Hornady Handgun Safe Opens with RFID Signal
Imagine this — your “home security” handgun is stored safely and securely near your bedside. But with the simple swipe of a keyfob, card, or wristband, you have instant access to the gun. Sound like science fiction? Well, this is real. Hornady’s new RAPID Safe uses RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology to allow instantaneous access to a firearm using either a special card, an RFID bracelet, or a special keyfob. In addition, the safe can be opened using a programmed keypad or a traditional key lock.
Brownells.com already has this new product in stock. Watch the video to see how the RAPID Safe works. The system runs with 110 volt AC power or internal battery pack. This short video shows various opening modes:
Open your safe in the blink of an eye. Simply place the included RFID bracelet, card, or key fob over the reader, and the RAPiD™ safe springs open to present your handgun.
Yep, give politicians an idea and it will become a nightmare…Boycott this technology!
Ugh.
We use RFID badges at work, and half the time they don’t even work on the first attempt. Normally it’s not a big deal, except when luck has decided that it won’t be with you that day so it’s 4 attempts to read a badge to get into the building. 5 attempts to get through the main hallway, 3 attempts to get to the engineering area, and another 5 attempts to get into the lab.
And a wall adapter? Really? Sure it includes a battery, but then you’re constantly having to worry about the state of the battery.
So if I do need access to it, I’ll be stuck wondering if the reader works, if the electronics work… and it’s not like these things are sturdy enough to keep a determined thief from stealing your gun, I’d just rather stick with a mechanical option.