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Want to Add Security? Try the Bedside Shotgun Rack
New shotgun rack that fits on the mattress and is designed for "home security" borders on the ridiculous.
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01.14.2008 — I hear from many integrators in a quandary about how to add security to their repertoire.

So here's a first step: a shotgun rack that actually attaches to your clients' mattress!

I get lots of different press releases related to integrated security systems, but this one is a first. Under the heading of "home security" comes a patented new bedside shotgun rack, called The BackUp.

The BackUp provides "instant access to a popular weapon of choice for individuals concerned about home protection." The product made its U.S. debut today.

The new device fits between the mattress and box springs of most beds and provides immediate access to a shotgun. Check out the video below.

So much for keeping weapons in a locked cabinet. Also, remember not to "roll" out of bed.

Please… no emails from NRA members.

According to the press release, the device was invented as a result of the increasing frequency of home invasions. It also specifically mentions two tragic events from Indianapolis and Connecticut, saying these events "foster fear and deep-felt outrage."

ADT was recently ridiculed for allegedly "taking advantage" of the Connecticut family slayings.

"The BackUp is an excellent tool for folks who have made the decision to have and use a shotgun for home protection," said A. John Peters, president for Home Back-Up Protection, LLC, a privately held, Delaware-based limited liability corporation.

"The BackUp provides a stable, level place for the weapon to rest as they rest and disappears from sight when guns are returned to secure cases, racks or vaults during the day."

"Many authorities recommend a shotgun for effective home defense and The BackUp puts that protection within an arm's reach," Peters said.

"Shotguns are often weapons of choice at home because of their deterrent effect on assailants, their close-range stopping power, their affordability and their reduced risk of injury to innocent others from stray shot. The BackUp makes them easily accessible during a time of need."

The BackUp is made in America and the adjustable 2-foot by 2-foot rack assembles in minutes.


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Jason Knott, Editor, CE Pro
Jason has covered low-voltage electronics as an editor since 1990. He joined EH Publishing in 2000, and before that served as publisher and editor of Security Sales, a leading magazine for the security industry. He served as chairman of the Security Industry Association’s Education Committee from 2000-2004 and sat on the board of that association from 1998-2002. He is also a former board member of the Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation. Jason graduated from the University of Southern California.
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Posted by Lee Distad  on  01/14  at  02:20 PM

If you click through to the YouTube page the video originated from, the comments section will add hilarity to your day.

Posted by Mark  on  01/15  at  10:33 AM

Wow what a cool idea - I wish I had thought of this.

(2) are on the way…  thanks.

Posted by Dandigger  on  01/15  at  11:42 AM

Personally I have this on my bed and my two oldest’s children’s beds as well.  We also have security coated glass, IR cameras on recorders, motion sensors, an exterior/interior alarm horn with various window and door sensors, and a well trained pitbull.  The rack was the last piece of the puzzle…

See, we were robbed… five times, twice at gunpoint by what I suppose were bangers/crackheads, here in rural farking Michigan of all places.  The next douchebag that breaks in is not walking out.  And we had a monitored security system… but the police, well… it took them more than 5 minutes to get here, and the third time I am sure we would have been killed by these freaks had they not heard the siren coming. 

If I could put in a minefield legally I would.  Cops are slow, and they are not there to save your life… only to enforce the laws, and monitored alarms are a joke.

Posted by K.C. Minneapolis  on  01/15  at  12:42 PM

Open letter to Jason Knott:

Mr.Knott:
1. If the homeowner lives alone a locked cabinet is not needed.
2. What borders on “the ridiculous?” Is it the idea of defending yourself?              Could it be that you are uninformed as to the safe operation of weapons then passing judgement based on simple emotion & feelings?
Jason, install it with a loaded shotgun and roll off your bed a dozen times. The only thing you’ll hurt is your ego.

Posted by 13th Disciple  on  01/15  at  03:21 PM

I saw this the other day and plan on getting a couple.  I have kids in the house but they are educated about guns and know better.  I don’t trust our home alarm, and even though I am in rural Iowa there are crimes and no one is going to mess with my kids.  I even am thinking of hiring a security consultant to evaluate my home and lifestyle to see if there is anything else I can do… maybe some bars over my window, more locks, etc.

Posted by Trailer Trash  on  07/09  at  10:54 AM

Yup, gotta git me couple a these. Soon as my mail order teeth come from Sears and we pay off the Propane man. Tired of hidin’ the ol’ hogleg in the wash machine on the front porch. Last time my old lady’s lowdown cousin came sniffin’ aroun’ he was long gone afore I could git to my shootin’ iron. Iff’n I only weighed less than 475 pounds I could git outta this bed & mess him up good, but with the BackUp I kin blast ‘im right through the bedroom wall!

Posted by C.J.  on  08/12  at  11:07 AM

I recently bought one and LOVE it!! I used to have my shotgun in my closet, but I realized that someone would probably hear me scrambling to my closet before I could even get it out.. It is really sturdy and my comforter hides it…I would highly suggest it to those that keep a shotgun in their room for security!!!!

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