how does this lock hold up to a thief who wants to get into your luggage in a hotel room?
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The lock will probably hold up very well. The cable is a very thick gauge and would require a heavy duty set of wire/cable cutters to cut through. But honestly, if a thief wants in your luggage and is prepared, they will get into it. EX: They can still use a heavy duty knife to cut thru the fabric of your suit case if that is the style you have (and most folks do..including myself). As with any security tool it provides a deterrent to a would be thief - not an absolute. Thieves are all about time and it taking as little as possible to do their deed. Deterrents add time to a thief's work - so they on average won't spend that time and move on. The lock will probably hold up very well. The cable is a very thick gauge and would require a heavy duty set of wire/cable cutters to cut through. But honestly, if a thief wants in your luggage and is prepared, they will get into it. EX: They can still use a heavy duty knife to cut thru the fabric of your suit case if that is the style you have (and most folks do..including myself). As with any security tool it provides a deterrent to a would be thief - not an absolute. Thieves are all about time and it taking as little as possible to do their deed. Deterrents add time to a thief's work -... » Read More The lock will probably hold up very well. The cable is a very thick gauge and would require a heavy duty set of wire/cable cutters to cut through. But honestly, if a thief wants in your luggage and is prepared, they will get into it. EX: They can still use a heavy duty knife to cut thru the fabric of your suit case if that is the style you have (and most folks do..including myself). As with any security tool it provides a deterrent to a would be thief - not an absolute. Thieves are all about time and it taking as little as possible to do their deed. Deterrents add time to a thief's work - so they on average won't spend that time and move on. « Show Less
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I hope you're asking as the potentially robbed, and not as the potential thief! However, my theory is to lock every single thing I leave in the room, and at least I can frustrate the impulsive thief, the one that can't resist an opportunity. I think there are more of those than the plan-ahead thief who breaks in with the plan to steal something specific. Of course, light items like backpacks and briefcases can just be carried out. I'll usually lock my backpack and then leave it inside my suitcase which is also locked. Some hotels have large enough safes to stash a small laptop or spare cash. I must say - there is so much security these days that I'm not sure it's worth it to worry. Be prepared, and usually you'll be happy with the results. And bolt cutters can thwart any lock, zipper, or clasp.
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If they really want your stuff no lock will stop them. That said most thieves look for easy targets so this lock will stop those kind of thieves.
1745138
I gave it as a gift. It's a deterent. Not for true valuables. Not a heavy lock.
1235080
The locks are quite secure on mine. I have no complaints or concerns about them. I love this case.
291050
I carried one like this all over the USA and never had any lock issues. It is different so maybe that is where problems might have occurred - if any. I have no reservations about this lock, and I still carry it. Walt
1221960
Because it is a security system, the lock is intended to resist tampering. That includes trying it out, just to see. No substitute for having the parts in your hands.
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Personally I wouldn't be concerned with someone wanting to steal a bike rack because they wouldn't assume it fit their car unless it was the exact same car as yours. But yes, I feel that the lock is secure, it only locks one set of the cables, I suppose someone could cut the cables but then the rack would be completely useless. If you wanted to store it inside your car it would fit in the back seat of a sedan without any problems. The dimensions might make it difficult to put it inside some trunks. We've taken week long trips across several states, staying at hotels and never worried about the security of the rack but would take the bikes inside overnight. Personally I wouldn't be concerned with someone wanting to steal a bike rack because they wouldn't assume it fit their car unless it was the exact same car as yours. But yes, I feel that the lock is secure, it only locks one set of the cables, I suppose someone could cut the cables but then the rack would be completely useless. If you wanted to store it inside your car it would fit in the back seat of a sedan without any problems. The dimensions might make it difficult to put it inside some trunks. We've taken week long trips across several states, staying at hotels and... » Read More Personally I wouldn't be concerned with someone wanting to steal a bike rack because they wouldn't assume it fit their car unless it was the exact same car as yours. But yes, I feel that the lock is secure, it only locks one set of the cables, I suppose someone could cut the cables but then the rack would be completely useless. If you wanted to store it inside your car it would fit in the back seat of a sedan without any problems. The dimensions might make it difficult to put it inside some trunks. We've taken week long trips across several states, staying at hotels and never worried about the security of the rack but would take the bikes inside overnight. « Show Less
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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.
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I found it to be very secure. It locks in place when the alarm sounds. without the key it would be very difficult to get into or turn to another times dose.
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That information is incorrect. I have stayed at quite a few hotels and most of the time, the lock will fit the door properly. However, doors are not standardized in hotels. The gaps between the door and the door frame vary. For this lock to function, the metal plate has to be able to fit inside the door and the door frame. If the plate will fit in that gap, the lock should work without any problem. It is very easy to check if it will work just by sliding the locking plate into the gap. If it slides in, it should work. Now I did have one door it did not work on when in fact, it slid into that gap. This particular door had an unusually wide dead bolt on it and it would not go through the plate. I can tell you, when you have this lock installed, you can not open the door at all until you remove the wedge, even from the inside of the hotel room. It is dependable and it works but it isn't a universal fit on all hotel doors throughout the world. Take care.
2212185
There is a location for a padlock. We use a simple Masterlock when traveling.
145459
It does not have a lock. I put my silver in a safe deposit box at the bank when I am extended trips. I don't think a lock would stop someone who wanted to steal the silver since the cabinet is not very heavy and can easily be taken. I think it is more for convenience than security. It is not particularly well made. The first one I ordered arrived broken. I returned it and the second was in one piece but is not very sturdy. Still, it looks good in the dining room.
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Absolutely NOT. It's really not even pick proof. I'm sure a child with time on their hands could pick this lock. Not really secure. Too cheaply made.
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I think so. If somebody wants in bad enough it won't matter ht kind of lock you have.
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I don't believe that they do. This is purely a mechanical lock - if you mess up entering the combination, just twist the dial counter-clockwise and try again. This is unlike an electronic safe w/ a "lock out period" after a certain number of incorrect entries, and would allow somebody to brute force guess a combination more quickly. However, the trade-off is this is not susceptible to battery or electronics failures (both of which I've experienced w/ the electronic safes.) Personally, I prefer the trade-off of better reliability to potentially more secure against brute-force guessing. Keep in mind, NO small, portable safe (or even big installed vault) is truly 100% secure. This is a very well built and solid unit, by the way - great for travel and/or vehicle storage.
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you might try padlocks with straight lock pins they come with various size pins. You can't stop a determined thief but you can make not worth the time.
1095821
It will lock if turned and push down(great for travelings!). Or a piece has dried on the end and it needs to be cleaned off.
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Yes it does. I highly reccomend it. Be aware that people might try to steal it. I use a small padlock which is better than nothing....enjoy!