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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 6:19 pm
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Originally Posted by snuggliestbear
Why not just get a more secure case with more padding? I'm sure you could find something with a rigid body (I'm thinking aluminum or steel) and lots of nice foam padding would be plenty of protection for an instrument. It probably wouldn't be super cheap, but if the violin is as valuable as you say it is, it would probably be worth the cost.
Agreed.. if the cargo is as valuable as it is, then the carrying case should have extra padding or foam absorption..

I would do as OP did.. ensure that the instrument is extra careful.. but must make sure all passenger belongings are respected.. I would try to do an early boarding and get good appropriate OH space if possible..
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