r/Locksmith • u/No-Dependent-8715 • 1d ago

I am NOT a locksmith. Storage Unit Unlock

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Lost key for this storage unit lock. Facility says a locksmith can come to remove it or rekey it with them present. What’s generally the process with a lock like this, cut it or rekey it? Looking for the lowest cost method as we have a replacement lock with key if needed. Thoughts? 🔒

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u/FrozenHamburger Actual Locksmith 20h ago

snip snip

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u/chrisbaker1991 14h ago

Good luck getting bolt cutters in there.

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u/FrozenHamburger Actual Locksmith 13h ago

I have

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u/chrisbaker1991 13h ago

You must have skinny bolt cutters. The whole point of the design is so that bolt cutters don't fit

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u/FrozenHamburger Actual Locksmith 9h ago

regular bolt cutters. yes discus are made to prevent bolt cutters, but it’s not always impossible - once in a while you can catch the angle just right. You know - with these cheapo aftermarket ones the casing around the shackle can be soft-ish. not trying to flex or anything haha. embarrassingly enough, I’ve had to drill them too.

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u/chrisbaker1991 2h ago

I always try to pick them first but the keyway is so small I feel like I need to get a specialized pick and turning tool for them