Hello All--First post and question about S&W key size

Trumpanista · May 20, 2020, 11:47 PM

And my second S&W revolver purchase.
I don't really mind the Hillary hole so much. It's a brand new 586 L-Comp, and I'm very pleased with it.
I would like to know what size the torx security key is that fits this lock so I can buy a hex bit to put in this thing, it will be my new truck key fob, more useful and harder to lose than the tiny S&W key

Bill DeShivs · May 21, 2020, 01:08 AM

Hi!

Trumpanista · May 21, 2020, 12:03 PM

What happened to the other posts? At least two were trying to help, only one was answering a question with a question?

cslinger · May 21, 2020, 12:39 PM

Would love to see pics and hear your experiences with this gun.

I cannot answer you as far as switching to a hex bit but if you are inclined there used to be somebody selling a plug should you want to remove the lock.

I do have two lock having Smiths and have had no problems beyond aesthetics.

Congrats and enjoy the new blaster in good health.

**Mal H** · May 21, 2020, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Trumpanista

What happened to the other posts?

What other posts? I checked the edit log for this thread and nothing has been done to it other than editing your title to make it more informative.

Could be wrong, but I don't think the S&W key is a true Torx bit.

MC 1911 · May 21, 2020, 05:19 PM

Torx bit probably won't work as Mal H stated. The key is open on the end & fits over a little post in the lock if memory serves.

**Mal H** · May 21, 2020, 11:54 PM

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The key is open on the end & fits over a little post in the lock if memory serves.

Ah! If that's the case then the key is probably a Tamper resistant Torx bit. I don't have a S&W key to look at.

If you're sure the key is splined and not a flat faced hex key, then you could buy a set like this one and you will be assured of getting the right one, and it should fit in the EverRatchet clip.

URIT · May 22, 2020, 06:49 AM

I bought an S&W "Hilly-hole" key from an online source for my Governor. IIRC, it cost $14. I'd be concerned about a warranty issue using something other than the S&W key.

CajunBass · May 22, 2020, 06:59 AM

If you don't have one, a call or email to S&W and they'll send you one for free. Then just put it on your key ring.

cslinger · May 22, 2020, 09:29 AM

I keep one on each of my key rings and I just double checked. The key isn’t a true hex but hollow in the center like was suggested. I am sure there is either something out there or something that can be fashioned but the easiest course of action would be to get a couple of keys from Smith like was suggested.

Drm50 · May 22, 2020, 03:26 PM

I don’t own a S&W with lock but I carry a key. It has worked on everyone I’ve had pass through on trades. Originally from 629. The key I have is actually a tiny socket. It goes over a stud not into it. I have a cheap miniature screw driver set that has miniature nut drivers and one of these fits S&W lock. Whole set was $4.99. Lowe’s had similar set for same money.

Sgt127 · May 23, 2020, 02:51 PM

https://www.amazon.com/Smith-Wesson-.../dp/B002HSCX94

https://www.ebay.com/p/2254534851

$13 on Amazon, $9. On Ebay. Free from S&W as I recall.

sparkyv · May 24, 2020, 09:48 PM

This is correct. The key is like a tiny socket, but it's five-sided, not six. S&W will send you one, but PM me if they won't.Trumpanista, and I'll send you one of mine...never use 'em.

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Originally Posted by Drm50

The key I have is actually a tiny socket. It goes over a stud not into it. I have a cheap miniature screw driver set that has miniature nut drivers and one of these fits S&W lock.

**Mal H** · May 25, 2020, 02:41 PM

Folks - even though it appears "Trumpanista" isn't going to return to post any answers or additional questions in this thread, he isn't trying to find a S&W key, he already has one. He wants to find a similar bit that will fit in the EverRatchet Clip. So telling him how to find one isn't answering his original question.

