Help me setup/build a transport case for my detector...

[pyledriver]

I have an old Halliburton Zero aluminum case that may work for this..I just need to get the lock fixed. So that's one question I guess. Beyond that, the case is a wee bit small, but this might be a good thing? What do folks use that is suitable for air transit and can really take a beating? Anything that was meant for another purpose but 'reclaimed' as a detector case interests me! Might be overthinking this (not unusual for me) but I have a buddy who is a baggage handler at a major airline and he assures me that, excluding too much weight, there might not be such thing as overkill when it comes to protecting valuables!

 

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[brokenarrow]

Well your friend is right, luggage takes a beating at the hands of baggage handlers and the machines that move them from check-in to the baggage carts.
My best and tested solution to this was a Pelican brand hard case. it is on tough mother. they come in different sizes and colors. you may have to test fit a couple to find the right one.
http://www.pelican-cases.com/images/1700.pdf
this is the one i use. Mine is OD green and is marked with a decal that reads "Caution- sensitive electrical equipment"
one that reads "Contents monitored by GPS tracking devise" and an engraving that reads "Property of U.S. Government"
I have NEVER had a problem with it getting to where i need it. I know these cases are a bit $$$$$ but i got a good deal on mine and its worth it to protect your investment. Just be sure to get TSA approved locks because they will check it,especially a military style case. hope this helps you

 

[pyledriver]

Good point on the locks! That does help too, thanks!

 

[kenley]

Man I wish I had a "Halliburton" The last one I priced was about the price of my first car. By the way...that is the only item the Earl P. Halliburton family kept to themselves..all else went public.