Very interesting information being passed... thanks for all the input. Plan on making a few phone calls to local locksmiths to see what is available. To be honest, I planned on checking out the local Bass Pro Shop to see their Browning and Redhead safes, but I see there is quite a bit more options out there.

Regarding the house alarm... My home is protected by ADT, but are you recommending I have a sensor placed on the safe as well?

Regarding the amount of temperature a safe can withstand... what is the recommended temp/time? Don't want to be doped into more than I actually need. I always go overboard on these type of things.

Regarding the combo... what is the word on dial or digital?

Again, very informative feedback. Thanks for all the posts.

MD Piney