Khukuri Security?

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Yvsa

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I know this is a subject that many may not want to talk about and I can't blame anyone for not discussing the subject, but it is an issue I think and one that should concern all of us.

What or how do you keep your khukuris secure when you leave your home?

And what do you think is the best bet to keep your khukuri's safe from theft?

And what do you think is the best security system?

This would be a good time for the LEO's among us to offer suggestions.:)

I bought a 10 gun gun safe from Grizzly Industries fairly recently and when leaveing for an extended period of time I lock all my khukuri's in it. much better than what I used to do that I'm not going to mention in case I have to use it again.:)
(And that's what I mean about not wanting to talk about it.)

other times, like going for dinner, and foolishly I just leave them about the house except for the ones I have with me of course.:D

Not to give Grizzly Industries too much praise, but a 10 gun safe can be had for about the price of the regular YCS delivered to your house or near by shipping dock.
(I would suggest the shipping dock unless you have plenty of help since they weigh about 300 Lbs.)
And at that price a person could afford more than one if they have space for it.:D
And you can ask Terry Sisco about them since he has admired mine.:D

Oh!!! And for anyone wondering what kind of lock system the safe has.....
It has a 4 position combination lock with 7 7/8" diameter pins and a special key that has to be turned before you can open the door. What I've been told is the best safe system lock other than a bank vault.:D
 
Unfortunately Las Leachbed NV. is high crime, as is most urban areas these days. I keep virtually nothing of value in my apt.. What liitle I have, I like. But if its important (i.e. Khukuris) its in the safe deposit box at the bank. Renter's insurance may reimburse you but it cannot replace those meaningful items you've lost. This is no way to enjoy these fine blades, but it will keep them safe until I move to somewhere better. Have to get a bigger safe deposit box now thanks to HI and Uncle Bill :D
 
It's a consideration, Bro. Brother Fred when living in Springfield, MO some years back had his gun and knife collection stolen when he left the house for a 30 minute run to the grocery store. In that collection was a 1896 Winchester .38 rifle that had been in the family since about 1900. Fred figured somebody knew what he had, waited and watched, knew his routine and when the time was ripe goodbye to guns and knives.

Foolishly, perhaps, I still keep mine under the bed but that safe you have would go right thru the floor of the Titanic.
 
This is a real issue. My khukuries were stolen a few weeks ago when my house was broken into. I learned one valuable lesson when I realized my pistol was also stolen and I didn't know if they were in the house or not. Better to have a formidable weapon in your possession then left lying somewhere else.
(Not that you should carry every khukuri or gun you have around).

We have installed an ADT alarm system, and are pleased with it.
I sleep better at night now. One thing I have decided to do with khukuries from now on is to keep them in convenient, but not highly visible places.
 
Completely off topic, but . . .

QuietOne, I love your sig line. Is that yours?

Wish I'd had it to tell a few of my medical students. Amazing how many amateurs psychiatrists there are, and the incredible clarity and discernment they possess when compared to us plodding professionals. :D

Were the suspicions about who had stolen your knives ever confirmed?
 
Good thought, Doc. I'v known my share of the amateurs and they can sometimes get downright dangerous.

I just recalled the name I had for these folks -- "paperback shrinks."
 
While my khukuri's are valuable to me they are a relatively low value item in terms of dollars compared to many other items in a home. Not one of mine requires additional charges for insurance. I am more concern with bumping into the theif while he has the khukuri. This and having someone sit or bump into them is the main reasons I don't leave them lying around.

My high $ value items are locked in a gun safe. The kind I have is relatively inexpensive and lightweight. It is essential to properly bolt it to the wall for so that it does not get taken by theives. Failing that keeping them with the kitchen knives might help.

A monitored alarm system is the best. Don't locate the siren or alarm system near valuable items. A theif may head there first to try to disable the alarm if they are persistant.


Will
 
A gun safe or something similar is probably the best place to keep the khukuris in. My grandfathers guns were stolen when he was in the hospital at age 93 and some were his father and grandfathers. I bet someone who knew him did it.
 
Doc, thanks for the complement on the signature line. It is not mine. A friend of mine had repeated it a number of years ago when we were making preparations to handle the security for a foreign dignitary, which I would prefer not to name. The quote wasn't his either, it came from an old author and I can't remember the name. (my friend had a penchant for libraries)
The quote came when we were discussing some "experts" we had to deal with who were as big of a headache as the criminals that we were guarding against.

