I only need the mailbox for my newspaper, it gets stolen at least 3x a week. Is the slot large enough for the newspaper?
1556414
A thin local paper maybe. The Sunday Times, not even close. I don't think newspaper delivery people can legally open a US Mailbox anyways.
1556415
Yes it is. It will fit. I love my new mailbox now my mail don't get stolen.
1556416
Doubtful. Since your local edition is apparently deemed worth stealing it's probably above average in heft.Case in point: Peter Kovacs, Editor: New Orleans Advocate "Thanksgiving edition. 3 lb, 11 oz. Times-Picayune 3 lb, 4 oz." Jim @Romenesko: The News & Record of Greensboro slammed into my driveway at an impressive 4.5 pounds Thanksgiving morning. Minneapolis Star Tribune marketing/PR chief Steve Yaeger: "Proud to say the Star Tribune in Minneapolis-St. Paul (Thanksgiving edition) weighed in at 5 pounds, 5 ounces." Fort Myers News-Press reportedly weighed 6 pounds (@accionwhisky)The slot of the Gibraltar SM16KB01 I recieved ≈ 10" x 1¾" (25.5cm x 4.5cm). Doubtful. Since your local edition is apparently deemed worth stealing it's probably above average in heft.Case in point: Peter Kovacs, Editor: New Orleans Advocate "Thanksgiving edition. 3 lb, 11 oz. Times-Picayune 3 lb, 4 oz." Jim @Romenesko: The News & Record of Greensboro slammed into my driveway at an impressive 4.5 pounds Thanksgiving morning. Minneapolis Star Tribune marketing/PR chief Steve Yaeger: "Proud to say the Star Tribune in Minneapolis-St. Paul (Thanksgiving edition) weighed in at 5 pounds, 5 ounces." ... » Read More Doubtful. Since your local edition is apparently deemed worth stealing it's probably above average in heft.Case in point: Peter Kovacs, Editor: New Orleans Advocate "Thanksgiving edition. 3 lb, 11 oz. Times-Picayune 3 lb, 4 oz." Jim @Romenesko: The News & Record of Greensboro slammed into my driveway at an impressive 4.5 pounds Thanksgiving morning. Minneapolis Star Tribune marketing/PR chief Steve Yaeger: "Proud to say the Star Tribune in Minneapolis-St. Paul (Thanksgiving edition) weighed in at 5 pounds, 5 ounces." Fort Myers News-Press reportedly weighed 6 pounds (@accionwhisky)The slot of the Gibraltar SM16KB01 I recieved ≈ 10" x 1¾" (25.5cm x 4.5cm). « Show Less
1440191
I don't have ur problem. It fits the space well no need to make it tighter. the only problem is if it is put in the position for the back camera, then I have to turn up side down for the mail checking. The mail doesn't change the direction automatically.
1470879
Not at all. Its a friction based latch. Only pro of this mail box is large size. Negatives are: no latch, flimsy, poorly made.
1112514
Yes, the whole front opens and is hinged at the bottom, but there is just a slight opening once inside for the mail person to put the mail in. Magazines and letters fit through the slot but not packages. This is for secirity. You open to get mail with a key from the side. It has a clip on the inside of the front door to clip outgoing mail.
1902368
Haven't had this problem and don't foresee it happening. There's a lot of vertical and horizontal space in this box so you'd need an awful lot of junk mail before it got jammed.
658783
you would have to drill openings into the bottom it is large enough for newspaper to fit inside it
2061698
No. you cannot remove mail when top is locked. you must unlock, lift top. then remove mail. if u only have a magazine and letters, the mailbox is wide enough. any news paper ads r folded in half.
1138710
I returned mine because my mother tested the slot and was able to get her arm through the opening and swish her arm around the whole bottom of the mailbox! I purchased the Mailboss Package Master and love it. Very secure and my mom can't get her arm inside.
1849709
it's a tight fit with magazines and a pistol... So I wouldn't recomended it unless you want your paper punctured or smashed
1438745
No. In fact that is why I had to change mail boxes, and this is does the job. It is a nice size and fits a large 'shoe box' sized priority box inside it.
2061697
Hi, all the other answers are correct, you can't put your hand in it if locked as it is a very small slot. To tell the truth, if you receive a lot of mail, it's a little difficult to get it out without ripping some brochures, etc.
365462
The mail box is bolted to a 4x4 piece of lumber which you can cement into the ground. It's not fool proof. It's made of plastic, so a sledge hammer could break it. Also, if there's a lot of mail (a couple of weeks worth) in it, someone can reach in get some of the mail. If you live in the city or suburb, this will probably work for you though. Mail thieves will just go to the next easier box. If you live in a rural area, It might not work as well. A PO box is the only way you can guarantee your mail not being stolen. A metal locking mailbox cemented into the ground is the next best idea. Locking metal mail boxes are expensive. The mail box is bolted to a 4x4 piece of lumber which you can cement into the ground. It's not fool proof. It's made of plastic, so a sledge hammer could break it. Also, if there's a lot of mail (a couple of weeks worth) in it, someone can reach in get some of the mail. If you live in the city or suburb, this will probably work for you though. Mail thieves will just go to the next easier box. If you live in a rural area, It might not work as well. A PO box is the only way you can guarantee your mail not being stolen. A metal locking mailbox cemented into the ground is the next best idea.... » Read More The mail box is bolted to a 4x4 piece of lumber which you can cement into the ground. It's not fool proof. It's made of plastic, so a sledge hammer could break it. Also, if there's a lot of mail (a couple of weeks worth) in it, someone can reach in get some of the mail. If you live in the city or suburb, this will probably work for you though. Mail thieves will just go to the next easier box. If you live in a rural area, It might not work as well. A PO box is the only way you can guarantee your mail not being stolen. A metal locking mailbox cemented into the ground is the next best idea. Locking metal mail boxes are expensive. « Show Less
182576
The top lifts up to reveal the mail slot (towards the back of the box) and the lock (right in front of the slot). The box can be used either locked or unlocked. We've had ours for a year now, and it still works great and looks beautiful.
750868
No, I believe the slots would be too large....you need a container with a screen
535999
I don't have a mounted newspaper holder on mine. Groceries ads go through the slot for mail.
1112516
yes, to put outgoing mail and for the postman to put your incoming mail thru the slot. a key is needed to open the side door to get mail out. this is the second one we have had; it's improved over the first one. more sturdy. very nice looking mailbox. you'll like it.
1864549
There is some play in the slots,I think if the protected boxes are not huge.you should be ok! Hope this helps