If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that nothing is certain and the world can change in a matter of seconds. Never did I think I would witness a pandemic during my time on earth. I remember hearing about the Spanish flu and laughing about it like it was something so out of reach for us, something that could never reoccur. I couldn’t even begin to fathom what living through a time like that was like. But then it happens to you and then your whole thought process changes. It made me think about a lot, and about things I hadn’t thought about before; from bigger issues like global relief plans to smaller issues like the number of germs on every surface I come into contact with. But I also learned some valuable lessons, like the fact that planning your life is a waste of time. You’re never really in control so why try to control everything? It’s taught me to live more freely, more on the edge, like any day could be our last. But most importantly, it’s made me reevaluate on many levels. All the rioting and looting that came out of the pandemic made it feel like we were about to enter another civil war. I never used to think about my safety but now I am constantly worrying. I walk around with pepper spray and find myself frequently checking my surroundings. I never used to think about someone breaking into my home but now I want to make sure I’m absolutely prepared for something like that. And boom, now you finally understand why I’ve decided to write about this topic. Whether you want to protect jewelry, emergency cash, valuable pieces, a gun, something sentimental, etc., a safe is definitely necessary.

 But what safe is best for you and what should you consider prior to picking a safe? Let’s explore our options.