Hollon Safes Republic and Reserve Fireproof Gun Safes Go Biometric

Hollon Safes now have a range of biometric gun safes. No, they have not introduced a new range but rather have introduced a biometric E-lock upgrade option for their Republican and Reserve ranges of gun safes. This has been a very clever move by the people at Hollon Safes. By combining the design and constructions features of their proven high quality fireproof gun safes with the ever-increasing popularity of fingerprint biometric locks, Hollon have brought to the market two ranges of fireproof biometric gun safes that represent great value for buyers. 

The Securam BSL-0608 Biometric Lock creates new safe options

All the construction features that make the Republic and Reserve fireproof gun safes more secure than other gun safes on the market; the thickness of the steel, drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock, active spring loader re-lockers, locking bolts covering all 4 sides of the door, one hour fire protection and more; have been married with a Securam BSL-0608 biometric lock. 

Hollon Safe were thoroughly impressed by the Securam lock when their warehouse, tech support team and the owner, a locksmith took one apart. After testing the lock and taking it apart, it was decided at a company meeting to introduce the lock as an optional upgrade for a number of products. Now, with the use of the UL Listed BSL-0608 biometric lock, Hollon Safes has a range of biometric safes that includes fireproof biometric gun safes.

Securam a leading manufacturer of Biometric Locks

Securam have over 21 years of security industry expertise and is a leading manufacturer of electronic security products. Biometric security is one of their specialties and have developed top level fingerprint biometrics that offers superior protection and safekeeping for valuables.

The BSL-0608 biometric lock is a UL Listed, motor driven, swing bolt lock that has proved its durability when tested. Mike, the Hollon Safes warehouse manager, even took his dirty nasty warehouse finger to it and it still read his fingerprint. The lock holds up to 10 fingerprints plus one 10 digit code and unlike most biometric locks out today this one runs on just one 9-volt battery instead of two and still has a battery life span of 2000-3000 operations. 

Republic Gun Safe with PDO

 

Often owners of gun safes also use the safe as handgun safes and the Republican Series of fireproof safes provides owners with a pocket door organizer (PDO) to hold handguns and ammunition. One big positive of having biometric gun safes is that in an emergency access to the safe is via the simple scanning of a fingerprint. Hollon fireproof safes incorporating the BSL-0608 lock has two simple and easy ways of unlocking; by a finger swipe using the fingerprint sensor or if needed by a code.

Many potential gun safe owners ask, “What are the best gun safes?” It can be said without reservation that the Republic and Reserve series of fireproof gun safes provide buyers with exceptionally well designed and constructed safes with a range of sizes and prices that provide excellent value for money.

Wild Hog Hunting

One of the fastest growing hunting sports in the United States is wild hog hunting. In most states wild boar and feral hogs are considered pests and can be hunted year round: even at night in some states. Wild hog hunting; wild boar hunting; does require hunting credentials in all states and the laws pertaining to wild boar hunting vary depending upon whether the state classifies wild hogs as a pest or game. States where wild hogs are considered a pest apply less stringent hunting laws but a hunting license is still required. In some states such as California wild boar hunting season coincides with the deer season and allows deer hunters who have purchased deer tags to legally hunt wild boars.

What gun and ammo do I use for hunting wild hogs?

There is no simple answer and is a question that has been talked about over hunting campfires by generations of hunters. When you go hunting wild hogs, you are hunting a very intelligent animal that have few natural predators and are big and strong. The number one rule is choose a gun best suited to the hunting conditions that ensures a clean kill to minimize the animal’s suffering. An accurately placed shot using a .22 short will kill a hog but be careful if the hog is wounded; a wounded hog is dangerous. For new hunters hunting wild boars the consensus is to use nothing smaller than a 30 caliber.  If restricted by regulations to using a shotgun, a 12 gauge using rifled slugs will produce the best results. When selecting ammo keep in mind that heavier bullets pack a bigger wallop, deliver more energy on target and penetrate brush more effectively than lighter ammo.

