[jjfuller1]

Originally Posted by MCarter788

Yea I am thinking about getting the small safes that have the four key code access and the flip down door. Do you think that is enough security? Those four key codes seem like they might be easy to figure out. Do any of you use those kind of safes?

i have one, when it works. its great. unfortunately mine eats batteries way to fast. i suggest finding one that plugs in.

[winds-of-change]

Originally Posted by jjfuller1

i have one, when it works. its great. unfortunately mine eats batteries way to fast. i suggest finding one that plugs in.

I disagree. In a power outage you are sol. Mine is battery operated with a key as back up. I have had it two years and I have replaced the batteries once just because I felt I should. And truthfully, I'm not even sure about a key backup because the kids can find the key, too. My safe was given to me by a friend who wasn't using it anymore. The key is in a lock box at the bank so I don't lose it.

That's just my opinion, though.

[jjfuller1]

Originally Posted by winds-of-change

I disagree. In a power outage you are sol. Mine is battery operated with a key as back up. I have had it two years and I have replaced the batteries once just because I felt I should. And truthfully, I'm not even sure about a key backup because the kids can find the key, too. My safe was given to me by a friend who wasn't using it anymore. The key is in a lock box at the bank so I don't lose it.

That's just my opinion, though.

lucky you... ive had mine since march and have changed the batteries 4 times!.. but it does work good when it's not dead... i would prefer plugged in with a battery back up.

[Vikingdad]

Mine has an accessory power cord that lugs into the wall, the battery acts as a back-up. The only improvement on this I would like would be to have a rechargeable battery that would power it for up to several weeks in the event of a power outage and also automatically recharge when the power comes back on. That system would be ideal.

[FAS1]

Originally Posted by MCarter788

Can you post up a link to what kind of box you have? And do you carry one in your vehicle that isn't on you?

FAS1 Safe Video Clip

FAS1 Safe Video Clip

www.fas1safe.com



While it's size is not ideal for a vehicle, it's strength (7ga steel) is something to consider. I could mount horizontally under the rear seat, but could not access from the drivers seat. I use only when I can't carry in somewhere or on long drives. I NEVER store a firearm in my vehicle.