Ranking of the best gun safes for 2022

In the Russian Federation, any weapon must be stored in accordance with certain rules. People when buying hunting attributes will need to take this factor into account. In the order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 288, the procedure for keeping firearms at home was formed. This document describes the rules for storage and handling of it. All hunting equipment, together with ammunition, must be kept in a fireproof safe. The weapon must be unloaded. The order also indicates the characteristics that the device must comply with.

Features of choosing a safe for weapons

metal thickness

There are many devices on the market today. For many, the thickness of the metal does not exceed 1.5 mm. It will be very easy for a thief to hack it, you don’t even need a special tool.

Some manufacturers go to the trick and put reinforced locks on thin-walled cabinets. But this is just a publicity stunt to improve sales of your product. As mentioned above, it will not be a big problem for a thief to open such a safe.

For safe storage of hunting attributes, the wall thickness must be at least 3 mm. Legal entities are required to store their belongings in cabinets with such characteristics. In fact, 3 mm is the minimum safe value at which a firearm can be kept. Currently, for an average price, you can find a decent product with a wall thickness of 3 mm and an opening door of 5 mm. If the family budget allows, you can purchase a product resistant to hacking. The body structure is made of several layers of composite materials.

Types of castles

These devices are of several types.

• The coded electronic lock is considered one of the most reliable products. It is often bought when there are small children in the house.
• Key locks are simple and secure.

People's opinions are divided. Someone needs a code device, and someone prefers a key mechanism. The ease of use (opening speed) depends on the type of lock. Safety is affected by the class of the product.

The main advantage of electronic locks is that they do not require keys. They are easy to handle. This is their main advantage. But such locks work from batteries, which will have to be changed periodically.

Key locks are cheaper, durable in terms of service life. They do not require a power source. Key devices are inferior to electronic counterparts in terms of functionality and convenience. If small children live in the house, then it is better to give preference to a combination lock. The cipher is not possible. The child can easily handle the key.

Crossbar mechanism

The reliability of closing the door plate directly depends on the number and size of the crossbars. This mechanism is considered the main part of the castle. It protects the safe from breaking. Massive steel rods will securely close any door. The swivel device drives them. When the door is opened, the crossbars are inside; during closing, they go into special grooves on the base. Such devices come in different designs.

The thicker and longer the crossbars, the more difficult it is to crack the cabinet. The locking system on all sides can provide the maximum degree of security. But this is not the case in simple device designs. The door plate is closed by lock bolts on one side only. This provides the most minimal level of security against hacking.

During operation of the crossbars, their backlash is not allowed. They must be tight. And rotation around its axis is possible. This protects the crossbars from sawing off by an intruder. When buying a fireproof fixture, be sure to pay attention to the tightness of the door to the base. It is necessary that the gap between them is minimal. It will be more difficult for burglars to open it, because it is difficult to crawl into such a small gap with something.

Cabinet capacity

You need to choose a safe with a larger volume. The extra space won't hurt. Indeed, over the years, the hunter's arsenal can be replenished with new types of firearms, which will be longer and wider. This will help to avoid unnecessary financial expenses for the purchase of a new device. In a large cabinet, you can put more optics, cartridges, money and valuables.

Safe interior

The weapon cabinet inside can have a different design. Its functionality directly depends on this. The space is usually divided into several sections. It necessarily has a vertical partition and several transverse ones, depending on the size of the product. The weapon most often lies separately, the rest of the accessories in other compartments.

A small lockable compartment should also be provided. They put ammo in it. Weapons and ammunition must be stored separately. This is a requirement of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. You need to choose a fireproof cabinet, taking into account the size of the compartment for cartridges, so as not to put them on the shelves later.

The designs are most often made so that the shelves inside are removed. Thus, you can make room for additional weapons. For ease of use, many manufacturers make shelves with small sides.Stowed things will not roll and fall out. It's very practical.

