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fred krause · February 16, 2011, 09:18 PM

True story- A friend who used to shoot has a safe. Called me and said I can have whatever is in his safe if I can get it opened. He knows there are at least 2 shotguns in it. The safe company has been sold, the new company doesn't make replacement keys for that model anymore. A locksmith said they can drill it out... for a minimum of $350. They told me they look up the "drill points" and go at it. Here's the question- Where do you suggest I look to find the "drill points"? And, if I miss them when I drill, is it forever locked? And, what kind of drill bit would you suggest?
I really appreciate any help you can offer.
-Kirk

February 16, 2011, 09:18 PM	#1
fred krause Junior Member Join Date: January 30, 2011 Posts: 5	Gun safe- lost key-pls help True story- A friend who used to shoot has a safe. Called me and said I can have whatever is in his safe if I can get it opened. He knows there are at least 2 shotguns in it. The safe company has been sold, the new company doesn't make replacement keys for that model anymore. A locksmith said they can drill it out... for a minimum of $350. They told me they look up the "drill points" and go at it. Here's the question- Where do you suggest I look to find the "drill points"? And, if I miss them when I drill, is it forever locked? And, what kind of drill bit would you suggest? I really appreciate any help you can offer. -Kirk