If you're looking for an affordable safe with awesome benefits, you should definitely consider the DA3410.
To start, the Sentry DA3410 Fire Safe is popular as an affordable safe that offers numerous benefits. It offers 1.2 feet of storage space with water and fire resistance which are two of the most requested features from anyone considering a security safe. It is opened via a combination lock and is constructed with 6 live locking bolts and a metal handle. It also includes a tubular locking key for added security and access.
Fire Protection
The DA3410 is UL rated for 2 hours of fire protection. This means that CDs DVDs, Memory, and other valuables can be protected from heat up to 1850 degrees for up to 2 hours.
Water Protection
What many people fail to realize when buying a safe is the importance of water protection. Not only does this protect the safe in the event of a broken pipe or flood, but also protects it from sprinklers or water systems that might be used to extinguish a flame. The DA3410 features water resistance by being tested with 1,000 gallons of water spray for up to fifteen minutes and was also placed in six inches of water for over an hour without having the contents damaged.
Flexibility
The DA3410 offers flexible storage options with a multi-position shelf, a key rack, and also a small compartment which is great for securing small valuables such as jewelry, passports or electronics like a digital camera, ipod or mobile phone. It holds standard and A-4 size papers, folders, binders and other documents with a perfect fit.
Construction
The safe is made of solid materials with a steel door with 6 bolts. It features a metal handle and mounting hardware that allow you to easily secure this safe to any floor. It comes in a sleek black and gunmetal gray finish. It weighs in at 135 lbs with exterior dimensions of 17 27/32"H x 16 11/32"W x 19 5/16"D, making it a nice size small security safe for any home or business. It's interior is made of plastic which could us a bit of improvement, but it still offers strong protection. In fact the DA3410 comes with an ETL impact rating of 30 feet. Should you ever feel the need to throw your safe out the second story window, you can rest assured that it will land in one piece!
Warranty
The Sentry DA3410 offers a 1 year manufacturer warranty, but what is great is that Sentry Safe offers a lifetime after fire guarantee in the event of a fire, so be sure to mail in that registration card as soon as possible! The registration card asks what address the safe will be used which may raise some concerns for potential would be thieves, but double check with Sentry Safe when you purchase the DA3410 and let them know your concern. They may let you register the unit to a different or fictitious address.
Features at a Glance
Combination Lock with additional Tubular key Lock
ETL verified for 2 hours of fire protection of CDs, DVDs, Memory Sticks and USB Drives
Water Resistance
Steel construction
ETL Impact Rating of 30 feet
Adjustable shelving and storage options
Includes mounting hardware
6 live-locking bolts
Limited one-year warranty plus lifetime after fire replacement guarantee
The Verdict
The DA3410 is a great safe for anyone looking for a lot of features at a reasonable price. It offers solid construction, water resistance, fire protection, versatility in organization and a dual locking mechanism. The combination lock combined with the key lock provide added security. If the key lock is used, the safes combination lock can be bypassed and will not open, even with the correct combination. The interior is plastic, but helps in adding to the layers of fire and water protection that any safe shopper will need.