Can one get replacement keys for a Sears tool cabinet & chest.
keys for Sears tool chest
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Newer yes, certain older boxes no. I had an old chest and was told they don't sell them anymore.
Just call the Sears parts rep on the phone and they will tell you.
Just call the Sears parts rep on the phone and they will tell you.
Depending on how much legwork you want to do, you can always get keys for any lock.
Is there an alphanumeric code stamped on the lock? If so, the manufacturer will probably be able to cut new keys for you. I think many recent Sears boxes were made by Waterloo.
If there's no lock code, then the solution is probably to remove the lock and have a smith make keys for it. This may involve picking the lock, which is probably pretty easy. The smith might (1) measure the pins and cut a correct key for it, (2) grab a new key and repin your lock for the key, or (3) sell you a whole new lock that's dimensionally identical.
Is there an alphanumeric code stamped on the lock? If so, the manufacturer will probably be able to cut new keys for you. I think many recent Sears boxes were made by Waterloo.
If there's no lock code, then the solution is probably to remove the lock and have a smith make keys for it. This may involve picking the lock, which is probably pretty easy. The smith might (1) measure the pins and cut a correct key for it, (2) grab a new key and repin your lock for the key, or (3) sell you a whole new lock that's dimensionally identical.
Older sears boxes were made by Waterloo, they might be more helpful than Sears.
Well the one I bought is a 1985 model. I was told by Sears no keys.
Were those made by Waterloo? I also have a newer one as well, I bought it a couple of years ago. Would it be Waterloo as well?
Were those made by Waterloo? I also have a newer one as well, I bought it a couple of years ago. Would it be Waterloo as well?
I'd contact Waterloo and ask about it
http://www.waterlooindustries.com/Customer-Support.jsp
Otherwise the lock assembly is usually a simple lock, often called a "cam lock", that you or a locksmith could replace.
http://www.waterlooindustries.com/Customer-Support.jsp
Otherwise the lock assembly is usually a simple lock, often called a "cam lock", that you or a locksmith could replace.
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