Looking for recommendations for chip case with wheels - 1240 chips (1 Viewer)

[Goldfish]

I am interested in getting a traveling chip case (with wheels if possible) to carry 12 matsui racks and 1 50 mm Justin rack (1240 chips total). Does such a thing exist? If so, any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[Goldfish]

I think I answered my own question…… is this too big for 1300 chips? Any thoughts on this case?

 

[NotRealNameNoSir]

Its going to be huge, but effective! I fit 1200 43/50mm chips in a 4800 in the covered racks but the thing is a wrecking ball, wheels are smart. This case will have room for your racks plus cards/buttons/whatever.
To answer: no, I don't think its too big. Think it'll be a good fit. 4800 is only a few inches bigger all around and is kind of tight, this looks great.

 

[NotRealNameNoSir]

I've seen a few threads where members were wondering which Apache case was best for Royal (43mm) chips, and others where members were discussing how many 39mm chips could fit in a 4800 case.

So my experience is that I can snugly fit 17 racks of 43mm Royals into an Apache 5800 case:

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5 rows are stacked 3 levels high, and 1 row is stacked 2 levels high. The chips are at the perfect height so that the foam layer on the lid applies enough pressure to keep them in place without the need for an extra rack placed upside down over the top level of chips (I place a layer of paper over the chips to avoid contact and possible color transfer between the foam and the chips).

The left most row cannot take 3 levels due to the placement of the wheels on the lower (left) edge of the case, so 1800 chips would not work. There is room for dealer buttons on the right, but not enough room for cards or other accessories. The whole thing weighs a whopping 60 lbs, so the wheels on the 5800 are an absolute necessity. There isn't a whole lot of padding on any of the edges, so this wouldn't be recommended for a cross country bus ride or abuse by airport baggage handlers, but for carrying in your car or a relatively secure and dust/water resistant home storage solution, it seems to fit the bill.

Review of them. Without covered racks he's 6 across and 3 deep, so Im not worried about 1200 chips. This would allow for some more padding above or below them.

 

[Goldfish]

I recall seeing some type of spray to harden the foam once plucked. What is that? And do I need that?

 

[ovo]

bring this to your next game, plenty of room

 

[k9dr]

@ChaosRock has this Pelican case for his Bubb's chips:

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/bubbs-poker-den-cali-colors-cash-set-cpc-b-diamond.9652/

 

[NotRealNameNoSir]

I recall seeing some type of spray to harden the foam once plucked. What is that? And do I need that?

Yes, highly advise it. PlastiDip, comes in a spray can, used to toughen up the foam once you've plucked it to the shape you want. Without using it, your foam will start to lose pieces as you take racks in and out and generally lose its shape/composure. After spraying it holds shape and integrity much better. With that many racks, do at least 3 or 4 full coats and let them dry and air out first, then pack it all in.

 

[BirdCage]

Nanuk 935 might be big enough. Frequently on sale in Amazon Warehouse, see manufacturer link & Amazon example.

https://nanuk.com/collections/wheeled-cases/products/nanuk-935

 

[Goldfish]

I have a harbor freight near me so I popped in…….

 

[Goldfish]

So, with the roller case, how would the experts stack the matsui racks in the case. I am thinking 3 deep, 2 wide. But then the racks would be on their side when the case is upright. Does that matter? Any thoughts?

 

[RocAFella1]

@JeepologyOffroad

 

[JeepologyOffroad]

Nanuk 935 no question

 

[jpietrella]

100% the Nanuk 935. That's the solution I use for my Riffles + PCA sec sets, both eclipse 1200 chips.