just pepper it. The foam shouldn’t be covered until the 4th coat. Apply 5 or 6 light costs and it will look great. You can also spray adhesive the layers together. Drying time is the only bottleneck. Ill get up in the am and do a coat, maybe 3rd coat around lunch, and finished before bed. Let it sit in the garage or somewhere safe over night or you will stink up the place. It’s strong. But it fades after a day or two. Let it sit for a day or two to completely cure and your buds will be asking where you got it done at. Under $30 and a weekend you will have a case that you are proud of. 2 different color bottles per pelican case will cover the 1750 and smaller. If you can afford it, throw $100 on spray and do a few cases at once. It will take the same amount of time as one case. Spraying is the fastest part.

[@ronpettit3200]

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

[@TheUberSchattenjager]

Just saw this in 2022, but an added tip is to spray the finished foam with Plastidip on both sides. Added durability, no foam frays, and repels liquid from getting into the foam

[@shojus]

MORE 4k PLEASE!!! :)

[@MatthewHKnight]

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.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@brianmorgan4977]

Cutting foam with a electric knife, the one you carve turkey with. Are you nuts? The lady of the house would kill me. So I bought one just for cutting foam.

[@mowens1972]

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?

[@50cent1432]

Wow it’s that easy

[@tremerefury]

As much as I'm looking forward to doing this for my guns... I think I'm going to do this for my guitars first... They're more fragile. Lol

[@mauricebrown24]

Can I use a razor ?

[@nothingelsetolose7661]

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

[@Steve-jl2qv]

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!