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Thanks Ben, pleased that I was able to help; this is why I make these videos.

Robbie, thank you for those kind words. I will be interested to know how you get on. Thanks

@@jamietratalos9238 I’m pleased that I was able to add some context to your grandads watch. Hang on to it, not only is it a treasured item, but they are difficult to find now. Thank you for watching and your comment.

Thank you for watching, it’s a number 33.

Thank you, I'm glad you liked it and thanks for commenting.

Thank you for watching and your comment. Later on in the video, I realise (from reading the patent) the true use of the brass shine; I appreciate your advice.

Thank you for your comments and watching, it means a lot to me. I think it’s the first time that I’ve been called enchanting. 😂🤣😂

Thanks for watching and you comment. I didn’t see those three on eBay.

@@sotonlock7894 Yeah check them out in sold items listed under Antique 1920’s Bookmakers Clock Bags Richmond Time Recording Tic Tac & Keys

Keep trying, I’m sure you will get there in the end. Thank you for watching and your comment.

You welcome. Thanks for commenting and watching.

Gazz, many thanks for continuing to watch my channel. The key was a challenge, but so worth it. Best wishes to you all.

@@sotonlock7894 A subs for life, not just for christmas. Take care mate.

Thank you for your kind comments, I’m pleased that you enjoyed it so much.

I agree it’s very confusing. I’m very sorry I can’t, but I’m sure there are other TH-cam videos that might be able to explain it better than me. Thank you for your comment.

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Thank you for watching and commenting. I’ve got several paper seal locks, but none of them look like that the one in Tic-Tac bag.

Thank you Roy for continuing to watch my content and your comments.

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. I’m sure I have a couple of more locks here with some social history behind them.

Many thanks for taking the time to comment on my video, I very much appreciate it.

You are absolutely correct. I’ve just checked the one from video #16 and they look identical, however they don’t decode the same. The one from #16 opens very easily, this one gave me a headache for months. I’m beginning to think this one has very poor tolerances and is cheap and nasty. I have four NRG’s and they all fall open fast. Very observant of you, well done. Thank you for pointing this out to me.

@@sotonlock7894 No worries. As it happens, I just got rid of an identical one rebranded as Rhino Locks (which could be decoded the standard way in 2 mins) and have the Zhege coming tomorrow so will see if that fairs any different!

Please let me know how it goes with the Zhege.

@@sotonlock7894 Got my glamorous assistant to code the new Zhege today. IMO very similar to my old one (perhaps a little looser - QC?) and was in in a few minutes but bear in mind that's my second ever decode. Reckon you might have a duff one!

@@jimbob2hats925 I’m hoping it’s a QC issue rather than me losing my touch! Thanks for letting me know. Well done on getting yours open without too much trouble.

Thanks for your comments, it gives me some kind of idea that my lock wasn’t the only problematic one. Sorry to hear that you can’t open your lock, try the various techniques shown in my videos. Don’t give up and let me know how you get on.

Thanks Roy, I had no idea it was going to be this difficult. You can’t judge a book by its cover. Thanks for your continued support.

​@@sotonlock7894Lock picking is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Thank you the compliments, it means a lot. It took me several months of playing with this lock to come up with this solution. I have yet to find out if this method works on other combinations. Thanks for watching and your kind comments.

@@sotonlock7894 I see I was able to use the plain indirect method in my video 185

@Swynndla Good going, that’s how I expected mine to open. I must just have a difficult lock with bad tolerances. I tried the normal indirect method several times, but without success. Thanks for the feedback.

I assumed that as well. They are either made with good tolerances, poor tolerances or I’m loosing my touch! At £5 each I’m hoping it’s poor tolerances! 😂🤣😂 Having said that the last Zhege I played with (video #21) was challenging as well. Many thanks for watching and your comments. Best wishes to you both.

Glad I was able to help, good job. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment.

