Excellent security case!
My wife told me I could keep a gun by the bedside *if* it was locked up. I immediately hit Google to find something appropriate. Due to the style of my night table and location, I felt a "hanging" style vault was the best fit for me. I checked out a few of the brands and styles, and I decided that biometric locks and electronic locks were just not for me... I'm a little old school and prefer a mechanical device. This vault fit the bill nicely and I ordered.
The case itself has some good heft to it! It feels solid and is very well constructed. Instructions for changing the combination were *almost* clear cut.. the procedure to change it is perfectly fine, but they didn't really explain *in depth* that you could use ANY combination as long as numbers don't repeat. They do mention no repeats, but they stressed "2 and 3 button" sequences were simple but secure. They should have given examples showing that you could even use TWO 2-button sequences if desired. For example, you could use all 5 numbers in a separate sequence like 5,2,3,1,4. Or maybe just 3,2,1. I think you could even get away with a single number! (tbh, I didn't try that). But you can also use combinations like 1+3+5, or 2+5. Or even a mix like 1, 2+5 AND 3+4. Bottom line is; you can get pretty creative with a combination as long as each number is only used once in the sequence.
Anyway... as I mentioned, the case is pretty solid and easy to mount. It does NOT include any mounting hardware, so know your material beforehand and get some washers... the mounting holes are a bit large! My night table's surface is 3/4 inch thick so I went with 3/4 inch wood screws and a washer to mount mine. There are four holes to mount the plate. Once mounted, you line up the tabs on the back part of the plate into the top of the vault and push it back. Now that the back of the vault is secure, lift the front of the vault in line with two threaded holes in the front of the plate and use the two provided thumbscrews to secure from inside the vault. Once the vault door is closed, there is no access to these thumbscrews.. without unscrewing these, the vault can't be slid out of the mounting plate.
The vault contains a nice padded shelf that slides out. You can even remove the shelf completely if you need more room or don't want the hassle of a sliding shelf. The shelf itself has metal tabs on it that allows it to slide completely out when pulled out PERFECTLY HORIZONTAL. If you let gravity do its thing when sliding the tray out, the back tabs will NOT slide out but rather act as a stop that allows the tray to dangle out and down at an angle for easy retrieval of the contents. A lip on the edge keeps everything from falling out.
Spacewise, this vault's shelf has plenty of space for a CZ-75b 9mm pistol and at least one magazine. Larger firearms might need the shelf removed.
I definitely recommend this vault! Solid construction and thoughtful design makes it a great place to store and retrieve a handgun or anything else you want to keep secure and close to you... whether it's medication you need to keep away from minors in the house, or your gold coins from Rosland Capital! As you can see in my pictures, I chose an easy access route rather than deep under the night table. Deeper under would make it undetectable, but require me to drop down to my knees and reach under for access. The way I have it now, I can literally reach and open with one hand while still laying in bed.
Bear in mind that the only weak spot in the vault is where you mount it! I understand that if a thief want it, he can rip it off my night table or even take the whole night table. I suspect even a wall mount to a stud can be ripped out with a crowbar. Bottom line is, if someone wants the vault, they are going to get it...Getting it open won't be easy though.. small consolation but it is what it is.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 12.2 x 8.4 x 4.7 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 8.4 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 7.5 x 11.75 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.34 Pounds |
| Brand Name | V-Line |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited warranty |
| Model Name | Deskmate by V-Line |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Metallic-Fiber |
| Suggested Users | Adulys |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | V-Line Ind. |
| Part Number | 2597-S-BLK |
| Included Components | Quick Release Mounting Bracket |
