I took back the SKB double rifle case that I bought from Gander Mountain a couple of weeks ago because it was just too big and heavy. I went to my favorite gun dealer today and I looked at a Storm im3300 and a Pelican 1720. Both cases seem to be about the same build quality IMO with the main difference being the latches and the handle. I checked prices online and I can get an equivalent size Pelican case for almost $20 cheaper than the Storm model. Is the Storm worth an extra $20? Has anyone had problems with their Pelican cases? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time! 
As a frequent traveller… what do they weight?
I have the IM3300. I chose it do to the great feedback from forums and their customer service. It’s alittle heavy. But did you see the pick with the Hummer driving over it. I think it is well built.
I bought my Storm online, and will get another eventually. Who carries them in MI?
The Hardigg Storm cases are a lot better constructed than the Pelican.
I’ve not weighted them - but they seem fairly close.
It seems like the Storm and Pelican cases can be had for similar prices before shipping. Sizes are off by an inch or two, so it’s almost a apples to apples comparisson.
$166.95, Boss Safety, Pelican 1720 Waterproof 42" Rifle/Long Gun Case with Foam
Inside Dimensions: 42"L x 13-1/2"W x 5-5/16"D
$149.10, snipercentral post - Ron Swiderski (Case center manager), Hardigg Storm Case - iM3200 44"
Interior Dimensions* (LxWxH)
44.0 x 14.0 x 6.0 in.
$149.95, Boss Safety, Pelican 1700 Travel Case with Foam 35 3/4"
Inside dimensions: 35 3/4" L x 13 13/16" W x 5 1/4" D
$129.50, snipercentral post - Ron Swiderski (Case center manager), Hardigg Storm Case - iM3100 36.5"
Interior Dimensions* (LxWxH)
36.5 x 14.0 x 6.0 in.
The storm case wins in EVERY single aspect of your question. I have flown quite a bit with firearms in the last couple of years, long guns and handguns.
The ability to open and close the storm, the comfort of the handles, the positive locking of the latches, the wheels, the ability to lift, steer, and the all around look of the storm cases make them a pleasure to have.
If weight is your concern, take this into your consideration, Last year I went to Tiger Valley for 8 days, and I had to fit all of this into one case:
18inch SPR with US Optics scope
non-nfa 870 Shotgun
2 1911s
100 rounds of MK262
cleaning rod and set
Might not sound like much, but the case plus this gear was ALL underneath the 50lbs limit, so I didn’t have to pay extra to bring this gear on the plane.
DO NOT allow a good case to be your only level of security, make sure you firearms are insured if you travel…keep pictures of them on you, stored on your email account etc if one were to go missing…
I appreciate the advice Derek_Connor!
I’ve decided to go with a Storm case but now I need suggestions for which size to get. Right now I only have one AR, A LMT MRP with a 16" barrel but I plan on adding another AR with a 20" stainless heavy barrel with a Magpul PRS stock. Is the im3200 big enough(44" x 14" x 6") to comfortably hold both rifles with optics and accessories? From what I can tell the only differences between the im3200 and im3300 is only 6.5" in length. Thanks again for your help!
Anyone? 
I’d go with the im3300 if you are planning on getting another rifle. It will have the room for it
I ordered the im3300 from Larue Tactical this morning.
More fuel for the fire:
http://www.garrettcontainer.com/
I like these because they are all Al and the handle/roller set up is really nice.
I received my black im3300 from Larue Tactical on Friday. My initial impressions are that the quality of the injection molding is not up to my standards. In a few places there are splay marks and a big ugly splay mark on the top of the case. The Pelican’s that I have seen have been better. Having worked in plastics for the automotive industry I know what it “should” look like. For all of you reading my post please understand that my minor complaint is only about the cosmetics and that should in no way effect the function of the case.
Look at it this way a RRA or a Bushy is often finished better and has a better fit than a Colt or LMT but what would you rather have for hard use?
here is a link to a good distributor for various cases. i am still wondering to either continue using pelican cases or switch to storm case. i havent seen a storm case yet. i will try to find one to look at this weekend.
without reading all of the other posts, I’ll give my opinion. Besides being a firearm enthusiast, I’m also a professional photographer. For the price similarity between the two, the Storm cases take the cake for me. I wouldn’t trust my $50k in camera gear to a Pelican. It just didn’t seem to “do it”. I keep my cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment in two Storm cases. I tried Pelican, but wasn’t terribly impressed.
i have both brands of cases . they both are great cases , but i like the Hardigg latches better .
Hardigg Storm any day of the week. The latches are so much easier to use and the fit/finish is much better. Very solid case.
well the next case i get will be the storm case due to the positive responses.