Top Rated Gun Safes

Gun safes are the best way to protect your collection from fire, theft and floods.

A high-quality gun safe is a necessity for any firearms enthusiast. Not only does it keep your collection out of the wrong hands, but it can also protect them from fire and flood damage. Some important things to consider when shopping for a gun safe include the size of your collection and possible future purchases, the amount you're willing to pay for your investment, how large or small a safe you can fit in your home, and what you want to protect your guns from. Here are some of the top-rated gun safes on the market today.

Liberty Safe's Lincoln Series

Liberty Safe's Lincoln Series is one of its best firearm protection options and has been listed as North American Hunter Magazine's top choice for organization, quality and design. The Lincoln Safe website claims that it is the No. 1 selling safe in America.

There is a lot to be impressed about when it comes to the Lincoln Series. With a BTU rating of 95,000, this safe can protect its contents for 90 minutes in 1,200- to 1,400-degree temperatures. The safe comes with a door panel that makes storing your valuables easy, a jewelry drawer and interior lighting. Not only are your guns and other valuables secure from fire, but it would be difficult for a thief to penetrate the Lincoln Series' thick walls. The ball bearing hard plate exterior is sturdy enough to snap drill bits.

This safe is available in three sizes: 25, 35, and 50. Model 25 measures 25.7 cubic feet, holds 24 guns and begins at $2,039 from the Lincoln Safe website. Model 35 measures 34.7 cubic feet, holds 35 guns and costs around $2,539. Model 50 measures 48.5 cubic feet, holds 41 guns and is priced around $3,009.

For more information on Liberty Safe's Lincoln Series, check out their website: http://www.libertysafe.com/safe_lincoln.php

Cannon Safe's Cannon Series

Cannon Safe's Cannon Series is another great option. It has been independently verified to be able to withstand 1,200 degrees F temperatures for 60 minutes. The sturdy, double steel composite door is 1.5 inches thick. An optional door panel pistol kit is available for easy storage of your handgun collection, and an electric dehumidifier protects your guns from rust.

The inside of this safe is fully upholstered, and the shelves are adjustable for personalization. The LED lighting system activates when the safe's door is opened and turns off when closed. There are two 110 electric outlets inside the safe for an electricity supply. One thing that makes the Cannon Series truly stand out from its competitors is its lifetime warranty. A Genuine Cannon Lifetime Policy guarantees 100 percent repair or replacement after a burglary, fire or flood.

There are 4 varieties of the Cannon Series. The Cannon Series C18 holds 14 guns and is priced at $2,314 on the Cannon Safe website. The Cannon Series C23 holds 22 guns and costs $2,489. The Cannon Series C30 holds 28 guns and costs $2,774. Lastly, the Cannon Series C35 holds 28 guns, has a fifth shelf whereas the others have only four, and costs around $3,218.

To learn more about Cannon Safe's Cannon Series, check out their website:
http://www.cannonsafe.com/cannon-series-seo.html

Browning's Platinum Plus Series

Browning's Platinum Plus Series offers some of the best fire protection on the market: 120 minutes at 1,200 degrees. This is also an attractive safe, with a full-length mirror on the back of the interior, cedar paneling on the sides and ceiling, distressed leather-look micro fiber shelving, and a genuine leather door back panel organization system. It also comes with interior lighting and an integrated jewelry box to store your priceless heirlooms.

The Platinum Plus Series is highly tamper resistant. It is built with Pry-Stop Corner Bolts on all 4 door corners, a Uni-Force locking system with anti-pry tabs and extension arms, an OmniBarrier lock protection system, and drill resistant deflector plates.

Browning's Platinum Series safes come in three different sizes: 22-, 33- and 45-gun capacity. The exterior finish and graphics also affect the price of the gun safe. A 22-gun-capacity safe starts at $4,029 on the Browning website. The 33-gun-capacity safe costs $4,829 and up. The 45-gun variety starts at $6,249.

For more information on Browning's Platinum Plus Series, check out their website: http://www.browning.com/products/catalog/gunsafes/detail.asp?value=001F&cat_id=160&type_id=42745.

References

• Liberty Safe: Lincoln Series
• Cannon Safe: Cannon Series
• Browning: Platinum Plus Series

Resources

• 6mmBR: Gun Safe Buyer's Guide