Check out this pistol safe...anybody tried it? - Page 2

chenemf · April 30th, 2008, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by WJP9

It would keep a pistol "safe" from my child or children in my home as compared with leaving it in a drawer and allow me quick access at night. I know even bolted down it could be stolen...but let's face it...if a criminal wants something bad enough and there is nobody there to stop him what's to stop him anyway?

Same reasoning I used when I bought mine (it was also on sale!!). With a second baseplate, I can also put it in my camper.

MSU Spartan · May 2nd, 2008, 07:25 PM

Bought one of these from Gander Mountain for $69.00. Not a bad lock box to keep by the bed. Electronic opening is quick, and also has key entry. Foam lined and easily holds one handgun and several mags.

ADG Sports 33018 - Secure Vault Electronic Top Load Vault

tegemu · May 3rd, 2008, 05:27 PM

Seems to me that it would be far better than a glove compartment or console when must leave my gun in my car.

metz33 · May 5th, 2008, 02:17 AM

those are very interesting!

MSU Spartan · May 5th, 2008, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tegemu

Seems to me that it would be far better than a glove compartment or console when must leave my gun in my car.

I've thought the same thing. Bolt it down, it should work well.

SonofASniper · May 6th, 2008, 12:36 AM

I have two of a slightly different variation, strictly for small child control. They work great for that. I believe a large part of their success is attibuted to the fact that I keep a close eye on my children and don't allow enough time for them to figure the lockboxes out.

My oldest just turned 3, and I am starting to introduce her to the rules of the weapons in the house. When both are old enough to trust, then I will go away from the lock boxes.

The key to choosing your lockbox is choosing one that meets the criteria of where you are going to place it. For my wife and I, we have front loaders because of the design of our nightstands. The front loaders enable us quick access should we need them, whereas a top loader would be an extreme hinderance. I also chose a simple 4 button design that I could operate with one hand, and I believe a spring loaded door is a must because it elimanates additional motor skills to access my gun at 3 am when I am bleary eyed and my arm or hand may be asleep from laying in a bad posistion.

I have no illusions about them being burglar proof. They aren't, other than the fact that the bad guy can't immediately access my pistol.

wht06rado · May 10th, 2008, 04:36 PM

I saw a video once of a guy who slammed one of those on the floor on it's side and it popped right open! I wouldn't trust one, IMO.

Wht

Edited to add:
Ok, I found the video. It's not the exact same safe but they are fairly close. Check it out:
ADG Sports gun safe

Sergeant Mac · May 10th, 2008, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Pitmaster

Besides, why spend your money at Wal-Mart. The next step is to track and monitor firearms safe buyers.

My tinfoil hat protects me.

You should really look into that....

MelloYello · May 21st, 2008, 10:10 PM

I am glad I looked at this thread. Last weekend I was at a CCW class and the instructors were selling these for $110

I purchased one but they didnt have any in stock so I have to wait. It looks like I will get a refund and save some cash.

Thanks guys.

KingPerformance · May 22nd, 2008, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wht06rado

I saw a video once of a guy who slammed one of those on the floor on it's side and it popped right open! I wouldn't trust one, IMO.

Wht

Edited to add:
Ok, I found the video. It's not the exact same safe but they are fairly close. Check it out:
ADG Sports gun safe

Tried that with my DAC and no luck. My local range does sell that specific model, I'm going to see if they will let me test it out on theirs.

May 3rd, 2008, 05:27 PM	#13
tegemu Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orange Park, Fla. Posts: 994	Seems to me that it would be far better than a glove compartment or console when must leave my gun in my car. __________________ People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence in their behalf. - George Orwell

May 6th, 2008, 12:36 AM	#16
SonofASniper Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 926	I have two of a slightly different variation, strictly for small child control. They work great for that. I believe a large part of their success is attibuted to the fact that I keep a close eye on my children and don't allow enough time for them to figure the lockboxes out. My oldest just turned 3, and I am starting to introduce her to the rules of the weapons in the house. When both are old enough to trust, then I will go away from the lock boxes. The key to choosing your lockbox is choosing one that meets the criteria of where you are going to place it. For my wife and I, we have front loaders because of the design of our nightstands. The front loaders enable us quick access should we need them, whereas a top loader would be an extreme hinderance. I also chose a simple 4 button design that I could operate with one hand, and I believe a spring loaded door is a must because it elimanates additional motor skills to access my gun at 3 am when I am bleary eyed and my arm or hand may be asleep from laying in a bad posistion. I have no illusions about them being burglar proof. They aren't, other than the fact that the bad guy can't immediately access my pistol. __________________ The unreasonable person will determine what the reasonable compromise will be.

May 10th, 2008, 04:36 PM	#17
wht06rado Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 651	I saw a video once of a guy who slammed one of those on the floor on it's side and it popped right open! I wouldn't trust one, IMO. Wht Edited to add: Ok, I found the video. It's not the exact same safe but they are fairly close. Check it out: ADG Sports gun safe __________________ “They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security” Benjamin Franklin I'm not pro gun, I'm pro rights. What are you? NRA Member ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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May 2nd, 2008, 07:25 PM	#12
MSU Spartan Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mid Michigan Posts: 53	Bought one of these from Gander Mountain for $69.00. Not a bad lock box to keep by the bed. Electronic opening is quick, and also has key entry. Foam lined and easily holds one handgun and several mags. ADG Sports 33018 - Secure Vault Electronic Top Load Vault

May 5th, 2008, 02:17 AM	#14
metz33 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NE OH Posts: 24	those are very interesting!

May 21st, 2008, 10:10 PM	#19
MelloYello New Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 6	I am glad I looked at this thread. Last weekend I was at a CCW class and the instructors were selling these for $110 I purchased one but they didnt have any in stock so I have to wait. It looks like I will get a refund and save some cash. Thanks guys.