Help with range bag recommendation

[Clovishound]

Not sure if this is the right place on the forum for this.

My daughter's birthday is coming up. She has recently gotten into shooting, and we now go once a week to the range. She fell in love with my Mark I target, and it is now basically hers. Right now she is using my old range bag, just a cheap no frills, and I am using a Woodcraft bag I had lying around. I actually like the Woodcraft bag myself, but that's another story.

Anyway, I am looking for a nice bag for her birthday. I am involving her in the decision, as I want her to be happy with it, rather than surprised. Nothing local has sparked her interest. She has come to the conclusion she wants some storage compartments/pouches, but not too many. She doesn't care much for tactical black, and hates pink.

This is the best one I have been able to find so far.

http://www.amazon.com/Padded-Deluxe...TF8&qid=1403438711&sr=1-10&keywords=range+bag

Decent price, good reviews, seems to fit the bill. Anybody have experience, or other recommendations.

 

[BradB]

Hello Clovishound,

Unless you have to have something beautiful that advertises "hey it's got guns inside it" , school backpacks work very well with unlimited colors and very good durability along with a variety of compartments. It's a little more safe in the case of something being left unattended for a moment to have a bag that doesn't look like it has guns in it. Never can be too careful. Good luck with your shopping.

 

[LaneP]

Midway may have some offerings you might want to look at

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?dimensionids=3939

I bought one if their bags but ended up going back to an old heavy duty plastic tool box. It does a better job of protecting the contents and looks like a junky old tool box without advertising its contents to the extent some current bags seem to.

 

[Cheesewhiz]

I have two of these.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/2208190091/ced-professional-shooting-range-bag-nylon?cm_vc=ProductFinding

I know they cost a bit but they have lasted me a long, long time and I go to the range a lot. I really can't recommend them enough.

 

[Thunderhawk]

I have several Midway bags. I use two for the range, one as a bugout bag, and one carries my wife's camera gear.

 

[jmrehn]

http://acecase.com/range-bags/

I have one from here, well made, and made in The United States

 

[Ruger Nut10]

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-Carry-On-Gear-Bag/1729402.uts?Ntk=AllProducts&searchPath=%2Fcatalog%2Fsearch.cmd%3Fform_state%3DsearchForm%26N%3D0%26fsch%3Dtrue%26Ntk%3DAllProducts%26Ntt%3Dgear%2Bbag%26WTz_l%3DHeader%253BSearch-All%2BProducts%26x%3D0%26y%3D0&Ntt=gear+bag&WTz_l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products

Great little bag. I have 3 and I use them for pistol matches and they are just the right size and the end pockets can hold ear muffs or 2 (100) round packs of 9mm ammo.

I carry a SR9, 5 mags, holster and mag pouch with a hand towel. Side pockets hold small screwdrivers/allen wrenches ect... ammo on one end and muffs on the other. Shooting glasses and ear plugs in the top mesh zipper pouch. all for $12... Find them for $10 usually in their sale adds.

 

[Slyk Willy]

I like this one I got from Ruger,
http://shopruger.com/Ruger-Range-Bag-with-a-Removable-Strap/productinfo/19054/

 

[thomaskling]

When I go to the range my gear travels in an old Samsonite brief case with a three tumbler lock built in. It can carry a lot of weight (guns & ammo etc,) with a very nice handle. No sagging in the middle like you have on soft bags with shoulder straps. The locking feature allows me to go out on the range without fear that someone will steal my other guns or ammo. This may be old school and not as sexy as a soft range bag, but it works for me. I have given some thought into putting a ballistic plate into one of the top lid pockets, but they are expensive. This case was a hand me down from my Dad, but he probably paid $30.00 for it 30 years ago. I have decorated the case lid with decals from Ruger, Talon, and other gun stuff, you cannot do that with a soft bag.

 

[6gun]

Been trying to find a range bag myself, seems everything on the market is made for semi-auto pistols, haven't been able to find anything made pacifically for a revolver shooter.

