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Robert L. Webb

U.S.
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returns 12/31/2012
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Questions about locks only. I have been a locksmith for over 30 years and am currently the consulting locksmith at one of the largest satellite manufacturers in Southern California. I am a state contractor in the lock/safe field. I will answer questions dealing with residential, commercial and government safes. X07,8 and 9. Mosler 302 and S&G 6700-8400.

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mike01/04/10101010Bob, It was the c clip-got one .....
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Recent Answers from Robert L. Webb

2010-01-04 baldwin deadbolt:

Hello Ethan. Is the deadbolt separate and above the knob/handle? If it is a key on both sides, then you need to gently pry off the inside face plate around the key hole. Start at the bottom of the key

2010-01-04 hase safe:

Hello Oscar. Can you send a photo to     ibdrloc@yahoo.com    . If it is closed, a locksmith may charge as much as $500.00 to open it. So now it becomes scrap metel and you will have to pay someone to

2010-01-03 deadbolt:

Hello Mike. It sounds like you have a Kwikset deadbolt. There is a "C" clip that has broke  and can be replaced. From your local lock shop, they should have the parts. You will have to take the lock off

2008-12-03 3 safe questions:

Hello Donna. Go to   firekung.com for an instruction sheet for the Meilink. The plastic is able to break off in the event of a forced entry making it harder to gain entry. Call 800/421/6241 for answers

2008-11-29 National Lock Co. Wall Safe:

Hello Barry. There may be a small hole on the back side of the lock. The wheels are round with a notch in each one. Turn the dial left 3 turn and stop when you see the 1st notch show in the hole. Turn

 

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