Gun Storage Questions

[glockguy07]

I have quite a few long guns now and was wondering how everyone is storing theirs -

Safes? Hard/Soft Cases?

Also, I'd like to find a couple good soft cases to transport to and from the range. I'd like the case to be able to hold 2 long guns (if possible).

Any advice? Links? Pictures?

Thanks!

[W9ZEB]

I have a couple of Stack-On Pistol & Ammo cases Bolted to the walls in my closet.

I purchased them for ~ $25 each at Gander Mountain.

I also purchased a range bag for $19 at Gander Mountain that came with two soft pistol rugs.

[cougar_guy04]

Storage, mine is locked in its soft case and hidden in my condo. I'd like to put a safe in, but mounting it properly would probably forgo the return of my security deposit when I move out. I'll probably look into one of these: GunVault GV5900 - DELIVERED for Sale at Buds Gun Shop It would hold everything I'm looking to buy in the immediate future and so long as I could get the thing secured, it'd be perfect.

I use a soft case for my AR. Whatever you do, spend the money for a halfway decent one. I got an Allen case for $20 from MidwayUSA and after using it for 2 - 2.5 months, the flap came off one magazine pouch and is about 90-95% off of another pouch. I'd say get a Plano 2-Gun hard case. (second one down on this page) Most soft cases look as though they're just made for 1 gun but I know one guy who puts his 2 AR's in a soft case. I'm looking at buying something like a Maxpedition or Blackhawk "Homland Security Discreet Gun Case" to replace that cheapo Allen one.

[Pami]

Originally Posted by W9ZEB

I have a couple of Stack-On Pistol & Ammo cases Bolted to the walls in my closet.

I purchased them for ~ $25 each at Gander Mountain.

I also purchased a range bag for $19 at Gander Mountain that came with two soft pistol rugs.

But what he means is that he stores the two long guns he has in a soft bag on top of the two pistol safes that are side by side.

We're in the market for better storage for the rifles as well.

[lovemywoods]

Originally Posted by Pami

But what he means is that he stores the two long guns he has in a soft bag on top of the two pistol safes that are side by side.

We're in the market for better storage for the rifles as well.

Pami,
We men are soooo lucky to have our spouses available to translate for us. What would we do without you???? (read with dripping scarcasm)


lovemywoods

p.s. Contrats on reaching the lofty goal of the 1000 post club!

[W9ZEB]

I completely missed that "Long Guns" portion of the OP

Actually, I've been seriously considering an Inside the wall Rifle safe. They are 16" wide to fit between the wall studs. You can use a large number of screws to secure them.

I was thinking behind one of the doors inside/near the master bedroom would be a good location. Out of sight, yet secure and easy(ish) to get to.

[ARGarrison]

I had a wooden gun rack from when I was in high school. It was filled and started stacking in corners like most people did in the past. Finally broke down and got a safe. Stack on Total Defense Select.

Stack-On | Total Defense Safes

Have one soft gun rug, one soft paded gun case, but use the hard plastic gun cases with the foam mostly to transport long guns. Can get two long guns in a case as long as they are not scoped or are an AR.

[JcJ]

I have this "safe" Stack-On | Gun Cabinets

It's bolted to the floor. I admit it's not vary theft proof and not for everyone but I have it mostly to keep my kids out. You can't beat the price for kid proofing. I figure if somebody really wants my stuff they are taking it one way or the other..

[Annie]

As of currently posting, all my long guns (6) are in a locked cabinet with the handguns (3, since the downsize) locked below. We are seeking a fire safe type vault to store them in, as well.

[Ri22o]

Originally Posted by ARGarrison

I had a wooden gun rack from when I was in high school. It was filled and started stacking in corners like most people did in the past. Finally broke down and got a safe. Stack on Total Defense Select.

Stack-On | Total Defense Safes

Have one soft gun rug, one soft paded gun case, but use the hard plastic gun cases with the foam mostly to transport long guns. Can get two long guns in a case as long as they are not scoped or are an AR.

I have the same safe, but the 36 gun unit. I like it.