uspfan
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I know there have been millions of threads on flying with guns, and I've done it myself several times without issue. I'm wondering if anyone has advice on a new situation for me though: flying with multiple (about 10) handguns, with combined value of several thousand dollars.
My plan is to load them into a hardsided locking suitcase, and then secure that in a larger, regular suitcase with some assorted clothes and whatnot. The overall package should be pretty non-descript.
My main concern is that, flying with Southwest, the maximum value they'll insure is $5000. The guns are worth more than that. I doubt there will be a problem, as in the past, I've been able to watch the TSA guys as they inspect the guncase and then send it on its way to the plane, so I don't think a lot of hands will be touching it and funny-business should be limited. However, we are talking about a lot of money to risk.
The only other option I can think of is to overnight it with UPS to the location where I'm staying. Using conservative estimates on the weight/size of the container, plus insurance, it will be at least $200 each way to ship them like that.
I guess I'm just looking to hear if anyone has experience flying with multiple high-dollar guns (rifles, too), and whether it's worth being worried about. Are there any alternatives I don't know about? I've flown 4 or 5 times with a smaller amount of handguns and not had a single issue. The main difference here is the sheer dollar amount.
My plan is to load them into a hardsided locking suitcase, and then secure that in a larger, regular suitcase with some assorted clothes and whatnot. The overall package should be pretty non-descript.
My main concern is that, flying with Southwest, the maximum value they'll insure is $5000. The guns are worth more than that. I doubt there will be a problem, as in the past, I've been able to watch the TSA guys as they inspect the guncase and then send it on its way to the plane, so I don't think a lot of hands will be touching it and funny-business should be limited. However, we are talking about a lot of money to risk.
The only other option I can think of is to overnight it with UPS to the location where I'm staying. Using conservative estimates on the weight/size of the container, plus insurance, it will be at least $200 each way to ship them like that.
I guess I'm just looking to hear if anyone has experience flying with multiple high-dollar guns (rifles, too), and whether it's worth being worried about. Are there any alternatives I don't know about? I've flown 4 or 5 times with a smaller amount of handguns and not had a single issue. The main difference here is the sheer dollar amount.