Whether you are a gun collector with a wide variety of guns, pistols, rifles and/or other firearms, or whether you are just your average person who owns a firearm or two, having a gun safe is very important. You will want to know that your weapon is safe from fire and theft or from someone in your home, such as a child, accidentally getting a hold of it.

If you are a gun collector, you may have already looked up a wide variety of gun safe reviews to find the best gun safe. One company that makes a variety of gun safes is Browning. Browning gun safes have been around the last 27 years. Browning makes gun safes for rifles, pistols, long guns, shotguns as well as making gun safes that can fit a mixed collection of different types of firearms. Therefore, no matter what types of firearms you collect, it is likely that you will find a Browning gun safe that will accommodate your collection quite nicely. Browning gun safes, like gun safes made by other companies, come in a variety of sizes. If you are not a firearm collector but would like a safe to store you gun in then you can buy one of the smaller gun safes; Browning gun safes (as well as some other gun safes) also come with small pockets or compartments to store other valuables in, which may make it more worth the price.

As far as whether Browning gun safes are better than other brands of safes on the market that will likely depend on what you are looking for. Whether your priority is having a gun safe that is aesthetic and blends well with your room’s existing decor, or whether you are looking for the most secure type of gun safe available, whether you are looking for something within a certain budget, or if you are looking to have a gun safe custom made or adapted to certain specifications. It may be worth your while to think of what your priority is in buying a gun safe as there are a wide variety of firearm collections that people own and what suits one person just right may not suit another person.

While Browning gun safes are not the most expensive brand of gun safe on the market, neither are they the cheapest. The prices vary greatly depending on what type of gun safe you are looking for, from Browning’s Medallion 55-gun safe with uni-force lock, which is selling for over US$4,000, down to just US$900 for Browning’s TheftGuard TG15 Sheriff gun safe.

Browning gun safes are quite good quality and do offer a wide variety of features. They are made to look attractive, so they are a nice looking addition to your room’s decor; you can buy them in at least five different colors (depending on what type of gun safe you buy). The most secure of the Browning gun safes are their latest model released in 2009, the ProSteel gun safe family. There are a few different models in this family, but they are supposed to be the most secure of all the Browning gun safes to date. Browning gun safes also come with a Duo Plus Storage Extra system, which makes it easier to store longer guns in one area of the gun safe and shorter, smaller guns in another area of the safe; there are also small compartments to store other valuables if you wish. It also makes it handy to get the gun you want out of the gun safe, which is a plus if you have a larger gun collection stored in the safe.

All major retailers, such as Wal-Mart, sell gun safes these days. A good safe is essential for anyone who owns firearms, and considering that not all safes are equal, it is important to do research prior to buying. If you own any firearm, you need to keep it away from children and visitors. Do not make the mistake of thinking that any ole’ safe will do, because it will not.

With that said, are Wal-Mart gun safes worth buying?

Wal-Mart sells a variety of safety products ranging from portable to electronic from different brands. The price tag ranges from $150 – $1,500, depending on the brand, size, and materials from which the safe or cabinet is made. While the price tag is important, it is not the only thing on which you should base your decision. Sometimes you DO get what you pay for, so buying too cheaply is not a good idea.

If you were to go by reviews on the department store’s website, you will see that consumers are overall pleased with gun safes from Wal-Mart. The retailer sells products from manufacturers such as Sentry, Honeywell, and DAC SportSafe. Let us take a brief look at each brand.

Sentry: This family owned group has been providing security storage containers since 1930. The products undergo rigorous UL and ETL testing before putting a product out on the market. Despite this, some consumers complain that these products are not as fire resistant as they should be. Nevertheless, the fact that they pass Underwriters Laboratories and ETL testing is one that cannot be ignored, as these two organizations ensure that products meet independent standards and are in compliance with fire endurance safety specifications.

Overall, Sentry safes are durable and strong, both factors of which many consumers rate highly. The units are affordable, but not cheap, and are available with either an electronic LED lock or combination lock. There have been a few complaints by online consumers that they do not provide enough room for as many guns as claimed by Wal-Mart, but are still great products otherwise.

Honeywell: Honeywell safes are mostly given average ratings by consumers. This company does not make the best storage products in the world, but they are pretty good choices for those looking for cheap gun safes. If you are a new firearm owner and are looking for an introductory level of safety, then you can settle with Honeywell. However, if you are looking for advanced security for your guns, you might want to go with something more expensive and of higher quality.

There are a few good things worth mentioning about Honeywell safes. They are well put together with organized shelves and interior lights. The products sold at Wal-Mart have pry resistant doors, so if your main concern is theft, then Wal-Mart gun safes made by Honeywell is a good choice.

DAC SportSafe: These storage units are portable. The consumer ratings and reviews for DAC SportSafe portable gun safes are mostly above average. If you need something to take on your hunting trips or plan on going on vacation, then this is your best choice in regards to retail gun safes.

DAC SportSafe units are both durable and easy to transport. They are made of 14-gauge steel and can hold at least two guns. The security is enabled by an entry code, for which you are giving over 10,000 programming possibilities. The only complaints that some consumers have about these portable safes are minor in nature. A few minor flaws include flimsy battery compartment, low-quality metal mounting clips, and a door that opens and slams too forcefully.

In conclusion, a Wal-Mart gun safe is worth buying for owners who want a decent amount of protection. All the safes are at least average in quality, and most consumers are satisfied with their purchases. If you are looking for a good retail safe, then Wal-Mart is your best choice. These safes are good enough for their low price, so if affordability is your main concern, they are worth buying.