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Old 03-02-2019, 12:49 PM   #1
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Outdoor combo lock suggestions

I need a padlock, combination style no-key, that works in all weather conditions including freezing. I’ve tried several, and am planning to need to cut the current one off when i dewinterize the RV.

It does not need to lockpick proof or anything. Just needs to actually work outdoors. Think a waist high fence with a gate, not actually the case, but it’s just keeping the honest people honest.

I’m just so frustrated with the different locks I’ve bought so far being almost single use!!!

While it doesn’t need to be a super security lock, I don’t mind spending a few bucks on one that I don’t need to replace so frequently.

Also had problems with ones that the combo can be changed too easily. So again being usable is important.
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Old 03-02-2019, 11:25 PM   #2
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I need a padlock, combination style no-key, that works in all weather conditions including freezing. I’ve tried several, and am planning to need to cut the current one off when i dewinterize the RV.

It does not need to lockpick proof or anything. Just needs to actually work outdoors. Think a waist high fence with a gate, not actually the case, but it’s just keeping the honest people honest.

I’m just so frustrated with the different locks I’ve bought so far being almost single use!!!

While it doesn’t need to be a super security lock, I don’t mind spending a few bucks on one that I don’t need to replace so frequently.

Also had problems with ones that the combo can be changed too easily. So again being usable is important.
I've been using a "Sesame" brand combo padlock for 15 years. Exposed to the weather all the time. It's a stout brass body, no pot-metal or plastic. A squirt of WD-40 every few years is all it's needed. It does freeze from time to time but 15-20 seconds from a disposable cigarette lighter takes care of that quickly.

This is the one I have:

https://smile.amazon.com/Sesamee-K43...gateway&sr=8-2

Since I bought mine another company "ABUS" offers a hardened steel lock with similar combination wheels on the bottom. Lots more expensive but if you need more security, this is it:

https://smile.amazon.com/ABUS-190CS-...28-spons&psc=1
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