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Get a lockable pelican case. Just make sure your ammo is separate from the firearm. I may be wrong but if I remember correctly in California your lock trunk is considered acceptable to hold the firearm and then put the ammo in the glove box. It may have changed though.
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Transporting Firearms in California
HANDGUNS Pursuant to California Penal Code section 25610, a United States citizen over 18 years of age who is not prohibited from firearm possession, and who resides or is temporarily in California, may transport by motor vehicle any handgun provided it is unloaded and locked in the vehicle’s...
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This safe works fine. You'll find it sold under lots of different names and it may be available for even less.
I know you said 1911, but in the event you decide to bring something else, remember that magazines in excess of 10 rounds are illegal in Ca.
Also note that it is legal to store a loaded mag in the same locked case as the gun, you just can't have the mag inserted. However, with that said, it's anyone's guess if you'll get a cop who actually knows the law. So it may be best to keep the mag out of the box. To that end, it's perfectly legal to carry a loaded mag on your belt, pocket, etc., or to have it in a dash cubby or something. But obviously if a cop sees it sitting there, you're going to get some questions.
I know you said 1911, but in the event you decide to bring something else, remember that magazines in excess of 10 rounds are illegal in Ca.
Also note that it is legal to store a loaded mag in the same locked case as the gun, you just can't have the mag inserted. However, with that said, it's anyone's guess if you'll get a cop who actually knows the law. So it may be best to keep the mag out of the box. To that end, it's perfectly legal to carry a loaded mag on your belt, pocket, etc., or to have it in a dash cubby or something. But obviously if a cop sees it sitting there, you're going to get some questions.
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Is it possible to go around California? Or is the destination somewhere in California?
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Bonus on those type, they are TSA compliant. So should the OP wish to fly with a checked handgun in the future, he's all set.
We have carry-on bags we check and wrap the cable around the frame. Those particular bags have Velcro pull-outs to access the bag frame.
Also handy to have in the car/truck if doing business at a courthouse / federal building etc. Standard vehicle stowage applies, never leave anything in plain sight.
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A member has a Vaultek VT20 for sale for 170
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A display of California compliant gun lock boxes
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The one downside to the case may be that it is not thick enough to hold a gun and holster together...you have to unholster your gun so it will fit. So consider if that is something that is important to you. The case, however, is thin enough to slide under a number of car seats.
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That's quite a little investment to make just for a trip to Cali
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They are reusable!
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How would the VT20 compare to the Lifepod?
More secure than a 25 dollar one...
IMO everyine should have a travel safe for their pistols in their cars even just around town. Better than leaving it in a glove box.
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You have gotten good advise so far, including a link to CA AG's sumery of gun laws. Pay close attn to what CA considers a "Locked Compartment". They spacificly say do not carry your gun in a glove box or consol, whether it locks or not!
One other odd thing about CA law is , If asked by LE you must give them access to your firearm "To verify it is unloaded". The only place I have ever heard of this comming up is in the San Francisco Bay Area. They are even unfriendly to other LEO's. The bay area towns also ban some HP ammo. So Welcome to CA! If you can avoid the Bay area , the rest of CA has a lot to see and do. In my own area [ exact center of the state, Just south of Yosemite Ntl Park] Most people are conservative, pro personal responsibility, and Pro Gun.
Inside your hotel room , campsite, or RV you have the right to your loaded gun, The same as your home. So enjoy your time here! DR
One other odd thing about CA law is , If asked by LE you must give them access to your firearm "To verify it is unloaded". The only place I have ever heard of this comming up is in the San Francisco Bay Area. They are even unfriendly to other LEO's. The bay area towns also ban some HP ammo. So Welcome to CA! If you can avoid the Bay area , the rest of CA has a lot to see and do. In my own area [ exact center of the state, Just south of Yosemite Ntl Park] Most people are conservative, pro personal responsibility, and Pro Gun.
Inside your hotel room , campsite, or RV you have the right to your loaded gun, The same as your home. So enjoy your time here! DR
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This is as secure as any car gun safe.and it doesnt scream gun! I have a couple bolts theough from the inside so no one walks off with it either. Good Luck, DR
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I agree, my truck has a safe mounted under the seat
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I am going to pick up one of these from Coastal to get me by.
www.snapsafe.com
TrekLite® Lock Box - XL - SnapSafe
The TrekLite® Lock Box offers heavy-duty protection at a third of the weight of steel!
I have several of these from Harbor Freight https://www.harborfreight.com/personal-portable-security-safe-64079.html They are heavy duty, inexpensive and the fit and finish is perfect.
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I too would go way out of my way to never set foot in that commie state.
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