Intro To Storefront Locks

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Introduction To Storefront Locks

The subject of this locksmith video lesson is how to work on storefront locks.   Storefront locks are everywhere and they are great source of work for the average locksmith. Being able to work on storefront locks is essential for any locksmith as they are profitable work.  If you have had no experience in re-keying locks, you may find it helpful to purchase video 3, Re-keying Locks, along with this video.


This video runs 52 minutes and is divided into five parts:

  • Part 1 – Tools needed and basic storefront hardware
  • Part 2 – Example 1 — The basic storefront with mortise cylinders
  • Part 3 – Example 2 — A storefront with slightly different hardware
  • Part 4 – Example 3 — A storefront with a rim cylinder and a pushbar
  • Part 5 – Suggested Practice

Every locksmith will have calls for storefront locks!

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