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Posted: 9/4/2013 11:00:34 AM EDT
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Check out sturdy safe and amsec (American security) they seem to be the favorites around here and believe they both make just vault doors - know sturdy does, 90%sure... Not sure they will hit the $1k mark though, suppose it depends on size and features.
Another option, if its framed for a 3/0x6/8 regular door is to buy a residential fire rated door and put in multiple deadbolts, mid, low and high...not as good as a vault door but still a ton of security but much cheaper... |
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Posted: 9/4/2013 2:35:01 PM EDT
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I did the same and made mine 13x13 and love it but wish it was bigger. My door is made by liberty and I doubt the average piece of shit will get in. The price range is not close with one of the big brand companies. A few no name companies will sale them not painted which will save some money. Just remember that he has one foot in the vault and now he needs to step on in. Don't be cheap and cut corners on something this important. If he would price out guns, jewelry, pictures, important papers im sure that stuff would cost more than a vault door.
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Posted: 9/4/2013 5:27:10 PM EDT
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There's not going to be much in the $1,000 range that is worth messing with. If they have already spec'd a regular door opening, I would spend that $1,000 on a high quality, commercial, steel man door.
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Posted: 9/4/2013 10:21:13 PM EDT
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There's not going to be much in the $1,000 range that is worth messing with. If they have already spec'd a regular door opening, I would spend that $1,000 on a high quality, commercial, steel man door. Something like this? Maybe use the leftover cash for some really nice deadbolt (Medeco or similar)? http://www.homedepot.com/p/L-I-F-Industries-36-in-x-80-in-Flush-Gray-Entrance-Right-Hand-Fire-Proof-Door-Unit-with-Welded-Frame-UWE3680R/202510501#specifications |
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Posted: 9/5/2013 5:41:29 AM EDT
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You're on the right track, but that door still seems a bit light.
I would find a real commercial door dealer in your area. They have access to all sorts of doors that most people don't even know exist. Try to find something made for a storm shelter (impact resistant), or jail use (more robust). |
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Posted: 9/6/2013 10:11:18 AM EDT
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Salvage yards and building material recyclers in his area may be another option.
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Posted: 9/6/2013 5:56:59 PM EDT
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Craigslist. I've seen several used vault doors going for $600-$800.
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Posted: 9/6/2013 6:00:56 PM EDT
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Probably more than $1k but they make great products.
http://www.graffundersafes.com/products/vault.html |
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Posted: 9/9/2013 5:52:06 PM EDT
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Try to find my post on commercial doors. I believe you will find it helpful.
If you have any questions feel free to ask me. I am a commercial door guy. |
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