Smaller calibers are used for wild hog hunting and are favored by some wild hog hunters for their lightweight and large ammo capacity. While twigs more easily deflect smaller bullets, semi-automatic weapons using smaller calibers are handy when large groups of hogs are encountered.

Keep weapons secured

Accidental shootings involving children, the increasing number of reported burglaries and the ever present danger of fire provide the keystone reasons for US households installing fireproof gun safes.

Surveys reveal 40% of US homes with children have guns and that 50% of homes with guns do not secure firearms in gun safes. For the home there are multiple types of safes suitable for use as a gun safe. There are gun safes specifically made for long guns and pistols with biometric safes proving popular. Fireproof home safes come in many sizes and are perfect for use as a gun safe. Wall safes and floor safes can be used as pistol gun safes and provide the added security of stealth when securing pistols from inquisitive children.

Gun safes, preferably fireproof gun safes are the most secure way of protecting children from accidental firing fatalities; protecting valuable weapons in the event of a fire and for securing guns from the attention of burglars.

The PDORG-45 Republic Series Forty-Five Gun Fireproof Gun Safe



PDORG45 with Pocket Door Organizer

The interior of the PDO RG-45C Hollon Republic Series fireproof gun safe has exterior dimensions of 72" high x 42" wide x 28" deep providing 32.5 cubic feet of interior storage space. Four removable shelves; three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf provides safe storage for 45 rifles inside the safe plus extra storage using the pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 45 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

All the Hollon Republic series gun safe cabinets are Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fire protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. Two layers of fireboard one inch thick provide fireproofing of the 1.25-inch thick body while the five-inch door has three layers of fireboard 1.5" thick. In the event of a fire, weapons secured in the RG-45 gun safe are protected from water and smoke damage by a heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

To protect the gun safe from being pried open the five-inch thick door has 1/4 inch (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door plus drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock. Additionally, the construction of the PDO RG-45 gun safes door includes seven (11) active steel 1 1/2" locking bolts and three (5) 1 1/2 inch fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the PDORG45 has an active spring-loaded re-locker. The high quality construction of the door is complimented by the steel construction of the safe's body which is made of one eighth inch seamless steel.

The safe has been constructed using external hinges to allow a full 180-degree door opening and facilitate removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. To ensure the safe remains locked if the hinges are removed the door of the PRO-RG45 has been constructed with three (5) 1 1/2 inch fixed locking bolts on the hinge side. Even when the hinges are completely removed the door remains securely in place.

While the safe has an unloaded weight of 1,012lbs it still comes with pre-drilled anchor holes to allow the gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

Hollon Safe's PRO-RG45 fireproof gun safe cabinet far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction.

Hollon Safe PDO RG-39C Republic Series Fireproof Gun Safe

The interior dimensions of the PDO RG-39C Hollon Republic Series fireproof gun safe (56” high x 36.5” wide x 16.75”’ deep) provides 22.5 cubic feet of interior storage space. The dimensions provide long gun capacity of 39 rifles inside the safe plus extra storage using the pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 39 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

PDO RG-39C with Door Organizer

The body of the gun safe is constructed using 9 gauge plate steel and is 1.25” thick consisting of two layers of fireboard one inch thick The door is 5” thick with three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. In the event of a fire weapons secured in the RG-39C gun safe are protected from water and smoke damage by heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

Burglary protection comes by way of the design and steel used in the construction of these high quality fireproof gun safes. The body of the gun safe is constructed of 9 gauge seamless steel and the 5” door has ¼" (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door plus drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

The PRO RG-39C gun safe has seven (7) active steel 1 1/2” locking bolts and three (3) 1 ½” fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the RG39 has an active spring-loaded re-locker.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. While the safe has an unloaded weight of 650lbs it still comes with pre-drilled anchor holes to allow the gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RG39 gun safe has four removable shelves; three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, and is finished in a soft plush tan trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction.

