Yes...its another gun safe thread

[HillbillyRed]

Sorry, I searched but didnt get much answers specifically for my questions...

Basically just lookin for a gun safe. Something around the size of the AMSEC BF-6030. Im not a cheap guy at all, but my collection probably wont ever grow like some of the "John Waynes" on here prepared for a zombie horde. So I dont think Ill ever get my moneys worth out of a $4k+ safe. If I can get a quality safe (roughly 60x30x26) around $1600-ish, whats the best safe for the money?

Keep in mind:
-USA made is a must
-combination lock is a must
-most likely be delivered (ordered by phone or on internet...from SW-MO nothing around here)
-going in garage
-dont really care about finish/color...but dont be pointin out no "super deal" safes in a high gloss pink...lol
-doubt my collection will ever grow above 6 long guns and 10 pistols...but I have lots of military accessories (most of value) that I would like to store in there as well

Thanks

 

[ThrottleJockey]

I really like my Browning"theftgard"(yes, I know it is misspelled, but that's what it says on it). It fits all the parameters you listed and all for around $850.

 

[HillbillyRed]

Theftguard made in China?

 

[ThrottleJockey]

No, Browning, Theftgard is the model. Like I said, for some reason they spell "gard' instead of "guard" probably a copyright thing?

Here's the Browning link to the one I have:
http://www.browning.com/products/catalog/gunsafes/detail.asp?value=002F&cat_id=160&type_id=42934

Here's a link to a place selling them:
http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=85143

 

[ThrottleJockey]

The only problem I have is that I didn't expect my collection to grow as fast as it did. I now need another, so my advice is to buy BIGGER than you need. It's gonna last forever and you will always be adding things to it.

 

[ds/ks]

Hey Hillbilly,
A.G. English in Broken Arrow, OK Check with them.

 

[beatcop]

Blasphemy, but the Dick's Stack-On gun safes get the job done at 1/2 the price. Probably imported, but it beats having your stuff stolen.

 

[Mot45acp]

http://www.zykansafe.com/amsecgunsafes.html

He's a member here to boot. My tax refund is going towards the BF 6030.

 

[a1abdj]

The Theftgaurd (or however they spell it) is Chinese, imported by Pro Steel, and sold as a Browning.

I also answered your post on TFL in a little more detail.

 

[ServiceSoon]

http://johnsonsafe.com/index.html

 

[ThrottleJockey]

Thank you a1abdj. But you have to agree, the stack-on beatcop speaks of isn't even a good boat anchor by comparison to my Browning! I wouldn't even use them in my garage for storing spraypaint.

 

[a1abdj]

Thank you a1abdj. But you have to agree, the stack-on beatcop speaks of isn't even a good boat anchor by comparison to my Browning! I wouldn't even use them in my garage for storing spraypaint.

Definately. The stuff coming out of China has a wide range of quality. It's not all junk, but some of it is.

 

[HillbillyRed]

Thanks everybody for the input.

Thanks ds/ks for the local area info.

And thanks a1abdj for the reply over at TFL too. (I posted both places so I could get as many opinions possible...lol)

 

[beatcop]

The stack-on's are the lowest end, but are worth a look.

Don't get the "locker" types, made out of sheetmetal. Take a look at the 25 to 36 gun versions which are very sturdy.

It's a personal thing...what is the "real" vs. perceived threat level in your area. The $800 36-gun version will keep the average crook out for quite a while.

I like solid US construction, but don't want to spend twice as much for the same 10 to 12 gauge steel safe.

Just my .02

 

[Old Guy]

Garage

A safe is a must! Look around for second hand ones, some friends, a borrowed PH Truck, you have a safe. Ask around, local lock smiths etc.

In the Garage (always keep door down) park safe against a side wall, an old white bed sheet to cover side and front. Blends in.

 

[Trebor]

If the safe is in the garage, don't store tools in the garage that can be used to open the safe!

Kinda defeats the purpose, don't cha know.

 

[skidooman]

In the Garage (always keep door down) park safe against a side wall, an old white bed sheet to cover side and front. Blends in.

Old guy, thats exactly what I am doing. I also have shelves on the street side with misc. camping crap to "camo" it up a little more. I bought a Amsec LP6036E last week, and its getting delivered and bolted to my floor on wednesday. I paid roughly $1300 for it with a dehumidifier and install. It was on sale from a list price of $2100, I think, from a local guy.

 

[leadcounsel]

www.sturdysafe.com.

I'm a very satisfied customer.

 

[HillbillyRed]

how much higher are them sturdy safes compared to the AMSEC in the size I listed? And I noticed they have gutted inside doors. Is it just in the picture or what? Cause a cover preferably carpet to hang accessories and firearms on would be a plus.