When I hear the words "Fat Boy", the first thing I think of is the Fat Boy Harley Davidson motorcycle. The next thing that comes to mind is Fat Boy ice cream sandwiches. A little research online also revealed the new alternative to the original bean bag which was developed in 1998 is called a Fat Boy. A little more looking around revealed a British DJ with the stage name of Fatboy Slim. And of course, a British movie that I enjoyed, Run Fat Boy Run. As in most of these examples, the term Fat Boy is used to denote something that is bigger than normal. And so it is with the Liberty Safe FATBOY.
The FATBOY safe is huge! Liberty safe advertises it to be one of the "largest, toughest security vaults built in America". Let's take a look at these two claims.
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As for being the largest, this bad boy is 42" wide and 30.5" deep, which is about 6" wider and 3" deeper than most full size safes. This means that if you want the safe to only hold guns, the FATBOY will hold a whopping 64 long guns - which is great if you are a collector. But if you're not, you can then get the interior with a gun rack on one side and shelves on the other.
Besides being large, Liberty safe claims that the FATBOY is one of the toughest security vaults on the market. So what makes it so tough? First, it has 12 locking bolts, and the bolts are 25% larger in circumference and 33% longer than those normally used. It also uses triple hardened steel plates to protect the lock from drill attack and has an over-center cam device that makes side punching the lock next to impossible.
Toughness not only means superior protection again burglary, but also against fire. For this increased fire protection, Liberty started by using a thicker 11-gauge steel (also increases security), then they used more fire board than is typically found in competitors comparable safes. In the ceiling, doorjambs and the door, Liberty uses three layers of 5/8" fire board and 2 layers in all of the walls of the FATBOY. Plus, it comes with a superior heat activated door seal to help seal out both the heat and the smoke. The safe has an 83,000 BTU rating and will withstand a 1200 - 1400Ës F fire (which is hot!) for up to 60 minutes.
Perhaps, like other things in life, you really like the FATBOY, but you just don't need something that is that much bigger than normal, then you can choose the FATBOY jr. Just like the daddy version, but everything scaled down. It is just as wide as the FATBOY, but not as deep, allowing it to hold up to 48 long guns. It has less bolts (nine instead of 12), and a lower fire rating (62,000 BTU's, and 30 minutes of protection instead of 60), though it still has more fire board than the competition. Overall, another excellent Liberty safe.
So, what would work best for you? Well, only you can determine that, but before deciding, take a look at what you have to protect and the degree of protection needed. Then choose the Liberty safe that best suits your needs.
Cyber Monday Makita HG1100 1,100 Degree Heat Gun 2011 Deals
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Cyber Monday Makita HG1100 1,100 Degree Heat Gun Feature
- Heat gun with variable temperature control (250 - 1,100 degrees F) for a wide variety of applications
- Strips paint and varnish, thaws frozen metal pipes, loosens tile and putty, re-melts adhesives and more
- 2-speed blower setting (8 or 14 CFM); thermocouple control maintains precise temperature
- Ceramic core protects the heating element for longer tool life
- 10 inches long; weighs 1.3 pounds; 1-year warranty
Cyber Monday Makita HG1100 1,100 Degree Heat Gun Overview
This heat gun from Makita has a variable temperature control 250 degree F- 1,100 degree F to take on an array of jobs like stripping paint and varnish, thawing frozen pipes, loosening tile and putty, remelting adhesives and more. It features a two-speed blower setting for 8CFM or 14CFM, and its thermocouple control maintains precise temperature so you don't destroy the material. A ceramic core protects the heating element for longer tool life. This heat gun is compact and lightweight for easy handling.Cyber Monday Makita HG1100 1,100 Degree Heat Gun Specifications
The Makita Heat Gun (model HG1100) is engineered to strip paint and varnish, thaw frozen metal pipes, loosen tile and putty, re-melt adhesives and more. The HG1100 has a compact size with less weight for comfortable handling. View larger | ||||
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The HG1100 is powered by a 12.5 amp motor and delivers 1,500 watts of power for improved performance. The variable temperature control (250 to 1,100 degrees F), and two-speed blower setting (8 and 14 cfm) offers heat and blowing options for a variety of applications. The thermocouple control maintains precise temperature with a ceramic core to protect the heating element for longer tool life.
Compact and Well-Balanced
The HG1100 weighs 1.3 pounds and is only 10 inches long with a well-balanced pistol grip for improved comfort. The HG1100 is ideal for painters, plumbers, and general contractors seeking a best-in-class heat gun. The HG1100 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
About Makita Tools
Makita delivers precision, accuracy, capacity, and innovation to woodworkers. Makita has full range of miter saws, jig saws, circular saws, routers, planers, sanders, nailers and staplers, blades, compact cordless drills and impacts, and more. Makita's woodworking solutions are engineered for pro contractors, for use in high production settings and in home shops.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
Warranty
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
What's in the Box
Makita HG1100 Heat Gun includes: tool only.
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