Rifle case - is there a right way to cut up the foam?

[SteelToe]

Just received a double rifle case. Is there a right way of cutting out the pattern for the rifle, mag, etc?

[Loathing]

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=292695

If you're willing to go that extra bit for the perfect, clean look.

With mine I layed out everything that was going to go into the case onto the foam, traced it, then cut the shapes out using a leathermen. Not the cleanest cuts, but it got the job done.

I've had a couple people say it looks decent, I think it looks like ass but works at the end of the day. Maybe they were just being nice. :-P

[The Chad]

get a china marker and trace out your items, then get a box cutter or a few and cut your shit out. Take your time.

[SteelToe]

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Originally Posted by The Chad

get a china marker and trace out your items, then get a box cutter or a few and cut your shit out. Take your time.

the foam is about 1.5 inches. Is there a way not to cut the foam through and through? I am thinking of cutting it close to an inch deep only. That way, it would not interfere with the rifle in the first layer.

[SteelToe]

Originally Posted by Loathing

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=292695

If you're willing to go that extra bit for the perfect, clean look.

With mine I layed out everything that was going to go into the case onto the foam, traced it, then cut the shapes out using a leathermen. Not the cleanest cuts, but it got the job done.

I've had a couple people say it looks decent, I think it looks like ass but works at the end of the day. Maybe they were just being nice. :-P

That looks sweet. That guy mcguyvered a foam cutting table. Not sure if i can do that.

[Eeyore]

Originally Posted by ExtraExtra

That looks sweet. That guy mcguyvered a foam cutting table. Not sure if i can do that.

You can get a foam cutting knife at most hobby stores.

[Tex]

Cut out the shape you need then take the piece you just cut and cut the bottom off so it is as thin as you want it put it back in and it'll still look clean.

[UrbanSniper]

I had my storm case profesionally cut for my 2 AR15's for two reasons.

1. I would probably wreck it haha
2. I was told by the foam cutter that the foam releases poisonous gases when cut, so it might be worth while to ensure that its safe to cut. However I am by no means an expert so it would be good if this could be clarified.

[The Chad]

Originally Posted by ExtraExtra

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the foam is about 1.5 inches. Is there a way not to cut the foam through and through? I am thinking of cutting it close to an inch deep only. That way, it would not interfere with the rifle in the first layer.

Originally Posted by Tex

Cut out the shape you need then take the piece you just cut and cut the bottom off so it is as thin as you want it put it back in and it'll still look clean.

That's how, cut all the way through, then cut in half, then replace.


oooor you could just let the rifle make an impression over time.

[Hades]

Spray the foam with water than freeze it and cut using a sharp exacto knife. Makes it 10x easier.

[SteelToe]

Ok. Thanks for the info.

[jakster]

If it helps I did a custom foam cut for my M249. Cost me about $150 in equipment and material to get set up.
Heres the link for my whole rebuild project with a section on the foam cut out
http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=71821
Let me know if you have any question
Jakster

[Cammer]

I've had very good success using an electric bread knife, Picked mine up at Sally Ann.

[SteelToe]

Originally Posted by jakster

If it helps I did a custom foam cut for my M249. Cost me about $150 in equipment and material to get set up.
Heres the link for my whole rebuild project with a section on the foam cut out
http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=71821
Let me know if you have any question
Jakster

Thanks for that info. I wil now inclue in my options of buying a pick and pluck foam - http://www.foambymail.com/picknpluckcr.html

Cheers.

[Zita]

Sorry for jumping on this thread but I'm a bit confused on how to order the foam on foambymail.com.....
When I go to "check out" there isn't much of an option on shipping to Canada, it kind of forces US on the shipping address in some way