✨ Highlights
- SABS approved for legal firearm storage compliance.
- Heavy-duty steel construction deters determined thieves.
- Stores up to six rifles or shotguns safely and neatly.
- Separate internal compartment for ammunition security.
- Dual locking mechanism for enhanced security and control.
- Essential for compliance audits across all provinces.
💳 Purchase Options
- Directly from Avansa: Click "Request a Quote" and you will receive a quote in less than 1 hour.
- Our Online Stores: Retail Gear and MoneyCounters.co.za
- In Store: At any Makro Store (some products are only available on Makro online)
- Online Retailers: Takealot.com, Makro.co.za, and Amazon.co.za
Wherever You Buy You Will Receive:
- Shipping: Door-to-door delivery nationwide
- Satisfaction Guarantee: 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee
- Support: Technical assistance available via Avansa service centres
Pricing
"Request a Quote for Pricing" or contact us for bulk or dealer pricing.
⚙️ Technical Specs
The Avansa 6 Gun Locker is engineered for commercial-grade security. The safe is built to meet and exceed all South African legal requirements for firearm storage. It is constructed from thick, hardened steel, specifically featuring a 6mm door plate and a 3mm body plate, which is the SABS standard for this category of safe. This heavy construction ensures maximum resistance against prying and cutting tools.
- Capacity: Designed for 6 handguns.
- External Dimensions (H x W x D): 1550 mm x 370 mm x 360 mm.
- Weight: A substantial 72 kg, making relocation extremely difficult.
- Locking: Dual-lock system (7-lever key locks) for superior security.
- Ammunition: Separate, lockable inner shelf for secure ammo storage.
- Mounting: Pre-drilled holes for secure bolting to the floor and wall.
🗣️ Customer Testimonial
“We run a security response unit and cannot risk non-compliance. The Avansa 6 Gun Locker gave us certified peace of mind. It’s solid, the locks are responsive, and the SABS sticker made our compliance audit effortless. This is the quality of safe we needed in a high-risk location like Johannesburg.”
🎯 Ideal Applications
The Avansa SABS Gun Locker is essential for any business dealing with firearms or security. Its application ensures legal compliance and asset protection.
- Farm Security: Secure storage for multiple firearms or ammunition.
- Retail Security: Centralised, certified storage for armed response teams' equipment.
- Cash-In-Transit (CIT) Offices: Compliant and secure storage of backup firearms.
- Game Lodges & Reserves: Ensuring staff weapons are secured from guests and thieves.
💡 How It Works
The Avansa 6 Gun Locker operates on a simple, dual-key principle. To access the firearms, two separate, unique keys must be used to open the main door. This dual-key mechanism adds a critical layer of control, often requiring two authorised personnel to be present.
💰 Value Benefits
Investing in the Avansa SABS Approved Gun Safe delivers a direct return on investment through regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
- Avoid Penalties: Ensures full compliance with SAPS regulations, avoiding hefty fines or loss of firearm licenses.
- Insurance Compliance: Certified SABS approval is often a mandatory requirement for insurance coverage on premises with firearms.
- Asset Protection: Prevents the substantial financial and legal cost of firearm theft.
- Operational Efficiency: The neat, dedicated storage reduces time spent on security checks and inventory.
📊 Product Comparison
When considering the Avansa 6 Gun Locker against other models like the Mutual SABS Approved 6 Gun Locker, it's essential to understand that all SABS-compliant safes meet a baseline standard. The Avansa 6 Gun Locker differentiates itself with its robust, locally-engineered components and focus on ease of installation and long-term durability, backed by Avansa's regional support network.
Feature Comparison:
SABS Rating & Construction:
- Avansa 6 Gun Locker: SABS CAT-B. 6mm door / 3mm body steel plate.
- Mutual SABS Approved 6 Gun Locker: SABS CAT-B. Typically similar steel standards.
- The Safe Shop SABS 6 Bay: SABS CAT-B. Meets minimum regulatory thickness.
Locking Mechanism:
- Avansa 6 Gun Locker: Robust Dual Key Locks (7-Lever).
- Mutual SABS Approved 6 Gun Locker: Often uses single or dual key lock.
- The Safe Shop SABS 6 Bay: Dual locking system (Key and Key or Key and Combination).
🧭 Explore Our Product Range
Avansa offers a holistic topic cluster of security solutions to protect your high-value assets and cash flow.
- Drop Safes: Ideal for secure, non-retrievable cash deposits during operating hours.
- Strong Room Doors: Highest level of physical security for bulk cash storage rooms.
- Under-Counter Safes: Quick-access secure storage for till cash in retail environments.
- Anti Bandit Doors: Bullet-resistant doors to protect staff in cash offices and ATMs.
Avansa offers a range of gun safes:
- Avansa Gun Locker(single lock)
- Avansa Gun Locker(dual lock)
- Avansa 4 Gun Locker(single lock)
- Avansa 4 Gun Locker(dual lock)
- Avansa 6 Gun Locker(single lock)
- Avansa 6 Gun Locker(dual lock)
- Avansa 10 Gun Locker(single lock)
- Avansa 10 Gun Locker(dual lock)
❓ Common Questions
What is the minimum legal requirement for gun safe thickness in South Africa?
The minimum SABS requirement for a gun safe (CAT-B) is typically a 6mm thick door and a 3mm thick body. The Avansa 6 Gun Locker meets these exact SABS specifications, ensuring full legal compliance.
Is the Avansa 6 Gun Locker certified for CAT-A and CAT-B firearms?
Yes, the Avansa 6 Gun Locker is SABS approved, certifying it as safe. This makes it suitable for all common business.
Does this safe include a separate lockable compartment for ammunition?
Yes, it features 6 separate, fully lockable compartments, one can be used to store ammunition. This meets the legal requirement that firearms and ammunition must be stored separately within the safe.
How difficult is it to install the Avansa 6 Gun Locker?
Installation is straightforward. The safe comes with pre-drilled holes for bolting to a concrete floor and/or a wall. Securing the safe properly is a legal requirement and prevents thieves from moving the entire unit.
Why is an SABS certification essential for a business gun safe?
The SABS certification (SABS 1263-1) is critical because it legally validates the safe's construction and security features. Without it, your firearm licenses can be revoked, and your insurance claim may be rejected in the event of theft.
Can this safe be used to store handguns as well as rifles?
No, it is designed for 6 handguns, if you need to store rifles, we would suggest one of our rifle safes.