Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Product quality issues: The 7803 was not even close to the described specification. Paragon web page: "Constructed of extra thick 11 gauge solid steel" Description on Amazon: "Constructed of extra thick 11 gauge solid steel" Documentation with the product (see picture): "Constructed of extra thick 11 gauge solid steel" 11 gauge steel is 3.038mm thick. When I took the safe out of the box it felt too flimsy to be 11 gauge, so time for the calipers. Lip in the front (see picture): 1.85mm Measured at the bolt down hole in the back (see picture, used depth gauge): 1.86mm Which means that the promised 11 gauge steel is actually 14 gauge (1.897mm). Given that paint doesn't count and that the paint is a thick textured coat, I would not be surprised to find out that the steel is really 15 or 16 gauge. With steel that thin, it doesn't matter how thick the bolts are. Even a big screwdriver will be sufficient to quickly bend the safe wall out enough so that the bolts don't engage. It will also be quick and easy to cut into the safe with a hand hacksaw, much less a battery powered reciprocating saw. The good news is that if the handle or lock break, you shouldn't have much problem getting your stuff out of the safe! Shipping quality: The safe arrived in the factory packaging. The shelves, batteries, mounting hardware, and shelf screws were rattling around loose in the box. The screws, nuts, and washers to attach the shelves were not even in a bag. They just threw the hardware into the safe loose. Summary: At this price I was expecting a very basic safe to deter crimes of curiosity or opportunity, but this is junk. I'd be wary of purchasing any product from a company that clearly and repeatedly states one quality level (11 gauge steel) then ships something far inferior (14 gauge or thinner steel). I'm shipping it back tomorrow.