The two juveniles that we suspect did the crime have been in trouble for it before, and have other investigations linked to them. I just happen to also catch them on my property two weeks later. Without enough "hard evidence" to do anything, the only thing I or the police could do was give them a good scare.
They will probably do it again to someone else, if they haven't already. :barf:
 
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The Grizzly safe does bolt to two wall studs, but the problem is they're never where you need them. :)
I drilled 2 extra holes in mine and bolted it too the wall studs with 3" lag bolts.
Other than tearing the wall out it ain't moving No Where.:D

I have thought about a monitored alarm system and it may become reality if or when we take any extended trips.

And if you notice your door or a window open that wasn't when you left, go to the neighbors or use a cell phone and call the police.
Never take a chance on going into the house and possibly surprising a burglar!!!
And especially if knives or guns are left lain about with ammo handy for them.
That can get you or a loved one killed real quick.
 
Got these suggestions from Mas Ayoob's "The Truth About Self-Protection".

1) You can pick up old safes without combinations that aren't worth the cost of drilling and replacing the lock for VERY cheap. It'll give thieves lots of excercise, and who knows, they might open it for you, in which case you can have a locksmith set it for you. I'd be leary these days that it didn't hold SOME drugs, though.

2) Look for used safes that work.

3) This is for information and entertainment purposes only, guys:

Ayoob recounted a guy with a vast number of gems, gold, etc., in his home as a hedge against economic upheaval. Among the rest of the stuff were "gold" ingots that were really lead plated with 24 karat gold. Asked what for, he said it was remote control justice. He was counting on the people the thieves fenced his stuff to, to quickly find out it was fake and blow the thieves away for ripping the fence off.
 
Though it's not the same as having your treasured pieces back, insuring your collection is relatively cheap.

You may wish to take a look at the following link and check just how inexpensive it is to have a little additional peace of mind.

http://www.collectinsure.com/

Also, brothers and sisters, I recommend against being too specific in a public forum regarding what preventive measures you have taken in your own home.

Naturally I trust all of the denizens of the cantina, it's those I don't know that I have a problem with. Sorry to be cynical, but it goes with the turf I travel daily.

I'd hate to find out than any other member of my extended family fell victim to such vermin.

Blues
 
There is a book "The Stash Book: How to hide your valuables" 1978 & 1983 by Peter. Hjersman. Its out of print but copies are still floating around. In fact the last time I perused through it was at the Public Library in 1997. It contained many inovative ideas and techniques for concealing valuables in a variety of environments. Also check Paladin Press or Loompanics for all your covert information needs :D
 
Thanks for help, all.

Sometimes when you stop and think about it -- like this thread made me do -- it's a hell of a world we live in.
 
Originally posted by billpaxton
There is a book "The Stash Book: How to hide your valuables" 1978 & 1983 by Peter. Hjersman.
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Heh...couldn't resist this one -- if you get this book, read it, then stash it in one of the suggested hiding places. It'd be a horrible thing to have a burglar find that on the shelf and use it as a treasure map to all your hidden stashes ;)
 
That just makes you appreciate ( or should ) those who actually live by a set of values all the more.

Even odder is that those who live them seem able to bond to others who do so, regardless of differing religions, more easily than to the less diligent of their own faiths who use legalism to excuse themselves from change.

But again, it's much easier to attain spiritual progress when you ( to quote Mark Twain ) "face the immediate prospect of being hanged" in the morning to "concentrate(s) the mind wonderfully".

Ah, well, as Ben Franklin said, "Alas, should I ever attain true humility, I would be proud of it."
 
Radio Shack offers an alarm system that will dail (up to 3) numbers if it is triggered. Also, if you are at home you can set to go off if the door and window alarms are tiggered but ignore the motion sensors.

I would suggest getting and installing alarm stickers even if you don't have an alarm system.

If I hear a noise in my residence I have considered pepper spraying the area. I thought about attached a flexible hose to bear spray (pepper spray) and slide the end of the hose under the door and spray. I suppose for the contraption to work properly and atomizer will have to be fitted (or moved) to the end of the hose. Does pepper spray linger?

Will

Will
 
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