A Few of our Favorite Soft Rifle Cases for the Range and Field

Guns & Ammo Staff recommend some soft gun cases that go beyond the minimum.

March 29, 2026 By Guns & Ammo Staff

A soft rifle case is a simple tool that often goes underappreciated. However, shooters should know that they are not equal. Silicone-treated knit socks that cover a long gun will meet the minimal legal requirements for transporting long-guns to and from a range in many states. “Gun socks” can be purchased in most retail chains or online retailers such as Brownells and Midway USA for $10. The most basic shotgun and scoped canvas rifle cases with zippers start at less than $15. Perhaps you have no issue toting your long gun in an inexpensive case; if it works, it works! However, you may experience zippers that won’t hold together, or an old pleather case holds moisture and causes certain guns to rust.

Another consideration is selecting a case long enough for certain rifles and shotguns, or tall enough to accommodate optics. You may find a pocket or two is useful to store spare chokes, paperwork, targets, small tools or dope cards. When you put some real money into a gun and scope, try not skimp on a soft case. For hunters and shooters that travel by air, some are also handy when packing a firearm within a hard case. What follows is an assortment of recommended soft cases that go beyond the minimum.

Browning Lona O/U Takedown Shotgun Case

Most high-end over/under and side-by-side shotguns are delivered in a fine, fitted hard case that could be used for general travel and transportation. They are usually given a soft inner liner, and the hard outer shell shields the gun and accessories from a reasonable amount of rough handling. However, these hard cases are often bulky or unusual in size, and in many instances a soft case is more practical to carry.

The Browning Lona soft-sided shotgun case is a short, compact canvas and leather case that’s ideal for transporting a shotgun when disassembled. The Lona takedown case measures only 35 inches in length, so it would even fit inside a larger suitcase. A fitted case isn’t always easy to fly with.

Inside, the quilted cotton canvas guards against scratches and abrasions, and due to its size, the Luna is more discreet to carry in appropriate public spaces than those that are obviously concealing a long gun.

Available in flint or black canvas colors accented with leather trim, the Lona features an accessory pocket for extra chokes and tools. The Browning Lona takedown soft case not only protects your fine takedown shotgun, it complements Browning’s aesthetics, too.

Falco R202 Wild Boar

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The financial threshold serious shooters and hunters have invested in their firearms has increased. In 2025, a high-performance rifle and scope package retails between $2,000 and $4,500. It makes sense to carry said rifle and scope in a quality case with intelligent design features, protection and storage.

Falco, a premium-quality holster maker based in Slovakia, offers the model R202 Wild Boar soft case for hunters and shooters. The R202 is constructed from a durable polyester fabric with suede backing in natural green or brown colors. Inside is a plastic shield and multiple layers of special anti-press foams designed to protection the firearm and optic from impacts and abrasion, all hidden by a quilted lining.

The case is 49-inches long, 11.4-inches wide, 17.7-inches tall, and features YKK zippers. Multiple pockets on the exterior of the case offer storage, including two zipper-closed pockets and a large pocket with a flap secured by a button.

The Falco R202 Wild Boar is a luxury case for high-value firearms for the range or field. G&A Editor-in-Chief Eric Poole evaluated this case on a recent African safari, packing his scoped rifle in it within a hard case for international travel. It proved durable and was handy for carrying the rifle between the lodge and Land Cruiser.

Federal Premium Long-Gun Soft Cases

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Federal Premium’s Long-Gun Soft Cases exude the classic combination of quilted cotton, leather, canvas and brass hardware with a touch of modern. The scoped rifle model and Premium Shotgun Case (shown) offer protection and utility. The waxed canvas cases feature top-quality zippers with fine leather reinforcements and brass hardware. The quilted aspect is not just a fine aesthetic choice, either. The liner makes it easier to slide firearms in and out each case.

The scoped rifle case is available in a 44- or 48-inch offerings, and the shotgun cases are 48- or 52-inches long. Both cases provide a large accessory pocket, ideal for storing shotgun chokes, tools or ammunition. Federal Premium’s long-gun cases deliver an excellent blend of functionality with a design sure to stir memories.

Available in a 50-inch rifle-length or a 36-inch carbine-length configuration, Leupold’s Rendezvous Rifle Case is a semi-rigid soft case that blends characteristics of both a hard and soft rifle case. Internally, there is ample room with partition for two firearms, and the case includes four straps to keep the rifles in place — with optics, too! The padding is soft and sturdy. Combined with the semi-rigid exterior, guns and optics are shielded against rough handling. Externally, the rifle-length Rendezvous (shown) features two oversized pockets for essentials such as spare magazines, bipods, tools and ammunition. Zippered pouches are outside of that. The Rendezvous could be an all-in-one case and range bag. The carbine-length Rendezvous only has one large pocket. MOLLE webbing supports additional pouches for equipment.

Rendezvous cases are not waterproof, but the semi-rigid bottom resists damp surfaces to protect the interior’s contents. It’s a well-built case featuring quality materials and a smart layout for range or tactical use.