Many storage devices are equipped with lodgements. These are special stands for the gun. They fix the hunting attribute in a strictly vertical position and do not allow it to move to one side. Recently, many manufacturers have begun to equip their products with roller cradles. They provide a secure fixation of the rifle in a vertical position. It is very convenient to use this device.

Installation Features

The fireproof cabinet is attached to the wall with anchor bolts. For installation, it is best to find a place hidden from the eyes. It shouldn't be passable. The best option would be a room that will limit the thief's freedom of action. For example, in a dressing room or a narrow pantry, you can only get close to the door plate of the safe. And it is an impregnable element of adaptation. It will be inconvenient for a potential attacker to hack it, it will take a lot of effort.

If a person lives in a private house, then a basement would be an excellent option for placing a storage device. A limited number of people know about the presence of this room in the house. Even if a safe is found by a thief, it will be very difficult to dismantle it.

It is best to attach it with anchor bolts to the floor or wall. You can do it yourself with a hammer drill. A hammer drill will work too. Pulling out the anchor bolts is almost impossible. They can only be cut, but this requires space to crawl.

Service and Warranty

Any device can break. Even the highest quality item is not immune from breakage and emergency situations. After all, a person can forget the code or lose the key. The lock may break.Service and warranty obligations of the manufacturer must be clarified. A person must be sure that he will not be left alone with a problem in case of force majeure.

During the warranty period, a person has the right to contact the store where the safe was purchased with any questions. All necessary contacts, signatures and seals must be in the warranty card.

It is better to immediately discuss and find out all the nuances than to be upset later because of the wrong choice of product. Be sure to look at the certificate of conformity GOST R 50862-2005. If the store did not provide it at the request of the buyer, then it is better to make a purchase elsewhere. When problems arise during the operation of the device, the client will definitely not be helped in this office.

Rating of safes for smoothbore weapons

This type of device is widely popular due to low prices - up to 11,000 rubles. They have a simple lock and the thickness of the steel coating is only 2-3 mm. The capacity is also not outstanding - up to 5 weapons. Obviously, the dimensions of the device itself are also small, it can be installed in almost any room.

Such a device must be firmly and reliably assembled due to its low weight (details on the installation of the safe). Similar vaults will securely look after weapons; they do not take up much space and are notable for their low price. The combination of these characteristics makes this type of locker suitable for owners of a pair of hunting rifles. Russian safe brands AIKO, Best Safe, Promet have made a name for themselves in the market and are leaders in it.

From the entire large number of products offered, we selected the 5 most attractive candidates, making up a kind of top safe for smoothbore weapons:

Aiko Hummingbird

It has the lowest price of the five considered, but this does not mean at all that it is the worst. The thickness of the metal coating is 1 millimeter, the weight is 6 kg, and this safe is 1 m high. Safety is ensured by two key locks. A nice bonus - there are holes for fastening to a wall or any other surface.

Price: 2000 rubles.

• mounting holes.

• not found.

Hunter-81

This, in the truest sense of the word, cabinet is 140 cm high and weighs 20 kg. The thickness of the metal is only 1 mm. Capacity is decent - fit up to 4 guns. The metal is coated on top with polymers that protect it from corrosion. Equipped with a pair of 3-bar locks. A feature that speaks in favor of this device is that there is a compartment for cartridges inside, which is also locked with a key.

Price: 6 457 rubles.

• decent capacity;
• compartment for cartridges, locked with a key;
• 3-bar locks.

• not found.

Valberg Arsenal 100T

This device manufactured by Promet is intended for only one barrel. But! Its burglary resistance class is S1: with a height of one meter, it weighs 34 kg. The thickness of the metal coating on the walls is 3 mm, and at the door - 5. A key lock with a three-sided bolt system is present. This device also has a small "secret" in the form of a lockable cartridge compartment.

Price: 9 950 rubles.

• three-sided crossbar system;
• compartment for cartridges, locked with a key;
• lockable cartridge compartment.

• not found.

