NANUK 935 Hard Case Empty - Waterproof with Wheels, 22"x14"x9" - Dustproof and Impact Resistant, Carry-On Approved for Most Airline - Black

I was tired of carrying everything in a backpack and then sticking it in a rolling crate, then taking it out and folding up the crate. This is amazing. It feels just as rugged as anything from Pelican but costing a lot less. I was looking at cheaper brands, but the wheels, and the collapsing handle and the latches made me pay a bit more and I am glad I did. The collapsing handle is very smooth and right next to that is a spring loaded handle that allows you to lift it, and there is another big handle on the front by the latches. I thought I was getting one with foam, but I used up all the space anyway. If I am traveling I can take half my tools and accessories and just bring the laptop bag and clothes. Very versatile. The fitted foam that you can buy extra is almost $50, but if you buy the case with the foam, it is only $25 more. I was already extending past my former budget, but it worked out great.

I love this case so far. The build quality is definitely there and you can tell the details were all meant to make it safe and more secure. I evaluated the Nanuk 935 and Pelican 1510 as candidates on paper. I also got two Pelican Storm iM2750s and needed a smaller case as a carry-on. Don't let pictures fool you. This case has a lot more room than you may think, beating out the Pelican by a few inches. In addition, the extending handle was well thought out, requiring a convenient, one-handed grab, extend, and go operation, with the release button right on the handle. The handle feels beefier and more secure than the similarly placed handles on the iM2750. The end handle next to it is also well thought out. Rather than the cheaper swing out design, it's a self-retracting, spring-operated, simple, yet impressive and strong handle. It's there when you want it, without any hassle, yet tucks itself away instantly when you don't, much like the pull-out handle does. For security, the points go to the Nanuk because it has two pieces of finished stainless steel flanges at each hasp point which reinforce each other. They are set up like two nails with the heads together, one in each half, when the case is closed and the smaller diameters face away from the heads creating an elegant yet secure closure to stick your lock through. You can see what I mean if you check out the pictures. As far as I could tell, the Pelican case had two pieces of stainless steel sheet wrapped around each lip and crimped to the plastic. The larger Pelicans have nothing but a hole in the plastic, so any lock is a nuisance at best to anyone seriously after the contents. Imagine TSA's bolt cutters and your plain plastic because they can't find the right TSA key...again. As for the materials of each case, they are VERY similar, with similar properties and strengths. The Nanuk is slightly more rigid and that may be due to size, or it may have to do with the thickness of the material at strategic points. The wheels on each feel different, though. The Nanuk's definitely roll better. It may be that the Pelican has more material at those particular points, but they were not as free-rolling on carpet as I'd like. The Nanuk's wheels are about 1/4" larger in diameter than the Pelican, and it's the smaller case. Go figure. The latches on each also are different. They are much crisper operating on the Nanuk, whose locking jaw (as opposed to the latching jaw) is more substantial and you definitely know if they're open or closed. No ambiguity. The latches on the 2750, on the other hand, give a weak sproingy kind of snap, and I found myself opening them and closing them again, just to make sure, and then looking at the others to see if the latch I was working on really was latched. Somehow, I dread the idea of TSA half-latching them all and my stuff spilled in a trail from Portland to Chicago. I don't know if Pelican was going to update these latches or not, but they're the ones that have the gray square in the middle. The Nanuk's edges appear to match uniformly and securely around the case. I cannot say the same for the Pelican. With all latches closed and the case empty, I noted a distinct wave in the seam between the top and bottom. Not that I plan to throw it in the water, but I'm thinking a difference of 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch, even with an O-ring, is starting to tempt fate. I'll see how each brand stacks up in the real world. Both have a lifetime warranty, and I have some idea how Pelican handles theirs. I have no idea how Nanuk's is handled, good or bad, but I'm very impressed with the product. I would not hesitate buying another 935, or the 960, which is about 60" in girth. Over 62", the airlines start charging for oversized luggage. When I pushed Pelican on what the largest case is that would safely pass the airlines without oversize charges, they told me the 2750. A couple of times. It's about 58" in girth so you lose a couple of inches versus the Nanuk as well there. Someday, someone will figure out that maybe they should make a case that's, oh, 61.9" in girth. I'm very surprised there aren't more reviews of this excellent line of cases. UPDATED November 17, 2014 - After a few flights and service in the field, I'm upgrading this to a 5-Star rating. It's taken some abuse, but it stands up to the job! I don't imagine the manufacturer gets very many warranty calls, but I know they are super-responsive.

