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Posted: 7/8/2021 9:23:12 PM EDT
I've got a healthy 6" thick space under my 4'x2' coffee table and am considering installing either a swing out shelf, drawer, or at least a gun or two on a magnetic mount. Anyone have anything like that, either factory bought or DIY, sitting in their living room? Could easily throw a couple pistols, rifles, maybe a shockwave, flashlights...hell even plenty of room for a plate carrier Plenty of possibilities.
What I'd like to get some ideas with are the retention mechanisms, organization, and overall storage. Pics and suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! 
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Posted: 7/8/2021 9:26:40 PM EDT
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I would say to install a thick metal plate across the bottom, then you can flip the table on its side and use it as a shied.
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Posted: 7/8/2021 9:33:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I would say to install a thick metal plate across the bottom, then you can flip the table on its side and use it as a shied. If using drawers that could be slid out, that would actually be a good idea. Problem is, I'm not sure what arrangement/mechanism wouldn't throw the remaining guns around within the table once tossed. Would make it quite difficult for other family members to grab them. Plus, where would I even buy thicker plate steel? Does Lowe's/HD have that kind of thing. Shipping would be quite pricey I'd think. Thanks |
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Posted: 7/8/2021 10:32:44 PM EDT
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I worked at a guy guess house that has a coffee table, displaying his collection of Colt single action revolvers. I was impressed!
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:04:28 PM EDT
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I'm surprised no one here has these.
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:08:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I would say to install a thick metal plate across the bottom, then you can flip the table on its side and use it as a shied. i like the cut of your jib, sailor. 
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:08:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If using drawers that could be slid out, that would actually be a good idea. Problem is, I'm not sure what arrangement/mechanism wouldn't throw the remaining guns around within the table once tossed. Would make it quite difficult for other family members to grab them. Plus, where would I even buy thicker plate steel? Does Lowe's/HD have that kind of thing. Shipping would be quite pricey I'd think. Thanks call up your local steel/fab shop and see what they have cheap. |
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:10:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If using drawers that could be slid out, that would actually be a good idea. Problem is, I'm not sure what arrangement/mechanism wouldn't throw the remaining guns around within the table once tossed. Would make it quite difficult for other family members to grab them. Plus, where would I even buy thicker plate steel? Does Lowe's/HD have that kind of thing. Shipping would be quite pricey I'd think. Thanks Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I would say to install a thick metal plate across the bottom, then you can flip the table on its side and use it as a shied. If using drawers that could be slid out, that would actually be a good idea. Problem is, I'm not sure what arrangement/mechanism wouldn't throw the remaining guns around within the table once tossed. Would make it quite difficult for other family members to grab them. Plus, where would I even buy thicker plate steel? Does Lowe's/HD have that kind of thing. Shipping would be quite pricey I'd think. Thanks You live in Pennsylvania, can't you just drive around until you find an abandoned steel mill and pick up a plate? |
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:13:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:25:21 PM EDT
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I'll bet AR500 dot com or similar would be more that happy to help you out.
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:42:28 PM EDT
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My coffee table has a lifting lid so we can use the top as a tv tray for snacks. Plenty of room under the lid for a magnet and a gun.
I have the magnets, just never installed them.
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:48:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My coffee table has a lifting lid so we can use the top as a tv tray for snacks. Plenty of room under the lid for a magnet and a gun. I have the magnets, just never installed them. but does it have the steel plate on the bottom so you can flip the table onto its side and use as a shield during a gun battle in your living room?  |
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Posted: 7/9/2021 3:49:58 PM EDT
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