#359

[@themadhatter4761]

When I first started picking there were a handful of pickers getting the message out that Masterlock was a poor quality product. Now they’re hundreds of pickers getting the message to thousands of subscribers. Masterlocks will inevitable pay the price for their contempt of its customers, and their demise will be irreversible. 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@AlbertLebel]

Well put my friend. I constantly tell people to do a quick YT search for the lock they want BEFORE they buy it. I can only hope my/our videos help the general public make a better choice. The simple fact that ML doesn't seem to take any of this as constructive criticism is mind blowing.

[@Westhelockpicker]

One thing I'll give to masterlock, they must of had excellent marketing at some point because the people who know nothing about locks still think there the best! Older guys at my hunting camp were talking about the lock on the gate and I heard one say well it was a masterlock I just walked away because it would of fell on deaf ears even if I showed them

[@AlbertLebel]

Yes, I deal with the same thing all the time. I give them credit for staying in business 100 yrs but they sure do scam the general public by selling such junk.

[@Westhelockpicker]

@@AlbertLebel yes they do but look at kwikset. Probably 80% of homes in the US use em for door locks and you mise well use a piece of gum. I've been getting the Lishi's and you should see that. Someone who never even looked at a lock could watch a video and get in with one of those

[@AlbertLebel]

@@Westhelockpicker You are spot on. Their on almost every home. Most can raked faster than fumbling for the key

[@Westhelockpicker]

@@AlbertLebel I know I got an alcoholic uncle and a cousin calling me all the time they let their keys on top of the bar so I go down and rake it open and one-time he said why do locksmiths charge so much if that's all it takes so I locked it back up handed him the rake and tension wrench and said knock yourself out. After about a minute he handed them back to me I said your paying for their knowledge, tools, license and insurance incase worthless bums try and sue them

[@SamiNami]

So what do you suggets people use for securing stuff to their bike/motorbike/car?

[@Jellyf0x]

Thank you, I was just about to buy one for securing a trail cam. It would have been nice to be able to adjust it for different sized trees. I'm having serious doubts now.

[@AlbertLebel]

Happy to help. Those trail cams get stolen often. It’s awful people will stoop so low. Maybe try some steel strapping. Since they can be opened while strapped down you can use something more permanent. I hope you get it worked out. Have a wonderful weekend

[@artatthespeedoflight4380]

The zip ties are higher security than the lock! 😂

[@AlbertLebel]

Ya Master lock still has people thinking their locks are great because of that old ad on which they shoot a hole right through one and it stays locked. What isn’t shown is pretty much every other lock on the market will survive the same thing. All they’re good at is marketing. 🫤

[@peterchancellor6728]

I remember opening up my first 9 rated Masterlock. I made a comment at the time that it took longer to unpack it than it did to pick it. Seems like nothing has changed.

[@jackfoxlock]

As Popeye said “Yas pays your nickel, ya takes ya chances.” It is just the luck of the draw as to what kind of bitting your key has on any lock. Thanks for showing us. 🦊👍

[@AlbertLebel]

I hear ya, but lets be honest, wicked bitting would not help this thing. They have more invested in the packaging than the lock

[@lilstarbuxxx5090]

I use this to hook my small safe to the bed frame in my dorm and never had a problem.

[@AlbertLebel]

Hey whatever works. Just don't put too much faith in it 😉

[@Oleg-oe1rc]

Any better alternatives for an adjustable length lock like this? As much as I'd like to have a usual chuckle at Master Locks expense, I don't know of a single better alternative when this type of adjustable length lock is needed. Need something for my skis, got a Ski Key for resorts that have Ski Key racks but want a deterrent for the resorts that don't have the locking racks. Without being able to pull out all the slack in the cable around the bindings other basic cable locks are pointless. All the other options have a cable just a millimeter or two thick and a plastic housing, super easy to snap off just by using the skis as leverage. Not really worried about it getting picked, many much easier targets at a resort, but I'd at least like something that can't be easily bypassed like these and won't just snap off with a good yank.

[@justinjuarez1852]

If its junk do a video cutting it i bought 2 and I'm upset they're crap after watching but not curious enough to see if I can cut it myself

[@roy5603]

Thanks for the video Al! Never disappointed with a Master Lock. You know you're getting trash every time. 🤣

[@AlbertLebel]

Good point Roy. We do know better. I just like to help educate the general public and hope they make better choices.

[@BD90..]

It is actually used a Indies whip.

