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Behind the Fingerprint: The Only Biometric Safe Locks We Recommend


Jeff Snope
After 17 years of hands-on experience, our Master Safe Technician has found only two biometric lock brands worth trusting: Securam for traditional safes and Vaultek for quick-access home defense units.
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Are Gun Safe Locks with a Key Bypass Safe?


Jeff Snope
Get the full rundown of dangers, maintenance issues, technical issues, and more that gun safe locks with a key bypass present.
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What Are the Best Gun Safe Locks?


Jeff Snope
What to know about mechanical locks and dial locks. Plus, which locks offer the best reliability and longevity.
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What is the Best Safe Lock for Me?

What is the Best Safe Lock for Me?


Jeff Snope
Don’t let the wrong lock keep you from accessing your safe. Make sure to install the proper U.L. Listed lock on your safe based on your needs.
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EMP-Proof Gun Safe Lock

EMP-Proof Gun Safe Lock


Jeff Snope
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What to Know About Gun Safes with Combination Locks

What to Know About Gun Safes with Combination Locks


Mikaela Judd
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Why Key Bypass Locks Make Your Safe Vulnerable | Northwest Safe

Why Key Bypass Locks Make Your Safe Vulnerable


David Ballestrasse
Some websites tout key bypasses (aka key backups) as an emergency safety net. What these articles fail to explain is that key bypass makes your gun safe extremely vulnerable. Simply put, a gun safe with a key bypass is a security threat. 
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What Are the Best Safe Locks?


Jeff Snope
There are three types of gun safe locks: biometric locks, keypad locks, and mechanical locks. Each type has its own, unique advantages. The following are our top picks for each type.
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Changing Manual Locks to Electronic Keypad Safe Locks

Changing Manual Locks to Electronic Keypad Safe Locks


Mikaela Judd
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