Are there mechanical locks for shotgun actions?

Janq · September 28th, 2007, 02:22 PM

I'm wondering has anyone come across a mechanical lock toward the action for shotguns?

For example I've installed the Springfield Armory 'Integrated Locking System' (ILS) on all of my 1911s and it works excellently and is compliance with the law. As well it's much more convenient and flexible to use than a cable lock.

I've not heard of similar for a shotgun but that doesn't mean it's not out there.
To be very specific I am not looking for lockable mounting options such as the 'LocBox' et. al. Specifically a keyed action/bolt locking device akin to the ISS safety lock of the Remington 710 rifle.

Thank you ahead of time.

- Janq

Rob72 · September 28th, 2007, 03:13 PM

The new 870s have a locking safety button. I threw mine away, but IIRC, its a direct replacement, and you should be able to get one from Brownell's, if not Remington, directly.

Different brands may not have a factory retro, yet, but adapting a safety to be "set" should not be a major deal for a smith.

ghost tracker · September 28th, 2007, 03:21 PM

As for the Remington 870, I replaced my factory locking-safety with a Vang Over-Sized Safety. The LAST thing I want to be doing if I NEED my scattergun...is looking for the %#& key!

Janq · September 28th, 2007, 03:48 PM

Thank you for the assist Rob!

That is exactly what I was looking/hoping for.
From your clue I located additional information over at THR and from that a reference to Shotgun World showing pics of this unit during removal.

For others who might be curious or find this information useful...

THR - "Giving "J-safety" the boot"
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=238015

SW - "Scattergun Tech. Jumbo Head Safety Installation"
http://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?t=86875

Thanks again for the to me useful information!

- Janq

Janq · October 5th, 2007, 02:32 PM

Update:

I found an even better and completely universal solution via the folks at Benelli!

Quote:

Chamber Lock

When storing or transporting your shotgun, use the patented Benelli Chamber Lock for additional safety. Meets California standards.
Specify right or left-handed. $20.00

Source - http://www.benelliusa.com/firearms/p...soriesMisc.tpl

Being universal toward any and all shotguns this is an even better solution than that of the Remington locking safety.

- Janq

September 28th, 2007, 02:22 PM	#1
Janq VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 3,146	Are there mechanical locks for shotgun actions? I'm wondering has anyone come across a mechanical lock toward the action for shotguns? For example I've installed the Springfield Armory 'Integrated Locking System' (ILS) on all of my 1911s and it works excellently and is compliance with the law. As well it's much more convenient and flexible to use than a cable lock. I've not heard of similar for a shotgun but that doesn't mean it's not out there. To be very specific I am not looking for lockable mounting options such as the 'LocBox' et. al. Specifically a keyed action/bolt locking device akin to the ISS safety lock of the Remington 710 rifle. Thank you ahead of time. - Janq __________________ "Killers who are not deterred by laws against murder are not going to be deterred by laws against guns. " - Robert A. Levy Monday, March 12, 2007 -- Op Ed -- The Washington Post

September 28th, 2007, 03:21 PM	#3
ghost tracker Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ky Backwoods Posts: 742	As for the Remington 870, I replaced my factory locking-safety with a Vang Over-Sized Safety. The LAST thing I want to be doing if I NEED my scattergun...is looking for the %#& key! __________________ There are only *TWO* kinds of people in this world; those that describe the world as filled with two kinds of people...and those who don't.

September 28th, 2007, 03:48 PM	#4
Janq VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 3,146	Thank you for the assist Rob! That is exactly what I was looking/hoping for. From your clue I located additional information over at THR and from that a reference to Shotgun World showing pics of this unit during removal. For others who might be curious or find this information useful... THR - "Giving "J-safety" the boot" http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=238015 SW - "Scattergun Tech. Jumbo Head Safety Installation" http://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?t=86875 Thanks again for the to me useful information! - Janq __________________ "Killers who are not deterred by laws against murder are not going to be deterred by laws against guns. " - Robert A. Levy Monday, March 12, 2007 -- Op Ed -- The Washington Post

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September 28th, 2007, 03:13 PM	#2
Rob72 VIP Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 3,112	The new 870s have a locking safety button. I threw mine away, but IIRC, its a direct replacement, and you should be able to get one from Brownell's, if not Remington, directly. Different brands may not have a factory retro, yet, but adapting a safety to be "set" should not be a major deal for a smith.