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Universal or Brand Specific Lock Pins Choosing the right lock pins Locksmith pins come available to the aftermarket in a variety of pin sizes, brands, and packaging. Understanding the specifics of these can be a big factor in choosing the...

Try-out Keys There is no doubt each locksmith develops his or her own area of business they are more comfortable with. Some locksmiths may become very proficient in the area of automotive locksmithing or in safe repair. Other locksmiths may...

Semi-Automatic Key Machines Many companies exist for specific purposes. This may be a host of different things, but many specific businesses can benefit from adding some variety to their services. One unique service is to offer key duplication. Everyone has...

Best I/C Core Tools As with most locks, Best I/C Core locks require a specific set of locksmith tools in order to service properly. Many of these, in the case of Best I/C Core, are not the same as many...

Best I/C Core Basics As a technician travels from one job to another, he/she may encounter a number of interchangeable style locks on commercial buildings. These are very popular due to the ease of exchanging cylinders, security features offered, incredible...

Creative Locksmith Tools With all of the types of locks that exist, it is amazing many locksmiths are able to work with so little in the way of unique locksmith tools. One can imagine all of the ways different locks,...

Space and Depth Key Uses What if every key duplication machine could also be used for code cutting new keys? What if there was a low cost alternative to more expensive code cutting machines. Thankfully for many locksmiths, space and...

Spool Pins and Serrated Pins A locksmith who services residential and commercial locks will often come to a similar problem when meeting with home owners, managers, and business owners. There is a great need for improved security, but the customer...

Rekeying Kits Years ago, many locksmiths had trouble pinning locks because of the varying lock pin diameters. Today, with the evolution of locks, many locks use the same pin diameters with varying heights. This growing uniformity greatly reduces costs for...