Comparing Hollon Safes Republic and Reserve Gun Cabinets

Hollon Safes have two ranges of gun cabinets; the Republic range of fireproof gun cabinets and the Reserve range of gun cabinets. Both series of gun cabinets (gun safes) are, according to Hollon Safes, built to ‘far exceed California Department of Justice Regulatory Standards for Residential Security Containers’.

Not all gun cabinets are built the same and what makes one brand of gun cabinets more secure than another starts with the amount of steel used in the construction of the body and door. The Republic series of gun cabinets have ¼” (3 gauge) solid steel plate added to the entire door to for pry bar resistance and drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock. The body of the RG16, RG22 and RG39 gun cabinets are constructed of 9 gauge (5/32”) seamless steel and the RG45 gun cabinets of 1/8” steel. The doors and body of the Reserve Series of gun cabinets are constructed of slightly thinner,10 gauge (9/64”) thick steel, and like the Republic gun cabinets have drill/ballistic armored hard plate to protect the lock.

PRO RG-22 Fireproof Gun Safe with Organizer

PRO RG-45 Showing Locking Bolts

The following table compares other construction features incorporated in the security construction of the Republic and Reserve series of gun cabinets.

	Active Solid Steel Locking Bolts	Fixed Locking Bolts Hinged Side	3 Way Active Locking Bolts Covering all 4 Sides of Door	Active Spring Loaded Re-Locker	Pre-Drilled Anchor Holes
PDO-RG16	7 x 1 ½”	3 x 1 ½”	Yes	Yes	Yes
PDO-RG22	7 x 1 ½”	3 x 1 ½”	Yes	Yes	Yes
PDO-RG39	7 x 1 ½”	3 x 1 ½”	Yes	Yes	Yes
PDO-RG45	11 x 1 ½”	5 x 1 ½”	Yes	Yes	Yes
RSV922	7 x 1”	3 x 1”	Yes	Yes	Yes
RSV5930	7 x 1”	3 x 1”	Yes	Yes	Yes
RSV5939	7 x 1”	3 x 1”	Yes	Yes	Yes

Fire protection for guns held in gun cabinets is a critical feature when doing comparisons of the gun cabinets available in the market place. Both the Republic and Reserve series of gun cabinets are one hour fireproof rated at 1250 degrees F. To further protect valuables both series of gun cabinets have a heat activated expandable intumescent door seal designed to protect the safes interior from smoke and water.

The major differences when comparing the aesthetic features of the two safes is the high gloss powder coated exterior finish of the Republican Series and the inclusion of an organizer in the Republican gun cabinets. The following table compares the features of each of the gun cabinets in the Hollon Safes range.

	High Gloss Powder Coated Finish	Trim with Soft Plush Tan Interior	Full Length Adjustable/Removable Shelf	Small Adjustable/Removable Shelves	Removable Gun Rack
PDO-RG16	Yes	Yes	1	3	Yes
PDO-RG22	Yes	Yes	1	3	Yes
PDO-RG39	Yes	Yes	1	3	Yes
PDO-RG45	Yes	Yes	1	6	Yes
RSV922	Black Texture Powder Coated	Yes	1	3	Yes
RSV5930	Black Texture Powder Coated	Yes	1	3	Yes
RSV5939	Black Texture Powder Coated	Yes	1	3	Yes

In closing the major differences between the two series of gun cabinets are the gauge of steel used in their doors and bodies, the difference in diameter of the locking bolts and the exterior finish. This is reflected in the pricing of the gun cabinets. What this does provide is the flexibility for buyers to have exceptional gun safe security at a price and level to suit their requirements.  

Protex PWS-1814E Burglary Resistant Wall Safes

To secure valuables and important documents against burglary, burglary resistant wall safes are the perfect choice for home and business owners. PWS-1814E burglary resistant wall safes come with all the security features expected of high quality wall safes that can be used at home or in the office. The 5/8” thick formed steel door combined with the security features of the digital electronic keypad allows you to rest easy knowing valuables are well protected against theft.

Protex PWS-1814E burglary resistant wall safes come with a number of features to ensure you can always access your valuables.

• Double Code System: These wall safes come with a personal code (4-6 digits) for everyday use and a master code (6 digits) to override the personal code in case it is forgotten.
• Emergency Override Key: An emergency override key is supplied with PWS-1814E wall safes for use if both the personal and master codes are forgotten or in the rare event the wall safes keypad is malfunctioning.
• Power Override Battery Box: In the event the internal batteries die, simply insert the jack of the power override battery box in the power override hole in the wall safes
keypad and open the safe as normal.

 Security is provided by

Lockout Mode Lock: PWS-1814E wall safes go into lockout mode for 15 minutes when the wrong code is entered three consecutive times.

• Hidden Code Display: Your personal code can be configured so that the code numbers do not display on the LED when entering the wall safes code. This stops anyone looking over your shoulder and seeing your code.
• Solid Steel Construction: A 5/8” thick formed steel door protects these wall safes against pry barring the door open. A heavy-duty gauge steel body compliments this wall safes solid steel door.

Interior features of Protex PWS-1814E burglar resistant wall safes.

• Velvet lined interior to protect valuables from scratching
• Two removable shelves for flexible storage configurations
• .44 cubic feet of storage space

Other Features

• Motorized locking bolt system will open the door automatically
• Designed to be installed between 16" o/c wall studs
• Dual live motorized chrome bolts (3/4" dia.)
• Flush digital keypad

Hollon Safes FB Series of Fireproof Burglary Safes

Hollon HS Fireproof Burglary Safes.

