before you buy Schlage locks for your home, watch this!

[@kevinkoepke8311]

Excellent job on this video. Great presentation.

[@petewoodfine2100]

Hi Jason. Happy New year. Thanks for taking the time to do this video. So basically you get what you pay for. Such differences, I knew. There would be , but not just how much different they are.

[@donaldcallahan5913]

Nice job - thanks for posting this!

[@skygh]

Good job on this review only the builders quality deadbolt can be rekeyed using a hollow follower because the tailpiece isn't removable. I am a smith and I do it regularly

[@johnteague136]

I know it’s an older video.. but still lots of helpful information.. good job Jason!!!!🇺🇸😁😎

[@bird718]

that was interesting. i never bothered changing the wall hardware and screws, i only replaced the handles. next time i will change everything in the box.

[@bradw0535]

Very informative, and the old adage rings true, you get what you pay for! It seems most folks don't change out their door hardware and locksets/leversets very often, so why not spend a little extra for a quality product you will have years of hassle free service from? Excellent video sir!

[@KingStreetRob]

Thanks Jason.Hope you and the family had a good New Year. Can't even think of anything to make fun of in this video. Very professional.

[@DerrekWayne]

Thank you for the info. I would like to service my Schlage A series in my 1942 home in the san francisco bay area. Are there any videos/books on this? Thank you! 😊

[@lmars5933]

Great information Jason .can't tell how many times I have lock my self out by accident LOL thank God for the hidden key ...😎

[@actionjksn]

Even those builders grade Schlage Locks are vastly superior to ANY residential grade Kwikset locks. They're not even close.

[@ByebyeBiden]

I have a j type Schlegel and the throw was not as long a the quickset . I played with the cam inside and got the extra 1/16 th so it shuts fine the problem is the knob dosnt turn smoothly and the bevel bolt gets stuck every time

[@LockPickingPatrolman]

Very cool video!

[@8825able1]

Thanks for your time and post! I always believed that a lock was just a lock, go with the cheaper. Thanks for the education.

[@joezuccardo3245]

I prefer schlage A series locks, they are good medium duty locks with brass cylinders and steel and brass parts, these cost just over100 dollars but I've had one on my door for over 20 years and it still works fine. there is a D series heavy duty for about 300 dollars, Most home duty locks are made of cheap metal and die cast cylinders and some have plastic parts. Consider the cost of your house and lock you want to protect it with.

[@selock]

Joe Zuccardo yep Schlage A are the best :) we have many other videos on Schlage including the D series and many other brands

[@JC-11111]

You guys are in Jackson? Sweet! I'm not far from there. One state over in Shreveport, LA. What's up, neighbor! 😄

[@andytane4406]

I believe they're including the latch style (with the lip) with deadbolts to protect the wood trim from being smashed when the door is accidentally closed while the deadbolt is extended.

[@frankbiz]

Thanks for a great video. 👍🏻 If the builder used the builder quality lock, I would find another builder. Where else did he cut corners. So many hack builders out there. I have seen 500k houses with two floors and have only one AC unit for the whole house. Greedy people out there.

[@PersonaN007Grata]

I really enjoy your videos. I’ve even come across your comments on Reddit. Is there any way you can improve the audio quality of your videos? Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@DonzLockz]

Yeah, our builders quality locks are rubbish too. So many ppl still unfortunately buy based on price. :/

[@RocksNRuts4]

hi can you recommend a high sec 2 cyl deadbolt for my home with non directional keys...like a dimple key etc...

[@Brian-df2ym]

At 14:42 you say that the builders grade deadbolt is non-changeable, does that mean the keyway cannot be removed to rekey the lock?

[@selock]

No, it can be rekeyed but you can’t remove the cylinder with housing to put in a different keyway or replacement cylinder :)

[@Chirael]

12:40 the 60 series *used to* come with that removable shroud 😭 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nofTlXyAmtloaNk

[@pjdambra]

Those builders “quality” locks are generic.. Just the Name is Schlage.. Made by the same company that makes Defiant. In fact, the Defiant are better because the have the new stronger tailpiece. Just a SC1 key way instead of the KW1. Probably cost twice as much too.. Defiant sells at $10 at HD. What’s the price of those Jay? Happy New Year !!

[@selock]

pjdambra yep, same thing as the old defiant, I actually did a “props to defiant” video on that change a while back. Single DB are shown on Google for about $17 and that only has about a 15-20% markup. So yeah basically just old defiant with SC key :) Happy NY!

[@TroySentAMessage]

Great video, would love to see you do one on commercial grade schlage comparison, A series and D series? Maybe A and D series knock offs that are good to great value?

[@selock]

Great idea!

[@COH2000]

I heard you comment that the old style door knob holes were 1 1/2" diameter? What is the diameter of new door holes? And can you tell me what you mean by an off center door knob hole?

[@selock]

2 1/8 is standard nowadays Could you tell me the time stamp of what you are talking about when I said off center?

[@COH2000]

@@selock Reference to off center is at 14:05. This may be a reference to deatbolt which I won't have anyway. My door is 1.25" thick (kitchen to garage door) The existing striker plate is 2" in height. I'm hoping to use the existing plate. Is this knob going to work here without modifications? I want to get it re-keyed to match the existing (non schlage) locks too. Is this lock what is called an 'F' series? Schlage F51A Andover 626 Entry Door Lock

[@selock]

@@COH2000 ahh ok yeah that’s if the hole is small or slightly off center the ring will cause problems. Dealing with knobs, especially the f you are ok even if the hole is off. The Andover (yes) F series will fit fine even on slightly misaligned holes.

