Viking Safe VS-12LSX: Approved

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  • čas přidán 23. 02. 2023
  • See a complete list of the safes I have approved in my playlist, Handgun Safe Research Approved:
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    Learn how to change the combination of your Simplex-lock here:
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Komentáře • 31

  • @HandgunSafe
    @HandgunSafe  Před rokem +11

    DEAR SUBSCRIBERS: I apologize for re-uploading this video. I tried finding a way of re-encoding the video so that CZcams's transcoding process wouldn't screw up the color balance and brightness. No luck. CZcams is a good social platform, but a lousy video-sharing platform.

  • @harris7066
    @harris7066 Před rokem +11

    Love the updates on approved safes; however, I can’t wait to see the next hot garbage safe.

  • @seansponsler1281
    @seansponsler1281 Před rokem +4

    I very much appreciate your critiques. Some of the big fails that you have showcased in such creative detail are advertised so much on social media (i.e. Vaultek). More than a bit bothersome that realistic exploitations aren’t tested for during preproduction. You are doing real work here and I thank you for it.

  • @ricardofabia
    @ricardofabia Před rokem +1

    Quick, sweet, to the point. Thank you.

  • @user-gc4zu8fk7p
    @user-gc4zu8fk7p Před rokem +1

    Thank you. You did great job. Now I can sleep well. And I don't need to no longer have to worry about my child searching CZcams for 'how to open a gun safe'.

  • @replacesoundboard
    @replacesoundboard Před rokem +1

    For a second I thought it was the Fort Knox video that appeared on my CZcams feed. Also, LOL, I feel like the simplex lock became a running gag

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před rokem +1

      The lock is no gag. I recommend it highly. But I did make a gag about another video I made.

  • @biglow77
    @biglow77 Před rokem +6

    I just bought this exact safe last week. I really wanted one of the U.S. made competitors to this (Fort Knox or V-Line), but I had a budget. I went with this one because of the real Simplex lock and the thickness of the steel used, especially at the price point. I was hoping you'd have a recommendation on it before I pulled the trigger, but I'm glad I bought it and I'm glad it's now on your "Approved" list. The cable system is a joke though. I wish they would have just drilled a couple holes in the back corner so I could use a more stout cable lock system. My wife won't let me drill holes into our nice bedside tables. Thanks for the info! Cheers!

  • @Wolfpacker
    @Wolfpacker Před 10 měsíci +1

    Love this style of locks. biometric are all fails eventually. They are like the police, when seconds matter, you're only minutes from getting into your biometric!

  • @garyh9900able
    @garyh9900able Před rokem +3

    Would the cable work well for a vehicle installation? I don’t leave a firearm in my vehicle on a routine basis, but occasionally I have to leave it in the vehicle.

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před rokem +8

      That's pretty much your call. I wouldn't do it. I think I'll do a follow-up video soon where I attach a series of cables to a portable case, and then record on camera how quickly I can cut through each cable using lineman's pliers.

  • @Area-bx4ot
    @Area-bx4ot Před rokem

    Do you have any suggestions on how to use this safe in a vehicle if the safety cable is a throw away. Been trying to figure out an installation location on a 2019 Atlas, very little room under the seats. Or do you have a better recommendation. I rarely would need it only for time I can't carry legally

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před rokem

      If you're reluctant to drill holes in your car, you might consider this:
      czcams.com/video/88UC2RQXXxo/video.html

  • @eric3835
    @eric3835 Před rokem

    Just purchased this safe. I had this mixed up with your video on the stealth safe. How concerned should someone be about the piano hinge? You made a point in the other video about how it was reinforced.

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před rokem +4

      I know, I've pointed out the difference between concealed and exposed hinges. I'll endorse this safe with exposed hinges, because it's still going to take tools and time to attack it. If the safe is bolted down, an attacker won't the able to move it around and give himself easier access to the hinges for his attack.
      Besides, the videos I've posted that get the most views are the ones looking at Union Safe Co. products. People just don't want to spend money on gun safety. If you're willing to invest in this Viking pistol box, you're doing better than the average gun owner.

    • @eric3835
      @eric3835 Před rokem +1

      Thank you for the information. I really enjoy your videos.

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před rokem +1

      @@eric3835 You're welcome! I hope I put your apprehensions to rest.

  • @johnnyjorgensen4768
    @johnnyjorgensen4768 Před 29 dny

    Old thread I know but how thick is the steel for this compared to the for Knox? It seems like more features at a lower price point I'm just curious if there's any drawbacks

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před 28 dny +1

      The two boxes are nearly identical and have the same amount of steel. Just get the one you want. 😀

  • @Werewolf_Six
    @Werewolf_Six Před 10 měsíci

    Can this safe be used with the cable from Steelhead Outdoors... perhaps if the hole is opened up, if needed?

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I no longer have that safe to reference. But I think you ought to be able to widen the hole for the Steelhead cable. If you try it, be sure to burnish off the new hole edges so the cable won't abrade against sharp metal.

    • @Werewolf_Six
      @Werewolf_Six Před 10 měsíci +1

      @HandgunSafe Roger that, I appreciate the advice.

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před 10 měsíci

      @@Werewolf_Six Sorry to keep replying, but I forgot to mention something. In a week or so, I am going to be recording a video about a new Steelhead lock box that has a Simplex lock on it. It's well designed and slightly smaller than this Viking pistol box. You might like it.

  • @Ethan_Lipsky
    @Ethan_Lipsky Před 4 měsíci

    I just took mine out of the box and it will not open via following the instructions. Pretty ridiculous

    • @HandgunSafe
      @HandgunSafe  Před 4 měsíci

      Contact Viking Safe through their website. Every one of those locks come from the factory with the same preset combination, 2&4 together, then 3. Maybe somebody at the second factory, where the locks are installed in the boxes, something went wrong.

    • @Ethan_Lipsky
      @Ethan_Lipsky Před 4 měsíci

      @@HandgunSafe yeah really not sure what happened. I sent an email, we’ll see if the get back but I’m leaving overseas tomorrow morning so hopefully they do by today 😂

  • @timb2014
    @timb2014 Před rokem +1

    Ew that's a laptop cable lock

    • @eric3835
      @eric3835 Před rokem

      How large is the hole for the cable? The one included looks like it's poor. So really what I want to know is there a substitute cable that might work better?