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The Importance of Storing Firearms in a Gun Safe

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Americans own guns for many reasons such as hunting, recreational target practice, personal and family protection, collecting and simply because it is a Constitutional right. It is important to understand that, while nearly anyone can purchase and own firearms, they are extremely dangerous weapons which necessitate safe handling and storage. Durable gun safes are the ideal place to store guns and other weapons, ammunition and accessories. Appropriate storage is important for personal safety reasons but also to prevent theft and mishandling, as either could lead to injury and even death. A majority of gun owners report that protecting children is their top priority when shopping for a gun safe. Inquisitive kids of any age can unknowingly pull the trigger of a loaded gun and accidentally harm themselves and/or others. A locked safe can prevent serious injuries and even death that too often result from open access to firearms. Gun safes also prevent dangerous firearms

Why Gun Safes are Important Investments

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Since the Second Amendment was adopted in 1791, it has been continually reinterpreted by courts at all levels—up to and including the US Supreme Court. Regardless of one’s political views on gun rights or gun control, everyone agrees that these decisions have led to the explosive proliferation of guns. Americans own an estimated 175 million guns, which equates to one gun for every 1.85 persons. With so many firearms in circulation, secure storage has become a necessity as they must be kept out of the hands of children and other unauthorized parties. Far too often we read about unintentional injuries and deaths resulting from open or easy access to guns. Just as deadbolts, alarms and video surveillance systems help keep homes safe from break-ins, gun safes protect guns and limit handling to those with the key or code. As the name implies, gun safes are storage containers—usually fire-proof—which are specially-designed to secure and protect guns, ammunition and accessories.