Gun Safes · V-Line
V-Line Compact Pistol Safe 279-S
3.1/5 Best Safe Score (how we score)
My choice for a suitcase or glovebox: a 5 lb, 2 in tall US-made case with the same Simplex lock, a foam-lined interior and a slot for V-Line's optional security cable.
Details
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Who it's for
- Lightest American made gun safe for travel in Best American Made Gun Safe – 5 US-Built Picks You Can Order Now: Someone who carries one compact pistol away from home; the 18-gauge steel and 1.5 in tall interior make it a lockable travel case, not a bedside safe for a full-size gun.
- Best small Simplex pistol safe for travel in Best Simplex Lock Pistol Safe – 5 No-Battery Picks Sorted by Steel: Someone who stores one compact pistol away from home; 18-gauge steel and a 1.5 in tall interior mean it is a lockable case, not a bedside safe for a full-size gun.
What we like
- Only 5 lb and 9.5 x 7.25 x 2 in (V-Line)
- Accepts V-Line's optional security cable; TSA compliant (listing)
- Made in the USA; California DOJ approved
- Genuine Simplex lock and a 3/8 in thick steel lock block
- California-approved firearm safety device (V-Line)
What to know first
- 18-gauge steel, the thinnest of the five
- The lock housing takes up much of the small interior
- 18-gauge steel, the thinnest here
- Owners say the lock takes up a lot of the small interior
Product details
| Brand | V-Line Ind. |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | V-Line Ind. |
| Model | 279-S |
| Part number | 279-S-BLK |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 7.25 inches x 9.5 inches x 2 inches |
| Item weight | 5 pounds |
| Color | Black |
| Size | 7.25 x 9.5 x 2 inches |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Released | 2011-03-01 |
| Lock | Simplex five-button lock, 1,081 combinations (V-Line) |
| Exterior | 9.5 x 7.25 x 2 in, plus 3/4 in for the knob (V-Line) |
| Interior | 8.5 x 6.5 x 1.5 in (V-Line) |
| Steel | 18-gauge (V-Line) |
| Weight | 5 lb (V-Line) |
| Fire rating | None claimed |
| State listing | California DOJ approved (V-Line) |
| Mounting | Cable slot for V-Line's optional security cable |
| Made in | USA (V-Line, Simi Valley, California) |
Top rows from the Amazon listing; the rest from the maker pages we checked.
About this item
- CA DOJ Approved.
- Travel Friendly Design: Compact and portable construction makes it convenient for transporting firearms and valuables on the go.
- TSA Compliant: Meets Transportation Security Administration requirements for secure firearm transportation during air travel.
- Simplex Mechanical Lock: Features a five push button mechanical lock that is easily programmable and requires no batteries for reliable access.
- Durable Finish: Textured semi-gloss black powder coating with silver V-Line logo and brushed stainless steel lock faceplate for lasting protection.
- Protective Interior: Foam-lined interior safeguards your firearm and valuables from scratches and damage during transit.
- Security Cable Compatible: Elongated hole on the left side corner accepts V-Line's Optional Custom Security Cable for additional security options.
- Single Firearm Storage: Designed to securely store a single handgun or small valuables with space-efficient dimensions for easy transport.
From the product's Amazon listing, as of Nov 7, 2026, 7:59 PM UTC. The seller writes this text, not us, and Amazon may change it.
What owners say
Summarized from 4 owner discussions and review pages we read.
Praise
- Parents in r/daddit like that V-Line boxes need no batteries
- r/CCW posters list V-Line with Fort Knox among the best small boxes
- Owners on V-Line's site praise the quality and the easy combination
Complaints
- An r/Glocks owner found that fitting the gun and a spare magazine takes trial and error
- A r/daddit parent says V-Line boxes will not stop a determined criminal
- An r/Glocks owner says it is really small and the lock takes up a lot of room, so fitting a spare magazine takes trial and error
Sources: r/Glocks, V-Line Compact Pistol Safe · r/daddit, what safe do firearm owning dads use · r/CCW, handgun safe recommendations · V-Line, Compact Pistol Safe customer reviews
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