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Face Your Dragon

Secure Your Firearm.
Create time and space.

We all face challenges

In FACE YOUR DRAGON, Veterans confront the real weight of crisis—and take the first step by securing their firearms. This isn’t about fear. It’s about survival, strength, and taking back control.

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Secure Your firearms

Creating time and space between crisis and action provides crucial moments to face life's challenges.

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Moments In
Time & Space

Here's the meaning behind the messages.

When you secure your firearm, you create the time and space to confront a suicide crisis.

Why these words matter.

Storing your firearm securely delays access during a moment of crisis. That delay can be the difference between life and death—giving someone time to reach out, reflect, or change course.

Securing your firearms creates a moment to think, breathe, and get support in times of crisis.

A moment of pause creates possibility.

Lethal means safety isn’t about control. It’s about care. In a crisis, every second counts. Secure storage interrupts impulsive actions and opens the door to help.

Behind The Scenes with Veterans Who Made This

From concept to production, FACE YOUR DRAGON was built by Veterans for Veterans. That authenticity shines through in the central metaphor of confronting the dragon—a reminder that facing our toughest battles requires time, space, and the life-saving practice of secure firearm storage.

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Explore Secure Gun Storage Options

Explore secure ways to store your firearms that fit your lifestyle, your family, and your needs.

Cable Gun Lock

Ease of Use: Quick and easy to use—install with just a few steps

Use For: A wide range of firearms—handguns, shotguns, and rifles

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Lock Boxes

Ease of Use: Small, lightweight, and portable, easy to position anywhere.

Use For: Holds a few firearms, such as one or two handguns or a compact shotgun.

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Gun Safes

Ease of Use: Largest and heaviest option, built for secure anchoring and maximum storage.

Use For: Accommodates handguns, shotguns, rifles, and accessories in one secure space.

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Spread the Word

You don’t need to be an expert to make a difference. Support Veterans by promoting lethal means safety. Share and use the downloadable resources and information on our Spread the Word page.

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