Security Chains or Cable for Airguns

[copperjacket]

I am looking for recommendations for a replacement security cable or chain for my Airguns - my current versions have preformed coils in them which is a monumental pain.

So I am looking for something chunky / strong ,flexible,straight and plastic coated that will pass through the trigger guards of most Airguns with particular attention to the eyelets at the end. Ideally with eyelets or hoops at each end that I can use with my own padlocks.

Ideally something long enough for at least 10 rifles / pistols but I can of course daisy chain if needed.

What are you all using or can recommend please?

Many thanks.

[LewesNick]

Would a motorcycle or bicycle security chain/cable work for you?

Or maybe a motorbike throttle or bicycle brake cable?

[pbranthwaite]

One of the cables you buy for dogs, looped at both ends and plastic coated

[copperjacket]

One of the cables you buy for dogs, looped at both ends and plastic coated

That’s the sort of thing I am thinking of however the problem may be the size of the ferrule or indeed finished loop as no one seems to quote this. Being brutally honest I’m hoping someone else can take the guesswork out of this!

[Segata]

Some push bike ones designed with a seperate lock can be a bit narrower, in the current one you mention coils being an issue, have you tried using heat to take the coils out to make it work?

[copperjacket]

Some push bike ones designed with a seperate lock can be a bit narrower, in the current one you mention coils being an issue, have you tried using heat to take the coils out to make it work?

Thank you for the idea but I’m concerned not to melt the plastic coating. Tried hanging from the ceiling for 2 weeks with 15 litres of paint on the bottom but very quickly recoiled itself on release.

[Segata]

Thats fair enough, I'd have a look at the bicycle ones then as that sounds like it might work.

[angrybear]

How about the Masterlock Python ?

Ideal for trigger guards as they don't have any end loops,
the cable goes in to the lock to form an endless loop,
you can join several together or have one long cable, they come in various lengths up to about 30ft & 5,8,10mm dia
I've got several for securing trail cameras, amongst other things.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Master-Lock...49&sr=8-8&th=1

Better still are gun cabinets.

[Bellycrawler]

I have cables with a ball each end you out a padlock on. Years ago gunshops used them.

[minibbb]

I can't help but think it's a little pointless unless to stop a younger family member gaining access.

Anything thing enough to go through a trigger guard will be snipped very easily.

[angrybear]

I can't help but think it's a little pointless unless to stop a younger family member gaining access.

Anything thing enough to go through a trigger guard will be snipped very easily.

Maybe, but it will stop a casual burglar just grabbing them, & may be the difference between home insurance covering them or not

[Segata]

Was gonna say that too, its the same with anything locked, chained etc, little is going to stop someone actively prepared but thats a less likely senario, a basic level of security however may stop the casual Herbert whos just looking for some easy items to flog for a small reward which is usually what most break ins tend to be.

[where's it gone]

Is this security chain to be used inside a secure premises, inside a securely locked cabinet of sorts to secure your airguns from unwanted removal ? Long gone when your airguns were ok under the bed or in the sock draw.
If the above security measures applies, a simply cheap but effective way could be curtain wire,with eyelets big enough for a quality padlock to fit, quality rather than size, passed through a larger eyelet stuck to the side of cabinet, Bostick' Sticks like S**t is brilliant, and that will secure your airguns from unauthorized removal. Unless the unwanted remover comes tooled up with bolt (wire cutters)cutters in which it won't make a lot of difference as your prized collection will be badly damaged while having unauthorized removal.

[Neil54]

You can get stainless wire rope from a yacht chandlery.
They make them up to order and fit eyes on the end.
They can fit plastic coating to stop the sails from chafing on the stays.

[copperjacket]

You can get stainless wire rope from a yacht chandlery.
They make them up to order and fit eyes on the end.
They can fit plastic coating to stop the sails from chafing on the stays.

Excellent thank you