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| I usually hang out in the kitchen forum. Was hoping that someone would be able to help me with my furniture problem.
I recently inherited a Statton Diningroom Breakfront that was purchased in 1955 by my Great Aunt. The glass doors of the breakfront have "key hole" locks that are in the locked position. I did not receive the key. After searching the web, I think that it is a skeleton barrel keyed lock. I called Statton, and they were not able to help me. I am trying to avoid the cost of a locksmith ($90 just to walk into my home). Does anyone have advice of how to unlock this breakfront? My DH and I tried to pick the lock with no success. Thanks for any advice you could give! Barb |
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- Posted by bobsmyuncle (My Page) on Fri, Aug 6, 10 at 20:29
| It may or may not work, but Van Dyke's carries a sampler set of skeleton keys. If you have measurements and other critical information, you might be able to save money by ordering a few of the "usual suspects." |
Here is a link that might be useful: Sampler skeleton key set.
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| Thanks so much for your helpful advice. I've ordered a sampler skeleton key set. Wish me luck! Barb |
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| Just wanted to followup. I received my sampler skeleton key set that I ordered online from Kennedy Hardware. One of the keys opened my breakfront! I am so happy! Thanks again my everyone's advice. Barb |
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- Posted by bobsmyuncle (My Page) on Wed, Aug 11, 10 at 21:46
| Yippee! Si finis bonus est, totum bonum erit. |
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| I appreciate the good wishes. DH and I are still stunned that we found a key to open it. I think I'll go out and buy a lottery ticket today! Barb |
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