VS-50SX Large Simplex Lock Multi Handgun Capacity Safe

This is for the 50sx model. I settled on the Viking brand and this specific model after several days of researching various safes and lock boxes, and watching review videos. I chose this because it met my size requirements, quality and because it is quite secure compared to other options out there. There is a steel plate behind the simplex lock to prevent it being forced and walls are thick. There is also no backup key (a good thing) or alternate entry method which is a weak point for many of these types of lock boxes.I like that it can be mounted from the bottom or back. I mounted mine inside a hall closet using 2x4s secured to the wall studs across the back of the wall, then the box secured to the 2x4s through the pre-drilled holes (this was needed in my case as the holes didn’t line up perfectly with my existing studs as the closet is an odd shape). I did use my own hardware to secure the box to the wall as I wanted beefier screws.You can use a 1/2 push for your final number on the simplex lock, which significantly increases the number of possible combinations.I liked this model well enough that I have since ordered the 12lsx model to keep in my car to secure items while traveling.

I love the Simplex lock, and was looking for one.This one came in an unusual size, bigger than the tiny boxes but not a giant safe.And it’s not a heave real safe, which is fine, so not a fireproof that will stop real criminals with tools.But it can be bolted down to the floor, from the inside, which I did.It will keep nosy people out of cash, important papers, etc.It’s strong enough to count as a gun safe, and can be opened very quickly.It has no batteries, etc., because it’s that Simplex lock.I love this thing, I’m going to buy another one for one of my kids.