Trigger lock or cable lock?

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Which type of lock do you guys prefer?

Also a cable lock works as a legal locking device? Just to make sure, I'd heard from a family member that you can only use a trigger lock, and while I'm 99% sure I saw that a cable lock works in the handbook, I'd like to be 100% sure
 
They say to use a "secure locking device" and also specifically mention both a trigger or cable lock. I think you'll be OK with either.

There are also other types of devices mentioned in the past. The one I'm thinking of is actually inserted into the barrel at the chamber end and is locked with a key from the muzzle. There was some discussion here on the legalities of it and some ambivalent emails from the RCMP. I haven't seen anything about them for a while, but they looked pretty slick and I suspect, more effective than both cable and trigger type locks.

EDIT: Here's the thread I was taking about: http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=659636
 
I like both depending on...

1. The firearm
2. How quickly I access the firearm
3. How much damage it might cause
4. If it causes a hindrance closing the case
5. How much I care about the condition of the firearm

Also depends on what the application is.... So to speak
 
ea187 said:
I wouldn't use them.
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Is it a legal issue or is it just your personal preference? I can pop open some cheap trigger locks faster than I can cut through the cable ties I use (12 - 14 inch variety). You would think that if cable ties are good enough to use as handcuffs they would be good enough for this purpose.
 
frierags said:
Is it a legal issue or is it just your personal preference? I can pop open some cheap trigger locks faster than I can cut through the cable ties I use (12 - 14 inch variety). You would think that if cable ties are good enough to use as handcuffs they would be good enough for this purpose.
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The rule book says it has to be "Rendered inoperable by using a secure locking device".

I guess you can take that however you like but the way I read that, I would not classify a zip tie as a locking device...

I understand what your saying but if sh*t ever hit the fan I dont think law would take your side.
 
Mr-X said:
The rule book says it has to be "Rendered inoperable by using a secure locking device".

I guess you can take that however you like but the way I read that, I would not classify a zip tie as a locking device...

I understand what your saying but if sh*t ever hit the fan I dont think law would take your side.
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Thanks for the reply! Until I hear something different, no more zip ties for me.
 
What about a padlock simply put through the trigger guard so the trigger can not move all the way rearward. I have a friend who is RCMP and that is how he locks his gun. With my SIG mosquito it is impossible to shoot, I tried.
 
The way it was explained to me, if a device is installed that prevents use of the firearm and cannot be removed without tools (ie a very light duty zip tie that you can just break with your fingers), then it constitutes a secure locking device. Having said that, I only use cable locks or trigger locks as I can't afford to argue it in court, a three pack of trigger locks for $15.99 is a lot cheaper ;)

As for which ones I use, it depends on the gun. On most of my handguns, I have trigger locks. On an AR15 for example, I find the shape/size of the trigger guard makes it difficult to install a trigger lock tightly, so I use a cable lock. That way it also makes it much more difficult to disassemble the gun.

Adam
 
I bought a dozen combination trigger locks on ebay for about $8.00 each. Brand is The Club.

To open all I have to do is move one dial one digit. very fast and convenient. Have not yet found a gun that needs a lock that this lock does not fit. Have not had the problem of forgetting the key.

I also discovered that the lock will lock my plastic pistol case.

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yeah "inoperable with the locking device in place" seems to be king.

the only locking device i will use on my firearms is a combo trigger lock. Combos my friends. combos. sure everyone whines "yeah well i can get 3 keyed ones for 10 dollars..." i know. i did that once too. then i forgot my key at home one time when i went to the range.
 
I use trigger locks, but cable locks are preferred for anyone with lever actions, as it wouldn't really be secured with a trigger lock. ;)

animalamidon said:
yeah "inoperable with the locking device in place" seems to be king.

the only locking device i will use on my firearms is a combo trigger lock. Combos my friends. combos. sure everyone whines "yeah well i can get 3 keyed ones for 10 dollars..." i know. i did that once too. then i forgot my key at home one time when i went to the range.
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I had that problem before. Then I purchased a whole bunch of keyed alike locks and left the extra keys in convenient places such as my range bag and ammo box. They are there, but hidden out of sight so it's not obvious when anyone looks.

I've also picked one open before with a basic tool. ;)
 
I find these to work quite well, far nicer to manipulate then a trigger lock.

Xttp://www.etrailer.com/Locks/Master-Lock/99KADSPT.html

Thin cases don't lend themselves well to thick bulky trigger locks.
 
I use steel cables that are lined with plastic and small combination locks. No keys to forget, fits all of my guns and guns all fit in any of the boxes I have.

Try fitting some of the 3 for $10 trigger locks into a Glock or Tanfoglio box. It won't close. Also you have to lock the box too. A trigger lock will lock a Glock box if inserted through the handle, but what if you don't have a Glock? Then you need to buy another type of lock with a different key or combination. Too much hassle for me so I standardized all my locks by going cable and combination.
 
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