by Terry | Apr 2, 2013 | Rekeying
Lesson 4: Rekeying - Part 2 The Structure Of A Pin Cylinder Lock And Basic Terminology Cylinder: The cylinder is the name for the locking mechanism. This contains the pins, springs, keyway and tailpiece. Housing: The housing is a metal shrouding which encases the...
by Terry | Mar 29, 2013 | Locksmithing
Introduction to Locksmithing is the first in a series of lessons designed to teach the basic knowledge needed to be a locksmith. This chapter will discuss three topicsvery important for new locksmiths. History of the Lock(smith) The different fields of Locksmithing...
by Terry | Nov 27, 2012 | Safes
How to Open a SAGA SAF-D-POSIT safe. Imported safe, company no longer in business. No combination available from dealer. SAGA SAF-D-POSIT safes are very similar to Sentry Safes. If you have the combination it will be 3 numbers and very similar to Sentry Safes. 4x Left...
by Terry | Nov 27, 2012 | Safes
Sentry 1250 Safe (already open, no combination) 1) “Progess” it. Take the back of the safe off and dial the combination. If it is locked. 1) Manipulate it. 2) Drill it. Drop-in is at 75. 3) 60 different combinations to try (unreliable and slow) Note: in...
by Terry | Jan 20, 2012 | Automotive, Blog, Locksmith Tips
When the thermometer dips below freezing temperatures at Mr. Locksmith we receive many calls from customers who are locked out of their cars because the car door lock is frozen. Note: the most common cause of frozen car locks is the customer washed their car and not...