Opinions on safe
hookedoncoins
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OK... I finally have some money set aside to get a nice safe. I have been looking at a few models, and right now I am leaning on this one... what is your opinion on it. How do you think it ranks regarding ease of getting into and fire-resistance?
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-Jarrett Roberts
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I like it! I have it's little brother. The way it's filling up, I wish I'd bought the one you're looking at.
Russ, NCNE
-Jarrett Roberts
-Jarrett Roberts
I don't think electronic locks have any impact. Probably the same level of entry difficulty as the tumbler. Thing about the electronic lock that is better, though, is that it has four numbers instead of three, and you can change the combination. Can't on the tumbler.
The insurance is for loss due to fire, but only if that loss occurs within the rated time frame maximum.
Russ, NCNE
A word to the wise - get plenty of silica gel canisters.
This safe does retain moisture.
-Jarrett Roberts
My only problem with these smaller safes , is they can be carried off , or moved with a light dolly. If they're bolted down , could be removed with a crowbar. Maybe I'm just paranoid , but I like the larger gun safes. As long as you're not looking for a fancy paint job , etc. , they can be had for around $ 1.25 per pound of weight . Storage space is much greater , and the peace of mind is really worth it. Plus , you can store long guns in it !!
Howie
<< <i>If they're bolted down , could be removed with a crowbar. >>
Not mine unless the slimeball is strong enough to rip up the entire sub-flooring while he's at it. I didn't use the wimpy bolts that came with it, but instead used toggles that go all the way through and anchor underneath.
EDIT: He'd also have to first find it. It's well disguised; you can walk by it all day long and not know what it is. Oh, and he'd have to do all that within 15 seconds before the alarm goes off - including a 115dB siren.
Russ, NCNE
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Also... how do they install those bigger safes if they are so heavy?
-Jarrett Roberts
Take this advice - figure out the size you think you need, and then go up a size. You can be assured you will run out of room much faster than you thought. A little extra dough now solves lots of problems later.
Hookedoncoins : When you buy a large gunsafe , locally , it will usually include delivery and set-up . Those guys have the equipment to deliver and put the safe where you want it. Just be sure of the location , because you won't be moving it by yourself later !!
Howie
He'd also have to first find it. It's well disguised; you can walk by it all day long and not know what it is. Oh, and he'd have to do all that within 15 seconds before the alarm goes off - including a 115dB siren.
my slimeball would have to walk in and try to walk out with my coin boxes without tripping over all the clothes on the floor. the dog might be licking him too.
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That might be good for paper, but probably bad for coins. That's why you need to keep the silica gel fresh, since the interior atmosphere of the safe is going to be somewhat damp due to the insulation.
New collectors, please educate yourself before spending money on coins; there are people who believe that using numismatic knowledge to rip the naïve is what this hobby is all about.
I went for the large 500 pound gun safe, installed on the second floor of my house by myself and 3 neighbors. It was not that difficult, much easier than I thought it would be.
It is filling fast. It is amazing how much stuff you decide to lock up once you get a safe place to do so.
My safe has tumbler, with 4 number combination, plus key lock to prevent moving the dial.
John
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Hi
Please don't ask me why I posted this. I thought this would somehow relate to your quest for a safe.
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