Master Lock 4683Q TSA-Approved Nickel Keyed Alike Luggage/Baggage Lock, 4-Pack
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Master Lock 4683Q TSA-Approved Nickel Keyed Alike Luggage/Baggage Lock, 4-Pack
Customer Review: Good theft deterrent, but not very secure
Summary: 4 Stars
I recently traveled internationally and had to check 3 bags so I figured a 4-pack of TSA-approved, keyed alike Master locks was my best bet. I'm constantly unlocking and relocking my luggage because I always relock my luggage before leaving the hotel room, so having one key open all of my luggage was very convenient. My only complaint is that these locks aren't as secure as I'd expected from a keyed Master lock. Two security-related reasons that influenced me to purchase these locks are: 1) Master is well known for making quality locks. 2) I wanted keyed lock because I figured it's harder for someone to pick a keyed lock than it is for someone to roll through the combinations. To make a long story short, I accidentally lock the key inside my luggage. That's when I realized the drawback of having one key for 3 bags. I was getting ready to cut the luggage lining when, to my surprise, I was able to open the lock by pulling the lock's shackle with the index finger of my left hand and the lock's body with the index finger of my right hand (yes, I have small hands). The point is it's not very hard to break the lock open. This is great news if you accidentally lose your key or lock the key inside your luggage, but it also means other people can get into your luggage just as easily. I should also mention that while the lock will continue to function after being forced open it may be less secure. I lost my lock on my return flight and I'm guessing that it opened and fell off when the luggage handlers were transporting or loading my bag.
All in all, these locks are great theft deterrents but don't expect high security from such small locks. Likewise, don't expect too much from any luggage lock (like I did); they're all just theft deterrents.
Customer Review: TSA Master Lock Review
Summary: 5 Stars
The TSA Brass Masterlocks are great! At first we didn't lock our bags and one was left partially opened and we lost some small items. Then we locked the bags with our old locks and had to stay with our bags so that they could open and inspect them, this took up almost an hour! We finally got these TSA approved locks and zipped through the airport with no problems and the TSA folks relocked our bags after the inspection. It's the way to go folks! No hassles and the quality is Masterlock all the way. Being keyed alike is a nice feature too!Customer Review: good quality/price ratio
Summary: 5 Stars
These brass padlocks have a good quality/price ratio compared to other similar objects. Needless to say, they also are TSA-approved. I would recommend them.Customer Review: Excellent Choice
Summary: 5 Stars
Easy to use and they provide peace of mind against theft. No problem with locked bags passing through security.Customer Review: The only travel lock to buy
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought two packages of these locks before I went on vacation last month. And had no problems. These are the only locks I will buy from now on. The quality and price make these locks #1.