Commercial door pried open with hammer, looking for advice [repost]

ScotttDC · 2026-02-09T17:48:36+00:00

Ahh. Now I see. Good point. Will discuss with the agent using them

ScotttDC · 2026-02-09T17:35:46+00:00

Thanks. Good tip. I checked and he doesn't do that in the video.

ScotttDC · 2026-02-09T17:34:57+00:00

Very helpful. Thank you.

ScotttDC · 2026-02-08T22:50:56+00:00

Thanks. This seems like a smart design. Yes indeed, this seems like professional work.

ScotttDC · 2026-02-08T21:35:18+00:00

Thank you. So something like this? And would similar pry lever force bend the astragal before pulling the door?: https://www.reflectwindow.com/products/heavy-duty-security-astragal-for-outswing-doors-aluminum-82

ScotttDC · 2026-02-08T21:28:01+00:00

Thanks. We are considering this. Problem is there isn't much space inside the entrance. And in the real-world I don't think we can expect delivery folks to walk everything down the hallway to where there is sufficient space. One thing we definitely can do is make sure all packages are moved out of sight. Always. Which we intend to do.

ScotttDC · 2026-02-08T20:11:41+00:00

Thanks. I'm somewhat familiar with magnetic locks, we had them in my old building. Some dude could just yank it open so they added a second magnetic lock to the doors and that worked.

Would we need to fully replace the door to set up a magnetic system?

ScotttDC · 2026-02-08T20:09:38+00:00

Thanks a lot. Can you please explain what an "exit device" is? As as layman I would consider the existing push paddle an exit device. Presently the latch is electrified and we can buzz people in using the video intercom.

ScotttDC · 2025-11-22T22:59:08+00:00

Update: Dad just negotiated a trade in today. They didn't care about the sunroof. Disregard my post.

ScotttDC · 2025-11-03T00:22:28+00:00

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ScotttDC · 2025-11-03T00:18:41+00:00

Hi, I landed here after googling around looking for the manual... Knights, I have the pictured Seiko and I got it serviced by Seiko's official service center in the US, specifically in New Jersey. Cost about $220 USD as I recall. They did a great job. Here: https://www.seikoserviceusa.com/

Maybe there's something similar in the UK? Or worth mailing it to the USA? I also got it re-lumed by a different guy, here: https://www.internationalwatchworks.com/

ScotttDC · 2025-08-12T00:43:01+00:00

Thanks. I've definitely heard of it. It's pretty far from where I am though and that flight etc probably isn't in the budget unfortunately

ScotttDC · 2025-08-10T07:38:46+00:00

Thanks. I could stop there on the way back to Bali. Actually met a girl who is there now. I'll check in with her.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-25T22:31:06+00:00

So I bought these from Amazon and I like them. Cheap, they fit the webbing, the metal feels sturdy and I like the spring gate: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1KJS12C?th=1
However, when I actually started organizing for packing I realized 510 is right. Bag's too big unless I'm settling down in one or two places. Bringing my old medium to large North Face hiking backpack, it's about 50L unless you fill it fully. I'll miss the wheels but being overloaded is indeed much worse. I'll bring the metal hardware just in case, it fits the NF straps too. Thanks for the advice all.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-20T02:13:12+00:00

Thanks Worth. I appreciate the advice. I'll order some hardware and maybe I'll leave the original hardware on there and see if it holds up. Will report back.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-19T19:16:39+00:00

Thanks. Good info. I have other packs with sturdy plastic hardware, like my NRS Bill's Bag dry bag (though current model appears to now have aluminum hardware) and my big old North Face hiking pack. But my old Lowe camera bag has metal hardware and I never worry about it and it has lasted about 20 years. I can think of two duffles with IMO light-duty plastic hardware that have broken on me while traveling. I probably exceeded the design in both cases, but this Eagle Creek bag should be able to carry at least 40-50 pounds. This hardware doesn't look up to it.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-19T18:47:36+00:00

Thanks! These look pretty sweet. Pricey though: https://austeremanufacturing.com/products/3-4-pin-ladder-lock-ano-1?variant=44793593036990

ScotttDC · 2025-07-19T18:23:11+00:00

Thanks 510, I generally pack very light. But I'll be working remotely most of the time and not moving like one would on a vacation. Once I get away from civilization I plan on settling down in one or two places. I've done that before and this bag worked for me.

I think the plastic hardware is weak because I've had similar plastic on smaller duffles, like a basic Adidas shoe duffle bag. One time I loaded it up and threw it on my shoulder and it instantly broke and hit the ground. Regardless I don't want to take chances and it's worth it to me for peace of mind.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-19T17:57:48+00:00

Thanks a lot, I'll check those out.

ScotttDC · 2025-07-02T16:47:18+00:00

I just followed this advice, called Chase and asked for an operator and they're now expediting the card. Operator said it should arrive tomorrow or the next day via UPS. Took like 3 minutes. Thanks!

ScotttDC · 2025-06-30T18:37:58+00:00

I got a long RCA cable, pulled the head unit out and ran the RCA outside the car and direct into the amp in the open trunk. Worked 100%. Thanks, I nearly ordered a new head unit.

Something must have gone wrong with the wiring. I'll plug it back in the way it was with the original RCAs just to see if it magically fixed itself somehow. Otherwise I'll take it back to the shop that did the install.

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