The Hollon FB series of fireproof burglary safes consists of six models ranging in size from 1.23 cubic feet for the popular FB-450E fireproof burglary safes to 14.54 cubic feet for the FB-1505E fireproof burglary safes. All models in the fireproof burglary safes series have a factory Class 350-2 hour fire rating to protect contents of fireproof burglary safes for up to two hours and enough steel and inbuilt security in their construction withstand the attention of burglars.

The Class 350 2-hour fire rating of Hollon fireproof burglary safes provides peace of mind that because the internal temperature will not exceed 350 degrees F in fires reaching temperatures as high as 1700 degrees cash and important documents stored in fireproof burglary safes will be protected. Fireproof burglary safes come with enough steel; 5 ½ inch thick doors and 2 ½ inch thick body, heavy duty vault hinges and locking bolts to deter would be burglars.

With the exception of the smaller FB-450E fireproof burglary safes, which comes with a high intensity auxiliary relock device, added burglary protection comes by way of a security glass relocker system. In the unfortunate event of fire, added protection for valuables stored in the FB series of fireproof safes comes by way of a intumescent door seal that expands when hot to prevent smoke and water damage.

Specifications-Fireproof Burglary Safes

	FB-450E	FB-685E	FB-845E	FB-845WE	FB-1054E	FB-1505E
Cubic Feet	1.23	2.36	3.63	7.45	9.71	14.54
Weight	242	354	440	644	748	1012
Front Bolts	2	3	3	3	4	4
External  Ht – inches	17 5/7	27	33 1/4	33 ¼	41 ½	59 1/4
Ext Width - inches	20	21	21	28	28	28
Ext Depth - inches	20 1/2	20 1/2	22 1/2	29	29	29
Top Bolts			1	2	1	1
Bottom Bolts				2	1	1
Vertical Locking Bar	1	1	1	1	1	1
Adjustable shelf	1	2	2	2	2	2
Anchor Bolt Hole	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Anchor Hardware	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
2hr fireproof	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tri-spoke Handle	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heavy Duty Vault Hinge	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Keypad	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Glass Relocker		Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

The Hollon HS Series of Fireproof Home Safes and Fireproof Office Safes

HS-1750E

The Hollon HS series of fireproof safes range in size from .53 cubic feet and weight of 81lbs for the HS-310 fireproof safes for home to 23 cubic feet and 1,650lbs for the HS-1750 fireproof safes for offices. There are eleven models in this fireproof safes range divided into two categories; fireproof home safes and fireproof office safes. Both categories of fireproof safes are two-hour fire rated and thirty-foot impact rated; are extremely well constructed and feature seamless solid steel wrap on the outside and a solid steel lining on the inside. The seamless construction of these fireproof safes also eliminates the weaknesses associated with welded seams making the safes far more resistant to the attention of burglars.



With the exception of the HS-1750 both categories of fireproof safes have the added security of an anchor bolt hole drilled into the bottom of the safe and come with mounting hardware. Fireproof safes for home; HS-310, HS-360 and HS-500 have two active locking bolts on the opening side and two fixed locking bolts on the hinged side while the office fireproof safes come with three-way locking chrome bolt work.




While both the home safes and office safes come with interior adjustable shelves only the office safes a have a key lockable drawer. Water and smoke damage to valuables stored in the fireproof safe is prevented by the door’s airtight recessed curvature design. In the event of a fire or flood, this is a very important feature for both home safes and office safes in keeping passports, birth certificates, deeds, insurance information or any other important documents and valuables safe and secure.



HS-310



Depending on what is to be secured will dictate the size of the fireproof safe required. Whether for home or office the HS series of fireproof safes are available in a size to suit security requirements not only for today but also into the future and at an affordable price.

HZ-53 and HZ-34 Biometric Safe – Fingerprint Biometric Safes from Protex Safes

The HZ-53 and the smaller HZ-34 fireproof biometric safe from Protex Safes are an excellent choice for home and business owners looking for fireproof burglary safes offering biometric (fingerprint) access. Biometric Safes using fingerprint technology are one of the most popular burglary safe options available and are suitable for home or business. Biometric safes are excellent for guarding against identity theft, protecting dangerous object such as guns and for securing valuable jewelry and cash.

With HZ-53 and HZ-34 biometric safes, you no longer have to worry about where you left the safe key or remembering the right safe combination to access your home or office safe. Simply place your finger on the slot and the safe opens quickly and easily. These high tech HZ series fireproof biometric safes use fingerprint technology to keep valuables locked tight as well as providing quick and easy access. Everyone has a unique fingerprint pattern and because your print is programmed into the biometric safe, you can rest easy knowing when you touch the slot only you can crack the safe. These biometric safes allow up to thirty users to register their fingerprints.

In the unlikely event the batteries fail, the HZ series biometric safes come with two safeguards. There is the external power override that works by plugging it into the safe and opening the safe as normal. The second option is to open the biometric safe by inserting the mechanical key override in the safe and unlocking. Remember not to lock the key inside the biometric safe.

Both the HZ series biometric safe come standard with thirty minutes fireproofing and velvet interior lining to protect valuables from scratching when placed inside the safe. Burglary protection comes by way of a two and a half inch thick door and four anchor bolts to secure the biometric safe to the floor. The HZ-34 weighs 53 lbs and it’s external dimensions are  14-1/8” (W) x 12-7/8” (H) x 13” (D) while the HZ-53 fireproof biometric safe weighs 106 lbs  has external dimensions of 14-7/8” (W) x 21” (H) x 14-1/4” (D). How many times have you wanted to open your home safe and spent hours looking for the key or trying to remember the right combination? With the HZ series Biometric Safe you'll never have to worry about not being able to open your safe again.

HZ-53 Fireproof Biometric Safe

HZ-34 Fireproof Biometric Safe