Safe place to store a safe?

[fg12351]

Hey all,

I'm inheriting a long gun safe from my father who has one that came with his new cabin. I was wondering where to put this thing. Can I store it in my finished basement or will it and my guns (that I will eventually be purchasing) rust? I have a dehumidifier that keeps it around 60-65% humidity. I have an enclosed small closet under the stairs in the basement that I thought would be great.

I think the safe is similar to the stack-on type safes but am not sure.

It's not a very large safe, would a second floor be an option?

Let me know your thoughts,

Thanks,

FG12351

 

[Sylvain]

Hey all,

I'm inheriting a long gun safe from my father who has one that came with his new cabin. I was wondering where to put this thing. Can I store it in my finished basement or will it and my guns (that I will eventually be purchasing) rust? I have a dehumidifier that keeps it around 60-65% humidity. I have an enclosed small closet under the stairs in the basement that I thought would be great.

I think the safe is similar to the stack-on type safes but am not sure.

It's not a very large safe, would a second floor be an option?

Let me know your thoughts,

Thanks,

FG12351

It depends on the weight of the safe, the size doesnt say much about the weight.
If it's too heavy having it on the second floor could be a problem, it could also be a problem to carry it in your basement.

I would not worry too much about humidity if you clean and oil your guns on a regular basis but that's just me.

 

[patience0830]

2nd floor

2nd floor for a small safe should not be a problem. screw it to the floor and the studs in the wall. IMHO humidity is to be avoided with iron objects. That includes tools and guns. I keep mine in an HVAC conditioned space.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I do not have a dehumidifier in my safe. I oil my guns once a week, and I have yet to have any rust problems. You can by desiccant packs that you cook in the oven to recharge them.

 

[markiemark]

I would think the basement would be fine......especially if you have a dehumidifier down there with it. If your still concerned about it you could get the dry packs or get the golden rod. I use it in mine i have and have not had any problems.

 

[Leo]

I had to keep my safe in a basement for a while. I made a sturdy pallet of 2 X 4 boards to raise the safe up off the floor and to allow air to circulate, to keep the concrete floor from sweating. It worked, I didn't get any rust on the bottom of my safe. I did keep the firearms well oiled, just incase. Good Luck

 

[Rampdog]

The best place would be my house. I have the perfect spot for it.

C'mon guys, you knew someone was bound to say it.

 

[fg12351]

Thanks for the info guys....I may try the basement and just keep the dehumidifier going. Will report back.