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Storing weapons safely

Gun cabinets that meet current requirements and your needs

Important information about the gun safe

BURG-WÄCHTER has been developing and producing high-quality safes for more than 50 years. Of course, gun cabinets and gun safes have long been part of the safe programme. In our "Gun safe" category, you will find a wide selection of secure and high-quality storage solutions for your weapons. These cabinets are ideal for hunters, marksmen and security personnel who need to store their weapons safely.

A gun cabinet is not only a safe place for your weapons, but also a legal requirement in Germany and many other countries. Our gun cabinets fulfil the legal security standards and are available in various sizes and designs. Regardless of whether you need a cabinet for long guns, handguns or both. Whether you are a young hunter, experienced sports shooter or bearer of a service weapon: we have the right model for you. Store your weapons responsibly in a gun cabinet from BURG-WÄCHTER.

Different models and sizes

Hunters and sport shooters usually need to securely lock up long guns. The gun cabinets of the Ranger series are ideally suited for these weapons. The models are designed to store up to five, seven or even eight long guns. Of course, you can choose from the various locking options: key, numerical code or biometrics via fingerprint. We also offer gun safes with additional storage space for ammunition or other accessories. Handguns are safely stored in the Magno safe. The optional KWH 5 handgun holder is particularly practical, keeping your weapons safe and organised. Discover our selection now and find the perfect gun cabinet for your individual requirements.

What security level must a gun cabinet have?

The legal regulations vary from country to country. In Germany, paragraph 36 of the Weapons Act regulates the storage of weapons. The law clearly states which requirements a gun cabinet must fulfil for storage. In general, certified gun cabinets from resistance grade 0/N are required for long guns. The same security class is also required for handguns. If you only want to store ammunition safely, a lockable sheet steel container is sufficient. The gun cabinets and gun safes from BURG-WÄCHTER are tested and certified by independent institutes. The quality of the products is continuously monitored by the ECB.

Gun cabinet class 0

Hunters, sport shooters or bearers of service weapons very often choose a class 0 gun safe to secure their weapons. This is because it is precisely this strong resistance grade 0/N that is prescribed by the German Weapons Act. The Ranger N models offer the protection of class 0. The Ranger N is available in two sizes for up to five or seven long guns. Of course, you can choose between different locking systems for the class 0 gun cabinet. Either you decide in favour of the classic key or opening with the electronic code lock. There is a current case law on this. (More on this below). If you want to secure handguns, the Magno safe series is the right choice. You can store up to five handguns in the Class 0 gun safe in a legally secure manner.

Gun cabinet class 1

A class 1 gun cabinet is even more stable and stronger than a model with resistance grade 0/N. As a result, you can store more weapons in a class 1 gun cabinet than in a class 0 gun cabinet. German firearms legislation permits the storage of an unlimited number of long guns and handguns, including ammunition. This is because a class 1 gun cabinet is extremely well protected against breakup.

BURG-WÄCHTER offers the Ranger 800/8 gun cabinet with resistance grade I for this purpose. The model offers space for eight long guns. Of course, you can also choose between the classic key lock and the electronic code lock for this model. The Ranger 800/8 also offers biometric fingerprint opening with the electronic lock. This is particularly convenient. Because you cannot lose a key or forget a code.

If you want to store handguns securely, you can do so in the Diplomat safe series. This also has resistance grade I. This means that an unlimited number of handguns can be stored. The Diplomat safe is available in four sizes and also with a classic key or electronic code lock with fingerprint. The Diplomat models are therefore the perfect Class 1 handgun safe.

Does a gun cabinet need to be anchored?

Yes, a gun cabinet must be professionally anchored. This is the only way to ensure maximum security for the contents and prevent the safe from being stolen. The gun cabinets and gun safes from BURG-WÄCHTER are supplied with the necessary fixtures in the wall and/or floor as standard. This allows the safe to be anchored quickly and conveniently in your home. The fixing material required and optimised for the respective gun cabinet is of course included in the scope of delivery.

