Hex Gear R40

The custom case scene is a growing one and, with the likes of Parvum Systems carving a small but popular niche for unusual enthusiast-orientated cases, UK-based Hex Gear has now joined the fray too with its new R40.

Now, though, the case is readily available to everyone via Hex Gear’s website for a slightly eyebrow-raising sum of £200 inc VAT. However, when you pick up the box, you immediately understand the price. The case sports a huge amount of aluminium – an expensive material, which makes up the side panels, several internal fittings plus the four large curved profile sections. Just the latter weigh in at 3kg, while the case in total weighs a hefty 14kg.

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