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implode · 06-17-2008, 11:42 AM

and I have yet to pick out a safe. I looked at a few at Bass Pro today just to get an idea of what type of safe I may want, but nothing said buy me. I don't want anything big. Just big enough for the XD and magazines,, but easily accessible. Anyone have any suggestions?

code33 · 06-17-2008, 11:49 AM

You may want to get something with room to grow.

Do you want fire protection or just security? Stack-on seems to be a good value.

implode · 06-17-2008, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by code33

You may want to get something with room to grow.

Do you want fire protection or just security? Stack-on seems to be a good value.

I don't think I want anything that big. At most maybe big enough for 2 handguns and just for security. Later down the road when I get my bigger toys I'll get something bigger. But right now I just want something to keep the little one from getting his hands on it.

BuckRivet · 06-17-2008, 12:02 PM

i saw some low priced small ones in the Cheaper than Dirt catalog.

CTD Search Results: safe

**jtaliani** · 06-17-2008, 12:06 PM

Gander Mountain has a pretty nice digital/key one gun lock box for around $60. The door is spring loaded so it really flies open. This is a big plus in a home defense situation.

**jtaliani** · 06-17-2008, 12:06 PM

Forgot to add that eBay has some decent buys on small safes/lock boxes.

Bill in San Jose · 06-17-2008, 01:23 PM

Cabelas sells these single gun for $30, which double for use when transporting.

Ken_XDm40 · 06-18-2008, 12:26 AM

I just bought one of these Stack-On lockboxes for $60.00 (Model # QAS-1304).

Low Profile Quick Access Safe with Electronic Lock

FEATURES:

Slim line Personal Safe with a removable mounting plate.
Solid steel, pry resistant steel door with an extra thick, steel locking plate provides added security.
Electronic lock can easily be programmed by the user with a “Safety Key” override. Beeps can be turned on and off.
Safe has pre-drilled holes for mounting to the floor or a shelf with the locking plate. Holes have also been included in the top for mounting under the bed or in a locker. Fastening hardware is included.
Mounting plate can be affixed to a location and the safe can be secured to the mounting plate or removed by accessing a bolt inside the safe. Can be mounted in the trunk of a car and then moved to a different location in the house or pistol range.

Dimensions:
9-7/8"W x 13"D x 4-1/4"H
(26cm x 42cm x 9cm)

Internal Body Size
(not including door):
9-25/32"W x 11-7/8"D x 3-27/32"H
24.84cm x 30.16cm x 9.76cm)

Foo_909 · 06-18-2008, 02:02 AM

I've been very happy with my Sentry electronic fire safe I got form Wal-Mart for $160 I believe. 1.2 cubic feet. weighs about 100lbs give or take a few.

Supposed to keep the internal temperature below 350*F for an hour or two in any fire. Water resistant seal, safe for media as well.

I have my XD, 400rnds, some documents, thumb drive, credit cards, checks and a lot of space for more things left in it.

EDIT:

Here's a link Walmart.com: Sentry Fire- and Water-Resistant 1.2 cu. ft. Electronic Safe: Hunting

Perfect size for a closet, I've had no problems out of mine what so ever. And you don't have to worry about paying shipping!

mongoose33 · 06-18-2008, 04:47 AM

I bought this one from the Wal-Mart online site last month:

DAC SportSafe Portable Gun Safe Reviews - Walmart.com

It's $62.98; if you have it shipped to your local store there's no shipping charge.

It has both an electronic combination (4 buttons times 6 presses) and keyed entry. It's large enough for my XD-9mm Service, a couple boxes of ammo, a few mags, an XD holster.

You mount a plate to whatever surface you want to mount it to, then using studs that stick up though the bottom of the safe, affix the safe to the mounted plate. You can get multiple plates, such as one for your trunk, your home, etc. so you can move the safe between them.

I wanted a safe that would offer me very quick access. It takes me about a second and a half to enter the combination, the door pops open, and I have access to my gun.

I looked at a lot of safes before I bought this one. Others have described it as worth 3x the price, and I don't know about that, but it clearly was the best value, by far, that I could find.

I'd buy another in a second. In fact, I might just get a second one.

06-17-2008, 11:42 AM	#1
implode XDTalk Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 31	So, I'm picking up my new XD tonight and I have yet to pick out a safe. I looked at a few at Bass Pro today just to get an idea of what type of safe I may want, but nothing said buy me. I don't want anything big. Just big enough for the XD and magazines,, but easily accessible. Anyone have any suggestions?

