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SAFE GUN STORAGE OPTIONS

If it’s not in your hands, it should be stored securely.

GUN STORAGE OPTIONS

Research your options and talk to fellow gun owners. Remember, we’re in this together. There’s always a safe gun storage solution that meets your needs.

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FULL-SIZE GUN SAFE

  • Store multiple guns in one place.
  • Safest when bolted or otherwise secured to your home.
  • Quick access options include biometric locks that open in an
    instant for quick access.
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LOCK BOX

  • The safest approach is to never store a gun loaded, even for home defense.
  • For those owners who store their guns loaded regardless, a lock box is an
    option that’s smaller and more mobile than a traditional safe.
  • Biometric versions open based on a fingerprint.
  • Passcode versions don’t require a battery, but are also less secure.
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CONSOLE/VEHICLE GUN SAFE

  • Don’t risk keeping your gun in your glovebox.
  • While experts recommend leaving your gun securely stored at home, there are legal, secure cases that can be attached to your vehicle, either in the cab or in the trunk.
  • A vehicle gun safe ensures that kids and thieves can’t get to your gun — but you can.
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GUN CASE

  • For use in-home or during in-transit storage of one or multiple firearms.
  • These devices can provide a temporary solution when used with an external lock.
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CARGO AREA STORAGE

  • Effective for transporting firearms to the range or field.
  • Cargo area storage models are available for cars, SUVs, and trucks.
  • These devices allow for locked storage.
  • They provide concealment.
  • They offer protection from bumps and jostling.

Need extra security?

Safe gun storage is the responsible choice, ensuring that firearms are kept in the hands of responsible owners. It’s not about living in fear or judgment—it’s about embracing a culture of safety and personal responsibility. Every action we take today has the power to shape a safer tomorrow.

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TRIGGER LOCK

  • These small devices fit inside a gun’s trigger guard.
  • When used correctly, they block accidental discharges.
  • They are better than nothing as a safety measure. However, they can be dismantled with the right tools. They do not prevent theft or loading of the weapon.

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CABLE LOCK

  • Gun cable locks thread through the slide and out the bottom of the grip.
  • Used correctly, they prevent the action from cycling and make it impossible to load the weapon at all.
  • They don’t prevent theft.
  • They can be dismantled with enough time and the right tools.

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RESTRICT ACCESS TO KEYS AND COMBINATIONS

  • Keep the keys and combinations to your gun safe in a secure and inaccessible location.
  • Only authorized individuals should know the access details.
  • Every extra layer of caution makes it harder for a thief or child to get to your gun.

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WIRELESS GUN SAFE MONITOR

  • An electronic monitor will alert you if anyone attempts to access your storage device or handle your firearm without your authorization.
  • Some monitors sound an audible alarm.
  • Some can be connected to your smartphone.

Is it an emergency?

Dial 911 for immediate assistance.

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