A small gun safe is much different than a safe used for storing shot guns and rifles. The reason being, this safe has a totally different purpose than the large gun safe.

It also has some benefits over the big gun safe in addition to some down sides over a big gun safe. In the following paragraphs I will go over what these disadvantages and benefits are to ensure that you will know which one is right for you. I'll also provide you with some tips on how to get around some of the disadvantages that come with getting a small gun safe.

The main advantages of this type of safe are its portability, small foot print, and its dedicated purpose. When you are traveling, portability is essential. Having a location to hold your firearm while you're out on the road or staying in a hotel is critical for both your safety and the safety of those around you.

Simply because you're in a hotel, does not mean your kids will be bullet proof. Boys will be boys and it's our job to keep them from our weapons.

Even if you do not have any kids, it's still a good idea to keep your gun safely stored away.

Another benefit of a small gun safe is its size. Individuals living in apartments or sleeping in small or crowded bedrooms merely don't have the space for storing big gun safes. This is where the small gun safe excels. You are able to store these safes right on top of your night stand or underneath your bed.

In addition to this, you do not have to worry about sifting through a bunch of things to get to your weapon. A gun safe this size is only going to have room for your gun along with a couple of other items.

The problem with this size safe is that you have to worry about somebody simply picking it up and walking off with it. Also, you will not be able to store long rifles inside of it.

There simply is no method to get a lengthy rifle into this safe with out completely breaking it down.

However, there's a way to keep individuals from walking off with your small gun safe. The way to do this would be to bolt the safe down to the floor or onto something else that won't easily be removed. This will take away the portability of the safe, but will make it a good theft free safe.