Posted: 3/10/2017 10:55:59 AM EDT
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Hey guys, I've started looking into gun safes and would like some input. My 2017 goal is to finally purchase a safe.
I live in a condo, ground floor, 2 bed/2 bath. I own it but, I may eventually move out and get something else so I need to make sure I can move it out. I've looked at Gander Mt. they've got some good ones. Wondering if there are any other places ya'll would recommend? My budget is tight too, about $800.00. I can pick it up with my truck and the help of several friends. Any suggestions where else to look for a good quality gun safe? I went to Costco yesterday, they had a Cannon executive safe for $499.00, 25 cubic Ft, no carpeting, no racking for firemarms. Really just a big steel box but $499.00 is a good price. Has electronic lock, 60 minute fire protection, 4 locking bolts. 60h x 36w x 20d. I keep searching Craigslist too no avail. |
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At your price point, you are lucky to get a steel box that will keep out the small kids, crack heads and smash-n-grab type burglar. Bolt it to the floor and the wall while trying to keep it out of sight in a corner - best you can do.
I picked up a 350.00 retail price safe for 100.00 a while back on Craigslist. It is secured as described above and I only expect to keep my 2 1/2 yo grandson out. Just pick out your favorite color and bolt it down. |
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I know people with the older Cannons from Costco. They seem to be ok. They ARE NOT high $ safes though & you know it. However they work fine for the condo type that doesn't live in a high crime area. Is where you live safe enough? Someone really going to break in with all the other condos there?
And then spend the time to break into a safe? All questions you have to answer. As above put it in a corner, bolt it to the floor & keep it out of sight. Also DON'T move a safe into your unit with all eyes to see. When I had to move mine I did it at 4am on a Sunday morning & quietly. |