Project to organize/maximize my safe

[Osmosis]

I would also peruse McMaster-Carr for parts that might work. They have an amazing selection of random hardware.

[dogcaller]

I would also peruse McMaster-Carr for parts that might work. They have an amazing selection of random hardware.

I appreciate that. I checked there and they seem to have beveled washers that would do the trick, but there are large enough. I want 1.5-2" OD so there's enough room to have a good velcro patch.

[ray1970]

I appreciate that. I checked there and they seem to have beveled washers that would do the trick, but there are large enough. I want 1.5-2" OD so there's enough room to have a good velcro patch.

1.5 - 2 inches is a lot of velcro contact. Keep in mind every time you take something out of the safe you?ll be having to basically pull straight down to release the velcro and probably on several of them depending on what your going after and how much other stuff you have to move.

Personally, I?d be going for a 0.75 - 1 inch pad.

Also, as far as countersinking the washers, if you had access to a press you could use a ball bearing or maybe even one of the screws you plan on using and basically press your indent into the washers.

[dogcaller]

1.5 - 2 inches is a lot of velcro contact. Keep in mind every time you take something out of the safe you?ll be having to basically pull straight down to release the velcro and probably on several of them depending on what your going after and how much other stuff you have to move.

Personally, I?d be going for a 0.75 - 1 inch pad.

Also, as far as countersinking the washers, if you had access to a press you could use a ball bearing or maybe even one of the screws you plan on using and basically press your indent into the washers.

I appreciate that feedback. I will look into the 1" range. I don't have access to a press of that type.

[dogcaller]

They do offer countersunk washers, at most hardware stores. W/out reading the tutorial i "think" what you might want to use are these finishing washers.
https://www.globalindustrial.com/p/f...a6047b74060bb1




If not, Wulf's suggestion is the way to go. Or go to the hardware store and browse

Those would be perfect if they were just bigger (OD).

[Great-Kazoo]

Those would be perfect if they were just bigger (OD).

They are offered in other sizes. I have the stock velcro and rod setup. I used a staple gun and some spray adhesive, to secure the velcro mats to the underside of the shelf. No issues, so far.

You're way over thinking what should be a simple project. ..

[dogcaller]

They are offered in other sizes. I have the stock velcro and rod setup. I used a staple gun and some spray adhesive, to secure the velcro mats to the underside of the shelf. No issues, so far.

You're way over thinking what should be a simple project. ..

I've been accused of that before--with reason! The thing is, I now have all of the supplies for the DIY project, and I'd like to complete it. What is the approximate OD on the factory "tops" you have?

[Ah Pook]

Those would be perfect if they were just bigger (OD).

They are made in bigger sizes.

The handgun hangers are made by other mfgs for less. Not really a high dollar concept.

Watching this thread to maximize my own safe needs.

[DenverGP]

can't help on the DIY version, but I'm very happy using the commercial product. My smallish safe was set up with 1/2 the width for rifles, and 1/2 the width for shelves. I ended up removing the shelves so I have rifles on both sides, and use the rifle rods.

[Irving]

Came across this website tonight. Might be useful as well. https://www.boltdepot.com/