Qustions regarding Cave of Atlas

[Zenai]

Well so far I have gotten up to 1700 HP and 2000 Resistance.

Failure

I will continue trying until 3K on both then I will say that there is no other way than having a certain party member.

[D-Squall]

7 followed posts?

[Tyrellias]

You need Baretta (high level) to disarm the chest...

[Zenai]

You need Baretta (high level) to disarm the chest...

This is what I am seeking to either prove or disprove. I have not seen anyone post anything other than just what you have. Being a thorough "Prove it to me kind of person.", I am testing and documenting it for others of like mind.