From left to right
Master Lock 1535D
Master Lock 653D
ORIA Combination Lock
Master Lock 140T
I’ve been looking for a solution to lock my gun and ammo case. The primary purpose is to prevent children from accessing the magazine and bullets. I have a bio metric safe for the gun itself. Factors that influenced my decision includes the perceived security, the quality of construction, the ease of lock/unlock. I’m sure all of these locks can be hacked open somehow. I’m not looking to prevent someone with a cutter. That said, I leaned towards hardened steel shackle.
The first lock I purchased was the Master Lock 140T. A solid choice if you can confidently secure the physical keys. What I did initially was to put the keys in my biometric safe. The problem with that is if someone can open the safe, they can immediately unlock the cases as well. Hiding the key elsewhere to me is not an option because children are great at finding things that adults thinks are hidden. But if you can keep the key secure, the lock is small but feel very solid.
The second lock I purchased was the ORIA combination lock. The thing I like immediately about it was the positive engagement of the number input dials. Each click feels precise. It feels the best of all the combination locks in this list. I don’t know what material it uses, but it doesn’t feel as solid as the locks fro Master Lock. Part of this maybe how the lock is painted.
The I purchased Master Lock 1535D and 653D. The 653D is what I end up using. The input dial is a close 2nd to the ORIA, but the shackle is clearly hardened steel and the case seems like full meta as well.
The 1535D feels just as solid as the 653D even though it’s painted glossy black. But the problem is in the combination input dials. First they are not precise. You can set them half way between two numbers. The deal breaker though is the placement of the line where u need to lineup the key number. As you can see from my photo, with the lock on my gun case, it’s very hard to bring it up to my eye sight. This lock is perfect for a gym locker, but for a gun case like mine, it’s not going to work.
I hope this helps someone when determining which lock to use.
| Brand | Master Lock |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Heavy Duty,Resettable |
| Lock Type | Combination Lock |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 8.12 x 3.69 x 1.75 inches |
| Material | Hardened steel |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Security |
| Style | Resettable Combination |
| Color | Gold |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Controller Type | Jog dial |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Control Method | Touch |
| UPC | 071649225659 827165723151 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00071649225659 |
| Manufacturer | Master Lock |
| Part Number | 653D |
| Product Dimensions | 8.12 x 3.69 x 1.75 inches |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Item model number | 653D |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 1 Pack |
| Finish | Polished |
| Pattern | Lock |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1, 24, 6 |
| Special Features | Heavy Duty,Resettable |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Limited Warranty |
