Firearms Storage For Your Customers Lifestyle

It’s easier than you think to remind all customers to periodically review their firearm storage practices. A Gun Storage For Your Lifestyle handout is available from the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). You can use it a as point of purchase document, counter display or include as an attachment in customer correspondence.

It’s always good to present storage options to customers — even regulars! BVecause people’s lives change — a child grows older and becomes more curious, a teenager or adult happens to be going through a rough patch in life or other situations might require a change in storage habits or devices. When circumstances warrant it, temporary offsite storage can be a solution, but remember to encourage them to always follow applicable firearm transfer laws.

As you know, gun owners can choose from multiple options for safely storing and protecting firearms when they’re not in use. Following are just a few of the storage options available to firearms owners. For the greatest level of security, encourage using a combination of safety mechanisms and remember to remind them to educate family members about the core rules of gun safety and handling firearms properly.

Cable Lock: $10–$50

• Affordable

• Accessible

• Theft deterrent

A cable lock can be used on most firearms, allows for quick acess in an emergency and offers security from theft. The cable runs through the barrel or action of a firearm to prevent it from being accidentally fired, requiring either a key or combination to unlock it.

Gun Case: $10–$150

• Affordable

• Portable

• Protects from damage

For those looking to conceal, protect or legally transport a registered firearm, a gun case is an affordable solution available in a variety of materials including plastic, fabric or metal. Be sure to lock it with an external device for added security.

The example here is from MTM Case-Gard.

Lock Box: $25–$350

• Portable

• Accessible
• Protects from damage

With integrated locks, storage boxes provide reliable protection for firearms, and allow gun owners to legally transport them outside of their home.

The example here is from Hornady.

Electronic Lock Box: $50–$350

• Portable

• Theft deterrent

• Protects from damage

Electronic lock boxes are an effective way to store or legally transport firearms, and they also prevent theft since only the person with the code can access the contents. Some electronic lock boxes are specially designed for quick access to stored firearms.

The example here is from Gunvault.

Full Size and Biometric Gun Safes: $200–$2,500

• Theft deterrent

• Protects from damage

A gun safe protects its contents from the elements and allows owners to safely store multiple firearms in one place. Gun safes of all sizes are now available with biometric options to ensure only certain people have access.

The example here is from Liberty Safe.

Vehicle Storage: $500–$1,500

• Theft deterrent

• Accessible

• Protects from damage

Effective for transporting firearms to the range or field, cargo area storage models are available for sedans, SUVs and trucks. These devices allow for locked storage, concealment and protection from bumps and jostling.

The example here is from TruckVault.

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