American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe Review

American Security is the oldest, most reputable and highest quality safe company in the world. They’ve been around since 1946 and have always headquartered in California, USA. They make real safes, not the illusion of security but real, actual , high quality, secure, insurable safes in the BFX series and up. The American Security NF Series however, is not made by American Security but actually made in China and American Security just puts their logo on it. Just because something is made in China doesn’t mean it’s bad quality and the American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe is actually a good quality product and in this review I will explain exactly why.

Lock – American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe

First and always most important for any safe is its lock and the American Security AMSEC NF6036 gun safe comes standard with the ESL5 electronic lock. This lock is UL approved type 1 high security and the absolute highest rating you can get. It is made by American Security and is exclusively their lock. I usually only recommend electronic locks made by NL, SecuRam and S&G. You can special order these locks to be pre-installed at the factory which is critically important to retain your full warranty.

There is also a second lock option that is the Big Red Mechanical Lock, UL approved Type 2. This is one of the two mechanical locks I recommend with the other being made by S&G. This high quality lock is designed to last forever and uses the traditional 3 number combination on a spy-proof dial that prevents others from seeing you spin the combination. You can also special order the S&G Mechanical Lock from the factory as well.

Security – American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe

The American Security AMSEC NF6036 is built similar to standard gun safe construction with one layer of steel and multiple layers of gypsum fire board. Their BFX series uses a concrete composite mixture that is significantly stronger against burglary attempts using saws. The NF series uses an 11 gauge steel body in combination with a 1/4″ steel plate on the door and an inner steel liner of 11 gauge only on the door.

It did pass the UL Residential Security Container RSC burglary test and overall is a very secure gun safe. Passing the UL RSC burglary test ensures it can withstand sophisticated burglary attacks for a net time of 5 minutes per tool. This also allows the safe to be insured up to $30,000 with a home burglary alarm system.

Also included in the NF series are 14 solid steel locking bolts 1.5″ thick and covering all four sides. A hard plate is placed in front of the lock which absolutely destroys drill bits. Finally, an internal re-locker keeps the bolt in place if the burglar attempts to punch through the lock.

Fire Rating – American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe

Another great feature of the American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe is its 90 minute fire rating at 1200 degrees. This isn’t just any fire rating though, this is an ETL tested and verified fire rating. American Security is now one of the only company who verifies their fire ratings with an independent laboratory. This safe will definitely survive any fire and there are tons of case examples proving this.

Considering American Security is based out of California, wild fires are all too common. There are tons of NF gun safes that have survived the hottest fires for the longest periods of time. They also use genuine Palusol Fire seals which are the high quality seals in the industry. They expand to 7 times their size during a fire to keep smoke and heat out.

Style and Function

The American Security AMSEC NF6036 Gun Safe is finished in a textured gun metal gray powder coat paint job. Hardware includes a black chrome 5-spoke handle and keypad. The back of the door features a very high quality door panel organizer with pistol holsters and additional rifle storage. An internal power outlet is included so that you can run a dehumidifier and lights.

Finally, the interior is fully adjustable on both sides with side shelves, top shelves, gun racks all upholstered in a high quality fabric.

Warranty

American Security offers a lifetime warranty against break-in, attempted break-in and fire. In addition, they offer a 1 year parts and labor warranty on all components of the safe.

The Bottom Line

Would I buy the American Security NF6036 Gun Safe for my firearms and valuables. Yes, I definitely would as it is a good quality safe at a decent price.

There are however better options for less money such as the Stealth Premier 50 Gun Safe PR50. The reason I like this safe better is that it has the NL high security electronic lock, a thicker 10 gauge body, a much better paint job, beveled edges and a light kit, all for less money than the NF Gun Safe.

Most companies in the safe industry don’t keep these American Security gun safes in stock. They end up just shipping them direct form American Security which adds a significant amount of time from when you order the product to when you actually receive it. That’s why I’ve partnered with Dean Safe company. They have the largest supply of in-stock American Security Gun Safes in the industry. All of their product pages will tell you which models are available as In-Stock and able to ship same business day. You can see all of the available In-Stock American Security Gun Safes Here.