Gun safe opinions? Brands and models

[NatureBoy]

Been looking into safes as well but I have some time since I'm in and out of apartments right now...i have time. But, that also has me thinking. What about having a few smaller safes? That way if they attempt to get in one...they have to get in multiple safes AND they're aleasier to move around? Flawed thought?

[Hoggslayer]

Been looking into safes as well but I have some time since I'm in and out of apartments right now...i have time. But, that also has me thinking. What about having a few smaller safes? That way if they attempt to get in one...they have to get in multiple safes AND they're aleasier to move around? Flawed thought?

Thieves like the small ones for that very reason also.

Hoggslayer

[NatureBoy]

Thieves like the small ones for that very reason also.

Hoggslayer

but bolted to the ground adds an issue for them that isnt an issue for me

[Hoggslayer]

but bolted to the ground adds an issue for them that isnt an issue for me

Only about a 2 minute issue. Hit the safe high and hard to make a little room under it for a sawsall and it will be sitting in the back of a truck before you can say Boo.

Hoggslayer

[White Falcon]

Mine is bolted. The anchors and bolts are to far in for a saw. The safe is also in a corner so no access. Granted if they have time any safe will be stolen!

[NatureBoy]

Mine is bolted. The anchors and bolts are to far in for a saw. The safe is also in a corner so no access. Granted if they have time any safe will be stolen!

exactly what Im thinking too. anything can be stolen if they truly wanted to...just need to make it require more effort

[sendit]

Only about a 2 minute issue. Hit the safe high and hard to make a little room under it for a sawsall and it will be sitting in the back of a truck before you can say Boo.

Hoggslayer

For that reason I am fabricating a steel "safe room" with a vault door. The safes inside it will be bolted to the floor and steel wall. They will be placed in a way where attacks will be limited to.

Not saying they cant be broken into but its going to be some work for someone.

[SaltwaterSlick]

Garage is also the worst place to have one installed... If a thief can get a vehicle to it, it's just gone quicker, plus they can get serious tools to it easier too...

[elkaholic9292]

I have a Fort Knox, and like it a lot. Safes are a get what you pay for item.

[tbeak]

Garage is also the worst place to have one installed... If a thief can get a vehicle to it, it's just gone quicker, plus they can get serious tools to it easier too...

I understand but that's where it has to go for my house. I'd prefer it inside but not gonna happen.

Just called dakota safe and yep they are made in china. Don't really like that. How many other companies import? I'd prefer a us steel made safe.

Yea I like ft Knox they are just outta my price range

[CJ776]

I want a traditional rotary type lock, no electronic lock.

I love my electronic lock on my Browning. Super quick access. We are in/out of it all the time. Might be something to consider.

[tbeak]

My dad has the electronic. Nah, not for me. Yes it's much quicker I agree.

[abilliott]

I have a American Security (amsec) and don't think i would buy anything else. Friends who have moved safes before helped me with mine and all were amazed at how heavy that little thing is. Lights that come on when the door is opened is an overlooked feature IMH. Mine has it and I love it.

[txhunter90]

Only thing I can add, is go the biggest you can afford. I bought one filled up quick now needing another one.

[gunnut 99]

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