Orlan type 12

Occupies the first line of the ranking weapons storage Orlan type 12, containing up to 6 barrels. Its weight inspires respect - 37 kg with a height of 140 cm and a thickness of a metal coating of one and a half mm. Protection is good: 2 locks of a 3-bar system. The large volume allows you to store, in addition to firearms, knives, ramrods and other accessories. There is also a compartment for cartridges.

Price: 10,400 rubles.

• 2 locks of 3-bar system;
• large volume;
• lockable cartridge compartment.

• not found.

TOP safes for storing rifled weapons

Those who own rifled weapons need this type of product. There are also differences in requirements. This also applies to the thickness of the metal wall, which should not be less than 3 mm. The lock of these vaults is not only opened by a key. They are often equipped with an electronic combination lock, which is almost impossible to break. For these reasons, the devices are different from those containing smoothbore weapons. There is also a difference in the cost, which reaches 40 thousand rubles. The category of devices is extensive, as is their choice.

Altai

The storage is notable for its low cost and a wide range of functions from the manufacturer Gun Safe. It has dimensions of 170 cm in height and a wall thickness of 3 mm. Its maximum capacity is 5 barrels. The model has two locks that open with a key and have 3 crossbars. The vault has a special upper section in which you can store cartridges. It has a separate lock, which also opens with a key. The top section is equipped with a shelf that can be removed. There are several hooks on the door that allow you to place accessories.If necessary, the main section can be equipped with three shelves. If you refuse to install them, a place appears here where you can store three more trunks. The weight of the device is 38 kg, it is possible to mount it on the wall.

Price: 11,800 rubles.

• low cost;
• a wide range of functions;
• the main section can be equipped with three shelves;
• there is a possibility of wall mounting.

• not found.

Leopard-5 EL K

This is a device for storing rifled weapons made in Russia by Gun Safe. Its dimensions reach 140 cm in height, 3 mm wall thickness, capacity up to 5 trunks. The model is equipped with two locks of different types. One opens with a key, the other is electronic and has a display that has a backlight. There is a special option that allows you to keep statistics on when the safe was opened and closed. It indicates the date and time of these actions. This model has a built-in alarm.

An alarm is triggered if the cabinet surface is hit. Turning off the alarm only by the owner, who must enter the password. Pressing the wrong code three times will also trigger an alarm. The door on the inside has additional equipment in the form of hooks, a tray, knife frames and additional elements on which the owner can place accessories.

Price: 15,000 rubles.

• turning off the alarm only by the owner;
• built-in alarm;
• statistics of opening and closing the safe;
• there is a possibility of wall mounting.

• not found.

Valberg Arsenal 100T EL

The device has small dimensions and reliability, the manufacturer is Promet.It has dimensions: 100 cm high, 3 mm wall thickness, 5 mm door wall thickness. The weight of the model is 34 kg, it has the first class of burglary resistance. Locking takes place with the help of an electronic lock model PS-300. The inside has a special compartment for storing cartridges. It opens and closes with a key. Wall or floor mounting is provided, for which the model is equipped with holes.

Price: from 15,500 rubles.

• small dimensions;
• reliability;
• statistics of opening and closing the safe;
• ammo storage area.

• not found.

BS95.L3

Model made in Russia from the manufacturer Best Safe. Safe dimensions: 150 cm in height, metal walls thickness is 3 mm, weight - 74 kg, burglary resistance - class 1. The maximum capacity is 5 barrels. It is equipped with two locks having 5 and 3 crossbars and opening with a key. All-round closing of the cabinet is carried out using a separate bolt system. The internal space has a cartridge compartment and special niches for the location of weapons. Additionally, inside it is equipped with a tray in which it is convenient to store cartridges, special frame devices for knives. The arrangement of keys and ramrods can be carried out on special hooks. Wall mount provided.

Price: 25 900 rubles.

• separate crossbar system;
• special frame devices for knives;
• hooks for ramrods;
• wall mount.

• not found.

