I placed my order for a an ATA Style case yesterday (10: LX200), I have
decided to go with the case from Atlas Case Company. The following
information was provided in their quote:

"A fabricated ATA Case with your dimensions of 36"L x 23"W x 17.5"H, no
foam, white exterior, removable 3" lid, recessed casters. 3/8 plywood & all
recessed hardware cost would be $410.00. Shipping cost is $13.80 for RPS
ground. Build time on this case would be two weeks from time of order."

My design for the case can be seen at http://qni.com/~jcsphoto/caseplan.html

I decided to go with the Atlas Case for the following reasons:

1. Their quote (while not the most detailed) was for what I asked for. I
recieved seven quotes, two quotes I recieved were for the wrong dimensions!
Or contained options that I had not specified.

2. 3/8" plywood construction, Yes this case will weigh more empty, but
should withstand lots of shipping/travel. And should provide as a sturdy
seat with appropriate cushions.

3. SHIPPING CHARGES $13.80 for an object of oversize dimensions and a
weight near 60 lbs. I can't think of any astronomy related product that I
have purchased that has shipped for so little! I recieved quotes as high as
$80.00.

Atlas Cases http://atlascases.com

Other quotes:

Viking Cases http://www.icia.org/viking
Harnel Cases http://www.harnelcase.com
A&J Cases http://www.ajcases.com
Calzone Cases http://www.calzonedealer.com
Cabbage Cases http://www.cabbagecases.com
Star Cases http://www.starcase.com




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