Beware of No Security Locks advertised as High Security Locks

PostHarvest

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Just wanted to warn others not to make the same mistake I did.
A shipping container where I store tools has been broken into twice so far this year. After the first break-in, I bought some chunky beam padlocks that are advertised as being the ultimate in High Security. The pins are stamped "Hardened", and the lock bodies "Hardened Solid Steel". They are also stamped "England". They look pretty strong - unfortunately its just looks.
The second break-in proved the bodies are only cheap cast iron, and the body is drilled out to take the cylinder so there is less than 2mm of metal left. One good tap with a hammer and they shatter. The pins are soft as a hacksaw cuts them easily. I complained to the supplier, and he referred back to his Chinese supplier. He gave a partial refund, but it doesn't change the fact that his locks are useless.
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