Valberg Safari EL

The manufacturer of this model is Promet. This device can rightfully be called optimal for keeping rifled trunks.Its dimensions are: 150 cm in height, 3 mm wall thickness, burglary resistance - class 1, the model weighs 88 kg. The equipment includes an electronic lock, the system of which consists of 3 bolts. The lock kit includes a protective mechanism against drilling. The capacity of the model is up to 4 trunks.

Price: 32,700 rubles.

• separate crossbar system;
• electronic lock;
• protective mechanism against drilling;
• capacity.

• not found.

Elite safes

The elite category of devices is, first of all, the increased security of storing weapons, which is one of the most important aspects. It is achieved thanks to a special design. Here there are not only specially equipped departments for cartridges and lodgements, but also various shelves, niches, hooks and more. Elite vaults are made of metal with a thickness of at least 3 mm. Therefore, even rifled weapons can be stored in them.

Most luxury vaults are equipped with a combination lock. Their price tag is significantly different, ranging from 40,000 and ending with amounts above 100,000 rubles. Storage cabinets can be designed for one gun or several. Below are 5 types that have the best performance at the best cost.

Valberg Arsenal 130/2 EL

The device of the domestic brand "Promet" is designed to store 1 weapon. The walls of the cabinet itself are made of metal 3 mm thick, and the doors are 5 mm thick. The safe is equipped with an electronic lock with a three-bolt system. The size of the bolt itself in diameter is 18 mm. Inside the cabinet are shelves and a compartment for cartridges. The whole structure weighs about 50 kg.There are special holes on the back wall so that the device can be placed not only on the floor, but also on the wall.

Price: 30 300 rubles.

• separate crossbar system;
• shelves and a compartment for cartridges.

• not found.

Bars EL

Even 6 guns can be kept in this storage. Its weight is almost 70 kg, and this cabinet reaches a height of 140 cm. The design is made by a domestic manufacturer - Gun Safe. The main advantages of the safe are an electronic lock and wooden lodgments. The thickness of the metal walls is 3 mm. The lock has a feature to close the cabinet from 3 sides. Inside the cabinet is equipped with shelves, and their height can be adjusted according to your needs. The inside of the door is equipped with special holders that are designed for hunting knives and ramrods. The vault can be installed on the floor or attached to the wall.

Price: 35,400 rubles.

• equipped with shelves;
• shelves and a compartment for cartridges;
• wall mounts.

• not found.

BS95.EL

Up to 5 guns will intervene in the device of the domestic manufacturer Best Safe. Its height reaches 155 cm, so it is an excellent option not only for rifled weapons, but also for long-barreled ones. The walls are made of steel, the thickness of which is 3 mm. It closes with an American electronic lock. Its main feature is the ability to work with two codes of different users.

The lock has a crossbar protection system, thanks to which the door is securely fixed from all sides. Inside, the design has removable shelves, a compartment for cartridges and wooden lodgements. You can also store ramrods, knives and other accessories here.The vault can be installed on the floor or attached to the wall.

Price: 50 600 rubles.

• the design has removable shelves;
• wooden lodgements;
• the ability to work with two codes of different users.

• not found.

Technomax TLS/11

The Italian-made cabinet can hold 11 rifled weapons at the same time. Its weight reaches 74 kg, and its height is 150 m. The design of the cabinet is made in a minimalist wood-like style. This safe is closed not with an electronic lock, but with a key. Inside, the design is also very concise - almost the entire place is designed to store a large number of rifled barrels. However, there is also a compartment for cartridges.

Price: 48,900 rubles.

• the design has removable shelves;
• storage of a large number of rifled trunks;
• the ability to work with two codes of different users.

• not found.

Valberg Safari D*

The undisputed leader of the rating is the storage facility of the domestic manufacturer Promet. The design with a height of 156 cm has a huge weight - 161 kg. You can store 4 guns at the same time here. The device is equipped with a reliable German electronic lock, so it has been assigned 1 class of burglary resistance. Its walls are made of metal 3 mm thick. Outside they are covered with natural oak, and inside with red velvet. The castle is covered with pure gold.

Price: 147,500 rubles.

• equipped with a reliable German electronic lock;
• gold plated castle.