RSV-5930C – Reserve Series 22 Gun Fireproof Gun Safe

Like the RSV-5922C sixteen gun capacity gun safe the Hollon Safe Reserve Series RSV-5930C is also a fireproof gun safe having a long gun capacity of 22 rifles. Unlike the more expensive PRO RG-22 Republic Series gun safe the RSV-5930C does not come with a pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 22 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. To ensure weapons secured in the RSV-5930C gun safe are protected in the event of a fire the safe door has a heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

Fireproofing in the 1.25” thick body of the safe consists of two layers of fireboard one inch thick while the 5” thick door has three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. Burglary protection comes by way of the design and steel used in the construction of these high quality fireproof gun safes. The body and door of the gun safe is constructed of 10-gauge seamless steel with the door having a drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

The RSV-5930C has seven (7) active steel 1” locking bolts and three (3) 1” fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the RSV-5930C has an active spring-loaded re-locker.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. Pre-drilled anchor holes allow the 350 lb (unloaded weight) gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RSV-5930C gun safe has four removable shelves - three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, a removable gun rack and finished in a soft plush grey trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction. As quoted by Hollon Safe, “Each Hollon Safe is designed to the top of our industries standards and then a little higher to ours. We maintain one of the highest standards of design and durability in the industry”.

PDO RG-22C Republic Series Fireproof Gun Safe.

The interior dimensions of the PDO RG-22C Hollon Republic Series fireproof gun safe (56” high x 27.5” wide x 17 ¼’ deep) provides 16.93 cubic feet of interior storage space. The dimensions provide long gun capacity of 22 rifles inside the safe plus extra storage using the pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 22 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

The body of the safe is 1.25” thick consisting of two layers of fireboard one inch thick while the door is 5” thick with three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. In the event of a fire weapons secured in the RG-22 gun safe are protected from water and smoke damage by heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

Burglary protection comes by way of the design and steel used in the construction of these high quality fireproof gun safes. The body of the gun safe is constructed of 9 gauge seamless steel and the 5” door has ¼" (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door plus drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

The PRO RG-22 gun safe has seven (7) active steel 1 1/2” locking bolts and three (3) 1 ½” fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the RG22 has an active spring-loaded re-locker.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. While the safe has an unloaded weight of 650lbs it still comes with pre-drilled anchor holes to allow the gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RG22 gun safe has four removable shelves; three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, and is finished in a soft plush tan trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction.

RSV-5922C – Reserve Series Sixteen Gun Fireproof Gun Safe

The RSV-5922C fireproof gun safe is the smallest of the Hollon Reserve series of fireproof gun safes having a long gun capacity of 16 rifles. Unlike the more expensive PRO RG-16 Republic Series gun safe the RSV-5922C does not come with a pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 16 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.



RSV-5922

The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. To ensure weapons secured in the RG-16 gun safe are protected from water and smoke damage in the event of a fire the safe door has a heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

Fireproofing in the 1.25” thick body of the safe consists of two layers of fireboard one inch thick while the 5” thick door has three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. Burglary protection comes by way of the design and steel used in the construction of these high quality fireproof gun safes. The body and door of the gun safe is constructed of 10-gauge seamless steel with the door having a drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

RSV-5922 Shelving

The RSV-5922C has seven (7) active steel 1” locking bolts and three (3) 1” fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the RG16 has an active spring-loaded re-locker.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. Pre-drilled anchor holes allow the 350 lb (unloaded weight) gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RSV-5922C gun safe has four removable shelves - three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, a removable gun rack and finished in a soft plush grey trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction.

Gun Safety – Secure Guns in a Gun Safe

This year across the country background checks on people purchasing concealed firearms is up an average of ten percent. Carrying a concealed weapon in public is legal in forty-nine of the fifty US states, as long as you have a permit; there is also a requirement that firearms are secured when not being carried. Reports are also showing large amounts of ammunition are also being sold. These sales of guns and ammo are in line with spikes in requests for secluded pistol licenses whenever there is a gun related tragedy.

