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12/30/2013 8:37:52 AM EDT
Hi all,

Like many here I am in search of an affordable RSC. My criteria?

1) ~$2000
2) 72x40x28
3) 1 hour fire rating
4) External hinges.....maybe internal if everything else looks good
5) Ability to bolt down 4 corners
6) I like the electronic direct drive lock
7) Fully welded cabinet

I realize I am asking for alot but I have found some of these features on products for less, but am willing to spend more for most of these.

I really liked the Winchesters but then I found out that they are stitch welded. Is this a make or break deal for most of you?

Thanks in advance for all advice given
12/30/2013 10:20:38 AM EDT
[#1]
It's going to be hard to find a safe that is American made in that size and with outside hinges for $2000.
I would much prefer that the top of my safe not be stiched welded.
12/31/2013 8:23:33 AM EDT
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Hi all,

Like many here I am in search of an affordable RSC. My criteria?

1) ~$2000
2) 72x40x28
3) 1 hour fire rating
4) External hinges.....maybe internal if everything else looks good
5) Ability to bolt down 4 corners
6) I like the electronic direct drive lock
7) Fully welded cabinet

I realize I am asking for alot but I have found some of these features on products for less, but am willing to spend more for most of these.

I really liked the Winchesters but then I found out that they are stitch welded. Is this a make or break deal for most of you?

Thanks in advance for all advice given
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You are asking for more than is possible. The average is somewhere around a 12 gauge 58x30x25. Smaller or more money, your choice.

I went with an 11 gauge Liberty Lincoln at $2500. If I had it all to do over again, I would get a Browning for the same price or upgrade to an AMSEC. My next safe will be a small closet sized AMSEC.
12/31/2013 8:55:53 AM EDT
[#3]
thanks for the replies....keep em coming.

Platte....what reasons would you have to switch to a Browning or the Amsec from the Liberty? I have looked at the Franklin 25 or the Timber Ridge 64. They meet most of the criteria and seem to be well made. Has anybody heard of specifis issues?

Thanks
12/31/2013 9:54:31 AM EDT
[#4]

You're about $1,500 shy of a good safe in that size.


I have one of these:




and one of these:




The smaller one is close to your budget.


I really like both of mine.


12/31/2013 12:57:43 PM EDT
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thanks for the replies....keep em coming.

Platte....what reasons would you have to switch to a Browning or the Amsec from the Liberty? I have looked at the Franklin 25 or the Timber Ridge 64. They meet most of the criteria and seem to be well made. Has anybody heard of specifis issues?

Thanks
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I like the Browning interior better than any other safe, and the security level is the same as the Liberty. Browning also has external hinges. Amsec is better for both security and fire protection. Recently, they added a model that fits in a space that I have that is hidden from visitors, invited or not. I think that is the way I will go, but its a small safe, 24 wide and 21 deep.
12/31/2013 5:16:25 PM EDT
[#6]
Any feedback on a AMSEC FV7240E5 Wide Body Gun Safe. I've found it for under $2100 delivered. How does this compare to a cannon 7240DLX for half the price? half the quality?
1/1/2014 5:05:49 PM EDT
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I like the Browning interior better than any other safe, and the security level is the same as the Liberty. Browning also has external hinges. Amsec is better for both security and fire protection. Recently, they added a model that fits in a space that I have that is hidden from visitors, invited or not. I think that is the way I will go, but its a small safe, 24 wide and 21 deep.
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thanks for the replies....keep em coming.

Platte....what reasons would you have to switch to a Browning or the Amsec from the Liberty? I have looked at the Franklin 25 or the Timber Ridge 64. They meet most of the criteria and seem to be well made. Has anybody heard of specifis issues?

Thanks


I like the Browning interior better than any other safe, and the security level is the same as the Liberty. Browning also has external hinges. Amsec is better for both security and fire protection. Recently, they added a model that fits in a space that I have that is hidden from visitors, invited or not. I think that is the way I will go, but its a small safe, 24 wide and 21 deep.


Browning Pro Steele?
1/2/2014 3:26:54 PM EDT
[#8]
Have you looked at the Browning Silver?  Great safe for approx $2100.
1/3/2014 4:29:00 PM EDT
[#9]
I really like the Browning product but in the size I need it is too expensive.
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