Gun cabinet with electronic lock: legally compliant solution following judgement

In summer 2023, a judgement by the Higher Administrative Court of North Rhine-Westphalia in Münster caused a stir. The judges ruled that gun cabinet keys must be secured much better than before. Namely in a safe with at least the same protection class as the gun cabinet. So for a class 0 gun cabinet in a safe with a class. The same applies to gun cabinets with resistance grade I. The judgement therefore affects hundreds of thousands of gun owners, such as hunters.
The judgement has no effect on a gun cabinet that can be opened by code or fingerprint, such as the Ranger and Magno models from BURG-WÄCHTER. After all, there is no key that could fall into the wrong hands. The Magno M 520 E safe with electronic lock is ideal for securing the keys of a standard class 0 gun cabinet.

Buying a gun cabinet: The most important tips

A high-quality gun cabinet is a sensible investment for the responsible handling of weapons. If you want to buy a gun cabinet, there are a few points you should bear in mind.

Here is an overview of the most important notes when buying a gun cabinet.

• Find out, for example directly in the legal text or from a specialist dealer, whether you need a class 0 or a class 1 gun cabinet for your weapons.
• The resistance class also has an influence on the possible insurance cover. You should therefore speak to your insurance company in advance.
• Keys to a gun cabinet must be stored separately. It therefore makes more sense to opt for a gun cabinet with an electronic lock. Then you don't have to worry about storing the keys.
• Once you have purchased a gun cabinet, it must be professionally anchored in a solid component. Therefore, choose the right place for the model. Tip: If you buy your gun cabinet from a specialist dealer, they can usually ensure that it is anchored properly. You can find dealers in your area in our practical dealer search.
• BURG-WÄCHTER will deliver your new gun cabinet directly to your home on request. Please ask your dealer about this possibility.
  

Since 2017, the amended Weapons Act has tightened the requirements for gun safes

• Gun safes with security levels A and B (VDMA 24992): No longer permitted for newly purchased cabinets. Existing models are subject to grandfathering.
• New requirements: Newly purchased gun cabinets must now comply with security levels according to EN 1143-1, resistance grade 0 (N) and resistance grade I.
• How many firearms are you permitted to store? This depends on the weight of the gun cabinet.
• Storage of ammunition: is permitted in safes that meet the new requirements. For older cabinets (security levels A and B), ammunition may only be stored in special interior compartments or separate ammunition cabinets.
  

Detailed information can be found in the overview ‘Legal requirements’.

Choosing the right gun cabinet class

The type of gun cabinet you need is regulated in Section 36 of the Weapons Act. Section 13 of the General Weapons Act Ordinance (AWaffV) supplements and specifies the requirements.
According to this, the following applies to the storage of firearms: A safe must be certified according to EN 1143-1 when newly purchased and must have at least resistance grade N (0).

You may store a larger number of rifles, pistols and ammunition in a class 1 gun cabinet than in a class 0 gun cabinet with basic protection.

Avoid breaking the law with a gun cabinet – storage is that important

Whether deliberate or negligent: if you violate the Weapons Act, you risk the following consequences:

• Administrative offence: can be punished with a fine of up to £10,000 Criminal offence: imprisonment of up to three years or a fine
• Withdrawal of firearms licence: the competent authority may in any case question the owner's reliability under firearms law. This can lead to the revocation of firearms licences or hunting licences.

In order to fulfil your responsibility for proper storage, it is crucial to choose a gun cabinet that is suitable for your needs. Find out more in a personal consultation – either by telephone or at one of our numerous dealers.

