Case options for FSQ85

[Starflyer]

Hi all,

I'll be aquiring one of these beauties in a few weeks time and I'd really like a robust case to store and transport it in.

What do other people use?

 

Cheers,

Ian

[ollypenrice]

It will probably come in a cardboard case with dedicated foam inserts. One option would be to make a plywood case to replace the outer cardboard but use Tak's internal padding. This would be easy to do if you just used aluminium or brass angle to run along each side and maybe piano hinge for the lid.

If your wallet has recovered from the impact of buying the Baby Q then there's ScopeGuard. I can't make the link work but just Google ScopeGuard Telescope Transport Cases. I have one of theirs for my TEC140 but never use it because the instrument is observatory based. Quality is excellent.

Olly

 

[ampleamp]

You could also try - 

 

[Physopto]

You can also try Thomann.de

 

A few that might do the job: You will have to supply the foam and fit it. I have used their cases and bags and they are good value.

http://www.thomann.de/gb/millenium_touring_trolley.htm

http://www.thomann.de/gb/thon_zubehoercase_80_33_35_grau.htm

http://www.thomann.de/gb/hardcase_hn40w_hardwarecase.htm

http://www.thomann.de/gb/boschma_cases_utility_case.htm

http://www.thomann.de/gb/explorer_cases_7641b_black.htm

This last one is expensive but built like a tank.

Derek

[Horwig]

This is for what I have for a 106, but it probably would be just as snug for its little sibling

Huw

 

 

[Starflyer]

Thanks for the replies guys, all great ideas :-)

[osbourne one-nil]

This is what I use for my FC100D - pricey, but I think worth every penny. 

http://www.canford.co.uk/PLABER-HPRC-CASES-Stands-and-tripods

 

[Starflyer]

I thought I'd update this thread as I went the custom route and had one made by Transit Cases.

I've written a brief review here together with some pics.

Thanks again for the replies and pointing me in the right direction.

 

Cheers,

Ian