I think some of the difference would be due to where TSA inspects luggage.. up near the counter, or through the belt system in back. Generally the only reason a case needs inspection(after declaration)is if the xray image isn't enough to identify what is in the case. There is also some gray in what is ammo packaging (Travelers must securely pack any ammunition in fiber (such as cardboard), wood or metal boxes or other packaging specifically designed to carry small amounts of ammunition.) Many airlines, or some airline employees, don't consider Magazines to be "packaging" for ammo. Southwest Airlines policy is: Magazines or clips containing ammunition must be securely packaged (placed in another small box or in a secure cutout in the carrying case, in order to protect the primer of the ammunition).
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