06-17-2008, 12:06 PM	#5
jtaliani XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 267	Gander Mountain has a pretty nice digital/key one gun lock box for around $60. The door is spring loaded so it really flies open. This is a big plus in a home defense situation. __________________ http://mp-pistol.com/boards/ Nug is Gun spelled backwards.

06-17-2008, 12:06 PM	#6
jtaliani XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 267	Forgot to add that eBay has some decent buys on small safes/lock boxes. __________________ http://mp-pistol.com/boards/ Nug is Gun spelled backwards.

06-17-2008, 01:23 PM	#7
Bill in San Jose XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,276	Cabelas sells these single gun for $30, which double for use when transporting. __________________ A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks. - Thomas Jefferson, in a letter to his nephew

06-18-2008, 12:26 AM	#8
Ken_XDm40 XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 95	I just bought one of these Stack-On lockboxes for $60.00 (Model # QAS-1304). Low Profile Quick Access Safe with Electronic Lock FEATURES: Slim line Personal Safe with a removable mounting plate. Solid steel, pry resistant steel door with an extra thick, steel locking plate provides added security. Electronic lock can easily be programmed by the user with a “Safety Key” override. Beeps can be turned on and off. Safe has pre-drilled holes for mounting to the floor or a shelf with the locking plate. Holes have also been included in the top for mounting under the bed or in a locker. Fastening hardware is included. Mounting plate can be affixed to a location and the safe can be secured to the mounting plate or removed by accessing a bolt inside the safe. Can be mounted in the trunk of a car and then moved to a different location in the house or pistol range. Dimensions: 9-7/8"W x 13"D x 4-1/4"H (26cm x 42cm x 9cm) Internal Body Size (not including door): 9-25/32"W x 11-7/8"D x 3-27/32"H 24.84cm x 30.16cm x 9.76cm) __________________ Grass Roots North Carolina Life Member Springfield Armory XD(M) .40 Charles Daly Field Tactical 12-gauge pump Ruger 10/22

06-17-2008, 11:49 AM	#2
code33 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: SF, CA Bay Posts: 114	You may want to get something with room to grow. Do you want fire protection or just security? Stack-on seems to be a good value.

06-17-2008, 12:02 PM	#4
BuckRivet XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 39	i saw some low priced small ones in the Cheaper than Dirt catalog. CTD Search Results: safe

06-18-2008, 02:02 AM	#9
Foo_909 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Ashland,KY Posts: 16	I've been very happy with my Sentry electronic fire safe I got form Wal-Mart for $160 I believe. 1.2 cubic feet. weighs about 100lbs give or take a few. Supposed to keep the internal temperature below 350F for an hour or two in any fire. Water resistant seal, safe for media as well. I have my XD, 400rnds, some documents, thumb drive, credit cards, checks and a lot of space for more things left in it. EDIT: Here's a link Walmart.com: Sentry Fire- and Water-Resistant 1.2 cu. ft. Electronic Safe: Hunting Perfect size for a closet, I've had no problems out of mine what so ever. And you don't have to worry about paying shipping! Last edited by Foo_909 : 06-18-2008 at 02:09 AM.*

06-18-2008, 04:47 AM	#10
mongoose33 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 475	I bought this one from the Wal-Mart online site last month: DAC SportSafe Portable Gun Safe Reviews - Walmart.com It's $62.98; if you have it shipped to your local store there's no shipping charge. It has both an electronic combination (4 buttons times 6 presses) and keyed entry. It's large enough for my XD-9mm Service, a couple boxes of ammo, a few mags, an XD holster. You mount a plate to whatever surface you want to mount it to, then using studs that stick up though the bottom of the safe, affix the safe to the mounted plate. You can get multiple plates, such as one for your trunk, your home, etc. so you can move the safe between them. I wanted a safe that would offer me very quick access. It takes me about a second and a half to enter the combination, the door pops open, and I have access to my gun. I looked at a lot of safes before I bought this one. Others have described it as worth 3x the price, and I don't know about that, but it clearly was the best value, by far, that I could find. I'd buy another in a second. In fact, I might just get a second one. __________________ . Guns don't kill people--drivers on cell phones kill people. Occam's Razor: If it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it's a duck. XD Service 9mm PRP Match Target trigger upgrade w/ Overtravel Stop M4 w/ CMMG Upper

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