 

[Cape Cod Terry]

Any of the soft side laptop computer bags work just fine. They are usually well padded with several compartments and lots of pockets. You can purchase them new at any office supply store, but they are readily available at any thrift store for 5 or ten bucks. My nice laptop bag (that I actually carry my lap top in) has a nice pocket for my SR45 and a spare mag. They also make nice bags for the hard plastic tackle boxes when fishing.
Cape Cod Terry

 

[Clovishound]

Been trying to find a range bag myself, seems everything on the market is made for semi-auto pistols, haven't been able to find anything made pacifically for a revolver shooter.

These days I usually shoot both revolver and semi. My semi gets carried, the revolver goes in the bag. My daughter has taken over my Mark I and that goes in her bag. Not sure how much difference there would be between a bag made for semis and a bag made for revolvers, other than elastic straps for mags.

One of the things I like about the Woodcraft bag I am using now is that it has a number of pouches that help keep things better organized than the "dump it all together in the bag" situation I had with the old range bag she is now using.

I have passed along the info about several of the top contenders, still no feedback from daughter. I still have plenty of time, her birthday is in August.

If she goes for the one I listed, and I like it after it gets here, I may get one for myself down the road. Just have to get a different color so we don't get confused on whose is whose.

 

[louchia]

I picked up a tool bag from Minards. Very sturdy has pockets inside to organize ammo and other misc, I usually carry 3 guns in their carry cases inside the beg, several boxes of different cal. ammo, marker I use on targets , a few small tools for trouble that may arise,etc. It can be zipped closed and secured with a small lock if desired. Works for me. $20-24 .

 

[groberts]

I got a tool bag from Home Depot. Inexpensive and very sturdy.

 

[Clovishound]

Well, I might like a tool bag, but this is a present for my daughter. I don't mind spending a little more to get the "right" bag. I might balk at paying $150 or $200 for one, but $50 to $75 is fine for a good, well made bag that she really likes.

What's worse is I am jonesing to get her a gun for Christmas. Getting her a newer Mark seems silly, as she really likes my (well, now probably her) Mark I. We have rented a few other guns, but nothing has sparked her interest. But, that's for another thread.

 

[MountainWalker]

Home Depot has some nice Husky tool bags which will serve.

 

[louchia]

Well, I might like a tool bag, but this is a present for my daughter. I don't mind spending a little more to get the "right" bag. I might balk at paying $150 or $200 for one, but $50 to $75 is fine for a good, well made bag that she really likes.

What's worse is I am jonesing to get her a gun for Christmas. Getting her a newer Mark seems silly, as she really likes my (well, now probably her) Mark I. We have rented a few other guns, but nothing has sparked her interest. But, that's for another thread.

$50 -75 should get you a nice bag. If you are really uncertain, I would think that they are sold at the range you shoot at. Browse the store with the wife and see if you can get her to comment on one.

 

[Clovishound]

The LGS/range we shoot at has a very poor selection of range bags. We have looked at a couple of local sources to see them in person. Nothing looks nearly as good as the bag I posted.

 

[Leucoandro]

I have a couple boarding bags that I use. Very durable, they don't scream gun, any available in a wide variety of designs and colors.


Charlie

 

[doberman]

The Midway bags are very, very good. I got the large one to replace my small Ruger bag. I typically take, 3 handguns (9, 380, and 22) and around 600-900 rounds with me when I go to shoot. I doubt she needs that much space and storage. Their small or medium bag would probably work great for her. They are not very feminine looking though. They are designed to carry firearms, ammo and accessories. I've used other types of bags for this and after having used a good range bag....have found that works the best for me. For the same or even double the price, you won't find a better bag. If you do, please let me know!

 

[6gun]

Been trying to find a range bag myself, seems everything on the market is made for semi-auto pistols, haven't been able to find anything made pacifically for a revolver shooter.

These days I usually shoot both revolver and semi. My semi gets carried, the revolver goes in the bag. My daughter has taken over my Mark I and that goes in her bag. Not sure how much difference there would be between a bag made for semis and a bag made for revolvers, other than elastic straps for mags.

One of the things I like about the Woodcraft bag I am using now is that it has a number of pouches that help keep things better organized than the "dump it all together in the bag" situation I had with the old range bag she is now using.

