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DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Pin-Tumbler Padlock


  • DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Pin-Tumbler Padlock')"> Provides maximum security for valuables.
  • Pin-tumbler locking mechanisms make padlocks harder for thieves to pick.
  • Tumblers with five or more pins provide the best security, while four pin is the next best.
  • Hardened solid steel and steel alloys make better locks and shackles.
  • Solid extruded brass padlocks are more resistant to rust than steel, but can be damaged more easily.