Probably The Best Case Out There
Written: Apr 20 '05 (Updated Apr 20 '05)
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Pros: Extremely Rugged, Watertight, Dust Proof, Corrosion Proof, Floats with up to 90lbs.
Cons: Price but you get allot for it. Weight 26lbs.
The Bottom Line: If you want to protect expensive gear you wont go wrong with this case. No matter what environment you put it in.
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| tysonson's Full Review: 1750 TRAVEL VAULT with WHEELS |
Pelican has been around since 1976 and has since evolved into the go to company for rugged, dependable, watertight and dust proof cases (they make tough flashlights too). SCUBA Divers seem to be the original target customers and are still a major focus. Today you can see their products in use with professionals from the military elite, journalists, rescue crews, and anyone else who needs a way to protect valuable equipment in harsh environments. Pelican also offers a custom service for anyone with custom needs.
I wanted a rifle case that would be good for life and in any environment, including airports. The Pelican cases had a proven track record and I decided to invest ($180) into one their cases, the Model 1750. It’s constructed out of Pelicans “Copolymer Polypropylene Structural Resin” and they claim the Model 1750 is indestructible as well as watertight, chemical resistant, corrosion proof, and dust proof. Its internal dimensions measure 50 ½” x 13 7/16” x 5 ¼” and external dimensions are 53” x 17 7/16” x 6 1/16”. It is temperature rated from -10F to 210F and floats in saltwater with up to a 90lbs load. Weight with foam is 26.5lbs, without 23.5lbs. It has two handles, a fold down on the end of the case and a fixed one in the middle, as well as a set of durable wheels on the other end of the case. The wheels are made out of ABS plastic and roll smoothly. The case I received is black but they also come in OD green.
The lid is held shut by four large, 2” wide, c-clamp type latches that you just force over a flange on the bottom portion of the case. They seem very secure, are hinged to the lid with stainless steel pins and are protected by a portion of the case that extends out in front of them a little. Next to the two end-latches are 3/8” holes for putting a lock on your gear. I use a couple of American heavy-duty locks on mine, and they are a tight fit but I feel comfortable no one will get through them too easy. It has four heavy-duty hinges with stainless steel pins in them. These steel pins can tend to work their way out a little on one end but it has only been a minor amount (about 1/8”).
The case is sealed with a neoprene o-ring that Pelican recommends you keep lubricated (“greased” but with what specifically they don’t say) and replace annually or when damaged (replacements are about $6). It also has a necessary feature for a case that is airtight (they don’t claim it but it seems to be), a pressure relief valve. I have traveled with this case from Denver, CO to Orlando, FL and back. When I got to Florida there was a definite strong suction due to the altitude change and turning the pressure relief valve open let me back in the case. You can leave the valve open if you choose, it simply screws down or out for closed or opened and is located under the central handle.
The inside of my case was lined with three layers of solid dense 1 9/16” thick polyurethane foam (optional). One layer is in the lid and seems to hold it’s self in place by being just slightly larger than the room it is meant to occupy. The other two layers are in the bottom and the top layer is meant to be cut to the shape of its intended contents. You will need a sharp long knife to cut it or you could have a custom cut piece of foam from Pelican if you choose but I am sure it would be expensive. Uncut replacement foam is about $60 for the set of three (I have not seen it sold as an individual piece) so try to get the cut right the first time. Pelican offers what they call Pick-n-Pluck foam that makes it easy to get the shape you want in the foam by plucking out the squares, unfortunately its not offered for the Model 1750 (maybe due to size).
Pelicans claim is “If you break it, we replace it, forever”. They offer an “Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee of Excellence” stated on the web-site: www.Pelican.com
“If for any reason you are not satisfied with the quality or performance of the Pelican™ product you have purchased, Pelican™ Products will gladly replace the product or refund your money (at your option) within 30 days after the purchase through the original Dealer/Retailer.
Pelican™ Products will continue to guarantee the product directly, against breakage or defects in workmanship. This guarantee does not cover the lamp or batteries in lights. The o-rings must be kept greased (and replaced if damaged) per product instructions. (Replace o-rings annually or when damaged.) Any liability, either expressed or implied is limited to replacement of the product. This guarantee is void only if the Pelican™ product has been abused beyond normal and sensible wear and tear. The guarantee does not cover shark bite, bear attack and children under five.
Should you have any problems, questions or comments, please let us know. We will do our utmost to earn your continued confidence in our products.
Yours sincerely,
Dave Parker
President, CEO
Pelican™ Products”
That being said, it has a great warranty. The case also has the following test specifications:
MIL STANDARD MIL-C-4150-J
IP 67, IP 57 in accordance EN60529/91 & IEC60529/89
Air Transportation Association Spec. 300
NATO Codified
In a nutshell the Model 1750 is:
-Watertight
-Dust Proof
-Corrosion Proof
-Chemically Resistant
-Very Rugged
-Floats with up to 90lbs in Seawater
-Covered by a great Lifetime Warranty
Recommended:
Yes
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