Alaska Grade Waterproof Soft Gun Case

[Slugz]

Need to get a new one. Id prefer something high quality that can be handed down a generation or two.

Nomar
RGD
Alps
Rokman
Yukon Outfitters


Nomar, Rokman and Yukon Outfitters have made the short list. Any feedback, comments, experiences with them is greatly appreciated

 

[Bluumoon]

Rangeland™ Long Gun Backpack - Watershed Drybags

Built for higher caliber hunting and varmint rifles with larger optics, the Rangeland Long Gun Backpack will give you peace of mind on your next hunting trip. This waterproof bag will fit your rifle as well as other accessories while keeping them bone dry. Unrolled, the bag can hold guns up to...

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Their gear is considered top of the line for white water rafting. Can’t vouch for them personally

 

[crich]

I and a few buddies have Nomar cases. Its a great no frills option that holds up well. Another consideration is how bulky of a case you want and do extra features appeal to you.

 

[Slugz]

I and a few buddies have Nomar cases. Its a great no frills option that holds up well. Another consideration is how bulky of a case you want and do extra features appeal to you.

Hows the padding in the Nomar?

 

[crich]

Hows the padding in the Nomar?

It has a rougher nylon outer material and a soft faced fleece type texture inside. It's a dense foam almost like a neoprene feeling when your squeeze it. I think it's a good blend of being thin but substantial enough that I'm not worried when tossing it around. With the padding fully Inserted there is 10in of material to fold and snap closed.

 

[Slugz]

Thank you. Appreciate the pics!

 

[Slugz]

Ended up going Nomar.
I felt the best bang for the buck. It's solid. Padding inside is great.
Thanks for the help!!

That's my buddy's new 307 Weatherby with a 3-15 44m VX5 HD as a reference

 

[TurtleHerder]

Did you test out any of the other bags by any chance? I'm in a similar boat and have been considering NOMAR

 

[Slugz]

Buddy has a Yukon Outfitters. Well built. Solid.
Rokman was overpriced in my opinion.
Nomar fit the bill and a great price point.

All are made well and are waterproof.

Deciding factor for me was if by chance it came off a raft, I didn't wanna be looking for a camo or grey case. I wanted bright and ugly in color.

 

[TurtleHerder]

Deciding factor for me was if by chance it came off a raft, I didn't wanna be looking for a camo or grey case. I wanted bright and ugly in color.

I've got the same philosophy about that, not trying to make that kind of situation any more stressful. Looking to get one for any future rafting but also paddling out to duck blinds or marshlands.

 

[AKSandman]

When you want to upgrade from the Nomar, buy a Sagebrush Dry.

 

[TurtleHerder]

When you want to upgrade from the Nomar, buy a Sagebrush Dry.

That looks like a nice bag, but at double the cost of the NOMAR it’s pretty spendy

 

[Ckos_]

I have had the rock man for over a year and it has done its job just wish it had a little more padding

 

[doverpack12]

I’ve been really happy with my Nomar

 

[thinhorn_AK]

I’ve had a nomar for several years. No complaints at all. I have another one without padding that I got at a shop in Sitka while I was down for a trip a few years ago. It has its place too but isn’t padded. I’ve thought I could use an old foam sleeping pad to make a padded insert for it but never did.

 

[medvedyt]

we ve been using nomar for rifles and shotguns on our canoe and fly out trips and they all survive. the padding is great and of course i tried: it is floating but i added a dog lifejacket as i ve seen firearms taking the plunge into some lakes in quebec so not taking a chance.

a note the ones lost were not in a nomar soft case ...

 

[Theringworm]

I have a Nomar as well. The ONLY complaint I have is the “off the shelf” case can be difficult to squeeze a rifle down that has a large tactical style scope on it (I.e a Nightforce NX8/ATCAR with a 50mm objective). I made it work. They do however offer a custom option where they will cut it and build it to your specs. Beyond that, it’s an amazing case at a great price point.