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Cruciform tubular lock?
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Mon Mar 24, 2014 12:23 am
by Marduk28
Saw another new type of lock today~
Anyone know what to call this thing?
It is similar to a tubular lock in that you have to push down pins to a correct depth before the lock will turn.
I tried picking it but once you set 3 of the pins the tension is so strong on the last pin that it gets locked up. I try releasing some tension, but that usually unsets everything else. I am still working on it. I am not sure if a special tool is required.
Re: Cruciform tubular lock?
Posted:
Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:36 am
by GWiens2001
It uses the same locking principles as a Bramah, Fontaine, Pollux, and Supra. It is a clever design, with wafers shaped almost like a U, instead of pins. Would like to get ahold of one of those locks with keys. If you are up for a trade or sale, PM me!
Gordon
Re: Cruciform tubular lock?
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Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:45 am
by huxleypig
Yeah, I love high security tubular lock types. I would like one too!
Re: Cruciform tubular lock?
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Mon Mar 24, 2014 8:04 am
by GWiens2001
And no special tool is needed. It just takes practice. That will not likely be built to Bramah standards.
Gordon
Re: Cruciform tubular lock?
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Mon Mar 24, 2014 5:10 pm
by macgng
thats pretty cool, I'd like one too.
whats the name on the key? where'd you get it?
thanks for sharing.
Re: Cruciform tubular lock?
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Tue Mar 25, 2014 4:42 am
by Marduk28
Hey Guys!
I found this lock at a random store here in my town in Taiwan. I am not sure how many that store has left. There is no clear name on the keys, just a logo (the "S" shaped thing) and some numbers (789).
If it's worth my time I could try to go hunting for more and sell/trade to you guys.
PM me with an offer to buy/trade if you guys are interested and I will get back to you if I can find more.
I am going to hazard a guess that shipping from here to the USA will cost somehow around $5 USD, but I would have to go to the Post office and confirm.
I'll be sure to post any more interesting locks I find here in case you want any for your collections.
Thanks!