Questions About Locks, Safes and Security: An International Police Reference

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I am looking for information on good design for safe locking mechanism for a home made safe. The only thing I can find is how to break into safes. Will this book give me good insights?

Steve Long Not really. It would be like attempting to fill a glass of water using a fully charged firehose. It's advanced information for security specialists co…moreNot really. It would be like attempting to fill a glass of water using a fully charged firehose. It's advanced information for security specialists covering a wide range of topics. I'd suggest finding a local locksmith kind enough to coach you a bit on installing a good mechanical lock like the S&G 6730. They come with good instructions. In some of the other texts similar to those you may have already seen you might want to look at discussion of various types of bolt work and handles you need to build. That's what actually secures the safe. The lock itself simply keeps the handle and bolts from turning.(less)

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