Detail 01
Injection-molded shell
Molded plastic resists impact and doesn't absorb moisture the way wood-and-tolex cases do.
Product detailSKU #1274115027184
SKBInjection-Molded Single Cutaway ATA Guitar Flight Case
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard-shell ATA flight case for single-cutaway electrics. For players shipping gear or checking a guitar on a plane rather than driving it to gigs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Touring players checking a guitar as airline baggage
- Shipping an instrument and needing crush protection
- Long-term storage where a gig bag won't hold shape
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Local players who only load in and out of a car
- Anyone carrying gear by hand more than a short walk
- Offset, double-cutaway, or hollowbody shapes that won't sit right
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
ATA rating
Built to airline transport standards, so baggage handlers and cargo holds are the intended use case.
Detail 03
Single-cutaway interior
Cut for Les Paul-style outlines. A Strat or offset body will shift inside and lose protection.
Detail 04
Black finish
Shows scuffs less than lighter shells, but gets hot fast if left in sun or a closed vehicle.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your guitar's body and headstock against the interior before ordering
- 02Case weight adds to airline baggage limits — check your carrier
- 03Loosen strings before flying; cargo temperature swings shift neck tension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a Stratocaster?
No. The interior is shaped for single-cutaway bodies. A double-cutaway guitar will sit loose and can move during transit.
02Can I check this on a flight?
It's built to ATA transport standards, which is the point of the case. Airline policies on instruments still vary, so confirm with your carrier.
03Is it lockable?
Latch and lock hardware varies by production run. Check the case itself before relying on it for checked baggage.
04Is this overkill for driving to gigs?
Probably. If your guitar rides in a car and gets carried short distances, a lighter hardshell costs less and handles easier.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Body Shape
- Single cutaway
