Creating a gun safe is a perfect blend of art and science working together to engineer a steel monster worthy of grandeur. Shopping for safes on the other hand is a science. Like shopping for anything, other than art, there's no sense in slaving over the arbitrary factors. Find out what you need, what you can afford, compare and contrast the objective data, and make the purchase.
You've decided that leaving your firearms splayed haphazardly around your home is irresponsible, and you need a gun safe - good call. Now you just have to find out what kind of storage solution is right for you. Two huge points you need to consider is how much room you need, and where you're going to place it. A general rule I recommend nearly anyone stick to when buying a safe is to buy with a larger capacity than you currently need. If you have 8 guns right now, buy a 24 gun safe. Guns are like tattoos, once you get a couple, your going to keep piling them on. Quality safes are meant to last forever, and even if you don't fill it up to its firearms capacity, you can still store other valuables in it.
You'll also need to decide where you're going to put it. I highly recommend concrete or a strong hardwood floor, as anchoring the unit with steel bolts is a must. You'll also want to make sure that the safe you purchase will fit through the route which you plan to haul it - particularly if it's in a stairwell. If you live in an area that flood, or you have a habit of breaking your sump pump, look into a safe with flood protection.
You'll also have to decide how much you're going to spend. You can find a cheap gun safe for sale made from with decent quality, but don't let price be the main governance. Investing in a safe is more like purchasing a home than a car; though it likely won't appreciate in value, it's meant to last a lifetime, and protect your most treasured belongings, rather they be guns, jewelry, documents, or photo albums. If you have to stick within a low budget constraint, do you homework - some cheap safes just aren't worth buying period.
When looking for features of your safe, ideally you'll want a unit that weighs at least 750 lbs (if lighter, make sure it can be anchored), has active steel locking bolts, a UL listed RSC rating on the model as well as the lock, and fire resistance. If you're going to skimp on fire resistance, you might as well get a gun cabinet - they're cheaper, and a manufacturer who skimped on fire proofing likely skips on security too. You can't go wrong looking at Liberty, Cannon, Fort Knox, and Browning gun safes for sale.
There are your hard and fast tips - now go out there and make me proud!
Check Out Gun Safe Deals At Amazon
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Gunvault GV1000C-DLX Mini Vault Deluxe Gun Safe List Price: Sale Price: $88.26  |
DescriptionOutside of the safe is constructed of 16-gauge steel, while soft foam on the inside protects valuables. High-strength lock mechanism performs reliably. Precise fittings virtually inpossible to pry open with hand tools... |
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GunVault NV200 NanoVault with Key Lock, Fits Full Size 1911 Style Pistols List Price: Sale Price: $21.23 |
DescriptionAffordable handgun storage safe measuring 9.5" x 6.5" x 1.75" that will accomodate a standard pistol. Perfect for home, travel or concealed-weapon permit holders featuring a easy to operate key lock system... |
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SentrySafe G0135 Black Safe 5 Long Gun Maximum Capacity Safe, 3.5 Cubic Feet, Black List Price: Sale Price: $179.00 |
DescriptionWith a capacity for five large firearms, The SentrySafe G0135 Black Five Long Gun Safe protects your rifles and shotguns and keeps them safely out of unwanted hands. This affordable no-nonsense gun safe has several features that provide safe and practical firearm storage, including concealed hinges, live-locking bolts, and a carpeted interior... |
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Stack-On PDS-500 Drawer Safe with Electronic Lock List Price: Sale Price: $49.97 |
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Gunvault GV2000S Multi Vault Standard Gun Safe List Price: Sale Price: $117.39 |
DescriptionOutside of the safe is constructed of 16-gauge steel, while soft foam on the inside protects valuables. High-strength lock mechanism performs reliably. Precise fittings virtually inpossible to pry open with hand tools... |
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