Brandy's Safe and Lock

Founded in 1929, Brandy's Safe And Lock has been a Merrillville fixture for nearly a century. Today they're known for their massive Fort Knox safe inventory—over 50 models on display and ready for immediate delivery. If you're storing firearms, valuables, or important documents, this is where Northwest Indiana comes.

Fort Knox safes dominate their showroom, ranging from the compact Spartan 4026 (560 lbs, $4,760) up to the Titan 6637 (1,810 lbs, $10,725). They also stock American Security (AMSEC) and Browning safes, plus deposit safes, home and office models, and pistol safes for specific needs.

"I simply called with a couple of questions about a safe to store rifles and ammunition properly. I ended up speaking with Raymond, one of the owners. His knowledge is unparalleled. When I made my purchase, Raymond handled everything." — Steven C.

• •Reinforced Fire Doors — Fort Knox uses 3/8" or 1/4" solid steel plate doors reinforced with 10-gauge steel—over 30% thicker than composite competitors. Fire ratings range from 60 to 90 minutes at 1,200-1,680°F.

• •Star Corner Bolts — Heavy-duty star bolts (over 4" of surface coverage at all four corners) prevent prying attacks. Standard on Guardian through Legend series; optional on Defender/Protector models.

• •Uni-Body Construction — The Quadrafold door frame uses strategically folded steel around the body for maximum strength. The deep recessed seat makes prying virtually impossible.

• •Lifetime Warranty — Fort Knox covers burglary, fire, flood, and incidental damage—plus the lock and paint, which most manufacturers exclude. No other safe company matches this coverage.

Every safe includes electronic dehumidifiers, LED lighting, carpeted or velour interiors, and organized door panels. Sargent & Greenleaf electronic locks provide secure access without mechanical keys.

Raymond personally supervises every delivery and installation. Their delivery trucks are unmarked and unlettered—your neighbors don't need to know why they're at your house.

They'll walk you through every feature and don't leave until you're confident operating your safe. In-store pickup is available, or they deliver within their service area.

Beyond safes, Brandy's carries locks and keys for various needs. Local customers praise their customer service—one review notes: "Ray gave tips on making repairs over the phone. That's genuinely rare. I can't recommend them highly enough."

They've got breadth (Fort Knox, AMSEC, Browning), depth (50+ models), pricing (Brandy's prices consistently beat Fort Knox list prices), and service (personal installation oversight, privacy respect, and knowledgeable staff). For anyone serious about securing firearms or valuables in Northwest Indiana, this is the standard.