TSA locks for Pelican 1750

[Panhandler80]

So I have four for one case from years ago, but I need to fly with two cases. The ones I have are pretty beefy…. They are pad locks. The only ones I can find online now are only 7/8 wide. See below. Other ones as bout 50% bigger. Can’t find anywhere. Suggestions?

 

[hflier]

If you are flying with a firearm you should not use TSA locks.

 

[Puldo Bruce]

^what he said. I can’t tell if the lock you show has a TSA lock or not, but you don’t have to, and shouldn’t, use a TSA lock on gun cases. I’ve flown several times with a gun case locked with regular padlocks and it’s a breeze. It makes my flight a whole lot better knowing that some random TSA agent can’t mess with my gun. The Exo mountain gear podcast has an episode on traveling for hunts if you want more information.

 

[Antares]

I just bought a set (keyed alike) of Abus 88/40s for my pelican case.

 

[CHAD PEZZLE]

I just bought a set of combo locks from lowes. I prefer the combo lock instead of a key, incase you lose/forget the key.

TSA approved locks are not required.

I also read somewhere that you need to have all the locks installed on the case if there's room for them, I'm not sure if this is accurate info, just something I read previously, but can't remember where. Example: my pelican case for my rifle has 4 lugs to attach locks to, so I run 4 locks all with the same combo.

 

[ODB]

I just bought a set of combo locks from lowes. I prefer the combo lock instead of a key, incase you lose/forget the key.

TSA approved locks are not required.

I also read somewhere that you need to have all the locks installed on the case if there's room for them, I'm not sure if this is accurate info, just something I read previously, but can't remember where. Example: my pelican case for my rifle has 4 lugs to attach locks to, so I run 4 locks all with the same combo.

Your latter point is a good one for people to pay attention to. I use a 1750 and always use 4 locks.

And no TSA locks.

 

[Panhandler80]

10-4. I guess that explains why I can’t find what I’ve been using for years! Hahaha. At the time I must have known TSA not required. Thanks

 

[dieselchessy]

I use master locks, set of 4 keyed the same. 2 on the case, and 2 inside with a note to use if they end up cutting locks. 1 key on me and one in my hygiene kit.
Haven’t had an issue in maybe 20 years.

 

[Chipnalong]

Weird question , if the tsa checks your case before you fly why would they need to get back into the case afterwards ?

 

[thegrouse]

If you have the TSA locks you can drop and go. They do not inspect it in front of me when I have the TSA locks. When I attach the keyed locks I am required to stay and watch while they inspect. I use TSA locks most of the time so I do not have to wait around for another 20 minutes. This is how it works at the 5 or so airports I fly in and out of.

 

[WCB]

Weird question , if the tsa checks your case before you fly why would they need to get back into the case afterwards ?

because they are morons

 

[Netherman]

I have the same case and use 4 combination locks with my phone number written on the case. That way I can be contacted if something comes up where they need to inspect again. The TSA rule is that the case needs to be "secured" and not allow access to the firearm so two locks would likely be sufficient, but for the cost of two locks I'd rather not argue. having my rifle make it on the plane and to the final destination is my #1 priority.


Bonus Tip: Keep a knife or cutting device in another checked bag. A few years ago I arrived in MT with a monster zip tie around my gun case. All my knives and sharp things were in the rifle case. Ended up melting the zip tie off with a lighter. It was a mess.

 

[PredatorSlayer]

There is no way in hell I would ever use TSA locks. I dont want anybody messing with my firearms unless I am watching them.

 

[Pikespeak]

I once accidentally left a bench made pardue hunter in a pocket of a bag when traveling. Some young tsa agent was really over the top helpful getting it put in their mailer thing so I could get it back. Never saw it again, him or someone else yanked that thing out of the system. My favorite knife I ever had and limited run.

 

[ODB]

I once accidentally left a bench made pardue hunter in a pocket of a bag when traveling. Some young tsa agent was really over the top helpful getting it put in their mailer thing so I could get it back. Never saw it again, him or someone else yanked that thing out of the system. My favorite knife I ever had and limited run.

Wonder how pissed they would be if you filmed them taking it and asking them to identity themselves on camera. I think they would have to allow that, no?

 

[Chipnalong]

So I can’t have my hunting knife in the gun case ?

 

[Wapiti1]

So I can’t have my hunting knife in the gun case ?

Yes you can. You can put anything you want in there, even a gun and, gasp, ammunition. Just don't put the ammunition in the gun. Keep it in it's own happy place.

I fly with rifles and shotguns frequently. Ammo in the case with the firearm, and I put knives, tripods, trekking poles, clothes, and anything else that I feel is necessary in there too. Great place for fishing poles.

Jeremy

 

[MattB]

There is no way in hell I would ever use TSA locks. I dont want anybody messing with my firearms unless I am watching them.

At some airports you do not have the option. You can use non-TSA locks and have to wait 20 minutes at the check-in area in case they need your keys to open your case to inspect your stuff behind closed doors, or you can use TSA locks and go right on to security.


Good idea on putting your phone # on the outside of the case.

 

[PredatorSlayer]

At some airports you do not have the option. You can use non-TSA locks and have to wait 20 minutes at the check-in area in case they need your keys to open your case to inspect your stuff behind closed doors, or you can use TSA locks and go right on to security.


Good idea on putting your phone # on the outside of the case.

You always have the option - I have flown all over the country with my rifle, maybe 50 or so flights and have never used a TSA approved lock on my gun case. Get to the airport 20 min early if you think you need to - well worth it. I have never had them inspect it behind closed doors. I have always been there and been able to watch them do it.

 

[KChunter71]

Walmart 4 pack of locks with keys and go