Isn't that kind of override lock key easy to pick?
1666743
Excellent safe for fire and water protection but not for security. Will prevent access by children, snoops, and amateur thieves. Experienced, capable thief will defeat both the combination lock and key lock, or just haul away. I keep the key in my safe for that reason. Recommend for important documents but not for valuables.
1666744
It probably wouldn't keep anybody out that knew what they were doing. If it isn't somehow bolted down most could just haul the whole safe out of the house.
603761
Hello, This is an electronic lock, and the combination can be changed at any time. Thank you. Securitybase.com
875059
I don't believe so. The documentation for my lock does not appear to have an option for it *not* to lock automatically...
2254432
it is pretty straightforward and takes about 20 to 30 seconds to change the combination. All of these types of locks have similar mechanisms for changing the calibration.
658404
There are a lot of recent reviews showing how easy it is to pick this with a paperclip or hair clip. I'd like to know from recent purchasers if this is still the case, without having to purchase a new lock for the unit.
1826895
Wow, thanks for asking this question. I never thought of that, and that fact that the combination has to be set to close the lock helped me choose not to buy this lock. Thank you.
2206324
I am not sure. The beauty of this lock is you can add or subtract a code for anyone you choose Anytime Temporary or permanent.
2021909
You have to have the key that currently works in the lock to activate the key-change procedure. Odds are against that, I hope.
2223627
There are simple instructions - once the lock portion is removed, there are some rings that can be rotated to set the new combination. It does not come with a key. If you forget the key, grab a sledgehammer.
2218594
it's pretty easy. The control key is out from the right pinky, the Fn key is the bottom right key on the right edge, and 2 is 3rd key in from the left.
1760048
yes you can change it to whatever you want each key has its own individual light so be creative lol
1150101
I concur that you have to have it done locally by locksmith after they arrive. I don't think big box (Lowe's, HD) will do it unless you have purchased it there. And even then I believe they will only commit to rekeying with Kwikset's "smart key system."
1709924
Yes. You can tale the lock with the key you use now and have them match it. Both Home Dept and Lowe's do this.
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I don't believe Amazon offers this service. What I did was purchase the rekey kit and match all the locks that way. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004FWXSX0/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1361391391&sr;=8-1π=SL75It only takes a few minutes to do. The instructions are very simple. Only tool not included in the kit is a Phillips screwdriver.
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The key is NOT like traditional house keys.It is generally flat and has angled cuts of various lengths and angles - Not something I'd expect the typical locksmith to duplicate, but not overly complicated either.
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They are always different, or I could buy one for the key and open all doors with that lock.You would have to contact the company for getting all the same or talk to a locksmith beforehand because some are not rekeyable.
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I have to agree with beholder242. The lock is as robust as it can be considering the application. I don't believe that the average person could defeat it simply by trying to pick it.