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Top 4 Secure Gun Storage Options

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Many gun enthusiasts enjoy a collection of firearms they use for different purposes: hunting, self-defense and range training. They also understand that guns are powerful tools that should be handled and stored safely.

Whether you’re storing your firearms in your home or vehicle, it is very important that they are stored safely so that unauthorized individuals can’t get their hands on them. Safe gun storage also prevents the firearm from firing and protects the weapon from damage.

1 – Gun Safe

The safest way to store your firearms is to invest in a gun safe. A locked gun safe is a highly effective theft deterrent and it prevents your weapons from being handled or loaded by unauthorized individuals. Gun safes also protect your firearms from physical damage while they’re being stored.

Because a gun safe is the most expensive storage option, you should carefully consider your options before you make a purchase. The biggest mistake gun owners make when choosing a gun safe is selecting one that is too small for their future needs.

2 – Steel Gun Cabinets

Although they are not as secure as a gun safe, locking steel gun cabinets are an effective way to store and protect your firearms. They are typically made of a thinner gauge of steel than gun safes, but this trait makes it easier to store your firearms in locations that are inappropriate for a heavy gun safe, such as an apartment or an upstairs closet.

Despite their size, they can easily be moved by one or two people. They can also be bolted to the floor or wall to add additional protection from possible thieves.

3 – Gun Cases

Soft-sided and hard-sided gun cases are offered at most sporting goods stores. These cases protect your firearms from physical damage, but do little to protect them from theft. Most gun cases can be locked and, depending on local laws and regulation, can allow a gun owner to legally transport a firearm.

4 – Metal Gun Cases and Strong Boxes

Metal gun cases and strong boxes combine some of the convenience of gun cases with the added security of a locking gun cabinet. Portable strong boxes and metal gun cases can also be mounted to a fixed surface to add additional protection against thieves. They typically feature a reliable locking system or a place to securely attach a heavy padlock.

Make security your top priority. Use one of these options and don’t let firearms get into the wrong hands.

 

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