If you’ve wondered what the differences are between a standard lock and a lock that is considered high security, consider the following. You may find that a high security lock is better for your needs than your current standard lock, regardless of whether what you’re protecting is your home or your business.
Standard manual locks that require only the use of a simple key are still very much in commonplace use. You very likely have one on your front door. And while this type of lock can be very effective, it relies on development more than eighty years old and has some very obvious, demonstrable weaknesses. Keys to standard locks are very easy to duplicate and this can be done many times over. It is possible that multiple copies of the key to your home are floating around among the general public and you would never know about it. Stamping “do not copy” on a key is rarely effective. In comparison, the key to a high security lock requires special equipment to duplicate and can only be done in specific locations with written permission from the key’s owner. Additionally, there are a limited amount of keys that may be copied. It is extremely difficult, if not close to impossible, for an unauthorized person to have a copy of a key to a high security lock made.
Standard locks can easily be picked or drilled open. Lock picking can be accomplished by using a simple small tool—a lock pick—and can often be performed by someone with little experience in doing so. Drilling a lock is also extremely easy and breaking the lock cylinders using this method takes no time at all and again can be done by someone with little to no experience. A high security lock, on the other hand, is essentially impossible to pick open unless the person doing the picking is an extremely talented locksmith. They are also extremely hard to drill, as they have been specially designed this way on purpose. It is actually possible to drill a high security lock, however, it takes a significant amount of time and effort and this is something that no burglar is going to want to bother with, given that their goal is typically to get in and out as quickly as possible. Therefore, placing a high security lock on the front door to your home is potentially a good idea, especially if you live in an area known for crime. Alternately, it can be an excellent way to protect your business, particularly if you deal with highly desirable, rare, or expensive items.
If you are considering a high security lock to replace your old standard lock, consult with your locksmith to see which type would be right for you.
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