Are antique safes better?
Are antique safes better?
Your older safe is probably a better safe than the newer models. For the most part, gun safes have not gotten better over time, but rather have had corners cut to reduce production cost.
Are old safes valuable?
Antique safes are highly collectible and rare models are worth many times their initial retail price. Generally, on a percentage basis, the more you spent in the first place the more it’s worth today. There are dozens of online safe retailers with used safes for sale.
Are antique safes any good?
Whether you are an active collector of safes from bygone days, are thinking of purchasing one for your home or simply enjoy seeing the beauty of these functional antiques, most people agree that it is the high quality of workmanship that make antique safes true treasures from the past.
How much is a safe worth in scrap?
Yes! Because safes are composed of such a large amount of metal, they can be sold for scrap. Scrap metal is valued by weight, at an average of 2 – 4 cents per pound, making heavier safes more valuable. Of course, you won’t get what you paid for it, but you definitely can scrap a metal safe.
Are old safes fire proof?
Most antique safes have thick walls that are full of concrete. They were intended to be fire resistant, but there was no standardized fire rating system until about 1950 so they cannot be considered to be “fire proof safes.” Some hold up very well, but there is no way to predict how long an antique will last in a fire.
How much does an antique floor safe weigh?
Dimensions are 15″ high x 14 1/2″ wide x 11″ deep. Weight is approx. 175 lbs.
How heavy is an old safe?
Entry-level gun safes typically weigh between 200-600 pounds. Mid-range safes weigh between 600 and 1,000 pounds. High-end weigh in between 1,000 to 1,600. And commercial-grade safes can weigh anywhere from 2,000 all the way up to 5,000 pounds.
How much does a herring Hall Marvin Safe weigh?
Approximately 1,000 lbs
How much does a Cary safe weigh?
about 1200 pounds