Rifle cases are great for transporting swords in general. They can keep them from getting damaged if somebody throws their bag on top of it in the trunk of your vehicle the way a sheath/scabbard won't. They are also usually pretty cheap comparatively.
It's fun to watch airline agents from different places react differently to me checking in a rifle case. Even though TSA totally allows you to travel with firearms, pulses seem to come down when they hear it's martial arts equipment.
Yeah, the rifle case can draw a little attention but once the contents are made clear it seems to be fine. The alternative is some other hard case large enough, but I’ve always used the rifle case because they are durable, inexpensive, and easily obtainable.
Yay! I have it on good authority that the Angus Trim loaners that will be available are amazing swords. I had them at my event recently and they performed beautifully. So if you don’t feel comfortable traveling with your sword, the loaners for cutting at CC will not fall short.
@@BrittanySaintLeafy Thanks for the tip. I see Gus always have a few sword coming in as loaners at these events. I am a fan and have no doubt that they handle to the exact parameters he has hand-tuned them to. But based on some past footage at these events, I'm just not overly sure if they are as well-sharpened as some of the contestants' own swords. I know Gus typically leave a serviceable edge on his swords and it's up to the owner to hone it to the proper sharpness for things like competition cutting. Maybe I'll still bring my own Principe (cliche, I know, but I'm an old-school guy). Thanks for the guide. I know it shouldn't be a problem, as people on this side of the border like Julian Schuetze and guys at Blood N Iron do that a lot. Here's hoping nothing happens to the sword on the way.
@@FortuneFavoursTheBold fortunately the loaners are sharpened by Phillip Martin for VotS and CC. Can’t get a better edge than that! But definitely use what you’re most comfortable with. :)
I want to see a remake of the 2006 movie Snakes on a Plane, featuring a group of HEMA practitioners onboard traveling to a cutting competition and then having to retrieve their sharps from the cargo hold mid-flight in order to save everyone from the reptiles.
Absolutely well said young lady thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge and professionalism Always a fan, very talented, and skillful in your Historical art Cheers 🍻
I've always locked my case on travel- just do it with a TSA approved lock. They can open these for inspection, but keep everyone else out and the case closed.
I never travelled with my swords, but my diving knife (also sharp), was just with the rest of my diving equipment in hold luggage. I honestly didn't mention a thing and didn't have any issues (granted, I also didn't need to pass customs, due to staying in the EU). My diving vacation to Egypt, I just didn't bring my diving knife along.
Great advice Brittany, so many little hints & tips! I totally agree in making sure that it is obviously a weapon, hiding or disguising a sword can - and has - caused far more issues that it's worth. I'm curious about not locking the case though (Australian law states safe & secure storage - so I'd want to lock it anyway, even if that meant losing a $3 padlock to customs), have you locked it up in the past & what happens in the US or Canada if you do?
Interesting! TSA here is very clear about not locking checked bags. I’ve recently learned about TSA locks, but otherwise it’s discouraged. I don’t think there’s an penalty or tangible repercussions other than maybe baggage delays and losing the lock.
@@BrittanySaintLeafy Cheers, I'll have to look into it when I eventually come to Canada & the US just to be sure - Thanks again for the vid, some really great points on weapon transport!
TSA approved baggage locks, that they can open without destroying the lock, have been around for a long time. We’ve never had any problems with them when travelling in the US.
@BrittanySaintLeafy I live in New Jersey and I have a Sikh martial art event in California would I be allowed to bring a sword in my checked bag to California and if I does have to be dull or it doesn’t matter
It's legal for everyone to transport weapons. The TSA also explicitly allows religious blades in checked baggage. Source: www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/may-i-keep-head-coverings-and-other-religious-cultural-or
Immigration attorney here, you are 100% right Tim they are not asylum-seekers unless they show a very particularized threat of persecution under specific categories, such as the family or featuring in this video. The sad part is they are watering down the claims of families from those countries that have very legitimate claims.
Rifle cases are great for transporting swords in general.
They can keep them from getting damaged if somebody throws their bag on top of it in the trunk of your vehicle the way a sheath/scabbard won't.
They are also usually pretty cheap comparatively.
It's fun to watch airline agents from different places react differently to me checking in a rifle case. Even though TSA totally allows you to travel with firearms, pulses seem to come down when they hear it's martial arts equipment.
