I lock up my firearms because they are expensive, and I don't want them stolen. Well my 10/22 is laying against my safe now but the guts are in a plastic bag so its pretty much a paper weight at the moment.
Responsible gun owners should secure their firearms. If you have kids in the house their are plenty of quick access safes to store firearms in for defensive use.
https://www.ftknox.com/store/index.php?route=product/category&path=59
Right here, you can keep a pistol next to your bed, get at it in a second, and have it safely secured all for under $200.