• not found.

Safes for storing collectible weapons

The collection, collected over the years and consisting of unique items, always attracts the attention of criminal structures.Collectible weapons have a particularly high value and often cause robberies when the owner is away. To preserve the collection, which has a high cost, they choose reliable products from the category intended for storing elite weapons.

The appearance and respectability of such a device will decorate the interior of any room, emphasizing the refined taste of the owner. Products are equipped with modern electronic locks from leading manufacturers that can protect against burglary attempts. Elite and reliable fixtures have a chic finish made of expensive wood, precious metals and stones, and other luxury items.

Cost: from 100,000 rubles.

Armwood-TS3.074 Flock

The safe is designed for three weapons. The manufacturer is the Russian company Armwood, the equipment is from the Italian company Casa. It has three key locks and belongs to the first class of burglar resistance. The chamber inside the cabinet is finished with natural oak wood and velvet, the body is made of reinforced steel. The vault is fixed to the floor or wall.

Price: 91,200 rubles.

• reinforced steel;
• double fastening (wall, floor).

• not found.

Liberty Centurion 12BKT

The American company Liberty Safe is a leader in the production of vaults. The cabinet is designed to store twelve weapons, has a height of 1.5 meters and weighs 112 kg. The ultra-reliable electronic lock is closed from above with a protective plate, the innovative locking mechanism drive is equipped with a bolt locking system. It has a reinforced body with increased fire resistance up to 177 ° C, securely fastened to the floor.

Price: 121,900 rubles.

• equipped with a crossbar locking system;
• reinforced body with increased fire resistance.

• not found.

Rhino AIW6033 EL Supreme

The storage from the American manufacturer Rhino Ironworks has an original antique design that allows it to fit into any interior of the room. The fire resistance and burglary resistance of the product is confirmed by American certificates of conformity. The locking device is equipped with electronics, the lock is closed with an armored plate made of tungsten carbide. If the lock is tampered with, it will automatically lock. The cabinet is designed to store 28 barrels of massive weapons. The body is reinforced on the outside with welded overlays, inside is trimmed with soft eco-suede, which looks like worn leather. When the fixture is opened, the LED light inside automatically turns on. Weight 441 kg.

Price: 624,300 rubles.

• fire and burglary resistance;
• the body is reinforced with welded overlays.

• not found.

Liberty National Security Magnum 25CP2-BC

Another representative of the American company Liberty Safe, designed for 22 trunks, has a height of 1.54 m, is equipped with a reliable locking device from Sargent & Greenleaf. The lock itself has a protective plate made of hardened steel.

Inside the cabinet is equipped with shelves and lodgements that can be removed and rearranged. There is a place to store jewelry. The inside is lined with soft material.

Price: 658,800 rubles.

• removable lodgements;
• There is also a place to store jewelry.

• not found.

Fort Knox® Protector 6031MSbc Pe SST

The leader in the ranking is from Fort Knox, which has a history of manufacturing gun cabinets. It has a weight of 750 kg and a capacity of up to 28 barrels. The locking device is equipped with a Sargent & Greenleaf lock, a protective steel plate on top prevents drilling.

This is the most secure safe known. Its all-welded hull has a reinforced base, equipped with steel armor plates 4.76 mm thick on top, which reliably protects the gun cabinet from shots. Inside, the cabinet has a soft finish and a dehumidifier, when opened, the LED backlight automatically turns on.

Price: 1,486,300 rubles.

• reliability;
• reinforced body base.

• not found.

Conclusion

For each person with different financial capabilities in the gun cabinet market, you can choose the right option.

With limited finances, devices from Russian manufacturers Best Safe and Gun Safe are recommended. Their range is quite wide, you can choose for any requirements - for storing one barrel up to a whole collection.

In the absence of a monetary problem, you can look at the option of an Italian or American-made device with an increased degree of reliability and protection. These are the leading leaders in the production of the most reliable and beautiful safes. With them, the owners of collectible weapons can be calm and confident in the safety of their collections.