Whether you have recently obtained your gun license, or you are a Clay Pigeon pro, there are rules in which you must follow when storing your shot guns. The law states that guns must be stored in a lockable gun safe or gun cabinet that meets British standards and is fixed to a secure structure.
In order to ensure you are fully compliant and safe, we have put together our top 10 recommendations for gun cabinets.
Phoenix Lacerta GS8001K – 3 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two high security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 3 shotguns
- Police approved
- British standard BS7558/92
Our best-selling cabinet, the Phoenix Lacerta GS8001k provides excellent value for money. Police approved, it allows you to store three shotguns inside. The safe door is secured by two 7 lever locks, which are opened by two different sets of keys.
Brattonsound SB2 Sentinel Breakdown Plus 2 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two high security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 2 shotguns
- Exceeds BS7558 for Police approval
The Brattonsound SB2 Shotgun cabinet is perfect for storing two broken-down shotguns safely and the high-density foam divider and floor mat helps to protect the shotgun’s finish.
This gun cabinet is also ideal for smaller spaces, with the height of the cabinet reduced to only store the shotguns while broken down. This cabinet is recommended by law enforcement and is secured by two 7 lever deadlocks and comes supplied with two keys per lock.
Brattonsound Sentinel Plus 5 Gun Safe (lock top)
- Key locking (2 keys)
- High security 7 lever lock
- Capacity to store 5 shotguns
- Recommended by Police and MOD
- Internal ammo compartment
- Five live locking bolts
The Brattonsound Sentinel Plus 5 Gun Safe includes five live locking bolts, rather than deadbolds. This means it is a more high security safe, and is actually recommended by the Police and Ministry Of Defence. The high security seven lever lock safe has the ability to store up to five guns and includes a separate locking compartment at the top, designed for your ammunition.
Brattonsound ST3 Sentinel 3 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two high security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 3 shotguns
- Recommended by Police and MOD
Popular due to its cheaper price, the Brattonsound ST3 Sentinel Cabinet is designed to store three shotguns and is secured by two high security locks. Again, this gun safe is recommended by the Police and Ministry of Defence!
Phoenix Lacerta GS8000K – 1 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two high security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 1 shotgun
- Police approved
For those that don’t own multiple shotguns, the Phoenix Lacerta GS8000K is a good sleek option. It is a narrow cabinet, and designed to store a one single shotgun. The Police approved safe includes two deadlocks, both of which need to be unlocked to open the door.
Brattonsound ST5 Sentinel 5 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two high security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 5 shotguns
- Recommended by Police and MOD
The Brattonsound ST5 Sentinel 5 Gun Cabinet is the larger version of the ST3 Safe. It is designed to store five shotguns, and has two high security seven lever locks. Again, this is recommended by Police and The Ministry Of Defence!
Burg Wachter Favor 5E – 5 Gun Safe
- Digital Keypad Locking (powered by batteries)
- Emergency override key
- Capacity to store 5 shotguns
- Two live locking bolts
The Burg Wachter is operated by a digital keypad, rather than a key. With this Gun Cabinet, you can programme your own code and it is locked in place by two live locking bolts. Storing up to five shotguns, this safe also has an emergency override key.
Brattonsound Sentinel Plus 7 Rifle Safe (lock top
- Key locking (2 keys)
- Capacity to store 7 shotguns
- Police approved
- Internal locking compartment for ammo (2 keys)
- Five live locking bolts
The Brattonsound 7 Rifle Safe has been designed to securely store up to 7 rifles, with space to accommodate scoped rifles. The gun safe is locked with a 7 lever double-bitted key lock, and the safe is supplied with two keys and can be securely fixed to the wall and floor. Tested to BS 7558/92 standards, the safe is recommended by both the Police and MOD.
With an internal locking compartment suitable for ammunition, the Brattonsound RL7 is also backed by a 3 year on-site warranty.
Phoenix Lacerta GS8002K – 6 Gun Cabinet
- Key locking (2 keys per lock)
- Two High security 7 lever locks
- Capacity to store 6 shotguns
- Police approved
- Four live locking bolts
The Phoenix Lacerta GS8002K has the capacity to store up to 6 shotguns, held securely in place by a high-density divider and floor mat. With two 7 lever locks (supplied with 2 keys per lock) the Phoenix Lacerta is Police approved. The shotgun cabinet is powder coated in a durable, graphite grey col9ur finish and is reassuringly supplied with a 1 year warranty.
Burton Pioneer 10 Gun Safe
- Key locking (2 keys)
- High security 6 lever lock
- Capacity to store 10 shotguns
- Police approved
- Internal locking compartment for ammo (2 keys)
- Four live locking bolts
Finally, for a high security gun safe that can store up to 10 guns, we recommend the Burton Pioneer 10 gun safe. The door is operated by a key lock and includes live locking bolts. With a six lever lock, the safe also includes a compartment for locking inside.
We know it sounds obvious, but it is really important to make sure you have a secure gun safe. Not only does it keep you and your family safe, as well as ensuring you comply with laws and regulations, it also protects them from potential theft. If the worst happens and your home is broken into, having your guns in a safe will keep them secure from burglars – protecting the general public too!
