Custom Foam gun case cutouts

TXAZ · October 18, 2020, 11:21 AM

Custom Foam gun case cutouts

I have a new Apache hard-shelled gun case for the new .308, which has the ‘punch out’ squares of foam. My Barrett came with a custom foam insert that was an exact fit and much firmer foam.

Any idea where I can get a firm, custom foam cutout for the .308’s gun case?
Preference is to not have to ship the gun and scope.

(I have the exact punchout and dimensions if that helps).

OneFreeTexan · October 18, 2020, 05:13 PM

Try thefoamfactory.com

dyl · November 8, 2020, 11:56 PM

You could also do this: Pick the foam to the shape of your liking. Then get a can of Plastidip rubberizer spray from Walmart or Lowes/Home Depot. Take the foam out, spray the foam and let it dry x 3 cycles. Your foam will have a tough stiffer rubber outer shell. I did it with my two smaller Apache cases.

**JohnKSa** · November 9, 2020, 01:46 AM

Some places to check out.

https://www.cobrafoaminserts.com/

https://mycasebuilder.com/

http://www.turboproductsusa.com/gun-case-inserts.html

https://www.carolinacustomfoam.com/comission-a-guncase/

Ricklin · November 9, 2020, 10:56 AM

If you need to cut out foam.
Break out the electric kitchen knife.

Preferably while your bride is out. Goodwill and other second hand stores usually have cheap electric knives.

Another great choice is the propane torch and a "disposable" knife. It's like a hot knife through.....foam.

The hot knife method is best practiced outdoors on a breezy day.

ballardw · November 9, 2020, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricklin

If you need to cut out foam.
Break out the electric kitchen knife.

Preferably while your bride is out. Goodwill and other second hand stores usually have cheap electric knives.

Another great choice is the propane torch and a "disposable" knife. It's like a hot knife through.....foam.

The hot knife method is best practiced outdoors on a breezy day.

Or with an actual hot knife designed for cutting plastic/foam/styrofoam etc available in many hobby shops.

October 18, 2020, 11:21 AM	#1
TXAZ Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 2010 Location: McMurdo Sound Texas Posts: 4,322	Custom Foam gun case cutouts Custom Foam gun case cutouts I have a new Apache hard-shelled gun case for the new .308, which has the ‘punch out’ squares of foam. My Barrett came with a custom foam insert that was an exact fit and much firmer foam. Any idea where I can get a firm, custom foam cutout for the .308’s gun case? Preference is to not have to ship the gun and scope. (I have the exact punchout and dimensions if that helps). __________________ Cave illos in guns et backhoes

November 9, 2020, 01:46 AM	#4
JohnKSa Staff Join Date: February 12, 2001 Location: DFW Area Posts: 24,986	Some places to check out. https://www.cobrafoaminserts.com/ https://mycasebuilder.com/ http://www.turboproductsusa.com/gun-case-inserts.html https://www.carolinacustomfoam.com/comission-a-guncase/ __________________ Do you know about the TEXAS State Rifle Association?

November 9, 2020, 10:56 AM	#5
Ricklin Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2008 Location: SW Washington state Posts: 2,011	Trimming foam If you need to cut out foam. Break out the electric kitchen knife. Preferably while your bride is out. Goodwill and other second hand stores usually have cheap electric knives. Another great choice is the propane torch and a "disposable" knife. It's like a hot knife through.....foam. The hot knife method is best practiced outdoors on a breezy day. __________________ ricklin Freedom is not free

October 18, 2020, 05:13 PM	#2
OneFreeTexan Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2002 Location: West, Texas Posts: 280	Try thefoamfactory.com

November 8, 2020, 11:56 PM	#3
dyl Senior Member Join Date: October 31, 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,310	You could also do this: Pick the foam to the shape of your liking. Then get a can of Plastidip rubberizer spray from Walmart or Lowes/Home Depot. Take the foam out, spray the foam and let it dry x 3 cycles. Your foam will have a tough stiffer rubber outer shell. I did it with my two smaller Apache cases.