Since a lute in a case (even small Renaissance) is too large for carry on, I'm pondering the options should I fly this summer with my instrument. I suspect a custom made shipping case would be rather expensive, and wonder if anyone here has tried any of the available commercial luggage cases? I see that Samsonite makes a hardshell flite case that looks as if it would be big enough (31"x21"x12") to hold my lute in its light plywood case, for about $160 discounted. With some bubble wrap or foam packing, this might be adequately protective. Any one know of anything as good or better?
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