Locksmith Terms Glossary – Dictionary M-P
Locksmith Terms Glossary M-P master key A key which will open every lock in the master keyed suite. master keyed (locks or latches) A lock or latch capable of being operated also by a master key as well as its own change or servant key. master pins Small pins sometimes called wafers to build up chamber pin loading […]
Locksmith Terms Glossary – Dictionary i-l
Locksmith Terms Glossary i-l imitation bma: An electro deposited powder or lacquer finish on metal to simulate as nearly as possible the genuine Bronze Metal Antique finish. It is known as lBMA. impressioning: A means of fitting a key directly to a locked cylinder by manipulating a blank in the keyway and cutting the blank where the […]
Locksmith Terms Glossary – Dictionary
Locksmith Dictionary A – D action The arrangements of live or latch bolts and their accessories in a lock or latch, and how they function. alike change More than one lock or latch which can be operated by the same key. all to pass Often referred to as “locks to pass” i.e. a number of locks which can be […]
Hire A LOCAL locksmith directly!
There are many locksmith companies that advertise in the Roanoke and Salem area here in VA. Some of the lock-out service businesses and emergency roadside businesses you see listed on search engines are not LOCAL. We at Big Lick Locksmith services are local and we only help local people! Beware of toll free numbers and […]
Before you hire any locksmith, you must look for reviews
Most of your neighbors or friends probably don’t know the most qualified locksmith in your area. This is due to the fact that a lot of people aren’t ready for emergencies with locks. Don’t be one of those left standing on the outside looking in at your nice, warm house. Continue reading to find out […]