The new news from sparkyv that the key is 5-sided takes it out of the Torx key (either regular or security) range altogether.

shoebox1.1 · May 25, 2020, 04:25 PM

I like the idea of 86’n the lock and having NO key! Lol

May 20, 2020, 11:47 PM	#1
Trumpanista Junior Member Join Date: May 20, 2020 Posts: 8	Hello All--First post and question about S&W key size And my second S&W revolver purchase. I don't really mind the Hillary hole so much. It's a brand new 586 L-Comp, and I'm very pleased with it. I would like to know what size the torx security key is that fits this lock so I can buy a hex bit to put in this thing, it will be my new truck key fob, more useful and harder to lose than the tiny S&W key

May 21, 2020, 01:08 AM	#2
Bill DeShivs Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2006 Posts: 11,107	Hi! __________________ Bill DeShivs, Master Cutler www.billdeshivs.com

May 21, 2020, 12:39 PM	#4
cslinger Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2002 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 2,049	Would love to see pics and hear your experiences with this gun. I cannot answer you as far as switching to a hex bit but if you are inclined there used to be somebody selling a plug should you want to remove the lock. I do have two lock having Smiths and have had no problems beyond aesthetics. Congrats and enjoy the new blaster in good health. __________________ "Is there anyway I can write my local gun store off on my taxes as dependents?"

May 22, 2020, 06:59 AM	#9
CajunBass Senior Member Join Date: May 6, 2005 Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia Posts: 4,789	If you don't have one, a call or email to S&W and they'll send you one for free. Then just put it on your key ring. __________________ For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 (NKJV)

May 22, 2020, 09:29 AM	#10
cslinger Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2002 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 2,049	I keep one on each of my key rings and I just double checked. The key isn’t a true hex but hollow in the center like was suggested. I am sure there is either something out there or something that can be fashioned but the easiest course of action would be to get a couple of keys from Smith like was suggested. __________________ "Is there anyway I can write my local gun store off on my taxes as dependents?"

May 21, 2020, 12:03 PM	#3
Trumpanista Junior Member Join Date: May 20, 2020 Posts: 8	What happened to the other posts? At least two were trying to help, only one was answering a question with a question?

May 21, 2020, 05:19 PM	#6
MC 1911 Senior Member Join Date: February 19, 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 419	Torx bit probably won't work as Mal H stated. The key is open on the end & fits over a little post in the lock if memory serves.

May 22, 2020, 06:49 AM	#8
URIT Member Join Date: February 7, 2020 Location: Coastal North Carolina Posts: 52	I bought an S&W "Hilly-hole" key from an online source for my Governor. IIRC, it cost $14. I'd be concerned about a warranty issue using something other than the S&W key.

May 22, 2020, 03:26 PM	#11
Drm50 Senior Member Join Date: November 10, 2014 Posts: 1,499	I don’t own a S&W with lock but I carry a key. It has worked on everyone I’ve had pass through on trades. Originally from 629. The key I have is actually a tiny socket. It goes over a stud not into it. I have a cheap miniature screw driver set that has miniature nut drivers and one of these fits S&W lock. Whole set was $4.99. Lowe’s had similar set for same money.

May 23, 2020, 02:51 PM	#12
Sgt127 Senior Member Join Date: May 14, 2002 Posts: 1,068	https://www.amazon.com/Smith-Wesson-.../dp/B002HSCX94 https://www.ebay.com/p/2254534851 $13 on Amazon, $9. On Ebay. Free from S&W as I recall.

May 25, 2020, 02:41 PM	#14
Mal H Staff Join Date: March 20, 1999 Location: Somewhere in the woods of Northern Virginia Posts: 17,067	Folks - even though it appears "Trumpanista" isn't going to return to post any answers or additional questions in this thread, he isn't trying to find a S&W key, he already has one. He wants to find a similar bit that will fit in the EverRatchet Clip. So telling him how to find one isn't answering his original question. The new news from sparkyv that the key is 5-sided takes it out of the Torx key (either regular or security) range altogether.

May 25, 2020, 04:25 PM	#15
shoebox1.1 Senior Member Join Date: December 25, 2006 Location: mckinney tx Posts: 122	I like the idea of 86’n the lock and having NO key! Lol