Not beating you up, but there's little point to buying the safe - they'll just take the safe. Any dedicated person who gets access to your home without you being there will get the guns - that is no question, but if you're not going to bolt it down, you could have spent $150 or so on a metal cabinet - that would provide basic security against little ones and normal burglars, or other people who have casual, regular access to the home.

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The safe does not have a power supply for a dehumidifier.

Yeah - I use the plug in, rechargeable ones - you want the newer "orange" ones, because the older ones are toxic.

And, to cut down on moisture, you can leave it open, most of the time, and only close it when you leave. Adds a hassle to your procedure, but cuts down on the corrosion issue.

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I was thinking of building some sort of platform out of 2x4s and plywood or buying some kind of rubbing matting

I highly recommend the rubber stall mats from Tractor Supply - they're cheap, thick and durable. I floored my home gym with them. 3/4" of dense rubber made from recycled tires. You can cut to fit. Be advised, they weigh like 75 to 100 pounds, but you'll be able to use it for several applications.

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Posted by Shexter

Prairieville

Member since Feb 2014

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Posted on 8/28/15 at 9:35 am to Ace Midnight

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they'll just take the safe.

Product Weight (Lb.): 485

Not impossible, but add 42 guns to that, and they're going to be a while getting that safe out the door.

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Posted by ChatRabbit77

Baton Rouge

Member since May 2013

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Posted on 8/28/15 at 9:37 am to Ace Midnight

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Not beating you up, but there's little point to buying the safe - they'll just take the safe.

Idk about OP's weight on his safe but there is no way in frick someone could move my Liberty. It is just too damn heavy. We didnt bolt it so we wouldn't ruin our marble but since we alway turn on the house alarm and the safe is too heavg to move, we arent worried.

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Posted by ForeverLSU02

Albany

Member since Jun 2007

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Posted on 8/28/15 at 10:02 am to Ace Midnight

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Not beating you up, but there's little point to buying the safe - they'll just take the safe. Any dedicated person who gets access to your home without you being there will get the guns - that is no question, but if you're not going to bolt it down, you could have spent $150 or so on a metal cabinet - that would provide basic security against little ones and normal burglars, or other people who have casual, regular access to the home.

I knew this issue was going to be brought up. I actually had my explanation typed out in my OP, but I deleted it b/c I was getting long winded

I have a monitored wireless alarm system on my home. I seriously doubt someone is going to stick around attempting to move a 500# (empty weight) when shite hits the fan. I'm more concerned with fire and petty thiefs who make a quick run through the house just looking for shite to grab. I only plan on being in this house for another 5 years and I didn't want to damage the surface under the safe anymore than I have to.