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HOMAK HS10036684 Electronic Access Pistol Box, 10 X 5.5 X 7.5 Inch | 
| Brand: Homak
Category: Home Improvement
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Rating:  55 reviews
Sales Rank: 23761
Color: Flat Black
Media: Tools & Hardware
Size: Medium
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8.2
Dimensions (in): 13 x 10.2 x 8.7
MPN: HS10036684
Model: HS10036684
UPC: 034518001617
EAN: 0034518001617
ASIN: B0012OS4GK
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| Features:
| • | Quick Access Keypad | | • | Programmable | | • | Battery operated | | • | Mountable | | • | Warranty against manufacturing defect |
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Product Description
The high-security quick access pistol box is manufactured using the highest grade of raw materials available. Constructed of top quality steel, the unique design of the unit prevents unauthorized access and protects valuables. The quick access key pad is able to be programmed with a personal code securing possessions from everyone but the authorized user. Mountable. Dimensions: 10-Inch by 5.5-Inch by 7.5-Inch.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 55
 Don't waste your money! July 6, 2010
W. J. Corbin (Mount Juliet, TN USA)
I purchased this safe in February, 2010. I didn't want to keep the factory code so I went through all the complex steps necessary to change it. It worked okay until a few days ago when it forgot my code. I have read that this is a very common experience. Over a period of 3 days, I have tried the faculty code and my personal code and neither one will open the safe. I tried the 9-volt battery approach and that doesn't work. So, it appears the only way I am going to get my firearm out is to pry the door open. What if I had discovered this malfunction when an intruder was trying to break down my bedroom door?
The safe is also not very secure so don't buy one if you think it will do anything more than slow down a thief with a big screwdriver -- something most burglars carry these days! It will probably keep your 6-year old out unless she/he is determined.
In my opinion, not only is this a piece of cheap junk, it is a safety hazard!
Piece of Junk May 22, 2010
D. Phillips (USA)
I accidentally published this review for the smaller, 3 1/2" safe, but the one I actually owned and the one that gave me trouble was the 10x5 1/2x7 1/2 inch unit.
I owned this gun safe for about six months. It worked great up until it suddenly lost my personalized entry code. Up until this point, I had no trouble opening and closing the safe and was basically happy with the unit. Thinking the batteries had died, I tried using the 9V external battery override, but it still wouldn't open. I went online searching for answers and learned it is common for a HOMAK electronic gun safe to inadvertently "forget" its user-programmed code and revert back to the factory default code. Fortunately, I saved the instruction manual, which had the default code printed on the back. Upon entering the default code, I was able to open the safe.
I immediately installed four fresh AA batteries and re-programmed the unit with my own code. I wanted to use my own code because it was easier to remember than the factory code, and it was a code I could easily enter by feel without actually looking at the keypad. Well, the unit opened and closed just fine for about two weeks using my new personalized code until one day, out of the blue, I went to open the safe and the darn thing wouldn't accept my code. Thinking it was the same problem as before, I entered the default code printed in the manual, but it still wouldn't open.
I tried unsuccessfully for a couple days to open the unit using the default factory code, as well as my personalized code, but to no avail. I also tried using the 9V battery override feature, even though I had recently replaced the internal AA batteries. Well, you can imagine my frustration when I finally had to pry the unit open with a crowbar (which wasn't very hard to do, by the way) just so I could retrieve my pistols. There is no manual override or key lock installed in these units, so when the cheap, made-in-China electronics eventually fail, you have no choice but to bust the thing open in order to get out your handguns, etc.
Of course, I immediately threw the unit in the garbage where it belongs. I used to own a GunVault brand safe, which never gave me any trouble. The only reason I replaced the GunVault unit with the HOMAK unit is because the GunVault unit was destroyed during a burglary that occurred while I was out of town. I was trying to save a few bucks by replacing my old safe with the HOMAK unit, but I know now that was a mistake. Do not buy one of these safes! What good is a gun safe if the owner can't get it open? Imagine if this problem had come to light during a home invasion. No way will I buy another one of these units.
 Great product! May 3, 2010
Al Aranda
I purchased this product for my kids safety. Although it won"t keep a burglar out, this pistol safe does what it is supposed to do...Keep my kids safe! I highly recommend it. I hold my Springfield XD 9mm and 2 mags inside. The only set back when received, was I accidentally set my code incorrectly, which caused the safe to lock for 10 minutes. However, after the alloted time, I was able to set my own code and haven't had any problems. I keep it on a shelf and ready if needed. Great product!
Deterrent Box May 2, 2010
T. LAGESSE (Lexington, TN USA)
This is a good box as a deterrent to prying eyes. I bought mine to secure my weapon in my vehicle when I have to disarm at certain locations. The downside to this box is the how the battery pack is secured to the box. It is secured with sticky-back velcro. When your vehicle gets hot, the glue becomes gummy and the battery pack will separate from the wall. It works much better in a climate controlled environment. This is why it got four out of five stars.
Very good product April 29, 2010
C. W. (Michigan)
Have had for approximately 30 days use daily and works very well. Added some additional padding to interior and used double sided tape to secure inside to protect my pistol. Holds pistol extra mag and several boxes of ammo fine.
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