Abstract: A housing or case for rifles or similar weapons which have integral carrying straps attached thereto is disclosed. The housing extends at least to the point where the lower strap section is attached to the weapon and is open to receive the weapon and is closed by a zipper. A lined sleeve adjacent the holster portion of the housing is integrally connected to the housing and is open at both ends in order to receive the upper strap section in a secure relationship. The housing can extend over the butt of the weapon and may include at least one additional side pocket therein.