User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:09:06 PM EST
One of those biometric things that will read your fingerprints, or a punch code, that holds a pistol on your nightstand?
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:10:42 PM EST
[#1]
The only one that I have seen in person is made by Fort Knox, which is a Symplex safe. However, if you Google it, those can be easily defeated by screwdriver. If you're just looking for one to keep children out any Symplex type lock would work fine. I'm not familiar with the biometric ones.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:13:26 PM EST
[Last Edit: kc-coyote]
[#2]
https://gunvault.com/
Have had one by my bedside for over a decade. Never had an issue.  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:18:30 PM EST
[#3]
No bedside gun should go in a safe.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:18:51 PM EST
[Last Edit: StaccatoC2]
[#4]
This one rated well by bosnian bill years ago. I dont know if its still the same one thou. The old one was labeled amazon.
He could not pick the lock, and could not get in to the reset button when it was closed. But it does need to be bolted down. click here  (1534) Review: Amazon Basics Quick Access Safe (PS75EF) |
|
|
|
PA, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:22:01 PM EST
[#5]
have had a couple, one bio and one code, the code in the dark didn't seem fast enough because didn't want to take the time to turn on light and the bio only worked 80% of the time. don't have kids so now all i have to do is open night stand drawer and I'm good to go, same on wife side of the bed. if ya find a good one ill buy 2
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:38:10 PM EST
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kcolg30: The only one that I have seen in person is made by Fort Knox, which is a Symplex safe. However, if you Google it, those can be easily defeated by screwdriver. If you're just looking for one to keep children out any Symplex type lock would work fine. I'm not familiar with the biometric ones. Just to keep kids out. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:42:32 PM EST
[#7]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:43:44 PM EST
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Low_Country: Just to keep kids out. Simplex to keep the kids out and you should be able to use it in the dark quickly. Yes you can break in easily, albeit destructively, but that's probably a tradeoff for anything beside and quick access. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:48:32 PM EST
[#9]
|
|
|
|
MN, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:52:43 PM EST
[#10]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AlexAdams43: No bedside gun should go in a safe. I believe we call the a "table" or "nightstand" where I am from. Safe is where you store it when its not needed or around those that are not of age/prepared. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:53:18 PM EST
[#11]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:56:32 PM EST
[#12]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AlexAdams43: No bedside gun should go in a safe. Got to agree with this. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:57:03 PM EST
[Last Edit: ACDer]
[#13]
|
|
|
|
GA, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:57:42 PM EST
[#14]
I prefer simplex mechanical locks, thus Ft. Knox and V-Line strongboxes.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:57:54 PM EST
[Last Edit: R2point0]
[#15]
I've heard good things about Fas1. Not cheap, but very heavily built. Simplex lock.
ETA beat by 51 seconds! |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 8:59:19 PM EST
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Low_Country: Just to keep kids out. When my kids were small I used to keep a FAL by the bed with a full mag and an empty chamber, since I knew by the time they had the strength to pick it up and charge it, they would know better. And as anyone knows the sound of a FAL clacking shut in the dark will stop the heart of the most hardened intruder. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:10:40 PM EST
[#17]
I literally just got this one for free. Pretty basic but its sole purpose is to keep toddlers honest, which it will be fine for. Has an interior light that’s kicks on when the safe opens. Key or code access. Runs off (4) AAA or AC charger (doesn’t come with one, but is wired up for it).
 Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:12:13 PM EST
[#18]
I have the Hornady bedside one that looks like an alarm clock, it's been going strong a couple of years. Some of their other rapid safes are pretty junky though.
|
|
|
|
FL, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:18:45 PM EST
[#19]
I have a stop box in the book camouflage that I got during a BOGO (wife and I needed one for our EDCs). It's a great nightstand storage option with quick access.
Link below, my specific model looks to be discontinued and I wouldn't pay 129 for just one, I paid $99 for two, but sharing as a reference https://stopboxusa.com/products/limited-edition-stopbox?_pos=1&_sid=06c290fb6&_ss=r&variant=40791564910640 |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:21:24 PM EST
[#20]
I like my V-Line. It's well built and there are no batteries to go dead.
https://vlineind.com/product-category/home-security/ |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:21:58 PM EST
[#21]
These are my nightstand safes. One on each side.
