How to Safely Store Firearms at Home | Stopbox USA | The Reholstered Podcast

Published on April 26, 2024
Duration: 37:37

This episode of The Reholstered Podcast features Dylan and Calvin Irvin from Stopbox USA, discussing their innovative firearm retention devices. The Stopbox is designed as an intermediary between a holster and a safe, offering quick access while preventing unintended access by children or others. The discussion highlights its all-mechanical, battery-free operation, designed for use in the dark and under stress, differentiating it from electronic safes. The brothers also detail the product's unique locking mechanism, its development journey, and other products like the Chamber Lock.

Quick Summary

The Stopbox is a firearm retention device designed to prevent unintended access by children or others while allowing quick owner access. Its all-mechanical, battery-free design ensures reliability in stressful, low-light conditions, differentiating it from electronic safes by prioritizing immediate availability over deterring determined intruders.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Promo Code
  2. 00:41Meet Stopbox USA: Dylan & Calvin Irvin
  3. 02:00What is Stopbox?
  4. 03:07Stopbox vs. Traditional Safes
  5. 03:40Designed for Stress & Darkness
  6. 05:06Intuitive Access Under Pressure
  7. 05:38Genesis of the Stopbox Idea
  8. 07:16How the Stopbox Works
  9. 08:08The Mechanical Locking Design
  10. 09:39Entering the Code & Pressure Safety
  11. 10:38Learning Curve & Practice
  12. 12:19Development & Engineering Process
  13. 14:17Early Tinkering & Invention
  14. 15:09From Idea to Prototype
  15. 17:00Company Formation & Launch Timeline
  16. 17:35Family & Team Dynamics
  17. 21:15Growing Up in a Maker Family
  18. 22:01Quality Control Process
  19. 23:22Continuous Improvement in Production
  20. 24:42Other Stopbox Products
  21. 25:07AR-15 Chamber Lock
  22. 27:47Shotgun Chamber Lock
  23. 27:54Wall Anchored Retention Device
  24. 28:13Location & Vertical Integration
  25. 29:25Advice for Entrepreneurs
  26. 32:20Why You Need a Stopbox
  27. 33:05Powerful Real-Life Scenario
  28. 36:14Closing Remarks & Promo Code

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of the Stopbox firearm retention device?

The Stopbox serves as a firearm retention device, bridging the gap between a holster and a safe. Its main purpose is to prevent unintended access to a firearm by children or others, while still allowing quick access for the owner when needed.

How does the Stopbox ensure quick access in stressful situations or darkness?

The Stopbox features an all-mechanical design without batteries or electronics. It uses tactile finger actuators and a unique locking mechanism that can be operated by feel, making it accessible even in complete darkness or under high stress.

What makes the Stopbox different from traditional firearm safes?

Unlike traditional safes, the Stopbox is not designed to deter determined intruders but to prevent accidental or unauthorized access by children or guests. Its mechanical, quick-access design prioritizes immediate availability for the owner.

Can the Stopbox be used with firearms that are already loaded?

Yes, the Stopbox is designed to store a loaded firearm, providing a secure yet quickly accessible option. The key is that it prevents others from accessing the firearm, not necessarily from the owner accessing it.

What other firearm safety products does Stopbox USA offer?

Beyond the original Stopbox, Stopbox USA offers the Stopbox Pro, AR-15 and shotgun Chamber Locks that secure the firearm's chamber, and a wall-mounted version called the Wall Anchored Retention Device.

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