VEHICLE GUN SAFES

[leVieux]

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With a new pickup on the way, I’m again considering an in-truck “gun safe” for handguns.

By now, some on TGT must have gained experience, so I seek advice. Looking for something bolted-down, no “cables”. Quick access to gun from drivers’ seat would be a plus, but not absolutely necessary.

Truck is a 2023 JEEP Glladiator “OverLand”.

Please tell of your experiences and recommendations in this area.

Merci,

leVieux
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[Byrd666]

https://www.lockerdown.com/c-11-secure-storage.html

The link above is for a '22 year model, but it gives you an idea. I had one in my Colorado, when I had it, and was nothing but pleased with it.

 

[VNK971]

https://www.lockerdown.com/c-11-secure-storage.html

The link above is for a '22 year model, but it gives you an idea. I had one in my Colorado, when I had it, and was nothing but pleased with it.

I have one of these in my 2015 Silverado. Very happy with it.

 

[Sam7sf]

Before you buy anything please understand lock types and methods to get in the safe. Don’t buy anything with outside hinges and don’t buy anything other than a disc detainer core. I wouldn’t buy one at all…keep the gun on you or have the facility your at be secure.

 

[Ausländer]

Console Vault
I've used them in my last few trucks. They are better than others I've had/seen, but (like most things) are really meant to keep 'honest people honest'. At the very least, it'll slow down a criminal.

 

[leVieux]

https://www.lockerdown.com/c-11-secure-storage.html

The link above is for a '22 year model, but it gives you an idea. I had one in my Colorado, when I had it, and was nothing but pleased with it.

Merci, looks good !

 

[leVieux]

Before you buy anything please understand lock types and methods to get in the safe. Don’t buy anything with outside hinges and don’t buy anything other than a disc detainer core. I wouldn’t buy one at all…keep the gun on you or have the facility your at be secure.

I understand, but not always possible.

 

[Lonesome Dove]

With the aid of battery powered grinders and a cut off wheel time is irrelevant for a crook.

 

[ZX9RCAM]

May as well just leave it under the seat, then.








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[Ausländer]

May as well just leave it under the seat, then.

Nah - If I'm going to have to fill out a police report and do insurance claims anyway, then I'm going to make them work for it.

 

[Sam7sf]

Time is all that’s needed. Think about this: you’re vehicle is only so secure…then one of y’all buys a safe on Amazon to save money or a “high end” website. Burglar already got his jiggler key or rake set and done. Only a few minutes have passed.

 

[leVieux]

With the aid of battery powered grinders and a cut off wheel time is irrelevant for a crook.

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Understood, just buying time. . . . .

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

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Understood, just buying time. . . . .

Send @Grumps21 a pm. The one he has looks very safe and secure.

 

[rotor]

Just buy a Taurus.

 

[Grumps21]

I’ve got the Console Vault brand. It’s the very same one you can option as a Ford genuine accessory, only it does not have the Ford logo. Installs into the factory console. They make them for most makes trucks and SUVs and some cars too and aren’t that difficult to install. I opted for a single tumbler, but you can get double tumblers as well. Set your own code and done. I’m very happy with it and I can use the full space inside my console. The only limiting factor is that the opening is smaller, but my wife can still stuff her purse through

 

[Sam7sf]

I’ve got the Console Vault brand. It’s the very same one you can option as a Ford genuine accessory, only it does not have the Ford logo. Installs into the factory console. They make them for most makes trucks and SUVs and some cars too and aren’t that difficult to install. I opted for a single tumbler, but you can get double tumblers as well. Set your own code and done. I’m very happy with it and I can use the full space inside my console. The only limiting factor is that the opening is smaller, but my wife can still stuff her purse through View attachment 355139

Those lock types are still an issue. A tool can be used to feel the “notches”.

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

Nothing is 100% secure if a thief wants in bad enough.
But, I say the vault is a hell of a lot better than finding fault.

 

[Grumps21]

Ya, but most of the smash and grabs are quick jobs. In a parking area, I doubt they would carry all the tools needed to address any “opportunity” they may find. Any mobile lock box can be broken into, but time is not on the side of the perp.

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

I saw on the "news" the catalytic converter thieves hit the parade goers very hard.

 

[Sam7sf]

Ya, but most of the smash and grabs are quick jobs. In a parking area, I doubt they would carry all the tools needed to address any “opportunity” they may find. Any mobile lock box can be broken into, but time is not on the side of the perp.

They say think like a criminal and I do a terrible job.