AX11678 Compact Gun Safe

Guns left in a car must be locked, concealed from view and preferably secured in a gun safe. The AX11812 Compact Key Lock Safe is an ideal size gun safe for the car or when travelling.  When being used in motor vehicles as a gun safe the AX11812 can be mounted using the included steel mounting sleeve and mounting hardware. For gun owners looking for a combination lock gun safe the AX11678 Combination Compact Gun Safe features solid steel construction and comes with a long self-locking security cable to keep the gun safe secured to a large fixed object inside the vehicle.



AX116522 Biometric Gun Safe

For the home and office, there are multiple types of safes suitable for use as a gun safe. There are gun safes specifically made for long guns and pistols that includes safes featuring biometric, combination, key and electronic keypads. Fireproof home safes come in many sizes and are perfect for use as a gun safe and there is a safe for all budgets. Wall safes and floorsafes are also used as gun safes and provide the added security of stealth when securing guns from inquisitive children.

If yours is one of the 40% of US homes with guns and one of the 50% that doesn’t have a gun safe now is the time to purchase a gun safe and give children, visitors and family the security they deserve.

Gun Security - There are over 1,500 accidental firing fatalities a year in the United States. What is alarming is that guns are the second highest cause of non-natural deaths for children in the United States. Surveys reveal 40% of US homes with children have guns and that 50% of homes with guns do not store the firearms safely.

The American Academy of Paediatricians (AAP) recommends:

• The gun should be locked up
• The gun should not be loaded
• Ammunition should never be stored with the gun
• Ammunition should be locked away separately to the guns
• Safe keys or combinations should not be available to children

To secure guns the best protection is a fireproof gun safe. A good gun safe offers both fire protection and in the event of fire water protection from the gallons of water used to extinguish the blaze.

Hollon RSV-5922C – The Sixteen Rifle Reserve Series Fireproof Gun Safe.

The Hollon Reserve series of fireproof gun safes are a great alternative to the more expensive Republic Series of gun safes. The RSV-5922C like the PDO RG-16C has a long gun capacity of 16 rifles inside the safe but comes without a pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 16 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

As with the PDO RG-16C gun safe the body of the safe is 1.25” thick consisting of two layers of fireboard one inch thick while the door is 5” thick with three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. In the event of a fire the safe door has, a heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

The steel used in the body of the gun safe is ten (10) gauge seamless as is the door. Ten-gauge solid steel plate added to the entire door plus drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock provides excellent steel protection in the event of an attempted forced entry.

Like the PRO RG-16 gun safe the RSV-5922C has seven (7) active steel locking bolts, three (3) fixed locking bolts on the hinged side and an active spring-loaded re-locker to prevent punch attacks. The major difference here, is that the RSV-5992C locking bolts are one inch (1”) diameter compared to the one and a half inch diameter (1 1/2”) of the RG-16C. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. Pre-drilled anchor holes allow the gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RSV-5922C gun safe has four removable shelves, three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, and is finished in a soft plush grey trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and at a price nearly 20% cheaper than the PRO RG-16C represents great value.

Hollon PDO RG-16C Republic Series Fireproof Gun Safe.

The PDO RG-16C may be the smallest of the Hollon Republic series of fireproof gun safes but it still boasts a long gun capacity of 16 rifles inside the safe plus extra storage using the pocket door organizer. The quoted gun capacity of 16 rifles will vary and is dependent upon the size of the rifles and accessories.

The body of the safe is 1.25” thick consisting of two layers of fireboard one inch thick while the door is 5” thick with three layers of fireboard 1.5” thick. The safe is Torch Resistant Fire Rated for one-hour fireproof protection at 1250 degrees Fahrenheit. To ensure weapons secured in the RG-16 gun safe are protected from water and smoke damage in the event of a fire the safe door has a heat activated intumescent door seal designed to seal out smoke and water.

