Key snapped off in lock

[nabby68]

hi
The key for my French doors has snapped of on the inside of the door. I have euro cylinder locks on. After trying with no success to remove the key I have decided to replace the lock. After doing a bit of research I have found that 3 star anti snap locks are the best in terms of security. Does anybody know anywhere I can get them as I plan to replace all my locks with anti snap type, a total of five locks. Many Thanks

 

[rsgaz]

If you want them all to work from the same key, then you need to search for "keyed alike". Avocet ABS are very good. Buy from a 'proper' lock shop, not eBay/Amazon.

https://www.lockandkey.co.uk/p/-avo...c2-percent-a335-78-vat-abs-extra-keys-104543/

I have decided to replace the lock.

Good luck! The key needs to be turned about 30 degrees for the cylinder to come out without any grief. Have you tried getting it out yet?!

 

[JohnD]

you probably don't need a keyhole on the outside. With a plain plate or handle, this can reduce the opportunities for attack.

 

[nabby68]

Thanks rsgaz. You recommend Avocet which look very good but also come with a hefty price of £40 per lock so it would cost about £200. But I suppose if that’s what it cost then that’s what it costs. One of my doors on the back, and two on the front of the house are each composite doors and without me checking do you know if they are likely to have anti snap locks on already?

I have managed to get the damaged barrel out like you said but unable to remove the key.

 

[rsgaz]

likely to have anti snap locks on already?

No.

 

[ronniecabers]

I wouldn't write off all Ebay suppliers , there are a few very good ones that are more than reputable and are in the window door industry... Nigel Waters , JCplastics, trulypvc to name but three.....

 

[ronniecabers]

One of my doors on the back, and two on the front of the house are each composite doors and without me checking do you know if they are likely to have anti snap locks on already?

Depends on manufacturer to be honest , and what was specified by the person who ordered the door. Some manufactures have gone over to use High security anti snap ,antibump cylinders, if my memory serves me correct Solidor , Ig Doors ( Truedor ) and possibly even Doorstop. your best bet is to remove each barrell and see if they have a ' sacrificial ' snap off piece ( usually about 15-20mm long and so that it would snap behind the handle but leave the rest of the barrel intact )