handloader1

I am thinking of purchasing a safe. What is the best safe can I purchase with about $1200.00. What about fire protection, do I need more protection than 1200 degreese for a half hour? I now nothing about safes. Thanks in advance.

CalNewbie

Check out a gun show. The show in my area had a few companies lines represented. It was a good chance to compare the different models. I've seen the suggestion to try to make a deal on one of the floor models, and have them drop it off after the show closes. Guess that'd only work if you lived close to the show.

ranitro

the higher fire protection the heavier the safe this may be a factor for you .also note the higher the price for 90min vs 30min,but check with our local fire department for advice i have heard some heavy safes on second floors colapsing and warping the seal of the safe if this occurs you belongings will be damaged by water or fire. and if u go with the heavy safe in the basement- flooding can be a issue and humidty is a high facter harder to control.

ralph anifiotis

trailer

I don't have a gun safe but was looking into it. Have you checked Remington's line of gun safes. Go to there wed site www.remington.com/default and check under accessories. They cover some questions that Ranitor had brought up. You can also go to www.sentrysafe.com/guns.cfm? for more information. This information may help in your choice.

Ruger-Redhawk

Check out the Browning line or Liberty models. I have a old ProSteel vault who is or was making them for Browning.My ProSteel isn't fireproof but the Liberty is fireproof.My Liberty model is the Jefferson 23 which was a new model last year when I bought it.I caught it on sale for 900.00 MSRP is around 1200.00 if I remember right.BassPro has several different models and runs sales on occasions.Buying a safe is a lifetime investment.Make sure you get one that will allow your collection to grow.They seem to shrink very quickly.Sam's Club carries a Remington (Made by Granite sp? safe company.) It's fireproof and runs around I believe 900.00 or 995.00. Looks like a well made safe.It could be the best money you ever spend.
Ruger Redhawk

..... A Proud NRA Life Member since 1977 .....Ruger Redhawk

Edited by - ruger-redhawk on 02/10/2003 17:16:43

PaJack

handloader1...Do you have a SAM'S CLUB near buy? I was at one yesterday and they have a Winchester safe for $799.00! I thought it was a good deal...<img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>

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Jack

WV Hunter

There are alot of good safes out there. The majority have the same features, and they all will tell you they are the best. Personally I have an American Security safe. Check www.scottsoutdoors.com for them. I think Natchez sells them too. Hard to beat for the money. The only thing I can recommend is get one bigger than you think you'll need. You'll be glad you did.

bigcountry

I have a medallion and do like it. But since my house has been on fire before, it is a worry for me. The local liberty dealer near me got ahold of a liberty safe that has been thru a house fire and the inside is unharmed but the outside is toasted. If I had it to do over, I would have got the 45 min. liberty safe. It costs an extra 400 than your budget but wish I did that. It would have cost me an extra 150 dollars over the medallion.

dep214

i have a john deere safe made by liberty. it is fire proof for 1200 degrees for some period of time. weighs 550 lbs and very nice. this will cost you about $1200 plus a delivery fee.much better than browning and doors made better. i was looking at a browning before buying this one.

roman

I recently checked into some and I like the Cannon safes.
* The steel was thicker
* The door had more lugs
* Hinges are on the INSIDE

Now get this one

** The other brands Fire Proofing insulation starts at the bottom of the safe and stops a foot from the top.
OK, I have been a firefighter for 18 years but I bet you know where the safe will be the hottest in a structure fire.