Burglary protection comes by way of the design and steel used in the construction of these high quality fireproof gun safes. The body of the gun safe is constructed of 9 gauge seamless steel and the 5” door has ¼" (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door plus drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

The PRO RG-16 gun safe has seven (7) active steel 1 1/2” locking bolts and three (3) 1 ½” fixed locking bolts on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are chrome plated solid steel. To prevent punch attacks the RG16 has an active spring-loaded re-locker.

External hinges allow full 180 degree door opening and removal of the gun safe door for maintenance or repair. Pre-drilled anchor holes allow the gun safe to be bolted into position making it impossible for thieves to make off with the safe.

The interior of the RG16 gun safe has four removable shelves, three small adjustable shelves and one full length adjustable shelf, and is finished in a soft plush tan trim.

The design of this fireproof gun safe far exceeds California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers and is well priced for a safe of this design and construction.

Recommendations For Purchasing A Biometric Gun Safe

Investing in a gun safe is the most effective way for securing handguns at home or in the office and is a security measure many take to safeguard families and valuables. Biometric gun safes are becoming the preferred option for many gun owners due to users being able to gain quick access using the fingerprint technology. The following recommendations will help

Biometric Wall Safe

• Decide what you are going to secure in your biometric gun safe. The size safe purchased will be dependent upon how many guns and other valuables are to be secured. Biometric safes range in size from the typical home safe to smaller safes that can be hidden in a drawer, mounted to a bench or secured in a vehicle.
• Know how the biometric gun safe is to be installed. Biometric wall safes may require installation by a professional while a drawer safe can be easily fitted into a bedside cabinet.  
• When purchasing a safe ensure the biometrics are reliable and you will not have to worry when opening the safe in an emergency.
• Always look for brands from top manufacturers who offer at least a one-year warranty on their safes. Protex and Baska are two popular biometric gun manufacturers that provide biometric gun safes that are reliable and easy to use.
• Before choosing a biometric gun safe check the safes design and construction for the level of security offered. Importantly, look for pistol safes that can stand against overrides, have a solid steel safe door and body to withstand attempted security breaches.

• Make sure the safe allows storage information for multiple users. Provision for multiple users allows opening of the biometric gun safe by responsible family members or other trusted individuals should you be absent in an emergency.  

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  Biometric Drawer Safe.

  Ensure the safe is easy to use.  Look for biometric safes with fingerprint scanners that are both easy to access and easy to use by all registered users whatever the situation.

When researching biometric gun safes look for top brands having reliable fingerprint readers and know what size safe you require to enable decisions on what installation is required. As with any safe purchase, there are design considerations that need to be considered when purchasing a biometrics gun safe. What level of security is offered, what and how many users can be stored and how easy is the safe to operate?

Hollon Republic Series Fireproof Gun Safe Cabinets – How Do They Shape Up.

Experts in this field of gun safe cabinets, locksmiths and vendors alike, agree that there are a number of recommended guidelines for purchasers to follow when buying a gun safe cabinet. These recommendations are well documented on the internet and this article is not going to re-hash the reasons for following the recommendations. Rather, the purpose of this article is to summarize the guidelines and then compare the recommendations with the specifications for the Hollon Gun Safe Cabinet Republic Series.

What to look for when buying a gun safe cabinet:

• How many rifles do you want to secure now and consider what future requirements you may have.
• Safe doors with plate steel ¼" to ½" thick
• Safe bodies constructed of 10 gauge steel or thicker
• Constructed using continuous welds not stitch welds.
• Dial, digital or biometric lock

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  PRO RG39 Gun Safe with Pocket Door
  Organizer and Opening 180 Degrees

  A minimum of two locking bolts on each of the safes four sides
• Hardened steel locking bolts 1" to 1½" in diameter.
• A relocker of some form is essential.
• Preferably external hinges
• Pre-drilled anchor holes for anchoring the safe in position.
• Preferable the gun safe cabinet should be fireproof.
• A fireproof gun cabinet should have an expandable door seal.

