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Gun Safe

Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
edited January 2008 in Ask the Experts
I'm looking into getting a gun safe with fire protection. Only thing is I'm kinda stupid on this subject. I looked on line and they all seem about the same to me. My price range is gonna be around $500.00 and I'm thinking 10 to 12 guns should be plenty big enough. Any opinions or info would be greatly appreciated.
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Hello, I am looking for info on what is thought to be the best gun safes on the market. Need some input from folks that. What do you have and why do you like or dislike it.

    Thanks
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Maybe I'm way off base here, but first I would teach the kids about guns! How much fun they can be,but also teach them how deadly they can be when improperly handled! Locking up all your guns does absolutely nothing if your kid is visiting a neighbor's kid and they decide to play with a firearm.Teach them never to handle a firearm unless there is an adult present, and if one of their friends ever happens to have a weapon without an adult present tell them to leave the room immediately, go outside, get away from the weapon, and the person with it! Now go buy that safe!
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Im finally buying a safe and have become pretty set on the Patriot Collector. Before I spend the money would like some second opinions on this one though. Is it as good as they claim. And I usually hate anything electronic when it comes to security or firearms. Is the lock (X2400) any good on this thing or is going to screw me in the long run?
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    OK I've finally reached a point where I need a decent gun safe. I found a 32 gun capacity safe at a great price from a well known manufacturer. My research says this is one of the better buys for the money.

    My question is can I put this safe upstairs? And what is the best method for hauling this thing upstairs, an appliance dolly or what?

    My home was built in 1995 and the floor joists are 2X10s on 16" centers. I don't have a basement and really no great place to put it downstairs. The safe weighs just under 500 lbs. I have a couple of brave trusty friends willing to help me move this thing upstairs (the beer tab will be worth it). Any tips or information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I just won a 1892 .44-40 and need to have it stored securely. I have decided that I want to store it in a safe and was hoping for a few siuggestions as to a quality safe that won't leave me broke. Chances are very good that more firearms will be acquired over the next few years but right now just the one. Also, it will be going on the second floor of the house so will need to be carried up a set of stairs by a couple of burly men. Thanks for your suggestions.

    Penny Pincher
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I am looking into buying a quality gun safe. Something better than the cheap tin $70.00 safe I have now. My concern is moisture. Does anyone have any tips regarding location the safe should be in a house and what type of safe I should look to buy. I want something with at least 30 minute fire protection. Is a basement a bad place to put a gun safe for moisture concerns? My basement is an average basement, not prone to excessive moisture or flooding.
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have come to that point where I need a standing gun safe. I don't own high end firearms but they are mine and I would like to keep it that way. There was a flier in the Sunday paper for a Cannon 24-gun fire safe rated 30 min, UL RSC,commerical grade,type-1 lock that seems to fit the need. Any feedback?
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have inherited a Browning Pro Steel 32 gun safe, don't have serial/model number. It was bought new in the early 80's, just trying to find some info on it, need to get rid of it, any help
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You may try www.equipmentland.com the price is 350 and 67 shipping and handling. Good luck

    Larry w. Jose
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I'm looking for a good deal on a Homak gun safe. The model in question is Mod. #36614. It holds 14 long guns and has a quick access on top w/ an electronic keypad that opens a drawer that looks like it will hold a pistol or two. Any input on where I might be able to find one or something comparable would be appreciated.
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Just bought my first gun safe today. Need advice on if I need a dehumidifer or silca gel cans or both in there to help with the humidity.
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  • Stylishxone767Stylishxone767 Member Posts: 513 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Need help in regards to purchasing a good safe for our home. I have been trying to find a source to compare different companies.



    Keep your sights on the Lord, you can't miss.
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  • nmyersnmyers Member Posts: 16,891 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have a Treadlok safe in my basement, & it saved my guns during a burglary. But, my next safe will be from Zanotti Armor, as their products are modular & consist of 6 sections that interlock; you won't need to hire safe movers if you ever move.

    As long as you don't have flooding problems, the basement can work. (I have a battery backup on my sump pump, in case of pipe breakage.) However, in most of the country moisture will wick up from the concrete floor; if your safe is not raised on a pallet, it will rust through from the bottom. Inside, you want either a Goldenrod or a can of dessicant; some folks just use a low-wattage light bulb, which works as long as it doesn't touch a gun.

    For protection from fire, the basement is best because it rarely gets as hot as the floors above ground. Fire protection ratings are relative, not absolute; a 30 minute rated safe may only keep the contents safe for 10 minutes, but it will keep the contents safe for twice as long as a 15 minute rated safe.

    Neal
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  • CubsloverCubslover Member Posts: 18,601 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    A medium range Browning with the Golden Rod, will work just fine.
    Half of the lives they tell about me aren't true.
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  • midnightrunpaintballermidnightrunpaintballer Member Posts: 2,233 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    i have a stack on safe that i purchased from dicks sporting goods. it's fire and WATERPROOF. the water proof seal keeps out moisture with excellent results. throw in a few silica bags and you're in business
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  • MaaloxMaalox Member Posts: 5,155 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Depends on your budget. Champion and Liberty are nice mid-range safes. Fort Knox is more expensive and Cannon a little less expensive. All have varying models with more or less fire protection and features. Check out their websites.

    Pricing also varies by which part of the country you live in. Some areas have larger dealers for certain brands which translates into lower pricing. I wanted to purchase a Champion based on the pricing I was accustomed to in TX. But in FL there were no large dealers so they were significantly more expensive.
    Regards, MAALOX
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  • ruger41ruger41 Member Posts: 14,665 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Check out Sturdy gun safes. They make some awesome safes. They have many different styles to fit your needs.
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  • laogailaogai Member Posts: 309 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have a good winchester branded safe made by somebody else, about 700 lbs, and have been very happy. keep it in my basement in wichita, where the climate is very dry, but as long as guns are lightly oiled and checked on every few months, moisture shouldn't be a big problem with any good safe anywhere indoors.

    for the money it's hard to beat the ones sold by Sam's Club for $600-700
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