|
|
|
|
MI, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:27:29 PM EST
[#22]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DarkLordVader: When my kids were small I used to keep a FAL by the bed with a full mag and an empty chamber, since I knew by the time they had the strength to pick it up and charge it, they would know better. And as anyone knows the sound of a FAL clacking shut in the dark will stop the heart of the most hardened intruder. Noice. I do love the FAL. Hearing protection would be a must. When I opened this thread, I half-expected people to say they have their bedside gat next to their claymore clackers. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:35:49 PM EST
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kc-coyote: https://gunvault.com/ Have had one by my bedside for over a decade. Never had an issue. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/26697/Screenshot_2023-11-20_171354_png-3034467.JPG |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:40:00 PM EST
[Last Edit: RoccoOnFire]
[#24]
I have a Fort Knox, I'd just as easily go with any simplex box from American Security(AmSec), FAS1, V-Line, etc. I just picked the one that would fit and open properly in the place I wanted to put it. I don't really think you can go wrong with any of those.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:40:35 PM EST
[Last Edit: BloodRaven]
[#25]
My bedside table has a hidden drawer in it. If you don't know it's there, you won't see it. It doesn't lock or anything, but not knowing it's there serves a decent purpose. Also, it's very easy to open quickly and be armed if needed. But I also have my shotgun hidden in my room that I can access very quickly.
ETA: I don't have kids so no worries there. I do have 2 young nephews, but they're rarely here. And when they are, they're only interested in my PS5 or my computer. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:43:54 PM EST
[#26]
  
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:45:59 PM EST
[#27]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kcolg30: The only one that I have seen in person is made by Fort Knox, which is a Symplex safe. However, if you Google it, those can be easily defeated by screwdriver. If you're just looking for one to keep children out any Symplex type lock would work fine. I'm not familiar with the biometric ones. It wasn't that easy, and I believe also involved a hammer, but they have since added a backplate to defend against that attack. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:47:45 PM EST
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scuba_steve: https://i.imgur.com/yc8MvKs.jpg https://i.imgur.com/7G0f3Il.jpg https://i.imgur.com/1FQ4Eds.jpg That's the model I have, too. I'm very happy with it. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:48:56 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AlexAdams43: No bedside gun should go in a safe. Really? You know everyone's situation, do you? How about giving it a rest and not sliding OP's thread? Thanks. |
|
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:50:34 PM EST
[#30]
Vline
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:54:10 PM EST
[Last Edit: scuba_steve]
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RoccoOnFire: That's the model I have, too. I'm very happy with it. That one is in my office, situated vertically next to my desk. I have a V-line with a swing open top in the master, like this. Both are very solid, as was FAS1, with a similar design |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 9:55:12 PM EST
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FBATFE: After the kids got mobile I bought this one. I’ve been happy with it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/389528/IMG_5425_png-3034497.JPG Same one I have. Very pleased. Note, I always use the code and not the finger print thingy. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:03:24 PM EST
[#33]
Hornady rapid safe is the best.
Looks like a clock (albeit pretty big and metal) and has RFID access. I keep a tag on my phone and I just have to tap the phone to the safe to open it. Also has a backup keypad. Very fast and easy to access and not too gun safe-y. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:05:46 PM EST
[#34]
Quote HistoryYup. Used to post here. Currently fighting cancer. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:08:49 PM EST
[#35]
I’ve got a v line brute and trust it. Had one of those electric finger print and app access jobs and it shit the bed several times until it would not longer open an then I had to cut it open with my grinder to get my revolver free.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:12:37 PM EST
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scuba_steve: https://i.imgur.com/yc8MvKs.jpg https://i.imgur.com/7G0f3Il.jpg https://i.imgur.com/1FQ4Eds.jpg I picked up a Ft. Knox after having a Gunvault. No more electronic ones for me. |
|
|
|
IN, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:15:08 PM EST
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jaqufrost: I use this. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jaqufrost: Originally Posted By kc-coyote: https://gunvault.com/ Have had one by my bedside for over a decade. Never had an issue. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/26697/Screenshot_2023-11-20_171354_png-3034467.JPG Same. Over a decade. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:37:38 PM EST
[#38]
Have you thought about a bedside table that has electronic or mechanical locks where the gun is hidden?
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:50:20 PM EST
[Last Edit: grambosc]
[#39]
I've had this one under the bed for over 9 years now.
