New "Old" Bike Lock

[udallcustombikes]

I don't like having to carry a modern lock on my old bikes because I feel like it detracts from the bike. I also don't like leaving my bike unsecured. I have been trying to find an antique padlock to use but they all cost more than I am willing to pay. Last week I found a site selling working reproduction locks at an awesome price. They have locks in 3", 4", 5", 6", and 11", all of the same design. When I went to order they were out of the 3",4", and 5" locks so I ordered the 6" ($16+ $10 shipping). It arrived today and I wanted to share my new security measure in case some of my fellow members have the same thoughts.

Here is the lock.

Locking the back wheel to the seat stay.

Locking the sprocket to the chain

Stowed on the rack

I need to age the brass and I want to stamp it with some old railroad markings to add to it's look a bit. Might try to find an old chain so I can lock it to something.

You can check out the site I got the lock from here.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/anrepafr3eat.html

 

[MazdaFlyer]

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Nice, old locks are hard to find with keys . And they cost an arm and leg.

 

[beatcad]

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now that is cool(and affordable)

 

[Henry morgan]

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now that is cool(and affordable)

yes what he said...

 

[Henry morgan]

Re: New Bike Lock

now that is cool(and affordable)

yes what he said...

 

[Rat Rod]

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[menzorro]

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This just reminded me...the other afternoon I saw an old rusty wrecker from the 40's-50's that had these facial features painted on it . It made me and my wife laugh out loud.
No doubt a fellow rat rodder (automotive division).

 

[Fahrrad]

giving this a bump and marking.

 

[TheFlyingDingo]

That's pretty sweet. My girlfriend's dad has a pile of those style locks sitting around. I should see If I can get one off of him.