Portable Pistol Safe

Rock and Glock · December 12th, 2005, 10:19 AM

I am trying to find some reviews, information and receive "experienced CC input" on this type of pistol safe.

http://www.center-of-mass.com

I realize a "Cable Lock" is much less secure than a welded or bolt-in safe, but convenience and the ability to move these from car to car, hotel rooms, etc. adds some flexibility I like. While used in a car, they would always be very well hidden, and perhaps have three dogs with with them (a Dobie, a GSD and a dumpster dog). While not "ideal" in all respects, does anyone have experience with these, or have some observations and input they'd like to share?

Thanks for your time and input!

Phil Elmore · December 12th, 2005, 03:18 PM

I am working on a review of those very safes. They are a high-quality item that is extremely convenient. I have two safes that are keyed alike -- one large and one "medium." The larger safe will hold a full-sized Beretta 92 or a 1911, while the smaller safe is good for compact guns (like a Smith and Wesson snubby). The safes can be mounted to flat surfaces, too, using the holes drilled in the bottoms.

Free American · December 12th, 2005, 04:42 PM

Just ordered 2, I will let you know what I think...they say they'll be here before the weekend. Nice guy.

jeephipwr · December 12th, 2005, 08:44 PM

Walmart sold a portable safe with a finger keypad that was pretty inexpensive. It could have the bottom plate mounted at home and you could open the safe, flip a couple of toggles and carry the upper part of the safe with you. I use one at home but have never taken it traveling.

Rock and Glock · December 12th, 2005, 10:39 PM

I ordered two large today, and will give them a "mini-review" and post the results. I'm excited - my CHL may come through within a month now, so I'm getting ready.

Thanks for the input, folks!

cybrus · December 13th, 2005, 12:42 AM

Got one for my car - don't have to disarm often in PA, but this has come in handy on occasion for storing my XD. It also has come in handy storing valuables that I didn't just want to stash in the glove compartment. I have the cable lock looped around the rear of the frame that bolts the driver seat to the floor and the safe slides right under the driver seat from behind. I can reach it just fine from the driver seat and the cable is long enough to pull it all the way up into my lap with no problems. I only wish I had gotten 2 at the same time.

Supposedly it is also TSA compliant so when I fly, I'll be using it. Just need to get a suitcase with a solid frame to loop the cable around.

rocky · December 13th, 2005, 01:03 AM

I found 1 for $30 at Walmart. Key lock only, but it is big enough to fit several handguns in. Also, it is gray , so it matches my truck carpet and interior well.

gregarat · December 14th, 2005, 06:23 PM

I have a Narc Safe installed in my truck.

http://www.wattco.net/odyssey/odysseynarcsafe.htm

I love how they advertise, on their web page.
"This sturdy safe can safely store either narcotics or handguns." Oh wow!, now I have a safe place to store my NARCOTICS while I'm driving!

Rock and Glock · December 16th, 2005, 10:28 PM

Compact. All steel exterior (21 GA). Welded hinges with welded side edge guards inside safe. Lock seems stable and solid. Cable heavy and will defeat casual thief, not bolt-cutters. Large holds my G17 and 2-3 mags. Foam interior. Will hide easily in truck. Very happy with cost/benefit. Arrived less than five days after ordering. All of them are keyed alike for maximum convenience.

Two large fit in my Chevy Suburban console. They fit under the front seats in my wifes Jeep Cheerokee.

Free American · December 20th, 2005, 03:44 PM

Still waiting for mine

December 12th, 2005, 10:19 AM	#1
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 3,808	Portable Pistol Safe I am trying to find some reviews, information and receive "experienced CC input" on this type of pistol safe. http://www.center-of-mass.com I realize a "Cable Lock" is much less secure than a welded or bolt-in safe, but convenience and the ability to move these from car to car, hotel rooms, etc. adds some flexibility I like. While used in a car, they would always be very well hidden, and perhaps have three dogs with with them (a Dobie, a GSD and a dumpster dog). While not "ideal" in all respects, does anyone have experience with these, or have some observations and input they'd like to share? Thanks for your time and input! __________________ Richard NRA Life Member "This world is not a playground where children at play are pampered by friendly nannies," Wendelin Wiedeking Last edited by Rock and Glock; December 12th, 2005 at 01:18 PM.

