Mostly out of habit. I have always kept my guns where only I have access to them and I can use them.

I have personal experience with children who have been seriously injured when a weapon was not stored properly. It has made a great impact on me and guided my choices on how I choose to store my weapons. For me, the safest place to have a weapon is in my hands pointed where I want it pointed. If it isn't there, then I store it as safely as possible. Again, this is a personal choice and I respect the choices others may make.