It's an optical fingerprint safe, with good recognition and a set of motorized deadbolts, rather than a cheap spring latch and solenoid. I've never had an issue opening it quickly. I keep a key for the bigger safe inside for quick access as well. I put freshly charged Eneloop batteries in it when I change the smoke detector ones.  Attached File |
|
|
|
AR, USA
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:51:35 PM EST
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Low_Country: Just to keep kids out. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Low_Country: Originally Posted By kcolg30: The only one that I have seen in person is made by Fort Knox, which is a Symplex safe. However, if you Google it, those can be easily defeated by screwdriver. If you're just looking for one to keep children out any Symplex type lock would work fine. I'm not familiar with the biometric ones. Just to keep kids out. https://stopboxusa.com/ |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 10:52:25 PM EST
[Last Edit: FS7]
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR_Shorty: Vaultek VT Series I have a Vaultek, and I expect nothing of it other than to keep the kids out. I can have my P90 out in seconds, and I'm not worried about the kids getting into it. A realistic expectation for a nightstand gun case is just to keep out children or, for some reason, wayward but otherwise normal adults. Sure, you can carry almost any of them with you and pop it open with a screwdriver, cut it open with a wheel, whatever. But you keep a gun there for a reason - outside intruders. When none are present, you want to keep it away from people other than yourself. That's it. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2023 11:49:48 PM EST
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scuba_steve: Both are very solid, as was FAS1, with a similar design and owned by a member here, but I believe he shut down. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 12:37:30 AM EST
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BuckeyeRifleman: Same one I have. Very pleased. Note, I always use the code and not the finger print thingy. The code works well but I’ve also been very pleased with the finger print reader. 1st 3 fingers on either hand will open it immediately. |
|
|
|
GA, USA
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 1:12:25 AM EST
[#44]
https://vaulteksafe.com/products/vaultek-view-all-lifepod-series/lifepod/
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 1:27:14 AM EST
[#45]
Quote HistoryThis. Anyone saying you don't need a bedside safe clearly doesn't ever have children in their homes. You can leave it open at night if you wish, stage it so you only have to turn the lever, or leave it totally locked up. If it left totally open, the pistol is staged perfectly to grab it safely and quickly. I'd argue it's more effective AND safer that way compared to leaving a loaded pistol on the nightstand. |
|
|
|
PA, USA
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 1:40:29 AM EST
[#46]
Handgun:
 https://www.secureitgunstorage.com/product/hg2-handgun-safe/ Its good for a full size pistol with a WML and a reload or two. Long gun:  https://www.secureitgunstorage.com/product/fast-box-model-47/ The long gun has a shorter version that fits just an AR but I like the longer version to store my CCW and keep a couple spare mags secure. I added red LED motion activated lighting to the top of mine to give just enough light to access things without wrecking night vision. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 5:52:50 AM EST
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By R2point0: Almost, but was rescued by a family friend and back in production. Oh, that's great to hear. Post updated. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 10:07:07 AM EST
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scuba_steve: Really? You know everyone's situation, do you? How about giving it a rest and not sliding OP's thread? Thanks. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scuba_steve: Originally Posted By AlexAdams43: No bedside gun should go in a safe. Really? You know everyone's situation, do you? How about giving it a rest and not sliding OP's thread? Thanks. Yes. I know the situation where you would need quick access to a gun while sleeping. If someone is in your room, you don't have 20 seconds to unfuck your safe. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 11:16:04 AM EST
[Last Edit: scuba_steve]
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AlexAdams43: Yes. I know the situation where you would need quick access to a gun while sleeping. If someone is in your room, you don't have 20 seconds to unfuck your safe. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AlexAdams43: Originally Posted By scuba_steve: Originally Posted By AlexAdams43: No bedside gun should go in a safe. Really? You know everyone's situation, do you? How about giving it a rest and not sliding OP's thread? Thanks. Yes. I know the situation where you would need quick access to a gun while sleeping. If someone is in your room, you don't have 20 seconds to unfuck your safe. 1) if they're standing in your bedroom when you wake up, you're already fucked 2) you can leave a pistol box unlocked, and the lid even swung open, when you're asleep 3) even if you leave it locked, it doesn't take 20 seconds to unlock any one of these 4) if you believe your life will literally hinge on having an extra 5 seconds, you should probably be getting a monitored alarm system and external cameras that alert you before someone even gets into your house, let alone your bedroom But whether you agree with those points or not, it's inappropriate to assume your situation and priorities apply to everyone else, and very inappropriate to disparage a father with children who's trying to do something to keep them safe. So again, let's both stop sliding this thread and let it get back on topic. And I won't say that again. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/21/2023 2:44:07 PM EST
[Last Edit: scuba_steve]
[#50]
[Deleted]
|
|
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2023 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
Attached File
