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Matt`G · 06-27-2005, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

I leave mine at home when I go those places. If the gun is locked up it might as well not be there.

My university is in the city with the highest crime rate in the county... so I would like to be able to carry when I am out and about in the area around my school. About once a year it seems someone gets murdered at the gas station just a stones throw down the road from my school. So, while it will be locked up while in class, I'd still like to have it with me when I'm not on campus.

skygun9, do you access the trunk safe via folding down back seat, or the normal trunk lid? I was thinking that facing a safe towards the back seat might be a better way of doing it, as I won't be as 'in the open' when transferring my XD to and from the safe. Any thoughts on that?

mcone · 06-27-2005, 10:16 AM

I recommend a Gun Vault. http://www.gunvault.com/

The reasons I use a Gun Vault:

1 - It allows quick access without a key using a keypad.
2 - A discharge will not penetrate the heavy metal walls.
3 - It's very tough to open for thieves.
4 - You can bolt it to the floor. (You don't have too.)
5 - There's enough room inside to put one XD40 with holster and at least two magizines including magazine holsters.

Also, I strongly recommend against leaving your firearm at home just because you may eventually walk into a a gun-free zone. I take mine everywhere. When I come to a gun-free zone (which is often) the firearm and ammo go in the Gun Vault until I'm back in the truck. Then I'm immediately re-armed.

- Mike

retired · 06-27-2005, 07:09 PM

mcone, what's the price? The site doesn't have that info. It says, "coming soon." when going to the online store or "purchase" page. I saw one at a recent gun show, but I have forgotten the price. I know it's over $100. Thanks.

mcone · 06-28-2005, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by retired

mcone, what's the price? The site doesn't have that info. It says, "coming soon." when going to the online store or "purchase" page. I saw one at a recent gun show, but I have forgotten the price. I know it's over $100. Thanks.

The basic model can be purchased for $91 here:
http://www.wholesalehunter.com/produ...t/gunvault.htm
Total: $91 after shipping.

http://www.safetysafeguards.com/site.../product/33018
ADG Sports Secure Vault™ Electronic Top Load Pistol Safe
Total: $84 after shipping
Company web site: http://www.adgsports.com/SecureVault.html
This vault is larger in width and depth, but is only 3.5" in height. The fact that the lid pops up is good for me. I may try one to compare it to the GunVault.

The ownership of GunVault has changed hands, and so it is necessary to call the 800 number on their web site. Sometimes you have to leave a message, but they have always called back on the same day I left a message. 800 222-1055

reesegr · 06-28-2005, 11:50 AM

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mcone, what's the price?

There are two models...the GV1000 and GV2000...the 2000 being bigger. If you have a Sportsmans Warehouse near you...go there! I saw a GV1000 for like $69.99. Better to pick something like this up at a local shop cuz the shipping will probably be at least double any tax that you'll pay at the local shop.

reesegr · 06-28-2005, 11:52 AM

Also check this safe out! its more expesive but i like how it has a hydrolic opening system (opens on its own after code is entered). Its more expensive but I saw it at my local shop for 149.00

here's the link:
http://www.safetysafeguards.com/site...eferrer=google

mcone · 06-28-2005, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reesegr

Also check this safe out! its more expesive but i like how it has a hydrolic opening system (opens on its own after code is entered). Its more expensive but I saw it at my local shop for 149.00

here's the link:
http://www.safetysafeguards.com/site...eferrer=google

Yes - That's very nice. The pistol is presented to you rather than digging for it in the GunVault. I thought that the S&W unit was much more than listed at this web site.

reesegr · 06-28-2005, 12:11 PM

actually...on all the websites i found it more expensive (then tack on shipping!) than what i found it for at the local shop....$149.00.

skygun9 · 06-29-2005, 04:07 PM

Matt G,
My C-230 does not have the Ski pass through so I have to pull it out of my holster while seated in the car and kind of palm it or cover it till I get to the trunk. Drawing it from the holster in public is too much of a risk.

Now, your idea of a pass through to a trunk mounted safe is great, I'll have to consider that one before I buy my next car.

Good Luck & Good Shootin'

retired · 06-29-2005, 04:37 PM

It seems like everything in Ca. costs more. The more I think about it, the one at the gun show was $125 and it was the basic 1 gun model.

I have never heard of that store anywhere around me.

Thanks for all of the info.

06-28-2005, 11:52 AM	#16
reesegr XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 71	Also check this safe out! its more expesive but i like how it has a hydrolic opening system (opens on its own after code is entered). Its more expensive but I saw it at my local shop for 149.00 here's the link: http://www.safetysafeguards.com/site...eferrer=google __________________ XD .40 service - Black

06-28-2005, 12:11 PM	#18
reesegr XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 71	actually...on all the websites i found it more expensive (then tack on shipping!) than what i found it for at the local shop....$149.00. __________________ XD .40 service - Black

06-29-2005, 04:07 PM	#19
skygun9 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 295	Matt G, My C-230 does not have the Ski pass through so I have to pull it out of my holster while seated in the car and kind of palm it or cover it till I get to the trunk. Drawing it from the holster in public is too much of a risk. Now, your idea of a pass through to a trunk mounted safe is great, I'll have to consider that one before I buy my next car. Good Luck & Good Shootin' __________________ Kahr PM9 Black Stainless w/Trijicon\'s (BUG) Kimber Covert Stainless (everyday carry) Kimber Pro CDP II (second carry gun) Les Baer Thunder Ranch (match gun) Springfield XD-45acp Service (new fun gun)

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06-27-2005, 10:16 AM	#12
mcone XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 263	I recommend a Gun Vault. http://www.gunvault.com/ The reasons I use a Gun Vault: 1 - It allows quick access without a key using a keypad. 2 - A discharge will not penetrate the heavy metal walls. 3 - It's very tough to open for thieves. 4 - You can bolt it to the floor. (You don't have too.) 5 - There's enough room inside to put one XD40 with holster and at least two magizines including magazine holsters. Also, I strongly recommend against leaving your firearm at home just because you may eventually walk into a a gun-free zone. I take mine everywhere. When I come to a gun-free zone (which is often) the firearm and ammo go in the Gun Vault until I'm back in the truck. Then I'm immediately re-armed. - Mike

06-27-2005, 07:09 PM	#13
retired XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: S. Calif. Posts: 5,599	mcone, what's the price? The site doesn't have that info. It says, "coming soon." when going to the online store or "purchase" page. I saw one at a recent gun show, but I have forgotten the price. I know it's over $100. Thanks.

06-29-2005, 04:37 PM	#20
retired XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: S. Calif. Posts: 5,599	It seems like everything in Ca. costs more. The more I think about it, the one at the gun show was $125 and it was the basic 1 gun model. I have never heard of that store anywhere around me. Thanks for all of the info.