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1. Mail Boss Package Master
- Stainless steel hinges
- Large storage capacity
- Comes with reflective house numbers
2. Mail Boss Epoch
- Made from 16-gauge galvanized steel
- Includes three laser-cut keys
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
3. Addresses of Distinction Charleston
- Embossed with an american eagle
- Rust-resistant cast-aluminum build
- Sturdy one-piece post
4. Dress the Yard Amish SMB-WN
- Ideal for country homes
- Opens with a simple pull knob
- Eight colors to choose from
5. Gibraltar Garrison
- Helpful number alignment lines
- Predrilled mounting holes
- Keeps contents dry
6. Architectural Mailboxes Oasis
- Doors are equipped with rubber seals
- Durable powder coating
- Keys are hard to copy
7. Step2 StoreMore
- Lockable for package security
- Complements many home exteriors
- Stands up well to the elements
8. 4Ever Homestead
- Princeton cap on post
- All stainless steel hardware
- Installation can be tricky
9. Umbra Postino
- Envelope-inspired design
- Seems somewhat overpriced
- Cannot accommodate large items
10. Step2 MailMaster Plus
- Mounts to any 4 x 4-inch post
- Made from long-lasting poly plastic
- Color fades over time
Special Honors
Gaines Keystone Series The Keystone Series is one of the more decorative options from Gaines manufacturing, and it comes in a variety of options that allow you to customize it to your needs and taste. For example, you can choose an eagle or fleur-de-lis design, and get it with or without a number plate. You can also add a lockable insert and newspaper holder if you desire. gainesmfg.com
Stevenson Locking Post Mount Copper A traditional design combined with brass accents give this offering a very elegant look. It is crafted from solid copper, which means it will naturally patina over time, and it is lockable to keep your mail secure. However, it is worth noting that the incoming slot can only accommodate small envelopes. signaturehardware.com
Editor's Notes
July 28, 2019:
These days, you can never be too cautious when it comes to identity protection, and mail theft is just one of the many ways fraudsters get your personal information. Even if you aren't concerned about identity protection, which you really should be, we know that you'll want to safeguard those Amazon deliveries. Because of this, the lockable Mail Boss Package Master and Mail Boss Epoch claimed the top two spots on our list. The Architectural Mailboxes Oasis and Step2 StoreMore are also lockable options, though offer slightly less security than the previous two, either due to design elements or material strength.
If adding some additional charm to your home's exterior is a top priority, then we think you'll like the Addresses of Distinction Charleston, Dress the Yard Amish SMB-WN, Gibraltar Garrison, and 4Ever Homestead. Of these, the Addresses of Distinction Charleston and Dress the Yard Amish SMB-WN definitely make the largest statements, while the Gibraltar Garrison and 4Ever Homestead are slightly more subdued.
Those who often travel for weeks at a time should definitely consider the Step2 StoreMore, which has a removable trap door that turns the entire base into a storage area, so you won't have to worry about an overstuffed mailbox while you are out of town.
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