#Padlock key driver

Truthfully it is a very secure lock.īuy Medeco M3 Shrouded Padlock on Amazon 7. And I am being pretty critical because this is a list of the best padlocks of all time.

Not really the illusion of security, but a sterner implication of it. To most it is going to look like a lock that they cannot pick with a big thick alloy steel shackle covered by a cast iron shroud. The brass body is also covered by weathering protection so that the weakness is hidden. You are paying more for the brand name, but with it, you get a high-quality padlock that will stand up to traveling and industrial environments. It is designed to be very resistant to weathering and outdoor conditions. That leaves the lock body as the most vulnerable part. The reason the lock is so low on the list is that the body is made of brass. That name being on the lock is enough, in most cases, for a thief to give up on any thought of picking it. They are not as resistant to covert attacks as people think, but they still provide an immense amount of security. The more alarming of the weaknesses have been addressed in all locks manufactured after 2011. There are some discovered weaknesses with these cores, but it takes quite a bit of knowledge and understanding about the company and experience with lock picking, to overcome them. This particular Medeco has a shroud comprised of hardened steel that protects a hardened steel shackle. A shroud can also be added for additional protection, and it is the only model with this feature.īuy Best Access Systems 21B Padlock on Amazon 8. The shackle is very strong to stand up to destructive entry. This is also ideal if the core is damaged. The core can be removed with a change key that takes advantage of the lock’s two shear lines, so replacing the core is as fast and simple as turning a key. The lock also has changeable cores in case you feel more secure with another brand’s cylinder. It also has a very severe paracentric keyway that severely restricts access.

Seven pins and a master key system make them a the choice lock for many industrial companies. But this decision is not based on exceedingly clever wordplay, this lock has earned its spot. Ironically enough, Best was able to get on this list. You can get it repinned or simply change out the core with something a little more high security.īuy Stanley Hardened Steel Padlock on Amazon 9. Again not the best, but it is entitled to the number nine spot just because it has pretty much no competition for what it is. Pretty amazing for a relatively generic and widely accessible lock. It has a shrouded shackle and anti drill plates with a hardened steel body and shackle.

#Padlock key driver

The price comes in under $50, and for that you get a Schlage high security six pin core with counter milling and some security driver pins. It is a good start for a fair price, and the lock has a changeable core, so it is easy to upgrade. The Stanley has edged its way onto this list. Though value is important, in the security industry, you are going to get what you pay for. Depending on your economic conditions value might be your most important factor.

Depending on the types of threats in your particular area, or line of work, some locks may work better. The time you get will depend on the type of attack. The amount of time it takes a criminal to overcome your security is the only purchasable protection that exists.

All that these devices will give you is time. It is important to remember that there is no such thing as unpickable locks. Ranking will depend on the balance of those aspects. The numbering is as reasoned as preference can be, based on those four criteria. The characteristics I care about are forced entry resistance, pick resistance, value, and versatility. Like all opinions, this list is subjective. When I talk about the best padlocks, there are several things that I consider. Whether it is locking up a motorcycle, securing a gate, or just giving your bicycle a little more security, you will need a padlock.