If you know what you plan to store, shopping for a safe online should be a simple process. Choose one that provides room for items you might consider adding later. A good burglary safe needs to be sturdy enough to resist repeated attacks and it should have a lock that can’t be easily disarmed. A TRTL30x6 safe is a rating that indicates its ability to withstand attacks on all six sides for up to 30 minutes. These are the highest rated burglary safes, having a thickness of at least 1-inch, and one of four ratings that include a UL label.

If you are considering used safes for sale, the age is always an important factor. Keep in mind newer, higher grade burglar safes, epecially those with UL ratings are constructed with sturdier materials. Quality safes manufactured within the last 10 to 15 years typically have walls made with concrete, layers of steel alloy, and ceramic rods, which make them harder to puncture. Some older, top-grade models are sturdy enough, but the locks can be easily punched by experienced burglars. In addition, many combination safes have steel plates position behind the lock to keep the tumblers in place.

Safes are made with a few different types of locks, including the Smart and biometric locks found on newer models. Still, UL rated floor safes with passcode and combination entry offer a moderately higher level of security. If the electronic lock fails, the dial lock continues working hard to keep its contents secure.

First Security Safe offers high security safes, AMSEC and ISM safes, online or at their Los Angeles location.