Wednesday, July 20, 2011

How To: Buy A Gun Safe

A GUN SAFE is a major investment, and once it's installed you won't want to move it or get a new one.  Which means you need to buy the right safe for you and put it in the right place.  Here are a few things to consider:

The Size:
Figure how many gun slots you require.  Every scope bolt gun in your collection gets two slots, other long guns get one.  Multiply the total by 1.5 so your collection can grow.


The Specs:
Safes are rated for fire protection by time and temperature.  The average house burns for 27 minutes at around 1,100 degrees.  In rural areas where response is slower, you'll want additional protection.


The Space:
The best place for a safe is in a confined spot where intruders don't have room to attack the sides.  It should be bolted to a floor that is strong enough to support its weight.  While it's tempting to put it in the basement, chances are higher that your house will flood than burn or be broken into.





(Story Source: Field & Stream - Feb. 2011 - By Phil Bourjaily)
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 30, 2017 at 11:15 PM

    Thanks

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  2. UnknownFebruary 4, 2017 at 11:19 PM

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  3. KaylaMay 18, 2017 at 7:19 PM

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  4. Jerry GonzalezNovember 2, 2019 at 6:10 AM

    Yep, I need A Gun Safe. Thank for sharing!

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