Yeah, the rifle case can draw a little attention but once the contents are made clear it seems to be fine. The alternative is some other hard case large enough, but I’ve always used the rifle case because they are durable, inexpensive, and easily obtainable.
Very helpful guide! Glad that I've watched this. I'm planning to participate in Combat Con this year, and I definitely needed to hear this.
Yay! I have it on good authority that the Angus Trim loaners that will be available are amazing swords. I had them at my event recently and they performed beautifully. So if you don’t feel comfortable traveling with your sword, the loaners for cutting at CC will not fall short.
Best of luck Kane. Cut and fight well.
@@scottmacgregor3444 Thank you very much!
@@BrittanySaintLeafy Thanks for the tip. I see Gus always have a few sword coming in as loaners at these events. I am a fan and have no doubt that they handle to the exact parameters he has hand-tuned them to. But based on some past footage at these events, I'm just not overly sure if they are as well-sharpened as some of the contestants' own swords. I know Gus typically leave a serviceable edge on his swords and it's up to the owner to hone it to the proper sharpness for things like competition cutting. Maybe I'll still bring my own Principe (cliche, I know, but I'm an old-school guy). Thanks for the guide. I know it shouldn't be a problem, as people on this side of the border like Julian Schuetze and guys at Blood N Iron do that a lot. Here's hoping nothing happens to the sword on the way.
@@FortuneFavoursTheBold fortunately the loaners are sharpened by Phillip Martin for VotS and CC. Can’t get a better edge than that! But definitely use what you’re most comfortable with. :)
I want to see a remake of the 2006 movie Snakes on a Plane, featuring a group of HEMA practitioners onboard traveling to a cutting competition and then having to retrieve their sharps from the cargo hold mid-flight in order to save everyone from the reptiles.
😂😂
Absolutely well said young lady thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge and professionalism
Always a fan, very talented, and skillful in your Historical art
Cheers 🍻
Thank you 🙏
I've always locked my case on travel- just do it with a TSA approved lock. They can open these for inspection, but keep everyone else out and the case closed.
Thanks for the video. Set me at ease for traveling to socal from Hawaii
dude~Bravo!amazing !
They have specific tsa locks which are a good idea at least if you are staying domestic.
Thanks! This is helpful!
I never travelled with my swords, but my diving knife (also sharp), was just with the rest of my diving equipment in hold luggage. I honestly didn't mention a thing and didn't have any issues (granted, I also didn't need to pass customs, due to staying in the EU).
My diving vacation to Egypt, I just didn't bring my diving knife along.
Great advice Brittany, so many little hints & tips!
I totally agree in making sure that it is obviously a weapon, hiding or disguising a sword can - and has - caused far more issues that it's worth. I'm curious about not locking the case though (Australian law states safe & secure storage - so I'd want to lock it anyway, even if that meant losing a $3 padlock to customs), have you locked it up in the past & what happens in the US or Canada if you do?
Interesting! TSA here is very clear about not locking checked bags. I’ve recently learned about TSA locks, but otherwise it’s discouraged. I don’t think there’s an penalty or tangible repercussions other than maybe baggage delays and losing the lock.
@@BrittanySaintLeafy Cheers, I'll have to look into it when I eventually come to Canada & the US just to be sure - Thanks again for the vid, some really great points on weapon transport!
TSA approved baggage locks, that they can open without destroying the lock, have been around for a long time. We’ve never had any problems with them when travelling in the US.
@BrittanySaintLeafy I live in New Jersey and I have a Sikh martial art event in California would I be allowed to bring a sword in my checked bag to California and if I does have to be dull or it doesn’t matter
Because I have both dull and sharp swords and they all have scabbard for them
It's legal for everyone to transport weapons. The TSA also explicitly allows religious blades in checked baggage.
Source: www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/may-i-keep-head-coverings-and-other-religious-cultural-or
I don't think it matters at all whether the swords are sharp, aside from making sure they are very well secured.
You can lock the case if you use a TSA approved padlock, i believe.
I have a katana but it’s dull, should I still get the rifle case 😭
How long is the rifle case overall?
I'd avoid Canada, coming back from Japan. I'll make sure it's a direct flight. Then go by rail the rest of the way.
Immigration attorney here, you are 100% right Tim they are not asylum-seekers unless they show a very particularized threat of persecution under specific categories, such as the family or featuring in this video. The sad part is they are watering down the claims of families from those countries that have very legitimate claims.