Gun cabinet class 0

• Basic protection against burglary, certified according to EN 1143-1
• Ideally suited for: Hunters, sport shooters, carriers of service weapons
• Locking system: with key or electronic code lock
• for storing an unlimited number of long guns and up to five handguns (for cabinets weighing less than 200 kg) or up to ten handguns (for cabinets weighing 200 kg or more), as well as ammunition
• BURG-WÄCHTER models: Ranger N5, Ranger N7, Magno M 520 E

Class 1 gun cabinet

• Particularly sturdy, with increased burglary protection against theft, certified according to EN 1143-1
• Ideal for: collectors and owners of valuable weapons, security companies, sport shooters and hunters
• Locking systems: with key or electronic code lock including fingerprint scan – for maximum control for the storage of an unlimited number of long and short firearms (no weight restriction), as well as ammunition
• BURG-WÄCHTER models: Diplomat MTD 740 E FP safe in four sizes, Ranger 800 / 8 E FP

Wide selection of safes – find high-quality gun safes at BURG-WÄCHTER

Get an overview and purchase your gun cabinet directly from one of our dealers.

Long gun cabinets:

Model Ranger

• For up to five, seven or eight long guns
• Key lock, electronic lock with combination or electronic lock with fingerprint scan for even more control
  

Handgun cabinets:

Magno safe

• for up to five handguns
• Key lock or electronic lock with combination
• Includes adjustable shelf and short gun holder

Diplomat safe

• For an unlimited number of short guns, available in four sizes
• Key lock or electronic lock with fingerprint scan for maximum control

All cabinets offer additional storage space for ammunition and accessories. Find the right gun cabinet for you online – and purchase it from one of our retail partners.

Gun cabinet with electric lock: the legally compliant solution according to court ruling

Since summer 2023, a ruling by the Higher Administrative Court of North Rhine-Westphalia in Münster has regulated the storage of gun cabinet keys. As a gun owner, you must store your key in a safe with at least the same resistance rating.
The ruling does not apply to gun cabinets with combination locks including fingerprint scanners. This makes a gun safe with this innovative locking system doubly worthwhile for you.

Location and anchoring for your gun safe

According to § 36 of the Weapons Act, your gun safe must be installed in a permanently inhabited and supervised room, for example in the living area or basement. Stricter requirements apply in uninhabited or unattended areas such as a shooting range: the gun cabinet must have at least resistance grade I. In addition, the competent authority may impose a limit on the number of weapons – for example, a maximum of three long guns.
Ideally, only you as the gun owner should know the location. This allows you to maintain control over your gun cabinet and prevent unauthorized access.

Anchoring the gun safe is not expressly required by law. However, the law requires that the gun cabinet be secured against easy removal. Anchoring is strongly recommended, especially for gun cabinets weighing less than 200 kg, and may be required by the competent authority.
All BURG-WÄCHTER models are supplied with mounting materials for wall and/or floor mounting.

Buying a gun cabinet: the most important tips

By purchasing a high-quality gun cabinet from BURG-WÄCHTER, you can ensure that your weapons are handled responsibly while also complying with legal storage requirements. To make your purchase decision easier, we have summarized the most important information for you:

• Check the legal text or consult a specialist retailer to find out whether you need a class 0 or class 1 gun cabinet.
• The resistance level affects the possible insurance coverage. Therefore, talk to your insurance company in advance.
• Gun cabinet keys must be stored separately. If you buy a gun safe with an electronic lock, you save yourself the expense of a second safe for storing the keys.
• Anchor your gun cabinet properly in a solid structure. Tip: If you purchase your gun safe from one of our specialist dealers, they will usually ensure that it is anchored correctly.
• BURG-WÄCHTER will deliver your new gun cabinet directly to your home on request. Please ask your dealer about the BURG-WÄCHTER safe transport service.

Buying a gun cabinet: BURG-WÄCHTER as your experienced partner

High-quality, certified, and legally compliant: we offer a selection of sturdy gun cabinets for safe and controlled storage. Whether you have long guns or handguns, you will find a secure place for them in a gun safe with the appropriate resistance rating.

Our models also vary in size, volume, and locking mechanism. Let us advise you personally and order a gun safe that suits your needs. In a gun safe from BURG-WÄCHTER, you can store your equipment professionally, control access, and provide additional protection against theft.