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Can this lock be changed to electric?
2/24/2012 9:35:40 AM
I didn't want to hijack the previous lock changing thread, so I'm starting my own here.
I have this old Browning 26 Gun Safe - Sorry, I don't know the model, but below are the photos I have online.
I want to know if there is a standard digital lock I can replace this combo lock with?
I'm familiar with the issues behind digital locks, my work uses them...even the cheap Sentry safes, which I've had to repair myself. I'm just looking for ease of use.
P.S. Don't ask why there is weather stripping on the *outside* of the safe. It's been removed and I'm in the process of refurbing the interior. I got this safe for almost nothing (had to push it up a flight of stairs, but it's mine now!)
2/24/2012 9:47:19 AM
You should be able to swap it out for any of the common e-lock.
I know you said not to ask, but curiosity got the best of me. Why on the outside??
I know you said not to ask, but curiosity got the best of me. Why on the outside??
2/24/2012 10:36:59 AM
It can be swapped out.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
2/26/2012 11:50:43 AM
Originally Posted By FireStalker:
You should be able to swap it out for any of the common e-lock.
I know you said not to ask, but curiosity got the best of me. Why on the outside??
You should be able to swap it out for any of the common e-lock.
I know you said not to ask, but curiosity got the best of me. Why on the outside??
The only thing I can figure, is the previous owner heard that putting weather stripping on the safe door would help keep the interior dry...I guess he never realized it's supposed to go on the inside of the door where it meets the body of the safe.
I tried to peel the weather stripping off, and it took the paint off with it. So I'm going to have to sand down and repaint the door while I refurb the interior.
2/26/2012 11:55:03 AM
Originally Posted By Snopczynski:
It can be swapped out.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
It can be swapped out.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
I'll try that, but being completely truthful: I have a bad memory problem. I have trouble remembering numbers, and I could literally forget the combo of the safe after just a week, even after practicing till I could open it in your prescribed 10 seconds. So how does the electronic keypad help me you're thinking? Well, I have really good muscle memory, and pattern memory. So I can come up with a pattern on the keypad and type it out without remembering the numbers. Honestly, it's how I get by in life, it's been a challenge.
2/26/2012 12:40:55 PM
I'll try that, but being completely truthful: I have a bad memory problem. I have trouble remembering numbers, and I could literally forget the combo of the safe after just a week, even after practicing till I could open it in your prescribed 10 seconds. So how does the electronic keypad help me you're thinking? Well, I have really good muscle memory, and pattern memory. So I can come up with a pattern on the keypad and type it out without remembering the numbers. Honestly, it's how I get by in life, it's been a challenge.
Would a six letter word be easier for you to remember than a six digit string of numbers? This is another advantage of electronic locks. Many are set up similar to a telephone keypad, where there are both numbers and letters on the buttons. You can program the lock to a word as opposed to a number to make it easier to remember.
2/26/2012 3:55:57 PM
i agree with this entirely.
i understand that the failure rate of electronic locks is far higher than that of combo locks, but ill never buy another dial lock.
the electronic one is just so much more convenient.
i understand that the failure rate of electronic locks is far higher than that of combo locks, but ill never buy another dial lock.
the electronic one is just so much more convenient.
2/26/2012 4:16:02 PM
Originally Posted By a1abdj:
Would a six letter word be easier for you to remember than a six digit string of numbers? This is another advantage of electronic locks. Many are set up similar to a telephone keypad, where there are both numbers and letters on the buttons. You can program the lock to a word as opposed to a number to make it easier to remember.
I'll try that, but being completely truthful: I have a bad memory problem. I have trouble remembering numbers, and I could literally forget the combo of the safe after just a week, even after practicing till I could open it in your prescribed 10 seconds. So how does the electronic keypad help me you're thinking? Well, I have really good muscle memory, and pattern memory. So I can come up with a pattern on the keypad and type it out without remembering the numbers. Honestly, it's how I get by in life, it's been a challenge.
Would a six letter word be easier for you to remember than a six digit string of numbers? This is another advantage of electronic locks. Many are set up similar to a telephone keypad, where there are both numbers and letters on the buttons. You can program the lock to a word as opposed to a number to make it easier to remember.
It doesn't matter, I'd still go by pattern. I work IT for a living, and I'm required to have a 12 character password due to my security level (not military, just at my work security). My passwords are typically 15-20 characters and seemingly random because I use patterns on the keyboard rather than specific words or numbers. So *any* keypad is better than a combo lock for me.
All that said, how do I go about getting a digital keypad for my old safe, and is it really worth it? I really can not afford buying a newer better safe at this time, and some protection is better than none at all.
2/26/2012 6:20:00 PM
Ok, I opened up the safe and took the door panel off to get a look at the lock. It's an S&G Group 2, the door panel says S6326 if that means anything (probably the safe model). I'm almost tempted to try and change the combo myself on the dial, but I think I still want a keypad. Is there a keypad lock that will directly swap into this safe? I'm pretty sure I can do it myself since I've gotten this far.
2/26/2012 6:39:07 PM
You need to replace the lock; you can't just add a keypad to a mechanical lock. I have a lock and keypad I'll sell cheap - removed from my safe to install a mechanical. IM me if interested.
2/27/2012 12:56:58 PM
Originally Posted By LonelyRaven:
I'll try that, but being completely truthful: I have a bad memory problem. I have trouble remembering numbers, and I could literally forget the combo of the safe after just a week, even after practicing till I could open it in your prescribed 10 seconds. So how does the electronic keypad help me you're thinking? Well, I have really good muscle memory, and pattern memory. So I can come up with a pattern on the keypad and type it out without remembering the numbers. Honestly, it's how I get by in life, it's been a challenge.
Originally Posted By Snopczynski:
It can be swapped out.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
It can be swapped out.
If you practice with that dial, you should be able to open the safe in under 10 seconds. It takes 7 seconds to open an elock.
I'll try that, but being completely truthful: I have a bad memory problem. I have trouble remembering numbers, and I could literally forget the combo of the safe after just a week, even after practicing till I could open it in your prescribed 10 seconds. So how does the electronic keypad help me you're thinking? Well, I have really good muscle memory, and pattern memory. So I can come up with a pattern on the keypad and type it out without remembering the numbers. Honestly, it's how I get by in life, it's been a challenge.
That is the same reasons why I can open the dial lock on my safe in less than 10 seconds. Give it a chance and see what comes of it.
