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Kapila Kane
Ha`aha`a
USA
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 Posted - 07/11/2015 : 07:58:58 AM
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WORTH KEEPING? We're having a garage sale and Music things are coming out of the dark corners! (see upcoming HSG music--free--post...as soon as this is on.
Is this coffin shaped "Flying transporter" , still checkable as luggage, (probably everything is for a price?!) Is it worth keeping? OR go for the other cases out there? Money is probably still an issue!
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Lawrence
Ha`aha`a
USA
1597 Posts |
Posted - 07/11/2015 : 10:48:41 AM
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If you mean the CaseExteme "Clam" case, my opinion is that it was always outdated.
It is a large case that is meant to surround a regular guitar case. If you do not mind paying for oversize checked luggage ($80 per flight or more), then it adds more protection. A traveling music pro might not mind paying the extra as a necessary business expense but I do not like it.
In addition, these Clam things (and all other non-rectangular luggage shapes) do not take advantage of the way airlines measure and handle checked luggage.
ALL the airlines use "linear size" (Length + Width + Height) to determine oversize so a true rectangular shape is the only shape that takes full advantage of these dimension limitations. A true rectangular shape also stows better in the large luggage containers that airlines use. You can pack lots of other things like music stands, guitar stands, sheet music, etc into a properly designed rectangular case and still be well UNDER the WEIGHT limit of 50Lbs.
I have a Calton case for my guitars that I no longer use because it "form fits" the guitar so I cannot carry much more extra than tuners and guitar straps in it, yet it is still more than 62 linear inches (therefore oversize). I built a rectangular case for my slightly smaller Guitar (9/10 scale) which measures just under 62 inches and I pack in my Guitar (in soft case), plus metal music and guitar stands, several large music books, batteries, straps, 3 guitar cables, etc, etc, and it STILL remains below Oversize and weighs only 35 pounds fully loaded.
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Earl
`Olu`olu
USA
530 Posts |
Posted - 07/11/2015 : 6:36:21 PM
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The Case Extreme Clam case holds the regular plywood guitar case inside the overall clam shell using foam inserts, creating a buffer zone for impacts. But when TSA opens this up for inspection they almost NEVER re-mount the guitar properly using the inserts. The original guitar case is left to just rattle loosely around inside the clamshell. Nice idea, but I don't see that it works out in the real world. I've talked with the inventor (Bruce Lamb) and he is a really nice guy, with some good DVD lessons available. www.thegtw.com
For airline travel I have one the SKB i-Series lockable cases.
http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?f=&id=719&o=&offset=&c=75&s=
It is big and heavy, but the wheels make it very portable in the airport. There is plenty of room inside for extras. Plus a rectangular shape does not scream "I'm a nice guitar. Steal me". |
Edited by - Earl on 07/11/2015 6:40:34 PM |
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basilking
Lokahi
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Posted - 07/13/2015 : 11:59:52 AM
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| That SKB case seems pretty "steal-me, I look like a gun case" lookin' to me. My properly-valued $.02 is, no easy answer for the "steal me" conundrum. |
Edited by - basilking on 07/13/2015 12:00:57 PM |
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chunky monkey
Ha`aha`a
USA
1023 Posts |
Posted - 07/13/2015 : 12:59:20 PM
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| I have a good Case Extreme story. When the Clam first was introduced (2003), Bruce Lamb gave one to Cyril Pahinui, who was staying with me in San Diego and was doing a local gig. Bruce wanted Cyril to use it and tell his friends. About a day after Cyril left San Diego, I found the case hidden behind my living room couch. Guess it wasn't for everyone even in 2003. |
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Kapila Kane
Ha`aha`a
USA
1051 Posts |
Posted - 07/13/2015 : 1:38:08 PM
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Wow, you guys, and girls, are great.
Of course, outdated is my style...
I was lucky enough to borrow a Calton case the last 2 times to Maui.
Now I just want to be lucky enough to go back to Maui.
Maybe I'll just buy a Goodall Silent guitar!
I did use it once or twice...
and guitar survived.
The main danger was when I was at a Kanikapila circle at George's, was busy picking up a uke or fiddle, and had to set 'er down. One quick turnaround and "clunk" it could have been Goodbye Goodall"!
Since then I took cheaper guitars, and had a great time.
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Is an Xtreme guitar case OUTDATED?
