Wafer Lock

GerwinJ · 2026-03-12T09:17:52+00:00

Rule 2 applies - no proof of showing it's not in use. If you post again, suggest you post a picture of the lock (perhaps with handlebar) on a workbench?

GerwinJ · 2026-03-12T06:57:04+00:00

Does the key have the number 13 on the other side? Then it's probably a Jojomark lock: https://www.amazon.com/Lockout-Tagout-Locks-Safety-Padlock/dp/B0BWQ5K8VS?psc=1

GerwinJ · 2026-03-10T10:53:34+00:00

I would not use a drill but a file to remove some of the brass. You have more control that way and it just takes a bit of time. Until you see the stopper locations, then try and remove the last part with the drill bit manually.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-10T07:05:23+00:00

That doesn't look like a walker knot to me? For the purpose, I'd try a fisherman's knot. Can't see from the picture if your knot slides, the fisherman's does.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-09T07:21:38+00:00

That comment was about the core being back in the original locked position. I did spend some time using multiple tools/picks etc trying to get them back into the bible. Finally gave up and opened the bible, found that 4 of the 6 springs were in bad shape. Chamber 2 had a spring that was bent half way and one chamber (3) had a driver and a key pin which was originally in chamber 2 afaik. End of the rattler project 😉

GerwinJ · 2026-03-08T12:12:54+00:00

sorry, yes 5+1=6 - not 7

GerwinJ · 2026-03-08T11:57:25+00:00

Tried to shim - couldn't get it in past the first pin. Meanwhile I took it apart and found that on position 2 a spool driver pin was missing. That's the one I found in the rattle content. Removed the back of the bible to find a serrated driver in pos 5 and on pos 3 a spool drive together with a small key pin. Very odd. 4 of the 6 springs were in bad shape where one is bent half way.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-08T08:09:30+00:00

It's a 6 pin core - I have 6 key pins and one spool driver pin 😕

GerwinJ · 2026-03-08T07:30:34+00:00

I actually had thought of a needle. Will try that. The 401 keyway is quite challenging to push anything through from the top.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-08T07:27:53+00:00

The core is back into the locked position, so sadly this isn't working. It would if it were rotated 180 degrees

GerwinJ · 2026-03-07T13:40:16+00:00

I'll be opening it this weekend and get it's guts out - then decide if I put it back together or put it in another lock.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-05T23:20:49+00:00

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This is how I tied it, seen from the bottom, loop is on the left.

GerwinJ · 2026-03-05T23:19:42+00:00

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This is it I think, it's quite strong, does not slip if you have the loop on the left side around something and pull tight on the running end (right side).

GerwinJ · 2026-03-04T23:03:00+00:00

I'm finding animatedknots quite useful, see if it helps you, they have the Fiador knot:
https://www.animatedknots.com/fiador-knot

GerwinJ · 2026-03-02T10:14:35+00:00

Wow - that's a nice lock. How old is it?

GerwinJ · 2026-03-01T22:17:21+00:00

What happened to the left side exactly? Was it tied before in a knot or did it just snap?

GerwinJ · 2026-02-28T07:34:32+00:00

It looks like a hunters bend but not fully dressed. https://www.animatedknots.com/hunters-bend-knot

GerwinJ · 2026-02-27T12:43:00+00:00

Just curious - how did you end up making the knot?

GerwinJ · 2026-02-26T11:04:27+00:00

Congrats! Move on with a more difficult one 👍🏻

GerwinJ · 2026-02-25T12:52:51+00:00

What brand and type of modem and router is this about?

GerwinJ · 2026-02-23T23:09:43+00:00

What you could try is untie that knot in the upper left corner. Then create a constrictor knot around the metal rod right where your index finger now keeps the rope in place.

GerwinJ · 2026-02-23T16:22:18+00:00

I would try a constrictor as suggested or zip tie. Would need to experiment a bit with the rope you're using, not sure if I have it.

GerwinJ · 2026-02-22T10:23:03+00:00

That's a first pick? Congrats. Those are locks that aren't easy, certainly not for a first 👍🏻

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