Hello, will this lock stand a burglar who uses a hammer?
376144
Well to be honest a good hammer (sledge) will defeat any lock. The wood will always give way before 99% of locks out there. Anyways it is an extremely strong and well built mortise lock. It is also weather proof so good for outdoor use. I have some locks from emtek and I would pick this one over those for security purposes.
1522330
No. Someone could kick this lock open pretty easily. We use them on inside doors for child-proofing purposes i.e., locking door to basement so our toddler can't pull the door open and fall down the stairs.
1878329
I've not tried to pick the lock, but it looks fairly sturdy. I think if someone wanted to brute force the thing open THAT badly, they probably could, but they'd destroy the thing in the process.
453998
It does lock, but with enough force my cats can push it open anyways. We use it for the garage door since we keep their boxes there. So not really a problem for us. But i do not recommend it for exterior. If a cat can push it open, i bet a raccoon would find it elementary.
370664
That's a question for the Master lock, not the end user, however, no lock can keep any expert out. This device is meant as a deterrent, and that it does very well. The problem with the door, is that it takes a mere second to steal. Not the case if he has to find a key that fits the lock. The idea with thieves, is to get away fast without getting caught. The deterrent prevents a quick getaway.
1378889
Unless your lock is weak, I don't think this could be used to help a thief open your door, but it would look very weird if left on an outside door, as it sort of looks like some kind of odd bondage gear.
175255
A regular sized one, yes. Like a combo lock or a master lock with a key would fit pefectly and prevent it from being opened
1347649
I am not sure what a mortise lock is but it works on a standard deadbolt configuration. Hope this helps.
1462390
Just saw Caesar's answer..I bought this for my son and he has never had it lock. Back when out..something he told me he wished it did. 5hat was the basis of my original answer
773784
Yes, it has a place to put a padlock. It is as secure as any item that allows you to lock with a padlock.
653094
It certainly isn't designed to work for that. I have used Mommy's Helper Slide-Lok Bi-Fold Door Lock ( Mommy's Helper Slide-Lok Bi-Fold Door Lock ) and it works better than you would think it would from its picture.
814587
No it will not. The reason being is that it uses the screws to push against the door. Unless you want to lock someone into a room.
1326775
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.
393626
I think it does take standard padlock, however my toolbox is at work in gangbox. I'll double check tonight when I get to work.
1904918
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!
2101747
Yes, it locks, and is fairly secure. Thin aluminum siding, so if someone really wanted to, it would be that difficult to get in though.
375235
Yes. You need a bit of room on either side of the closure (door/frame) for the metal plate. If there is wood-trim too close to the edge it will be slightly loose but still effective. The idea is to prevent casual entry, to make noise if tampered with, and to slow down a thief while the alarm is ringing. Most thieves want to be in and out in minutes and this adds another problem to their navigation.