Gun Safe Guide for Licensed Owners: Steel Thickness, Locks, Fire and Bolt-Down Features, Handgun and Long-Gun Sizes, Ammunition Separation, Indicative Rates, Child Safety and Legal Reminders in Pakistan
A gun safe is a locked steel cabinet for storing licensed firearms away from children and thieves, and responsible owners treat secure storage as part of ownership. Prices run from about PKR 25,000 for a small handgun box to PKR 250,000 for large cabinets. This page covers steel thickness, locks, fire and bolt-down features, handgun and long-gun sizes, ammunition separation, rates, child safety and legal reminders. It is for lawful owners only. For related pages see safe box, safe locker and safes and lockers.
Handgun and long-gun safes
Small quick-access boxes hold one or two handguns and suit bedside use, while tall cabinets hold rifles and shotguns upright. Choose a size that fits current needs with some space left over.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Small handgun safe box | PKR 25,000 - 60,000 |
| Medium cabinet, 2 to 4 long guns | PKR 60,000 - 150,000 |
| Large fire-rated gun cabinet | PKR 120,000 - 250,000 |
| Anchor bolts and fitting | PKR 2,000 - 8,000 |
| Delivery | PKR 3,000 - 12,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Steel thickness and construction
Thicker steel and solid welds resist tools better. Thin lockers under 2 mm are easily forced. Look for strong hinges, hidden bolts and a solid frame.
Locks
Digital keypads and fingerprint locks give fast access, and key and combination locks are reliable without batteries. Keep a backup method and never keep the key or code where children can find it.
Fire and bolt-down features
Fire-rated cabinets protect documents and the weapon, and all cabinets should be bolted to the floor or wall. Choose pre-drilled holes and use proper anchors.
Ammunition separation
Store ammunition separately from firearms, in its own locked compartment or box, away from heat and damp. Never leave loaded weapons accessible.
Child safety and legal reminders
Keep firearms unloaded in the safe, teach children never to touch them and follow all licence rules for storage and transport. Check local requirements before buying. Fixing should be done properly into solid concrete or masonry, and the safe placed where it is hidden but accessible.
Before you decide
Store firearms locked, unloaded and separate from ammunition, and follow licence rules. Compare at least two quotes on the same specification, keep the invoice and warranty card, ask for the model name and material in writing and test the product on your own door or in your own room before paying in full. Keep a spare key, card or code record in a safe place, and ask the seller what happens if the item fails within the warranty period. Photographs of the delivered item and its packaging make any claim much simpler later. Prices change with exchange rates and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
A locked steel cabinet or box for storing licensed firearms safely. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative retail rates run from about PKR 25,000 to 250,000 depending on size and protection. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Yes, in its own locked box. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Yes, to prevent removal. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, follow all licence and storage rules. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.
Storing firearms safely?
Send the details and a photo. We reply with a written rate.