SentrySafe CHW30300 Fire/Water Chest Safe with Digital Lock, 0.36 Cu-Ft, Charcoal Gray

This combination of fire/water protection for documents is exactly what I needed for important paperwork that was irreplaceable.

I am very happy with my purchase. I had previously purchased a smaller size and when I opened it I realized my documents would not fit. So I exchanged it for the larger size and I love it!! Everything fits perfectly. And I love the fact it is both waterproof and fireproof. Instructions that came with it were very easy to follow.

It is a rugged, robust and well constructed safe that is very easy to use with a positive locking feature. The sealing gasket is substantial and well fitted. Until a fire or flood event occurs all I can do as a consumer is ensure the manufacturer states they have fully met identifiable and sensible standards (flood, fire endurance, explosion hazard and data protection) and have performed the necessary testing and lastly they are reputable. Sentry safe have done this to my satisfaction and so I purchased this product with confidence in entrusting the future safety of my items; I have no regrets.

I would have given this safe a 5 star but the two things that I don't like about it is it doesn't have a handle to pick it up. Also I don't care for how you have to open it that you have to push down on the lid and push in on latch. I have a hard time pushing down and then lifting it to open.

I like the chest itself very much and it meets my needs. I do wish it mentioned on the exterior of the box that a battery (not included) was required and the size needed. Also, I wish the manual stated the inside measurements of the safe as I needed to purchase an airtight container to fit the inside.

Simple to set up. You need a bank / ID card to open the battery housing and then a 9v PP9 battery. I bought this knowing it is NOT a safe, but for the fire and water protection for valuable documents. It is large enough to fit A4 documents flat without folding or bending. Another reason I got it. Obviously I haven't tested it but it certainly feels solid enough. It is fairly heavy and that why, I've only given 4 Stars. This really could do with a fold out handle or two hand grips on the sides. Happy with it so far. Would recommend if you have items you need protecting.

I just received the product but was able to set it up within the same day. Instructions for setup are pretty clear and understandable.No Complaints. Its bigger than what I expected based on the photo. Overall I am satisfied. I wish it had handles to carry it.

I bought 2 of these safes. One for myself and one for my elderly parents. After 'some' difficulty with the one I set up for myself, it is now working for me. Although, the one I programmed for my parents is another matter. It is definitely not user friendly for seniors. The requirement to press down on the unit while depressing the lever, is very difficult for them. I managed to do it, but it seems to have a mind of it's own when it wants to open. I will return my parents' unit. It has caused them much stress that they are not able to operate it. If it would just pop open once the combination is entered, and no levers to squeeze, it would be so much better.

It's ok , but I'm sick of reviews . It could have come with a battery. I'm a bit remote so I have to make a trip to town or buy one on the internet. Every time I buy anything I'm expected to give yet another review . Who cares . I couldn't give a toss .

I followed the instructions and changed the code as suggested. Then I could open it using the new code fine. However I realized that the "safe" does not lock itself at all. As per the manufacturer claim, the safe locks itself when the lid is firmly closed. I did that and it did lock the button that opens the safe. However, if you push the lid down and then press the unlock button, then the case opens without entering any code.