How Tough Are Harbor Freight Gun Safes?

Published on February 14, 2025
Duration: 21:36

This video brutally tests Harbor Freight's Union Safe Company gun safes, revealing significant vulnerabilities. While a small suitcase safe proved surprisingly waterproof, larger models were easily breached by sledgehammers, angle grinders, and high-caliber firearms like the .50 BMG Barrett M82A1. The largest 22-gun safe was penetrated by .50 BMG, 12 gauge slugs, and .500 Magnum rounds, though 9mm rounds only dented the exterior.

Quick Summary

Harbor Freight's Union Safe Company gun safes show mixed results in torture tests. While a small suitcase safe was waterproof, larger models were easily breached by sledgehammers and angle grinders. High-caliber rounds like .50 BMG and .500 Magnum penetrated the 22-gun safe, though 9mm rounds only caused dents.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Harbor Freight Gun Safes
  2. 02:28Suitcase Safe Waterproof Test
  3. 03:21Gun Locker Sledgehammer Test
  4. 04:52Small Vault Mechanical Test
  5. 10:4522-Gun Safe: .50 BMG Test
  6. 13:4422-Gun Safe: 12 Gauge Test
  7. 15:1122-Gun Safe: .500 Magnum Test
  8. 16:3322-Gun Safe: 9mm Test
  9. 17:4522-Gun Safe: Angle Grinder Breach

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Harbor Freight suitcase safe perform in the waterproof test?

The Harbor Freight suitcase safe was submerged in a creek and successfully kept its contents (fudge rounds) dry, demonstrating surprising water resistance for its size and price point.

Can a sledgehammer easily break into Harbor Freight gun lockers?

Yes, the thin-walled gun locker tested was easily breached with a sledgehammer. The speaker concluded it offers very little security against basic physical force.

What was the result of shooting the 22-gun Harbor Freight safe with a .50 BMG rifle?

The .50 BMG rounds fired from a Barrett M82A1 easily penetrated both the front door and the back of the 22-gun safe, indicating it offers no protection against high-powered rifle rounds.

Does the 22-gun Harbor Freight safe stop 9mm rounds?

Yes, 9mm rounds (115-grain FMJ) only caused minor dents on the front door of the 22-gun safe and failed to penetrate its main structure, suggesting some resistance to common handgun calibers.

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