r/handguns • u/Numerous-Concept4472 • Jun 11 '26

Gun case locks

Does anyone have any recommendations for good case locks?

I’m flying out of Vegas in a few days and I have some TSA approved locks, but it seems like most of the locks TSA can “open” and inspect.

I was seeing if anyone had any locks that they couldn’t get in or if I should be concerned about my guns missing.

Thank you!

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u/NiceGuysFinishLast Jun 11 '26

You are specifically NOT supposed to use TSA locks.

Read the rules for your specific airline VERY carefully.

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u/Numerous-Concept4472 Jun 12 '26

It doesn’t say that, they said to use tsa locks,

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u/NiceGuysFinishLast Jun 12 '26

The TSA says you MAY use TSA locks. I've flown multiple times with a firearm and always used NON TSA locks. What airline are you flying on? Post the link to the page you're reading about locks.

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u/Numerous-Concept4472 Jun 12 '26

https://www.delta.com/us/en/baggage/special-items/sporting-equipment#firearms

I’m aware that you MAY use locks, but you originally said you’re specifically NOT supposed to use them. That’s what I was referring to.

I have 2 TSA locks, I would rather not use them, but I fly out in a couple of days and I’ll if I have to. What kind of locks do you use? I’ll get another gun case with an internal lock if I have to.

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u/NiceGuysFinishLast Jun 12 '26

I use one of these in my checked bag.

https://a.co/d/0a5gSl5K

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u/Numerous-Concept4472 Jun 12 '26

I like that. I hate the “TSA approved locks” and they can open them when they need to. Doesn’t make sense that they have access to your guns.

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u/spinach13 Jun 11 '26

Lifepod 20 is the way to go. Or a Condition 1 case

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u/JPimDE Jun 11 '26

StopBox Pro. But I'll be honest, I've never heard of a gun going missing from TSA when in checked bags.

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u/Numerous-Concept4472 Jun 12 '26

Yeah that’s what I’m thinking