Sentry Safes

Sentry safes have been produced for over 75 years and are regarded as a high-quality, affordable safe for the home or business. The company, now Sentry Group, got its start during the Great Depression in 1930. The small shop created safes and quickly grew to encompass the global presence they have now. Today, sentry safes are the leading supplier of secure storage and fire-resistant safes throughout the world.

Sentry safes that are fire-resistant are required to meet exacting standards for protection. The interior of sentry safes are required to stay below 350 degrees Fahrenheit and to do so for up to two hours of protection, depending on the specific model. In addition, Sentry safes that are rated for fire protection come with a lifetime replacement guarantee if they are damaged by fire.

In addition to fire protection, Sentry safes are also tested for security. Sentry safes typically have Group 2 locks installed, which means that they designed to resist an attempt by a professional locksmith, with knowledge of the safe and proper tools, for five minutes. In addition Group 2 locks must also:

• Have a re-locker security feature that will allow the safe to remain closed if the lock is punched with tools
• Have at least one million different combinations available for use
• Continue to work after being exposed to aging stress, moisture absorption, vibration, and corrosion by salt spray

Additionally, Sentry safes are also rated on whether or not they are waterproof or water-resistant. Safes that are waterproof have been submerged entirely in water for at least an hour with no water entering the safe after that time. Water-resistant safes are tested with 1,000 gallons of water spray and by sitting in up 6 inches of standing water.