Pistol Safe Suggestions

[BigBoy99]

The grand kids are getting older and I think it is getting to the time where I can no longer keep a loaded handgun in the drawer. The kids are good but just to be on the safe side, I think it is time to get a pistol safe for the closet by the front door. I've looked at few and have found a few features which I like:

- Must have a key over ride of any other entry method, i.e. electronic.

- NO finger print scanner, as they are not reliable.

- Small enough to fit on closet shelf but hold up to two pistols and mags.

I'd appreciate any comments/suggestions on models which are in use as looking at Amazon, there are over a hundred models when a simple search is done. Thanks.

 

[fmflorida]

If you are just looking for something to keep the guns away from kids Id suggest going to your local Harbor Freight or similar store and get one of their safes.

They arent the best at anything, they wont keep a determined thief out of them but they will keep the guns out of the hands of the grandkids.

They have a variety of sizes and all have a key over ride. I have a small one and I dont even put batteries in it, I just use the key its faster.

 

[Kanewpadle]

Friends LGS sells Vaultek. Sold lots of them. No problems.

They come in different sizes. Some with biometric. Some with keypad. All have key override.
VT SERIES – Vaultek Safe

V-line is also a good one. Mechanical lock. No batteries. No key. Very reliable.

Or just buy a simple lock box with a key only since it’s for occasional use.

 

[CB3]

I use the mechanical Simplex five push button safes. That lock goes on boxes made by many manufacturers. Boxes can be relatively inexpensive lock-boxes to true and fairly expensive heavy weight safes. All can be attached to a piece of furniture or the floor so they cannot be taken. There are different sizes. Bigger is better.

I have never had a Simplex lock fail. Button combinations can be two at a time overcoming all curious fingers. There is no need for a key over-ride. I have V-line and Cannon.

 

[bigwheelzip]

Hubby and I bought cheap cabled lock boxes that we have in the car, and for travel. At home we have ready access to our safe.

We have looked at many of these small gun safes, and the Hornady products seem to work quite well in the store. Their RFID system offers the fastest access of anything I've seen, and that system seems very reliable. Combination and key locking is included as well.

Their 2-gun size is this one: Hornady RAPiD Safe 4800KP

It is available through Amazon, but Optics Planet has it for 125 dollars less, and they are a good company to do business with.

Reviews & Ratings for Hornady RAPiD Safe 4800KP

 

[Sikiguya]

Do NOT get the electronic pistol safe. I broke down and tried one a few years ago. Every time I needed to access it, the battery was dead. Sure, I had a key. But if I really needed it, it would have been useless. Get one with the simplex lock like the earlier post said. It is a few $ more than these cheaper electronic ones...well worth it.


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[phulklip]

I've been using Gun Vault safes for years without any problems
Firearm & Weapon Safes | GunVault - A Safer Way of Living

 

[CB3]

Never, ever, buy a quick access gun safe that relies on batteries. Batteries fail, leak—even a week after installation. Everyone knows this, yet still they get duped into purchasing fancy doo-dah electronic gizmos that depend on batteries. It’s your life. Literally.

 

[URIT]

I have a Hornady Rapid Safe and it is fine for one gun but two???

This might work in the closet and has the key backup you wanted...

Stealth Handgun Hanger Safe Quick Access Electronic Pistol Security Bo

 

[Bugkiller99]

This might fit the bill. Though it may not work so well on a closet shelf. New from Hornandy. RAPiD(R) Safe Night Guard™ - Hornady Manufacturing, Inc.
I have two of the Hornady RFI chip vaults, and I’m happy with the way they work. Been reliable.

 

[ColbyBruce]

I wanted something my grandkids couldn’t reach, so I went this route. This fits between the studs in the wall. I opted to use lag bolts to secure it, rather than the dinky wood screws that came with it. Easy to install with minimal tools.

 

[rwsmith]

Good for you....

I've added a rule to those concerning general gun safety.

HAVING CHILDREN IN THE HOUSE DRASTICALLY CHANGES THE WAY YOU KEEP AND STORE ARMS.

I know I'm preaching to the choir, but I hear way too many stories about some 'boyfriend' that left their gun on the kitchen table to go buy smokes or something and a kid shooting themselves or somebody else.

When my son started getting older I wasn't as worried about somebody stealing my guns as much as him and his punky friends getting into them. If anybody wants to keep a loaded gun I strongly recommend a quick open safe in an accessible spot.

For all my guns I got a cheapy Stack On safe with a combination lock that has served me for many years now.

 

[kidcom]

Personally I would only purchase a dial combination safe. Electronic, Keyed Touch Pad etc. fail, your screwed in my humble opinion. Strictly mechanical is the only to go.

 

[BigBoy99]

Thanks for all of the comments/suggestions. Yes, I've concluded that any safe which requires a battery, is one that gets left at the store.

 

[bill2000]

Bought this one for my Son. Impressed with the quality.

Pistol Box w/Front Sight Training Certificate [FREE] | Ft. Knox Vaults

 

[blues7]

I own and recommend a [ame="https://www.amazon.com/V-Line-Brute-Heavy-Quick-Access/dp/B00K20E8S8"]Amazon.com : V-Line Brute Heavy Duty Safe with Quick Access Lock, Black : Sports & Outdoors[/ame].

It operates on a Simplex lock. No electronics, no separate key.

 

[ContinentalOp]

Personally, I would go with either V-Line or Fort Knox. Like many have said, Simplex locks are the way to go.

 

[ColbyBruce]

The Stack-On IWC-22 model holds a number of items.

A few of my friends liked my cabinet and bought them. One guy was having cabinets installed in his laundry room; so he installed the Stack-On, had the back of the new cabinet cut out before it was hung (to allow access to the Stack-On, and covers it with a large box of laundry detergent. Same guy put one of these in his mountain house, mounted it low on an inside wall, covered it with a large vent cover. He used his wife’s rolling pin to flatten the louvres a bit. It is attached to the bottom of the Stack-On by a piano hinge and has a magnetic clip at the top.

 

[Ziggy2525]

When I did similar research to what the OP is asking about, I ended up with a Fort Knox with a Simplex lock. Same as the one in this link.

[ame="https://www.amazon.com/Fort-Knox-FTK-PB-Pistol-Handgun/dp/B004H6MKI8/ref=sr_1_4?crid=HH7ZHS185IDH&dchild=1&keywords=fort+knox+safe&qid=1579962482&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=Fort+knox+%2Csporting%2C161&sr=1-4"]Amazon.com : Fort Knox FTK-PB Pistol Box Handgun Safe : Hard Pistol Cases : Sports & Outdoors[/ame]

 

[fiasconva]

Years ago I bought a Sentry Safe when my grand kids reached that age. Mine is a model 1900 and is big, clunky, and heavy enough to discourage any small fry from picking it up and trying to get into it. It will hold 2 guns pretty easily and only requires a key to lock and unlock. It also comes with equipment to bolt it down if needed. You can find them at any Office Depot/ Office Max and they are usually on sale this time of year. They come in different sizes and models.