185 flights in 2019 with my Nanuk. 90% of the time, I check my bag. Compared to my last bag, a Samsonite carry-on, my Nanuck is a champ and a tank. It is a bit smaller on the inside that a similarly sized conventional carry on, but I can still Tetris 5 days of (Man) clothes and a pair of steel toe boots (socks and or drawers stuffed in the boots) and a my dirty clothes bag on the return. Ranger rolling helps, but not necessary for me on 5 days. It has safely carried mezcal and cigars home from Mexico, Maple syrup from Quebec, and quiet a few micro brew cans from across the USA...No worries. I have abused the latches, and they still lock up just as they did when new. Solid enough to sit on waiting for the rental car shuttle bus. I have had no problem with the wheels or telescoping handle. This is the best piece of my road warrior gear. I know it will be around for a long time. Great value for the money. Easy to clean/disinfect in COVID, O ring seal seals well. Make sure your stuff is tucked inside the O ring when you pack/close. This is a much better value than a similar Pelican. Since I use it as a suitcase, I use no foam/insert.

This case is perfect for what I wanted, a camera gear case that was airline carry-on capable. Pros - rugged, efficient, functional Overall the case is everything I needed, although I had to buy the padded insert separately. As a roller it works great, as a carry briefcase it works great. The double latches mean it will never come open, which is a bonus. Handles are great (one top, one side, and the roller handle is sturdy enough to use as a 2nd handle all the time). Materials are solid. Two lock loops (one for lock one for tag as I use them). Cons - its function over form for sure The structure means it doesnt look as refined as most carry-ons (support infrastructure on the outside like most hard cases). I've even gotten looks like I was some sort of a hired hitman or something carrying it. I'm sure the plastic will scratch over time, but again its function is unbeatable if you aren't looking for pretty. A few of the plastic edges are a bit rougher than I'd like around the handle, but nothing that will scratch or pinch even with large hands; mostly its the press against factor.

The best most durable luggage for the price - great quality, a lot of people at the airport were asking where i got it - i do not regret buying

Great product and is exactly what I needed to carry my equipment for work as I am a mobile mechanic. Definitely can take a beating.

This was amazing deal! I got mine on sale for around $165./175.00, everywhere else wanted $260-325 for this same case. Amazing deal! Its a brand new (A) stock case, a 935 is awesome, the latches work and do what they are made to do. I bought cheaper ones and the latches slip. Its not worth a couple hundred when your protecting a huge investment. Im a fan of used gear, but on sale this could not be beat. Shipped fast, packaged well. I am totally happy and will be ordering more.

This is an excellent and well built. Hard shell rugged. I play in a band. I have 2 guitar effect pedal boards to load in this case. . The advertised interior dimensions are. 20.5 inches in length, 11.3 inches in width, and 7.5 inches in depth. Perfect for me.. The interior actually measures closer to 19 3/4 in L x 10 7/8 in W x 5 1/4 deep Sadly it's getting sent back and the search continues.

I didn't know much about Nanuk prior to the purchase and noticed that Pelican was offering 10% off of a first purchase for new customers. They of course couldn't care less about their Canadian customers and told me I was not eligible. I ended up choosing this Nanuk and it is so much better than my old Pelican Air. I will never buy Pelican again. The Nanuk is far more durable with a much more premium feel to it. It truly feels indestructible. The colour choices are great as are the custom foams for hundreds of products whereas Pelican just has the pick and pull foam which is outdated and tacky. If you're on the fence, choose Nanuk and stick with a Canadian product by a Canadian brand and avoid the arrogance of the Pelican brand.

As advertised the product is of good quality will buy again when needed.

Resistente, bien construido y funcional, ruedas muy silenciosas, el soporte telescópico está bien diseñado y se siente robusto. bastante satisfecho con esta adquisición.

I was very pleased with this quality product. I only wish I could have afforded to buy the flocking. I found some pick foam inserts for about $15 a sheet at Can Tire, that filled in the lower half of the box for customizing slots for sensitive equipment. The 935 Nanuk fits the dimensions perfectly for airline carry on. Provided you don't add a custom rail attachment like I did to quick release it from my 2022 Honda nc750x. It weighs 10lbs! Airline carry on is 20lbs allowable. So you will have to pay extra and quite possably check it in as regular baggage. I like to be able to bunji cord my folding camping table and stuff on top as opposed to a regular oval topped motorcycle top box.

The main reason I choose Nanuk over Pelican. The case is fantastic, it's robust and keeps the humidity stable when used with silica gel. Great for camera storage. I wonder why I didn't get it sooner.