Transporting Derringers?

[icedragonmx]

What type of system do you guys use to transport a Derringer? Trigger locks are out can I just double box it?(locked box inside a locked case) I am worried about damage to the finish ect. Any help would be great(pics too)

 

[Billy The Kid]

Cable lock through the barrel(s) will work.

 

[Stevo]

Double boxing it is no good. As said, a cable lock thru the barrel or a long shank padlock through the barrel is the way to go.

 

[icedragonmx]

Its a 22lr so thats going to be hard to find a cable lock small enough. Going to have to go shopping tommorrow

 

[Stevo]

Its a 22lr so thats going to be hard to find a cable lock small enough. Going to have to go shopping tommorrow

Will a padlock fit around the breech area when it's broken open and not slip off?

 

[icedragonmx]

Will a padlock fit around the breech area when it's broken open and not slip off?

Yes but it will rub the finish if I did that. I am unsure of how to protect the finish using a padlock in this manner

Would plastic Zip ties through the barrel be a secure locking device?

 

[Billy The Kid]

I am unsure of how to protect the finish using a padlock in this manner

Use a padlock that's 'rubberized'....

 

[gonecountry]

I seen a guy at the range use a regular pad lock with a small peice of rubber hose slipped over it, he then put it behind the trigger on his 586, it worked good, no movement.

I know you cant use it behind the trigger but that should be a good way to protect it.

 

[gonecountry]

Damn I'm a slow typer.

 

[7.62mm]

Yes but it will rub the finish if I did that. I am unsure of how to protect the finish using a padlock in this manner

Would plastic Zip ties through the barrel be a secure locking device?

Police use those zip ties to secure firearms, don't see why you shouldn't be able to as well.

 

[icedragonmx]

If I could find a rubberized padlock where the base and loop is coated in rubber I dont think the actual steel locking loop would cause any damage? See Pics... I know the Zip Ties would be ok as far as the finish is concerned other than me trying to cut them off

I just want to be able to have a secure but easy system....

 

[gonecountry]

http://www.masterlock.com/cgi-bin/s...dential/outdoor/&style_id=A5&sub_style_id=B51

Here try this.

 

[icedragonmx]

http://www.masterlock.com/cgi-bin/s...dential/outdoor/&style_id=A5&sub_style_id=B51

Here try this.

Thanks for the link! I like that both the loop and the body are rubber coated. Less worry when the padlock pivots against the frame.

 

[SandRoad]

There is also a product called "Liquid Electrical Tape" it is a liquid (vinyl or similar, I think) and leaves a plastic coating on things. If you degrease the shank of a regular padlock and paint or brush this stuff on then it will give some protection. I am not sure how durable the coating is against sharp corners. I think Princess Auto may carry it.

For a 22 derringer, I use a Frantzen combination cable lock through the barrel. The locking end did fit through the bore but it was tight. I filed/sanded it down now fits very easily. I prefer to have all locks keyed alike or use combo locks.

 

[CanAm]

Cable ski lock.

 

[pitdogboy]

My grandma transported her's in her purse.

Canam has it right a ski or snowboard cable lock will get the job done.

 

[Mercury0_0]

Try Visualock.com. I've got one for each of my guns. .22lr, 9mm, and .50AE.

 

[icedragonmx]

Try Visualock.com. I've got one for each of my guns. .22lr, 9mm, and .50AE.

Did you mail order it or find it at a local store? Looks like a good idea as I can keep the barrel closed during shipping. Thanks for the link!

 

[Mercury0_0]

I bought them straight from the Manufacturer $20.00 plus a few bucks shipping. They are sold at Cabela's though. Maybe other places too.
Here's what they look like on the guns.

 

[icedragonmx]

Thanks Mercury0 0 I think thats the winning combo right there! A low bulk camber/barrel lock that wont break the bank. A good lock for this use! Thanks again