December 12th, 2005, 03:18 PM	#2
Phil Elmore Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NY Posts: 305	I am working on a review of those very safes. They are a high-quality item that is extremely convenient. I have two safes that are keyed alike -- one large and one "medium." The larger safe will hold a full-sized Beretta 92 or a 1911, while the smaller safe is good for compact guns (like a Smith and Wesson snubby). The safes can be mounted to flat surfaces, too, using the holes drilled in the bottoms. __________________ - Phil Elmore 浪人 315.391.1626 Publisher, *The Martialist™* For Those Who Fight Unfairly

December 12th, 2005, 04:42 PM	#3
Free American Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 612	Just ordered 2, I will let you know what I think...they say they'll be here before the weekend. Nice guy. __________________ They who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin Previously known as "cjm5874"

December 12th, 2005, 10:39 PM	#5
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 3,808	I ordered two large today, and will give them a "mini-review" and post the results. I'm excited - my CHL may come through within a month now, so I'm getting ready. Thanks for the input, folks! __________________ Richard NRA Life Member "This world is not a playground where children at play are pampered by friendly nannies," Wendelin Wiedeking

December 13th, 2005, 12:42 AM	#6
cybrus New Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 14	Got one for my car - don't have to disarm often in PA, but this has come in handy on occasion for storing my XD. It also has come in handy storing valuables that I didn't just want to stash in the glove compartment. I have the cable lock looped around the rear of the frame that bolts the driver seat to the floor and the safe slides right under the driver seat from behind. I can reach it just fine from the driver seat and the cable is long enough to pull it all the way up into my lap with no problems. I only wish I had gotten 2 at the same time. Supposedly it is also TSA compliant so when I fly, I'll be using it. Just need to get a suitcase with a solid frame to loop the cable around. __________________ Good, bad, I'm the guy with the gun.

December 12th, 2005, 08:44 PM	#4
jeephipwr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Little Rock Posts: 350	Walmart sold a portable safe with a finger keypad that was pretty inexpensive. It could have the bottom plate mounted at home and you could open the safe, flip a couple of toggles and carry the upper part of the safe with you. I use one at home but have never taken it traveling.

December 13th, 2005, 01:03 AM	#7
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 11,768	I found 1 for $30 at Walmart. Key lock only, but it is big enough to fit several handguns in. Also, it is gray , so it matches my truck carpet and interior well.

December 14th, 2005, 06:23 PM	#8
gregarat Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Central NYS Posts: 856	I have a Narc Safe installed in my truck. http://www.wattco.net/odyssey/odysseynarcsafe.htm I love how they advertise, on their web page. "This sturdy safe can safely store either narcotics or handguns." Oh wow!, now I have a safe place to store my NARCOTICS while I'm driving!

December 16th, 2005, 10:28 PM	#9
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 3,808	COM Pistol Safe: Review Compact. All steel exterior (21 GA). Welded hinges with welded side edge guards inside safe. Lock seems stable and solid. Cable heavy and will defeat casual thief, not bolt-cutters. Large holds my G17 and 2-3 mags. Foam interior. Will hide easily in truck. Very happy with cost/benefit. Arrived less than five days after ordering. All of them are keyed alike for maximum convenience. Two large fit in my Chevy Suburban console. They fit under the front seats in my wifes Jeep Cheerokee. __________________ Richard NRA Life Member "This world is not a playground where children at play are pampered by friendly nannies," Wendelin Wiedeking Last edited by Rock and Glock; December 17th, 2005 at 02:46 PM.

December 20th, 2005, 03:44 PM	#10
Free American Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 612	Still waiting for mine __________________ They who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin Previously known as "cjm5874"

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