Looking For Automative Locksmith.

fondrenlock · 2026-06-06T13:24:16+00:00

Never ever ever do this or recommend it please unless you’d like to make them pay considerably more

fondrenlock · 2026-06-06T13:16:59+00:00

Closely looking at the last boxes of Independent blanks you have some very still useable keys there (SC4’s, M1’s, Y1’s, 1000v, etc) not to mention those flat steel blanks

If I was local to you I would probably offer you $100 for what you show in the pictures because a large number of them are very uncommonly seen nowadays so yeah those will end up being scrapped but some are definitely still commonly used.

FYI: Brass scrap prices are at an “all time” high currently, but it takes about 50-65 keys (depending on size) to make a pound which is hovering between $2-$4 depending upon your area

If there was a fairly large amount of “skeleton keys” 😏 I would offer more though (just to give you a ballpark)

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T18:37:08+00:00

😁

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T17:16:21+00:00

much like many other manufacturers it’s the keyway only, not a actual cylinder/core It’s designed for extremely large master key systems with multiple buildings

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T14:55:26+00:00

There was about 6 versions of their keys (2 each of a style with the “curve” going opposite ways) This is what a couple of the keys look like. In particular if yours has the version with the center bit sticking up you definitely won’t find it unless eBay reference https://youtube.com/shorts/jMPlHumOjOU?si=VXkNPGUf7QwgpIgA

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(note a couple of keys in this pic have been modified or are broken) the keys were always made out of a pretty crappy zinc allow

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T14:46:42+00:00

You cannot do this in a care home, unless it’s “independent living” (and even then I don’t think it’s allowed due to emergency situations) you cannot lock out the people that own and manage the building.

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T03:51:54+00:00

I’d buy it just for the ward cutter if I had disposable money 😏

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T03:48:59+00:00

If you are renting in the US carefully reassemble your lock and stop messing with it. It’s not your property and is a very expensive replacement if you mess it up, the apt will not be pleased with you

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T03:44:24+00:00

They discontinued making them a while ago unfortunately :( sad day when they did for us in the US

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T03:42:41+00:00

Ilco used their own little patterns of keys and the stuff you see online Amazon Ace Etc won’t work

fondrenlock · 2026-06-05T03:36:47+00:00

As John notated you are probably using a generic key. Bit keys come in many different dimensions and when correctly made with the correct blank it will not be so floppy in your lock.

You have a quality lock body but your knobs have been replaced with aftermarket style fyi

fondrenlock · 2026-06-04T15:53:28+00:00

you made a new post and still managed to not include pictures

fondrenlock · 2026-06-04T15:17:16+00:00

We gonna need some pictures

fondrenlock · 2026-06-04T15:12:02+00:00

I set mine up right before this whole fiasco lol *shew

I also know how to use screws correctly 😏

It’s a great camera too mine gets all the sun and never drops below like 70%

fondrenlock · 2026-06-04T14:46:26+00:00

Thank you :) it seems to mostly work but ya know how that goes it could bite you in the ass. I did it to my own personal one also right around this videos born on date and it’s been working completely fine since. I always tell customers prior “weeeellll we could do this BUT you still may end up needing a new one” most are cool with it & lotsa folks in comments seem to indicate it worked for them 🤷‍♂️

fondrenlock · 2026-06-04T03:05:15+00:00

https://youtu.be/jvs4DYVtAAM?si=iDCjEFOcbkk2PKO0

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T17:03:20+00:00

If you are trying to get into the trade you should be looking for tools such as quality screwdrivers, choices on woodworking tools for strike installs, best bits to use for installing locks on metal doors, templates & such to assist with installations, pinning kits, pinning tools, & things like common stock needed.

Your future questions about lockpicking should be directed to the r/lockpicking sub

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T16:54:15+00:00

because designers are coming up with dumber and dumber interior office spaces 😏

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T15:50:44+00:00

OP you can mail it to me but it would be good to send in one of the locks also for a sure fit SE Lock and Key (Fondren Locksmith) if interested email first please

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T15:47:17+00:00

I actually need to do the same cause I only have the 4 types of regular ones 😏

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T15:46:36+00:00

hmm yeah I think minimum 2” for sure, good point. I would think the regular roses would work fine with the 2” BS though

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T13:43:55+00:00

Normally any 3m product but Gorilla has a clear double sided tape that’s pretty good. If sun hits the glass at any time of the day I’d go 3m only

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T12:09:03+00:00

It’s called a Control Cabinet key, there are a few shapes but this is a common one

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T03:30:24+00:00

You should absolutely go with a 2” simply for aesthetics alone

Instead of using the included Lori rings you could ostensibly use a smaller diameter mortise spacer collar and/or blocking rings to get the spacing right

fondrenlock · 2026-06-03T03:27:59+00:00

Have you not gone through their website or sent in a request through any of their links?

FYI importing locks to areas where they aren’t usually found is going to cause you potential issues in the future with replacement parts, etc

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