Car stolen with CCW inside
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The Great Mahoo
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I don't leave a gun in my car unless I have to leave my carry gun behind for a stop somewhere it is prohibited. For just such occassions, I keep a vehicle-lock box tethered under my seat. I just pull it out onto my lap, open it up, drop my gun and spare ammo in and lock it up before sliding it back under the seat out of sight. Far from perfect, but will slows down anyone who might rifle through my car from getting my gun easily.
Mahoo -
Had to laugh a bit - I went to your reference web site for the safe (http://www.center-of-mass.com/Store_InCarGunSafe.htm) and the last line in the specs states "Meets Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines for transporting your weapon in your checked luggage when flying." I don't know about you but I have a hard time getting my luggage back with my shampoo and aftershave. Can't imagine some guy "examining" my luggage and resisting the urge to miss place my gun safe.. Sorry TSA nothing personal !!!
Had to laugh a bit - I went to your reference web site for the safe (http://www.center-of-mass.com/Store_InCarGunSafe.htm) and the last line in the specs states "Meets Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines for transporting your weapon in your checked luggage when flying." I don't know about you but I have a hard time getting my luggage back with my shampoo and aftershave. Can't imagine some guy "examining" my luggage and resisting the urge to miss place my gun safe.. Sorry TSA nothing personal !!!
QuarterHorse
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I guess I've never thought about driving someplace that doesn't allow (I don't go to many if any places that it's not legal to) but can see the point. I've gone once or twice to places I can't and I carry a small folding knife which is legal, or I don't mind all too much if my truck was broken into and stolen.
I will probably look into a truck safe though, as it's not a horrible idea, and the worst case scenario isn't all that likely (around here anyway).
Keep the links coming for good concealable truck safes fellas!
I'm all for debating, but lets keep things clean. We all share a common interest, no reason for attacking if that's what's going on.
I will probably look into a truck safe though, as it's not a horrible idea, and the worst case scenario isn't all that likely (around here anyway).
Keep the links coming for good concealable truck safes fellas!
I'm all for debating, but lets keep things clean. We all share a common interest, no reason for attacking if that's what's going on.
I own the worlds ugliest truck, folks have actuially tossed change in the open windows.. 
I would bet I could find a few guns in a few trucks and or tractors in my area I live in. Farmers usually have a gun in the cab for varmints, 4 or 2 legged. These vehicles just dont get much attention by the baddies. During hunting season I have a dog box sits in the back, has a top that locks and can hold a lot of shotguns. Have kept a few in there between hunts. Never left a handgun in there tho, and the truck locks up.
If I had a car that folks would want to steal I would never leave a gun in it.
I sold a truck once and left a large kershaw knife in the console, sure do miss it, was a snap on tool freebie.
I would bet I could find a few guns in a few trucks and or tractors in my area I live in. Farmers usually have a gun in the cab for varmints, 4 or 2 legged. These vehicles just dont get much attention by the baddies. During hunting season I have a dog box sits in the back, has a top that locks and can hold a lot of shotguns. Have kept a few in there between hunts. Never left a handgun in there tho, and the truck locks up.
If I had a car that folks would want to steal I would never leave a gun in it.
I sold a truck once and left a large kershaw knife in the console, sure do miss it, was a snap on tool freebie.
rantingredneck
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I have a lock box I bolted to the floor of my truck. It has a 6" GP100 inside. When I go in my office, or anywhere else that's a prohibited location, it'll have either an LCR or an SP101 keeping it company. I also have an 18' 870 under the rear seat of my truck locked with a cable lock.
I've got some scrap steel and have the skills, tools, and intent to fabricate a custom locking bracket for it that I'll also bolt through the floor. Just haven't found the time to do so yet.
I've got some scrap steel and have the skills, tools, and intent to fabricate a custom locking bracket for it that I'll also bolt through the floor. Just haven't found the time to do so yet.
stephen426
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While I value the security of my guns, I'm certainly not going to drill any extra holes in my car to attach lock boxes. Many car bodies are galvanized and drilling into them could allow it to rust. Besides, there aren't too many places to drill any holes. Everything is pretty much covered up with carpet.
I routinely enter federal enclaves that do not allow ANY firearms, except the armed guards for the facility.
No guns in lock boxes, no ammunition, NOTHING.
Luckily I can leave it at my other office in a private building (and the boss does not care) before driving the short distance to the federal property.
Sometimes it has to be left in the car though.
Keep it well out of sight, and do not have anything else in sight that would invite entry.
Having rather nasty laws on the books about theft helps keep things way down.
In Virginia stealing a car will get you a felony, and if there was a gun in the car another felony for that.
It still happens, but is not a big problem.
No guns in lock boxes, no ammunition, NOTHING.
Luckily I can leave it at my other office in a private building (and the boss does not care) before driving the short distance to the federal property.