I have passed along the info about several of the top contenders, still no feedback from daughter. I still have plenty of time, her birthday is in August.

If she goes for the one I listed, and I like it after it gets here, I may get one for myself down the road. Just have to get a different color so we don't get confused on whose is whose.

I need something with divided holders for revolvers I might take 3 or 4 at a time. slots for loaded speed loaders would be nice.

I though chicks carried everything in their purse, maybe your daughter just needs a bigger purse (just kidding)

 

[Clovishound]

Just an update. Daughter decided on the Rangemaster bag I linked to. I ended up ordering the wrong color. I hit the back button and it defaulted on another color. When it arrived, we both looked over the bag, and my daughter kind of wanted the green one rather than the tan one I accidentally ordered. Long story short, we now have matching range bags.

I've used it a couple times, and really like it. It is well made, has plenty of pockets and spaces to organize stuff. The thing I like best is there are several compartments that will hold a handgun without the gun rug. Actually, it has spaces for several. My daughter used hers the first time today, and seems to like it almost as much as I like mine.

It's great having a common hobby with your daughter. 8)

 

[dannylightning]

i got this great little bag for 15 bucks.. looks like its went up to 18 bucks.

http://www.amazon.com/GunMate-Range-Removable-Hook-Dividers/dp/B0047T4J20/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1408574609&sr=1-1&keywords=range+mate+bag

its small, but it holds everything i need, i put ammo inside the main compartment on the bottom of the bag, than my holster, tape, glasses, my clip pouch, and all that other stuff goes in there too. the 2 outside pockets are perfect for carrying a hand gun in each pocket, those have 2 zipper and when zipped togeather you can put a pad lock on each of the outside pockets.

if you want something with allot of room this may not be a good option. but if you are just taking the basic stuff you need with you this is perfect

 

[loaded round]

All the previous suggestions regarding range bags are excellent suggestions, but as usual I have to put my two cents in regarding these bags. I bought my son a Brownell's range bag for his birthday in May and it's the finest made bag I've seen. It's a bit pricey at around 100 bucks plus shipping but well worth it quality wise. Best of all it's made in the USA. Now I want one myself for Christmas.

 

[Clovishound]

I've been using the bag for a couple of weeks now. Thought I would do a little review of it.

This is the bag all closed up. It's a nice size. Made with heavy canvas material. Has a detachable shoulder strap with heavy metal fasteners. Well balanced when carrying without the shoulder strap (my normal preference). It has two covered pouches on one side that close with Velcro. One is perfect for my shooting glasses, the other has a clear plastic ID holder on the front. There is smallish Velcro closed pouch on each end.

Here it is open. A double zipper with attached single strap opens the main compartment. There is a padded pouch one on each side to hold a total of two weapons in the main compartment. Weapon pouches close with a heavy Velcro strap. They seem nicely secure in these pouches. There are elastic magazine holders along the sides. They are a little snug, but work well enough. There are two open pouches on either end big enough for a box each of centerfire ammo. Bottom has a stiffener in it. Time will tell whether it is durable or not. One of the side pouches zipper opens from the top only. This is perfect for storing a weapon sans gun rug. It seems well padded, and makes for very easy placement and retrieval.

This is one of the outside pouches. As you can see it opens all the way. There are a couple of smallish covered pouches that close with Velcro. You can put a weapon in this large pouch. Some of the inside fabric is that thin slick synthetic fabric that I'm not a big fan of. Having said that, most of this fabric has been quilted, which improves things a lot IMO.

Final shot from the other side. As you can see it has a Velcro square that makes putting a patch on the bag a piece of cake. Now I need to find one of my old military patches. My daughter has already put a K-9 patch on hers. That is a Dr Who K-9, not the military/police dogs.

Overall I am very pleased with this bag. It was $48 with free shipping, and arrived in about a week. It is well laid out, and very well made. While not an overly large bag, it will comfortably hold 4 weapons, ears, ammo, magazines, and a plethora of smaller gear and necessaries. Just don't bring along too much ammo in it. This may not be the last range bag you will ever buy, but it is a VERY good bag for the money IMO.