Gun Safe Query

[road kill]

As far as safes go bigger is not always better. I bought a 48 gun safe from WSS when they went out of business, 48 means no scopes on them and they are stacked 3 deep. A buddy has 3 smaller safes that in my opinion work much better for scoped rifle storage. Plus moving 760 lbs of safe around isn't easy.

[Reeferman]

As far as safes go bigger is not always better. I bought a 48 gun safe from WSS when they went out of business, 48 means no scopes on them and they are stacked 3 deep. A buddy has 3 smaller safes that in my opinion work much better for scoped rifle storage. Plus moving 760 lbs of safe around isn't easy.

I can’t get a big safe downstairs into my house otherwise I would have a “real safe”.

[MarkR]

Hi Forum,

Does anyone have experience with Stack-On Stand-Up Home Defense Safe

It is being sold at Cabela's for $230. Here's the link to the website and a picture below for reference.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/shoo....uts?slotId=12

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I got interested in this safe because of its low cost and the fact that is a Stack-On. However, there are lot of critical reviews for this on the internet (Amazon, Cabelas etc).
Can someone please shed some light on this.

Thanks

Good price; but you are in Cabelas US site with that link.

The only Stackon they offer in Canada is this one: https://www.cabelas.ca/product/12959...8-gun-cabinet; I have one, it actually holds 4, not 8 unless you want to beat it up, and they are very thin gauge metal. I have one, I also have a Stackon 12 gun; it holds about 8 max without bashing and smashing each time you put one in or take one out. Their key locks are schidtie too, but more reliable than the electronic.

[RobertMcC]

I got a 10 gun cabinet. I'm going to carpet line it.

[LB303]

hxxps://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/stack-on-8-gun-cabinet-0755676p.html

on sale this thurs 99.99 how wrong can you go

[Swingerguy]

I have a stack-on 8 gun safe with a manual combination lock. It holds 5 rifles ok, but I have to be careful not to beat them together going in and out. I also bought the stack-on 8 gun cabinet, when it was on sale for $99, that I built shelves for and store my Ammo and powder in.
Like Linung said, buy bigger than you think you need, you will be surprised how soon you will run out of space.

[Newbie2019]

I thank you all for your responses.

Are people using cabinets to store restricted and non restricted firearms?
If yes, how legal is it?

[lone-wolf]

I thank you all for your responses.

Are people using cabinets to store restricted and non restricted firearms?
If yes, how legal is it?

trigger lock on non-res, should be the same for restricted if the cabinet is locked.

[RobertMcC]

I thank you all for your responses.

Are people using cabinets to store restricted and non restricted firearms?
If yes, how legal is it?

Ive been using cabinets since I got my license, almost 20 years ago. Restricted just got trigger locks on them, NR are just in socks. Both are bolted to a wall stud.

[road kill]

As it is written in the RPAL instructors book "A restricted firearm may be stored, only if it meets the following conditions:
It is unloaded and
1 Rendered inoperable by using a secure locking device and stored in a securely locked container, receptacle or room that cannot be easily broken open.
2 Stored in a securely locked vault, safe or room specifically built for secure storage of restricted firearms

then it goes on about the storage of ammo for the restricted firearm.

[Dewey Cox]

I mostly use old school lockers.

[Newbie2019]

I would like to thank everyone for their suggestions and insights.
You all have helped me make an informed decision.

I am very Happy to inform you all that I have bought the Stack-On 8 Gun Cabinet . It was a sweet deal with 45% off at Canadian tire. Below is the link for your reference.

https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/stack-on-8-gun-cabinet-0755676p.html#srp

Thanks again. You all have a great weekend.

[Sabio]

Late to the party. I bought a stack on 14 gun....about 12 years ago Green one - not a bad size. 16x21x55. I just use it for ammo (6000rnds+), mags(60+), optics and accessories. That stuff adds up $$$$$. Actual Safe is from Costco, roughly the same size maybe about 6" taller and deeper. Can't compare pricing as everything was cheaper 'Back in the day' but it was around $300.

With recent purchases I am out of room, I need a new safe now.... oh well. Safe is full and I have to find a room for 6 more.

And if anyone whats a 14-gun steel cabinet TSC stores has one for 1/2 price. CABINET $199

[linung]

doesn't look like it'll be good for scopes....

[wolver]

This is a great safe. Mines never been broke into.