Hey All,
I haven't really posted much recently as I have been finishing my doctorate at the University of Pittsburgh over the past few years. I've been gearing up to play more consistently. Combine that with the fact that my children are starting to spread out across the country, I have been seeking out a more robust case option. I was strongly considering Calton or Hiscox, but didn't see a great advantage if you are carrying two instruments. I feel as though those options are not always practical to lug around when you arrive at your destination. I did a quick search and only found one reference to the use of a Pelican case for mandolin transport. That one mention was in a Rich DelGrosso interview. I am pretty certain I can make this option work as a double mandolin case for both my original Collings "A" cases or the leather Reunion Blues ones seen in the picture. It would likely work with any of the lower profile gig bags out there. It does not fit with the Reunion Blues Continental Tenor Uke case I have recommended in several threads here. I'm hoping the cut the Kaizen foam in the next day or two. I'll try to remember to send an updated picture when that is completed. The best part about this option is that I already had the gig bags and the case is only $175. That is 20% of the cost of a single Calton case. I picked mine up on sale for $149. The Pelican Vault 700 would be a smaller profile if you only wanted that level of protection for one mandolin in a bag. It sort of feels like the best of both worlds combining gig bag portability with Calton-like protection. Yes, it's heavy! The case itself, before being loaded, is listed at 17 lbs. It has 6 latches, three handles and wheels for saving your back. For comparison, two Calton mandolin cases come in at nearly 19 lbs. Let me know your input both positive and negative.
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