Thank you for watching. Unfortunately most combination locks have weakness so I wouldn’t recommend one. It really depends on your situation, is it to be used as locker lock, outdoors, unattended for long periods of time, how much you want to spend etc. One of the reasons I decode so many combination locks is to find one that is reasonably priced, strong and difficult to decode. I haven’t found one yet and I doubt if I ever will. The one in video #13 is a basic starter and if you can find one then a Sargent & Greenleaf 8077 is hard to beat, but make sure you get one with a known combination and change key. If you do get a 8077 watch lots of TH-cam as they can be difficult to change the code. ***I wouldn’t lock anything of any value with a combination lock*** I hope this helps.

@@sotonlock7894 Thank you for this very profound and helpful answer! 🙏

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I like Banksy work, some of it is humorous, thought provoking and darn right clever. Yep the Abus is quite a handful but a fun pick. Thank for watching as ever.

Gazz, thank you very much. Best wishes to you both. Enjoy the rest of the BH.

Thanks for watching and commenting. Can’t believe some people keep them as pets!!! Thanks for your kind words.

Pleased that I was able to help. Thanks for your comments.

Glad it helped

Personally I wouldn’t secure anything valuable with this lock. Thank you for watching and your comment.

Thank you for commenting, I’m glad you enjoyed it.

Thank you for watching and comments. I’m not sure where you are in the world, but I can find a few online (Amazon.co.uk). Try also searching for Master Lock Speed Dial, good luck.

I manage an escape room & we use this lock in our rooms. They are exceptionally hard to come by now; I've only been able to find them on ebay (mind you, this was in Nov. of 2022 when they were initially discontinued) and they were $64 a pop. We ordered 10 to be safe, but they are certainly a challenge to find these days

Thanks for watching. Funny enough I encountered one, in an escape room I did last month. I’ve only see these for sale on ebay nowadays. Thanks for your comments.

I’m sorry, not sure what the clicks are on your lock, all of the wheels on my lock spin freely. Is your lock old or rusty?

@imbloodyknackerd. I suspect reason for using an implement is the it’s easier to see the wheel spring/bounce. When you use a finger it tends to obscure the wheel that you are working on. Hope this help.

@@sotonlock7894 many thanks. It does make sense to me now.. Good explanation. Thanks so much. Best

Thank you for watching and your comment.

That bought a smile to my face, thank you. I’m pleased I was able to help and save you from any further embarrassment. Thanks for commenting.

Are you holding in the button at the bottom of the lock? Thank you for watching.

Assuming you have the right code, will the shackle open if you pull on it? It is possible that the shackle spring is crushed etc. Thank you for watching and your comment.

Hi its impossible open with some kind of tool? That will be interesting

I don’t think there is a tool that will get this lock open without destroying it in the process.

@@sotonlock7894 I have a lock with 5 wheels and I trying unlock and I feel really struggle I’m only beginning learner but really liked

​@@ricardasbalsys9363you can't use a shim on these as the palls locking mechanism is fixed, not sprung. Equally, you can't use a feeler tool between the wheels as the wheels are shielded internally and externally. If this lock is jammed and thus can't be picked as shown here, then it's probably going to be easier to cut through the chain or hasp in an emergency. Otherwise it's easy enough to destroy this locks casing and split it open to remove it. The shackle is through-hardened toughened steel alloy so a hss saw or 24" Bolt croppers won't do it. 36" Bolt cutters should work but it's likely the jaws will get damaged in the process and they're expensive to replace. Hence using a cheap chisel and lump hammer.

Thank you for watching and your comment, I’m pleased you found it helpful.

I totally agree with you about its intended use, I even think I mentioned it in the video. I suspect that the organisers of the festival found a cheap supplier somewhere. LOL. Thank you for watching and your comments.

Roy, many thanks for watching, your comments and support.

Thank you for watching and commenting. With regards to your Alpha lock, I have sent you a PM via our normal route. Take care.

Take a look at video #21, Fortlocks currently on Amazon uk at £8.99. I hope this helps.

Thank you for watching and the comment. Cheers

Gazz, thank you once again for your support, best wishes to you and yours for 2024.

Chris, thank you for watching and your comments, they are always appreciated.

Thank you for your comments, they are always welcome. Both you and Potti314 are my inspiration.

Thank you for watching and your tips, I find them very useful.