Kherome
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Can anyone tell me who makes a good quality hard case?
Guess it depends on how much you are willing to spend. I have a fiberglass Crossrock case for my Farallon, and it feels sturdy enough to dance on. And I wouldn't worry at all if I had to check it during an airline flight. But it weighs a ton, and wasn't cheap, even on sale.
https://www.amazon.com/Crossrock-CR...rossrock+fiberglass,aps,155&sr=8-1-spons&th=1
I am a fan of the Crossrock Fiberglass and the Oahu fiberglass. They are very pricey, but strong cases, not horiffically heavy. I travel with my nicer ukes in them frequently, and they are worth the $. I managed to get a good deal on the Crossrocks on Reverb, about half off. Got an Oahu via HMS. I'd love to get another, but I haven't seem them in stock there for awhile. The crossrocks come with some extra padding you can remove to help fit just about any size. The storage compartment for each is a decent size (far better than the tiny compartment in my Kala ABS case). I would definitely recommend against the Kalas. I sent my first one back because it wouldnt latch well (latch was bent), the storage compartment cover was torn off, and the lining inside wasn't glued down and over half of it was lifted up. I got a replacement Kala, which I did keep, but it had a similar issue with a latch. It's almost impossible to latch one of the 3 latches. I am tempted to drill it out an re-rivet a new latch in. The upside of the Kala is it was cheap. The Kala Elite "traditional" style hard case is nice. I had one with a Kala Elite I have since sold. Kind of wishing that was the case I bought for my Kala Tenor now instead of the Kala ABS case.
I have a great soprano case that is rectangular like guitar and bass cases. I got it from a shop or person out of Texas about 15 years ago. Unfortunately I can't seem to find any like it now days. Don't use it much as I hand carry my ukuleles even the Martins, or securely tucked into my rolling back pack with e-note pads stands and such. I've seen a few "case dings" from contact with latches when removing them. A super solid case would only be necessary when checking it in to luggage during travel.
On a related note I have a double gig bag for 2 Tenors, I have none now. Zips up either side, plush inside, multiple loops for shoulder straps or just to hang vertically. I should send it on.
Dave
Maybe like one of these?
https://takumiukulele.com/product/fremont-cases/
If you look at the cost of the high end, you can probably find a local fabricator who will make a custom case for a similar price. Look up "Flight Case" in your local area and you are likely to find several companies that will supply a custom or pre-made case for your uke.
The Oahu cases offered by HMS are very nice too. The arch top is a great feature, providing more strength and protection.
Nice crushed velvet material inside too, of course it comes in plain black too.
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