How does the PRO Republic Series compare:

Coming in four sizes, holding from sixteen (16) to forty-five (45) rifles, and having security for pistols using the pocket door organizer the PRO Republic gun safe cabinet series has the range of safes to suit your requirements now and into the future.

5' Doors with 1 1/2" Locking Bolts

Having doors 5" thick with ¼" (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door for pry bar resistance and drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock the Republic series gun cabinet doors are well constructed to resist burglary attempts.

The body of the RG45 gun safe cabinet is constructed of 1/8" seamless steel

Unlike the body construction of RG16, RG22 and RG39 gun safe cabinets, which are constructed of nine (9) gauge (5/32") seamless steel the steel used in the RG45 gun safe is one eighth inch 1/8” seamless.

Debate is strong in the industry over what is the best lock for a gun safe with a number of people considering combination locks more durable and trouble free than digital locks and biometric locks even though they are slower to open. Combination locks come standard with the PRO gun cabinet.

Importantly all the Republic Series Gun Safe come with locking bolts on the hinge side. This is especially important due to the safes having external hinges. With the exception of the PDO-RG45 gun safe cabinet, which has eleven (11) active steel locking bolts plus five (5) fixed locking bolts on the hinged side, the other gun safes in the PRO series have seven (7) active steel locking bolts and three (3) on the hinged side. All the locking bolts are 1 to 1 1/2" diameter chrome plated solid steel.

An active spring loaded re-locker to prevent punch attacks comes standard with each gun cabinet in the series.

To allow the safe door to open a full 180 degree door opening the Republic series safes are constructed with external hinges.

While the gun safes may be quite heavy a determined burglar will still find a way of moving a safe so each gun safe cabinet comes with pre-drilled anchor holes.

Three layers of fireboard in the door and two layers in the body provide Torch Resistant Fire Rated protection of one hour at 1250 degrees F. To protect the safes interior, and the valuables it contains from smoke and water, the PRO series of safes have a heat activated expandable intumescent door seal.

The PRO Republic Series gun safes not only meet the recommendations but in many instances exceeds the recommendations living up to the Hollon Safes core value of ‘constructing safes to the top of industry standards and then a little higher to ours’.

Gun Safes – Twelve Key Recommendations for Buyers

The following twelve rules of thumb for buyers purchasing gun safes have been compiled using the blog articles, videos and commentary of locksmiths and industry experts in this field. In their commentary about what to look for when buying gun safes these well-regarded experts all refer to these recommendations in one form or another. The reasons for following these gun safe cabinet recommendations are well documented on the internet and this article is not going to re-hash these reasons. Rather, the purpose of this article is to summarize the guidelines to provide buyers with a framework of what to look for when purchasing  gun safes.

Recommendations for buying a gun safe cabinet:

• Know what the gun safe cabinet is to be used for now and what your future requirement might be.
• Gun safe cabinet doors made of plate steel ¼” to ½” thick
• Safe bodies constructed of 10 gauge steel or thicker
• Constructed using continuous welds not stitch welds.
• The gun safe cabinet can have a dial, digital or biometric lock
• A minimum of two locking bolts on each of the gun safes four sides
• Locking bolts made of hardened steel and 1”to 1 ½ “in diameter.
• Locking bolts on the hinge side of the gun safe cabinet door - minimum of two
• The safe should come with a relocker.
• Preferably external hinges but must have a minimum of two locking bolts on the hinge side.
• A gun safe cabinet should have pre-drilled anchor holes
• Preferable the gun safe cabinet should be fireproof.
• A fireproof gun safe cabinet should have an expandable door seal.

Locking Bolts on the PRO RG45
Republic Series Gun Safes

1 1/2" Chrome Plated Locking Bolts
Hollon PRO Republic Series gun Safes

Many gun safes on the market do meet and exceed the criteria listed above. It is then up to the buyer to weigh up which gun safe cabinet gives them the value for money for their budget.