Meade ETX 80 case, thoughts?

[04Stefan07 (Stefan)]

Looking at grabbing one of these and taking the foam out and getting some custom cut foam for another scope.

Can anyone comment on durability and if it's a good case? Picture's would be great as well.

[LewisM]

Why not go to a music store and find a case that fits? They make these cases for a wide range of musical instruments, and sometimes with pluck foam so you can fit it yourself.

I take it you gave up on the Craftrite case options (which are more durable than these aluminium cases anyway)

[LewisM]

Start here: http://www.musiciansfriend.com/cases-gig-bags-covers

And: http://www.ebay.com/sch/Cases-/41403/i.html

Refine the eBay link for Australian only sellers if you prefer.

I have used a case made for instruments previously. Perfect.

[04Stefan07 (Stefan)]

Craftright cases are good but I want a case between the medium and large sizes. I don't mind paying more for that piece of mind, buying a $50 case for a telescope that's so much more doesn't sit right with me.

Thanks for the links!

[04Stefan07 (Stefan)]

I have found a perfect case for my scope.

http://www.jdsound.com.au/products/6...x33x20-cm.aspx

I bought this one which is built very well and is a decent price.