rsj223 wrote:I was thinking of getting a bigger safe and thought about getting a combo type because mine has those big old looking keys (like the one's used on jail doors) that are to big for my pocket but was told the combo one's are not the best.
brett1868 wrote:When they start using digital combo locks on gaol cell doors I'll start using them, till then I'll live with a key
rsj223 wrote:I was thinking of getting a bigger safe and thought about getting a combo type because mine has those big old looking keys (like the one's used on jail doors) that are to big for my pocket but was told the combo one's are not the best.
adam wrote:rsj223 wrote:I was thinking of getting a bigger safe and thought about getting a combo type because mine has those big old looking keys (like the one's used on jail doors) that are to big for my pocket but was told the combo one's are not the best.
When you say combo, are you talking digital or mechanical. (Or both)?
adam wrote:OK - thanks.
So it appears as though either Key or mechanical combination would be the better option.
Most seem to be preferring keys. Just wondering if there's a reason for this?
adam wrote:OK - thanks.
So it appears as though either Key or mechanical combination would be the better option.
Most seem to be preferring keys. Just wondering if there's a reason for this?
brett1868 wrote:adam wrote:OK - thanks.
So it appears as though either Key or mechanical combination would be the better option.
Most seem to be preferring keys. Just wondering if there's a reason for this?
Many of the digital type keypad style safes are easily opened, search "digital safe cracking" on youtube. One particular well known brand can be opened in under a minute. I personally think keys are faster as I can walk up insert key turn then open instead of fumbling through 7 buttons before turning the handle to open. My 3 main safes are all just key operated though I do have a cheap Lookwood safe under the bench as a temp ammo store if I need to leave the bench for lunch or deal with the wife. I don't leave anything on the bench in the open if I'm not physically present even if it's just to hit the head I still lock stuff away. The only benefit I can see in digital locks is there's no key to lose, carry or worry about.
Next safe will be an old school rotary combo job like banks use...
And as an FYI...when they advertise "30 Gun Capacity" they really mean 15 Bit like fuel economy figures quoted by car makers...it may be possible, just not in the real world
Is there any reason you guys prefer a key over a tumbler lock?
brett1868 wrote:And as an FYI...when they advertise "30 Gun Capacity" they really mean 15 Bit like fuel economy figures quoted by car makers...it may be possible, just not in the real world
pajamatime wrote:My safe requires 1 dial combination and 2 different keys altogether to open it and I modified it with a alarm system that goes off shortly after the door is opened unless deactivated with a remote upon entry.
Wobble wrote:pajamatime wrote:My safe requires 1 dial combination and 2 different keys altogether to open it and I modified it with a alarm system that goes off shortly after the door is opened unless deactivated with a remote upon entry.
How many firearms you storing?
(if you don't mind me asking)
pajamatime wrote:I don't want to come across as being rude but for security reasons I don't usually tell people too much info unless I know them.