Sometimes it has to be left in the car though.
Keep it well out of sight, and do not have anything else in sight that would invite entry.
Having rather nasty laws on the books about theft helps keep things way down.
In Virginia stealing a car will get you a felony, and if there was a gun in the car another felony for that.
It still happens, but is not a big problem.
rantingredneck
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I'm occasionally in the same situation, having to enter state or federal government complexes where even the parking lots are off limits. My solution there is an elaborate scheme of parking in another public lot or on-street somewhere nearby and getting in a nice walk to the off-limits destination.
It's occasionally for work purposes, but routine for my daughter's school. Luckily we attend church directly across the street from her school and I park in the church lot and walk across to the school.
Sometimes you have to go to a lot of trouble to legally live an armed life.
aarondhgraham
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This affects me a lot,,,
I work at a State University,,,
I can't even park my car on campus if a gun is in it,,,
So to protect my job I must park off-campus when I am carrying.
Leaving my gun under the seat or in the glove compartment,,,
That's just not an option for me.
I purchased a lock box which I mounted behind the seat of my pick-up,,,
A determined thief would probably have the box in 5 minutes,,,
But it's better than no security at all, don't you think?
I have a few friends who ignore that law,,,
But they take the chance of being charged with a violation,,,
And losing what I find to be a very desirable employment situation.
Heck, I know people who carry on campus,,,
They cite the "judged by 12 rather than carried by 6" philosophy,,,
I just can't make myself take the chance of losing very lucrative employment.
It's a conundrum that's for sure,,,
But since I have installed a locking steel box,,,
I'm relatively sure I can convince a jury I showed due diligence.
I don't think I will be charged with negligence should my truck be stolen,,,
That was the OP's original concern if I read the article correctly.
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I work at a State University,,,
I can't even park my car on campus if a gun is in it,,,
So to protect my job I must park off-campus when I am carrying.
Leaving my gun under the seat or in the glove compartment,,,
That's just not an option for me.
I purchased a lock box which I mounted behind the seat of my pick-up,,,
A determined thief would probably have the box in 5 minutes,,,
But it's better than no security at all, don't you think?
I have a few friends who ignore that law,,,
But they take the chance of being charged with a violation,,,
And losing what I find to be a very desirable employment situation.
Heck, I know people who carry on campus,,,
They cite the "judged by 12 rather than carried by 6" philosophy,,,
I just can't make myself take the chance of losing very lucrative employment.
It's a conundrum that's for sure,,,
But since I have installed a locking steel box,,,
I'm relatively sure I can convince a jury I showed due diligence.
I don't think I will be charged with negligence should my truck be stolen,,,
That was the OP's original concern if I read the article correctly.
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stargazer65
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That was part of my concern, the main reason being I don't want someone to use my gun to harm someone else because it was left readily available. Especially with naked women stealing cars all over the place. I prefer to keep it on me, however I realize that is not always possible. I wanted to hear everyones opinion and/or solution. A locked box in the car seems perfectly reasonable to me.
rantingredneck
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Luckily I'm not a frequent visitor to any of those. Mine are all low-security but legally off limits locations.
stephen426
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^ Based on the adjustable thigh support, heavy side bolsters, and the hand brake, I'm going to guess BMW. Based on the shifter and wood trim, I'm guessing 5 series. Based on the condition of the leather, I'd say 2003 - 2004. Since you have the sport seats, I'm guessing 540. Am I right?
By the way, I don't think the holster is in that great a location since it can be seen by anyone looking in your car. I had my windo busted for a stupid cheapo portable GPS because I left the suction cup mount there. Luck I had the trunk locked because I had a bunch of stuff back there. It was a pain in the friggin rear since I had to clean up all the glass and it was really late at night. If you must leave it in the car, you might want to toss it in the glove box and lock it. While most glove boxes are relatively easy to bust open, at least the gun isn't in plain sight.
The value of the gun is just one aspect of having the gun stolen. For me, it means one more gun in the hands of a criminal. If there is personal information in the car, like there normally is, the thief may decide to hit your house as well (and he will have your gun).
Thats my $.02 anyway.
By the way, I don't think the holster is in that great a location since it can be seen by anyone looking in your car. I had my windo busted for a stupid cheapo portable GPS because I left the suction cup mount there. Luck I had the trunk locked because I had a bunch of stuff back there. It was a pain in the friggin rear since I had to clean up all the glass and it was really late at night. If you must leave it in the car, you might want to toss it in the glove box and lock it. While most glove boxes are relatively easy to bust open, at least the gun isn't in plain sight.
The value of the gun is just one aspect of having the gun stolen. For me, it means one more gun in the hands of a criminal. If there is personal information in the car, like there normally is, the thief may decide to hit your house as well (and he will have your gun).
Thats my $.02 anyway.