HotCarl Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 So I typically keep my glock19 in my night stand in a holster. Wife has been on me to move to a more secure storage system (we dont have any children in the house yet) and I tend to agree. What do you guys use? I would like to keep it somewhat accessible in an emergency but still secure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 I need to do this as well. Sub'd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe7 Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 I got one of these a few years back cause it seemed cool, was $90 during some Amazon sale. https://www.amazon.com/GunVault-Speedvault-Biometric-Pistol-SVB500/dp/B006OGOHD0/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=gun+safe&qid=1596826848&refinements=p_89%3AGunVault%7CSentrySafe&rnid=2528832011&s=hunting-fishing&sr=1-5 The idea is alright, but in reality it is bigger, slower to open, and louder than I expected. Regardless, I'm not sure what other, better options there are nowadays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurkvinny Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 With no kids, why does she want it more secure and slower to access? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 With no kids, why does she want it more secure and slower to access? exactly my thought... and is still my same view even when my son was young and all the way through now that he is older ( 10 almost 11) teach them right and keep a eye on them. No reason to add more slower access and fail points when trying to protect your own life. IF YOU MUST lock it up I would go with a mechanical only such as Fort Knox FTK-PB... no error of finger reading, no batteries ,simple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 I've been wanting to build a hidden nightstand compartment. Something like a false top or drawer. Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted August 7, 2020 Report Share Posted August 7, 2020 With no kids, why does she want it more secure and slower to access? exactly my thought... and is still my same view even when my son was young and all the way through now that he is older ( 10 almost 11) teach them right and keep a eye on them. No reason to add more slower access and fail points when trying to protect your own life. IF YOU MUST lock it up I would go with a mechanical only such as Fort Knox FTK-PB... no error of finger reading, no batteries ,simple Bringo. What's she afraid of, that the pistol will develop a personality and go AWOL at 3:00 am? Educate her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotCarl Posted August 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2020 With no kids, why does she want it more secure and slower to access? No kids.... yet. that will change January 9th. Regardless, it's just the responsible thing to do. I don't have an issue with it as long as it's easily accessible. I'm not a huge fan of digital locks or codes unless they have some sort of key or analog backup. I did look at a few today, the Fort Knox received good reviews but its huge, heavy and expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotCarl Posted August 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2020 Bringo. What's she afraid of, that the pistol will develop a personality and go AWOL at 3:00 am? Educate her. Not at all, and there's no irrattional fear. It's more of part of being a new parent for the first time. She's never cared about my handgun on the nightstand before but now its, making sure plug covers are on all the outlets and buying strollers and foam padding for the fireplace which apparently we need?! alot of changes are happening in our home, this is just one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cranium Posted August 8, 2020 Report Share Posted August 8, 2020 DIY Stealth shelf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted August 8, 2020 Report Share Posted August 8, 2020 I held off replying, because I tend to be a bit matter of fact. Most of it has been said though. This is a comfort issue. She's not comfortable, because she is not educated. You started out with "no kids in the house", now it sounds like one is on the way? If that is the case, of course she is in mother mode. But remind her, you need to stay in father mode. And, slowing down the ability to protect the family is like putting a lock, not just a plug, over every outlet. So what is the compromise? Go get everything needed to "baby/toddler proof" the house. Help her install it all. However, she must put in the time to be familiar with the firearms too. Hidden storage is likely your best answer for both of you. This concept seems reasonable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cranium Posted August 9, 2020 Report Share Posted August 9, 2020 I held off replying, because I tend to be a bit matter of fact. Most of it has been said though. This is a comfort issue. She's not comfortable, because she is not educated. You started out with "no kids in the house", now it sounds like one is on the way? If that is the case, of course she is in mother mode. But remind her, you need to stay in father mode. And, slowing down the ability to protect the family is like putting a lock, not just a plug, over every outlet. So what is the compromise? Go get everything needed to "baby/toddler proof" the house. Help her install it all. However, she must put in the time to be familiar with the firearms too. Hidden storage is likely your best answer for both of you. This concept seems reasonable. That's a cool idea. When I get around to building my own bedroom suite I'll have to incorporate that into the design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted August 9, 2020 Report Share Posted August 9, 2020 I opted for education with my kids. So far so good. I also keep the easy grab up high so I can readily get to it but they can’t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unfunnyryan Posted August 10, 2020 Report Share Posted August 10, 2020 Wife has been on me to move to a more secure storage system (we dont have any children in the house yet) and I tend to agree. replace wife in bed with more guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiji ST Posted August 10, 2020 Report Share Posted August 10, 2020 I have something like this (not this model) secured inside my bedside table drawer. https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Electronic-Recessed-Security-Jewelry/dp/B00U2VQ4MA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dammit Charlie Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Liberty HDX-250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Family Education :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 I bought one of these. Really nice. Rather roomy as well. Works quick and quietly, and the light up buttons and interior is nice. https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/stack-on-quick-access-safe-with-led-light-and-alarm-e-lock?campid=71700000060361508&adgroupid=58700005480594783&device=c&keyword=92700049973080846&Channel=pla&gclid=CjwKCAjwps75BRAcEiwAEiACMRuOVe9KFWvK0E9XFSKeqGdGLnIIOEKh1GQNI08N1whtCn2_MnSXGxoCgFkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#repChildCatid=5433248&ogmap=SEM|PLN|GOOG|SHOP|c|OUT||NonBrand-Shopping-OOM-Outdoor|Outdoor-Hunting||71700000060361508|58700005480594783 The one I got has large square LED lit buttons in lieu of the little nipple-looking ones in the vid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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