[@AlbertLebel]

That would be better

[@gypsyfreedom9836]

You people commenting about how this video is somehow going to affect Master locks customer base are just foolish. 99.9% of people that buy Master locks or buy any locks at the hardware store never watch these videos they never think twice about it so the few thousands or even a hundred thousand people that watch these videos won't even put a dent in the sales of Master Lock

[@AlbertLebel]

I tend to agree with that. I always tell people to do a YT search before buying locks or many other things for that matter but I know it mostly falls on deaf ears. We can only do our part and try educate folks. Plus, I enjoy tinkering and picking them when I can so for me it's a win either way.

[@archie34734]

I bought one of these knowing they could easily be defeated with bolt cutters. Now I know the locks are basically useless. Still no worries I only bought the thing because its adjustable and I use it as a visual deterrent. Just like steering wheel locks which are equally useless.

[@kevinbacon5142]

When a machine does your “bitting”. Haha

[@AlbertLebel]

Ya this was so sad. I was trying not to use foul language the entire time. I didn't expect much but this was just ridiculous

[@nomad5176]

Thanks a lot for saving my wallet from the crap purchase.

[@AlbertLebel]

Cable locks are bad. Avoid them when possible

[@dazevers]

Yep that one hits a new low from Master lock. I think you could have opened that with just a tensioner. It would be interesting to see if you could just pull the cable out of the Python’s head (when it’s locked) maybe with a little WD40. Anyway Albert great video as always mate. Have a great week.

[@AlbertLebel]

Yes, it reminds me of that Reese lock I opened with just about everything, including a nail file

[@brianfield58]

Complete P.O.S even for master lock. Guess I need to check out my Lowe's, I want a anniversary master lock too. Take care and have a great week.

[@AlbertLebel]

P.O.S. is right Brian. It took everything I had to keep from using foul language. But yes, although the anniversary lock is also junk I wanted one for my collection. They got me

[@bearsback5099]

Great review bro

[@lowellforbes3208]

Might be able to pick that with just a tension wrench lol😂😂😂

[@AlbertLebel]

Yes, reminds me of that REESE hitch lock I featured on video #331. Opened with anything

[@karitunes1]

If this is such a piece of junk at 2:40 into video? Wtf did you even buy it? You seem to already know it's junk before opening and testing.

[@AlbertLebel]

My hopes are simply to help people make a good choice when buying a lock. Thanks for watching 👍

[@DonzLockz]

Sorry about your $20 loss my friend. That lock should not even be sold at all its that bad! 🤔

[@AlbertLebel]

You are right. They hit a new low with this one

[@gantry289]

Too bad, Like you stated a good idea but failed application. There is NO REASON to have such a bad bitting! Thanks for calling this looser out.

[@AlbertLebel]

Thanks Gantry, My pleasure. I can only hope it helps people make a better choice

[@gastonallain7653]

like all lock they keep honest thefts away, and that all that matter, a real theft will bring heavy duty bolt cutters but might take a few minutes , all in all beside your negative comments im getting one as it will keep the honest theft away from my property , only look ive found that cant be picked is he magnetic locks but im sure there's a way to get past that since these thefts are not having trouble stealing hundred thousand dollar car

[@matthewwiechert103]

Because most people have these tools 🤷

[@moniquecampbell4566]

Very helpful thank you 😊

[@AlbertLebel]

Thanks for checking it out. Master Lock uses awful lock cylinders. And cables are very easy to cut. Check out my video number 522 for more on that.

[@danareed1656]

lol well it looks and sounds cool!

[@AlbertLebel]

That's what I thought, what a great idea

[@loufaiella3354]

junk is correct! Could have been much better with a notched end like most others.

[@AlbertLebel]

Ya, that end piece is offset so it gets stuck. Nothing on it was made well.

[@bradw0535]

Nice work Big Al! That thing was pathetic! Like you said, good concept, poorly executed. The packaging was more secure! 😂 take care buddy 👍🏻

[@AlbertLebel]

I have seen bad, but this was beyond that. It's like a dollar store lock

[@danielc.6659]

Tutorials for criminals! Why didn't Obama think of that?

[@AlbertLebel]

Personally I think it's criminal to sell some these products.

[@-DJ234]

Seems like a very overpriced zip tie to me. Maybe it should have been named the Monty Python. Lol. Take care my friend. Go U.S.

[@AlbertLebel]

Oh my goodness, ya. Or the worm

[@lockolot6704]

Worst bitting I’ve ever seen!

[@AlbertLebel]

Ya, I was shocked. Like why bother

[@lockolot6704]

@@AlbertLebel 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@EdocDab]

Another horrible attempt with a layer of marketing to cover it up 🙄

[@AlbertLebel]

Yes, the packaging was over the top. Lot's of time and money spent on that. Anything will sell if it's marketed the right way. Even a pet rock