So They Want A Lock In Each Hole?

[sestoppelman]

So did anyone read my question about what the TSA site says about TSA locks being acceptable on gun cases? Is this a change?

 

[Areaonereal]

Do not put tsa locks on your case

 

[Philip Glass]

I know this is a year old but I saw something on the TSA site that may have changed? There was a discussion on another forum about the use of TSA locks or not on firearms. So I double checked it says the usual about only the owner should have keys etc, but should give them to TSA to inspect etc. Nothing new there. Then it says any kind of lock is OK, INCLUDING TSA "recognized" locks. Now this got me to thinking, dangerous I know. Most of us have always gone by the NO TSA locks on gun cases,, period, and figured they were not even legal, but according to this new blurb, they are acceptable, but not mandatory, thank goodness. So is this a new thing or has it been there a while?
from the TSA site below.
"personnel request the key to open the firearm container to ensure compliance with TSA regulations. You may use any brand or type of lock to secure your firearm case, including TSA-recognized locks"

Regardless of what people say TSA locks have always been legal. Its just a personal preference.

 

[Philip Glass]

Pardon my ignorance but isn't there a way you can find a gun case with minimal holes?

or do like i did and cut the extra ones off!

 

[Philip Glass]

So did anyone read my question about what the TSA site says about TSA locks being acceptable on gun cases? Is this a change?

no

 

[sestoppelman]

I just don't recall seeing it listed as an option and wondered if that was something new. I have never used them on gun cases and never would.

 

[sierraone]

I just don't recall seeing it listed as an option and wondered if that was something new. I have never used them on gun cases and never would.

Ses, At least for United and Delta, at least since February 2017, The policy/reg has been to use non TSA locks on gun cases, BUT, you were allowed to use them to assist in expediting the check in process. The three times I have carried rifles on on commercial aircraft, I used four Brinks key locks. Once I check in at the counter I gave a airline employee a key, then waited for them to bring it back to me at the counter before I went through security. I''ll be going through the same process in two weeks on my way to Anchorage on Delta.

 

[RogerHeintzman]

my same fix

 

[Inline6]

I was shooting a match in Utah, TSA went to check it I had about 20k work of rifles/scopes and pistols in the case. They stood it up on edge, I said something to them. They got all pissy with me because I did not want to lose zeros on my rifles. Yes I raised my voice, some people just don't understand what it takes. It upsets me that someone that has no care for your personal affects is in charge of checking your system out.

Hopefully I'm the only one this happened to...I fear I'm not.

 

[sestoppelman]

From TSA,
"Only the passenger should retain the key or combination to the lock unless TSA personnel request the key to open the firearm container to ensure compliance with TSA regulations. You may use any brand or type of lock to secure your firearm case, ( including TSA-recognized locks" ). It is the last part that I was unaware of until today. I don't recall seeing that before.

Not questioning if its good idea or not, I wont use TSA locks on my gun cases, but just when this came about.

The part about assisting officials to check compliance has nothing to do with TSA locks, but rather any lock.

 

[sierraone]

From TSA,
"Only the passenger should retain the key or combination to the lock unless TSA personnel request the key to open the firearm container to ensure compliance with TSA regulations. You may use any brand or type of lock to secure your firearm case, ( including TSA-recognized locks" ). It is the last part that I was unaware of until today. I don't recall seeing that before.

Not questioning if its good idea or not, I wont use TSA locks on my gun cases, but just when this came about.

The part about assisting officials to check compliance has nothing to do with TSA locks, but rather any lock.

I don't recall the exact words, but it has been allowed for at least the last two years.

 

[Nevada Mike]

I have a hunting buddy that has some padlocks stampoed "Property of U.S. Government"

Very useful.

 

[Ryan]

I have a hunting buddy that has some padlocks stampoed "Property of U.S. Government"

Very useful.

As a veteran who's seen things disappear (or rather no longer seen things) from bases with such on it all I can say is your friend is an optimist. But it won't hurt either. It also won't prevent inspections unless your friend has proof he's a diplomat. I know a few Customs officers who take delight in exposing an impostor.

 

[Hogpatrol]

If the only person who can have the key to a gun case lock is the owner, how can a TSA lock be allowed? Even worse, it says the "combination". If I give an inspector the combination, I no longer am the only one who "retains" the numbers. Makes no sense whatsoever. I know. It's the government.

 

[Rum Runner]

Wondering if this case is ok to fly with...

 

[sestoppelman]

Yep.

 

[Hogpatrol]

Wondering if this case is ok to fly with...

View attachment 279096

Looks really solid. What's the empty weight?

 

[sestoppelman]

Its a commercial made case, as long as it isn't overloaded it should be good to go. Size is always a concern. I know my old aluminum case is oversized by some amount but it has never been turned away at an airport.

 

[Rum Runner]

Looks really solid. What's the empty weight?

Yep, old school...that's me. Good question about the weight, I'll have to get back with you!

 

[Scott CWO]

I agree but is this something relatively new, the TSA lock option?

Not new. Can use any type of lock but wouldn’t use TSA locks on a rifle case. I only use TSA locks on my ammo case inside my duffle.