Or just click on it. 

http://www.amazon.com/Plano-Weather-Tactical-Case-42-Inch/dp/B00E2217I6/ref=sr_1_1?s=hunting-fishing&ie=UTF8&qid=1455462251&sr=1-1

Copy and paste this URL into your web browser.

Hmmm...not seeing it. 

Click on Dan's link embedded in "Gun Case" I missed it at first too. 

Can someone include a link to the type of gun case you are referring to? thank you!

Dusty, the 36 inch has been in that case for three years and with a hand rubbed finish has no problem with the foam. Like Ken said, some weapon finishes are more delicate than most contemporary (lacquer) dulcimer finishes.

Thanks, Ken.  I think I'm going to have to get one of those gun cases. 

The foam in gun cases does NOT damage the finish on rifle stocks and pistol grips -- more sensitive finishes, often, than are used on dulcimers.

Bubble wrap and shelf liner (that have been known to leave marks on dulcimers) are completely different kinds of plastic than the material used to make "foam rubber".

Dan, that case looks really interesting since it would basically be a custom-fitted case for whatever dulcimer you have. And the price is cheaper than most hard shell cases around.

However, I am concerned about the foam padding staying in contact with the wood for such extended periods.  Have you had any problems in that regard?  I know bubble pack can very quickly leave a semi-permanent mark on dulcimer finishes.

Craggy Mountain has some nice ones... and two sizes too. They are the only large cases that fit my baritone.

Elderly has this one. They sell FolkRoots dulcimers too, so they could tell you how it fits. Been a customer of theirs since 1974, they are very helpful.

http://www.elderly.com/accessories/cases-gigbags/dulcimer-cases-gigbags/canadian-dulcimer-case.htm

Check out Bill Berg's wooden hard cases..............at mountainmademusic.com.

Great idea.

Gun Case

This is what I have for my 36 inch.

There's always the lightweight fiberglass gun case route you could take. 

They're about the right size and shape, once you pad the inside to suit.

It's just that you might get some interested looks from airport security if you try to bring one on a plane... 

Thanks!

Give Folkcraft a call. You'll probably get Richard (the owner). They used to sell hardshell cases for their FolkRoots dulcimers. Not sure if they are anymore, because they now sell a really nice Deluxe Rigid Case. But, they may have some of the hardshell cases laying around. It might be worth a call. 

It would seem to me the closer fit your case is to the length of your instrument the less space for it to shift and bang around when being transported? 

I think I'd like to switch from my cushy padded case to a hard case. I've seen some on ebay and they tend to be 38 inches long. Any thoughts of what I should look for (or avoid) in choosing a hard case? I have a FolkRoots and McSpadden, both at 36" and a Gallier at 42". Thanks for your insight and input!