Gun safes are invaluable safe-keeping for home owners and business people alike. Their inherent values lie in the fact that they can secure guns from burglars and the curiosity of kids in your home.
Two notable gun safes are Stack on GS8 Gun Safe and SentrySafe G0135 Gun Safe. If you’ve been deliberating between the two safes, we’ll be glad to help you pick out the attributes of both safes.
Locking Mechanism
G0135 features 2 live-locking steel bolts locking mechanism located on top and the bottom of the safe. Security is bolstered by an 8 lever key plus a double bit key that effectually deters theft in the event of a break-in.
On the other hand, Stack On features a 3-number combination lock mechanism which is drill-resistant and, this is a plus. Security is enhanced by hardened steel plate at the back of the lock. Besides, there are 3 live steel bolts which allow you to lock them from 6 separate parts and you can also retract and suspend the bolts. Thus, it is evident that this safe is more than a match to any security threat posed by theft.
Interior and Spacing
The SentrySafe G0135 can hold 5 long guns in just 3.5 ft. of space. It can reasonably secure an assortment of handguns and rifles.
With its capacity, you’ll have adequate space to store at least a scope gun and 5 standard rifles minus attachments. Its interior also feature a small carpeted shelf at the top secure your shotguns and prevent it from scratching.
The shelves have holes through which your long guns can poke and the space can store extra ammo or pistol.
Similarly, Stack On offers you a reasonable storage capacity. Its interior space can hold 8 long guns and it can secure different types of guns.
The space can hold guns up to 52 inches in length, but above this length, you will detach the shelves. The shelves are positioned at the back which means you can store the guns at the front section of the unit. The interior wall is carpeted and also features barrel rests for holding scoped rifles.
Styling and Design
SentrySafe is sleek in design and its aesthetics is fair. Amazingly, it can blend well with the décor of your room. Its black color is perfect for concealment and agreeable as well.
On the other hand, Stack On GS-8 gun safe has a green exterior. Well, this may not be a popular color for a safe, but its rustic look somehow makes its agreeable.
Design and Construction
SentrySafe G0135 is a solidly built line of home safes. It’s one of the reasonably priced, tough, and reliable gun safes which boast of a solid construction. It features a solid steel door plus hidden hinges which deters forced entry. Its thick heavy gauge metal is the first line of defense, and with the recessed door coupled with dual vertical channels, security couldn’t be better.
The Stack On also boasts of a good construction. Its exterior sides are made of thick steel gauge metal welded firmly. At the front is 2 inch thick with heavy steel door. The concealed hinges make the safe a pry resistant unit, thus, easily securing the contents and easing your worries about the safety of your guns.
Installation
SentrySafe G0135 can be mounted to flush to a wall or flat surface to bolster security. This unit comes with pre-drilled holes plus mounting hardware and this facilitates a simple DIY installation. Anyone with a bit of hand-on can bolt it easily on the desired surface.
Likewise, Stack On also gives you the freedom to install it discreetly on a number of surfaces to deter prying. It is advisable to bolt it because of its size and weight (under 200lbs) to prevent it from tipping over and to make it immovable for safety purposes.
Suitability
G0135 is dependable when securing your safes against burglars and curious kids. Nevertheless, it cannot stop an armed burglar from forcing entry into the unit. In addition, this is not UL listed, so it is neither a fireproof nor a waterproof safe. However, it still holds true to its purpose-to secure you guns for safety and security after and when not in use.
In like manner, Stack On will come in handy if your top priority is securing your rifles at home. It also upholds its purpose, but just like its counterpart, it is not designed or certified to be a fireproof safe.
In conclusion, both safes provide simple and reasonable options of securing your firearms. Although each safe has certain flaws, the pricing of each safe actually commensurate its set of features. It is evident that SentrySafe is the better option based on construction and quality.
