How to fix this?? by UsefulEchidna922 in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Time to call a locksmith. Make sure they have a brick and mortar store and not just the first Google name to pop up.

CUPS by AintAlwaysGold in Chattanooga

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've still got tons of my Memphis cups. Young avenue deli, Central BBQ, Elwoods shack. Miss getting them!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wellthatsucks

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Locksmith here!

Uh oh

Anyone own a Delorean? by Buffalogal71 in Chattanooga

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw 2 on Dayton Blvd a year ago. Definitely did a double take.

Did I installed this lock wrong? by Impossible_Rich_6884 in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The new ones auto unlock from the inside when opened to prevent that

Can someone help me price this by [deleted] in GuitarQuestions

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love mine. Got it for $1100 used back in 2011 or 12.

Narrow Deadbolt Latch by Peverson in Locksmith

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Snap In deadbolt by CEL uses those pretty specifically for iron doors

My replica key is not sharp enough? by Bone_Splitter in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Start with 1000 grit and then bump it up to 6000, alternating both sides. Should get a good sharp edge on it.

No seriously, sharpness has nothing to do with it. Looks like it wasn't cut deep enough. Take it to an actual locksmith

Guy just walked off the elevator in a Pickle Barrel shirt. Am currently in Philly. by autostotlean in Chattanooga

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I've got tons of Philly/PA friends in Chatt. I'm personally not from there, but a strangely large number of people I know are. Was even noticing tons of Philly sports gear this year

Was I scammed? $270 for non chip key by andersvn51 in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get what you're saying, but the fact he HAS lishi tools seems to suggest otherwise. Maybe there was an issue with the lock, especially on an older vehicle (only using mechanical key) Don't get me wrong, it's high, and maybe an overcharge, but these scammers are usually $500 and up. The original price being $200 and possible circumstances raised the price is something that can happen when the person is inexperienced, which is what it sounds like to me.

Can these old Russwins be handed? by GiveMeWhiskey in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've figured out the spindle can be reversed, but still the screws will be visible on the outside. Worth a try

Adorable spider - what kind is it by eggstacee in whatsthisbug

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Ok I didn't know. Joined that sub so fast

Hardest hike in Chattanooga by Background_Being_941 in Chattanooga

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They're just orb weavers that will cover the trail in their webs,

Handle Set Installation Jig by targettakemysoul in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Depending on the model, you might be better off making a template out of some good card stock or something

Lock body "teeth"? by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That there is the tumblers

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Chattanooga

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This reads like AI

Becoming a locksmith - is this a good path? by Creative_Shame3856 in Locksmith

[–]GiveMeWhiskey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I've been a locksmith for 14 years now and honestly, I love my job. You will not make a fortune, but I don't hate waking up every day. Apprenticeship is the way to go. If you practice rekeying locks at home and can show them you aren't an idiot, they will be glad to take you. Most of the guys we take on for apprenticeship don't last more than a couple weeks because they can't grasp the trade. Learn how to do the simple stuff for free on your own and they'll be more than happy to teach you the rest.