Biometrics handgun safe

[2531usmc]

I live in a semi rural, very safe, community on Maryland’s eastern Shore. It’s always been a safe community and region but it’s starting to change. We’re seeing an uptick in homeless people, car theft, and home burglary. Most of the crime seems to be junkies looking for their next fix.

So I’m starting to think about a biometric handgun safe to keep next to my nightstand. Does anyone have thoughts or lessons learned (pros and cons) of having a nightstand handgun safe? Are there ant safes that you could recommend

Thanks

 

[darcytribe]

Interested as well.

 

[MattB]

I have an older biometric safe, but it has become a little finicky as at aged. My preference now is a Vaultech with a digital code. It is a little slower to enter the code, but it opens the first time every time. Not sure if newer biometric safes are more reliable, but it would not be a good feeling needing to get your pistol and having to swipe your print 3-5 times to get the safe to open.

 

[SomeTexan]

I have one of the SureLock 200s with biometrics (unfortunately discontinued) that I have been happy with though I haven’t had to really USE it yet. It comes with both fingerprint and a four digit code so if one fails hopefully the other will work. The only downside is the entry beep that can’t be turned off. Find something that is silent, if you decide to go down this path. You don’t want to give away your position if you don’t have to.

 

[SomeTexan]

Guess it wasn’t discontinued… https://surelock-security.com/products/quicktouch-vault-200-digital-bio

 

[texag10]

I have a larger VaulTek (MXi model I think) we purchased after having a kid. It has been very reliable for me, and it stores 20 prints so I took their suggestion and added my index and thumbs a couple of times to make it more reliable.

This model can bolt into a wall stud from the inside, but anyone with a battery powered angle grinder will be inside pretty quickly.

 

[cuerro viejo]

I got tired of fighting with biometrics and electric. I went simple, and now have 4. Both night stands and both desks

StopBox® Instant-Access Handgun Retention Device

The StopBox® is a portable instant-access handgun retention device that does not use batteries, electronics or external keys. The StopBox® hand gesture code lock is instinctive to use in the dark and under stress. Secure your firearm without sacrificing accessibility when you need it the most...

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[IW17]

Another thing to consider with biometric entry is any moisture on your fingers will not allow you to gain entry. Manual locks are fool proof.

 

[87TT]

Mine is a holster but it has a snap.

 

[MattB]

Mine is a holster but it has a snap.

Not a side sleeper?

 

[spike camp]

Where do you keep your pistol currently?

 

[SloppyJ]

IMO, the only reason to have one is for kids. What am I missing? I'd like to get something that would allow me to safely keep something inside.

 

[bliner]

I don’t fully trust electronics either, so I went this route and have had it for probably 15 years with no issues.

Top Draw XD-Handgun Safe with Heavy Duty Lock Cover - V-Line Ind.

*Thousands used by several government agencies, click to view partial list. All V-Line Cases and Cabinets will be shipping with a two year supply of Cortec corrosion inhibitor! The Top Draw XD-Handgun Safe with Heavy Duty Lock Cover is an upgraded version of our original Top Draw 2912-S BLK. The...

vlineind.com

 

[Ramblr]

I don’t fully trust electronics either, so I went this route and have had it for probably 15 years with no issues.

Top Draw XD-Handgun Safe with Heavy Duty Lock Cover - V-Line Ind.

*Thousands used by several government agencies, click to view partial list. All V-Line Cases and Cabinets will be shipping with a two year supply of Cortec corrosion inhibitor! The Top Draw XD-Handgun Safe with Heavy Duty Lock Cover is an upgraded version of our original Top Draw 2912-S BLK. The...

vlineind.com

I second the V-Lines. I have one for the nightstand and one in my office. The simplex mechanical locks are proven and reliable. Adding electronics doesn't increase security but does decrease reliability.

I also have a Streamlight Speedlocker for road trips. It's not a simplex lock, but is still mechanical and more portable than a V-Line.

https://www.streamlight.com/products/detail/speedlocker