Kyle Hunt
Purchasing your first gun safe is an important investment to make in order to protect your firearms. There are a few things to consider when purchasing your first gun safe in order to protect yourself from a robbery or any other unwanted visits with your firearms as well as customizing the gun safe to your wants and needs.
A common mistake when purchasing a gun safe for the first time is purchasing one that is not the right size. Consider the number of firearms you currently own but also think about the possibility of adding to your collection. The price of your safe will depend on which features you add as well as the size of the safe. A good rule of thumb is to find out which size would suit your needs now and then go up one size to accommodate any future additions.
he thickness of the steel will also determine the cost of your first gun safe. Steel thickness also factors into safety. The thicker the steel, the more secure your gun safe will be. Ten-gauge steel is the thinnest that should be used for your home gun safe.
Again, cost comes into play when considering the fire protection level of your gun safe. The higher the protection you choose, the more you will invest. A burning house can reach temperature of 1,300 degrees Fahrenheit. Measuring the temperature in the interior of the gun safe as it is exposed to high temperature creates a gun safe fire rating. If the interior of the safe and its contents can survive the high temperatures, the fire rating will be sufficient.
The locking mechanisms are some of the most important features of the gun safe. How the safe can be locked and unlocked seems like a given, but it is something to consider. You can choose between an electronic lock and a mechanical spin dial lock. A spin dial lock is the simple tried and true locking mechanism, but takes more time to unlock. The electronic locking mechanism is quicker to open, but the price will increase for this type of gun safe locking mechanism.
Certain gun safe companies will allow you to completely customize the look and features of your gun safe. You will have the option of choosing between different shelf configurations, interior colors, the exterior finish, and even the handle color. Prices will vary between different customization options.
We at Fort Knox are proud of the fact that we are America's Best. From raw steel to the last coat of paint, we use only the best American made products. Whether you peruse our site, visit our showroom or one of our many dealers nationwide, you'll see why such people as Matt Hughes, Steve Autstin and Bill Engvall prefer Fort Knox over all other brands.
