lostspring Posted July 18, 2015 at 06:20 PM Posted July 18, 2015 at 06:20 PM I have seen a lot of examples lately of night stands, coffee table etc that have concealed gun storage built in. The night stand really appeals to me. Has anyone seen blueprints or plans available anywhere to build these? I would really like to build one.
GTX63 Posted July 18, 2015 at 06:49 PM Posted July 18, 2015 at 06:49 PM I made one from scratch. I wanted a nightstand that was tall enough to stand even with our bed (we have an older colonial style that is high off the floor) and could store my handgun. What I did was create a false front; it looks like it has a drawer but it is only a panel with a pull ring on the front. I routed and beveled the edges on the bed side of the nightstand and left it open, but it cannot be seen unless you are laying in bed looking directly at it, which works when company is over. The idea was, that if someone were to break into the house and coming near our bedroom, I could discreetly reach into the side of the nightstand and remove the gun without any noise or looking suspicious. I built it with probably $50 worth of maple, some legs and a half a day running thru a table saw and router. If I can make time, I'll take a pic and upload later.
lostspring Posted July 18, 2015 at 08:44 PM Author Posted July 18, 2015 at 08:44 PM I made one from scratch. I wanted a nightstand that was tall enough to stand even with our bed (we have an older colonial style that is high off the floor) and could store my handgun. What I did was create a false front; it looks like it has a drawer but it is only a panel with a pull ring on the front. I routed and beveled the edges on the bed side of the nightstand and left it open, but it cannot be seen unless you are laying in bed looking directly at it, which works when company is over. The idea was, that if someone were to break into the house and coming near our bedroom, I could discreetly reach into the side of the nightstand and remove the gun without any noise or looking suspicious. I built it with probably $50 worth of maple, some legs and a half a day running thru a table saw and router. If I can make time, I'll take a pic and upload later.Thanks That is similar to what I am looking for. Would appreciate pictures if you would.
ragsbo Posted July 19, 2015 at 12:15 AM Posted July 19, 2015 at 12:15 AM I just placed one of the metal safes with the combination lock on it on top of the nightstand and secured it to the wall. May not be discreet but it is very functional and secure. I have seen those you are talking about and like them too.
InterestedBystander Posted July 19, 2015 at 02:05 AM Posted July 19, 2015 at 02:05 AM Be sure to watch the YouTube video in later post. http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_139/1587929_Looking_for_ideas_for_a_nightstand_with_a_hidden_handgun_compartment.html
Wapner Posted July 22, 2015 at 04:50 AM Posted July 22, 2015 at 04:50 AM 2 Gunvault micros bolted under one nightstand, and under one shelf in closet. here.
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