[@z1522]

At 10:00, this feature actually safeguards against accidentally locking yourself out, should you turn the inside knob with the lock actuator rotated. On some brands, you can open it like normal without realizing the outer knob is locked, and pulling the door closed behind you is then a huge mistake. My ninety year old aunt did this, in her bathrobe, in northern Minnesota, in -15 dead of winter, a quarter mile from the nearest neighbor. I never heard the details of how she made it back in, but others in the same situation might not be as resourceful as she. Knob locks are clearly inferior to deadbolts, as a heavy rock will snap off either knob.

[@thesavo]

I am replacing a 50 year old Weiser locking knob with a Schlage Locking knob. The face plate screws are a different spacing. How would you fix that. thanks

[@selock]

easiest way would be to fill the old holes with a bit of glue on some wood matchsticks

[@thesavo]

@@selock ok. Thanks. I thought it might be that easy.

[@jasonthomas4801]

idk if it makes any difference but a little bit of a better way is to drill the holes bigger and fill with the same size dowel rods. ie 1/4 inch drill bit and 1/4 inch dowel rod. makes a perfect fit with no play

[@mededco2013]

Just a question why would you want to use a door handle strike plate for a deadbolt strike plate?

[@selock]

Dave medeco many brands of deadbolts strike plate look like knob strike plates now. They just do not have the bent in part that the latch rides on. I don’t know why mfg’s started making the switch but it has been going on for 8-10 years now with some.

[@bms9144]

One positive is it protects the wood trim or door frame from dings or paint damage if the door gets pulled shut (unsuccessfully) with the bolt extended. More useful on electronic locks with auto locking enabled.

[@johnsavage8873]

Hey guy it's called the tail stock or piece! All lock companies make different quality of locks!

[@selock]

Hey guy not sure which part of the video you are talking about but you can call it whatever you want. And you know what, I think you might be right about all lock companies making different quality of locks 🙄🙄🙄

[@selock]

Hey guy not sure which part of the video you are talking about but you can call it whatever you want. And you know what, I think you might be right about all lock companies making different quality of locks 🙄🙄🙄

[@zlocksca]

Did you look to see if there was any difference between the two KiK cylinders

[@situbes.972]

Where do you buy the locks in boxes like that?

[@selock]

Locksmith distributors sell them in boxes

[@situbes.972]

@@selock can a regular consumer get those or are they only sold to locksmiths?

[@robertevans1343]

👍🏾

[@chrisfitch6301]

I built a door that is 4.25" thick. What knob will work for this door?

[@selock]

Chrstohper Fitch none of these :) you likely will need to check with Emtek or Baldwin to see what max thickness they offer in keyed knobs. Passage style (non keyed) wouldn’t be a big problem as you could use a spindle style knobset out of Baldwin’s Estate tubular line but if you need keyed your choices are more limited. If exterior door you should really look into fitting a Baldwin mortise lock with longer cylinders for the thicker door

[@chrisfitch6301]

@@selock Thank you. I do not need this to be keyed. In this case is there a regular handle available somewhere?

[@buz375]

I use only grade 1 or grade 2 locks the rest are junk to me this is my opinion. You get what you pay for oh I don’t use kwickset.

[@JC-11111]

Why is there no way to remove the cylinder on the builder quality rim cylinder? Can't you just pop the clip off and use a hollow follower to push the core out like you were going to rekey it? Or is it held in by the big round chrome piece that's crimped on the tailpiece?

[@josephneece17]

I like you a lot, but some misinformation exist. For the non locksmith this will not be noticed. Much love.

[@GottSegneDich]

Do NOT install more than a keyed and keyless deadbolt on a door. If you want more security against a brute force entry, use a door guardian!

[@JC-11111]

Yea, but once they break the window next to/in the door, now they can't reach in and manipulate the lock after removing the door guardian. 🤷🏻‍♂️ A double cylinder with no key in it keeps that door from opening no matter if they remove the door guardian or not. And I thought those were to keep kids inside, anyway? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@bms9144]

I used a double sided keyed deadbolt when I lived in an apartment. The idea being that if someone got in through a window (I was on the second floor), they would still have trouble getting stuff out the only door. When I was home I always left the key in the inside lock. If fire is a concern I question the idea that a door guardian is somehow safer. It still is going to delay exit. I worry less about fire than burglary or home invasion. Individual appetites for risk - no single solution works best for everyone.

[@GottSegneDich]

@@bms9144 I don’t know where you’re from but double cylinders are illegal in most, if not all, rental properties.

[@bms9144]

@@GottSegneDich I put it on in the context of my own residence, not on behalf of the property owner. I removed it and reinstalled the original $9.99 thumbturn deadbolt when I moved out, however. I did leave the nice 12" double strikeplate with the 4" screws for the next resident. The property was in the process of remodeling all the units, and part of that was finally replacing the 20+ year old deadbolts and knobs with somewhat better new deadolts and levers. What one can do as a professional locksmith vs what one can do as a homeowner/renter. But I can understand your reluctance to install that kind of configuration for someone else. A big part of having that setup is always having a key in the inside cylinder when someone is home. I know Abloy, Mul-t-lock, and others sell deadbolts with locking thumbturns - best of both worlds but expensive.

[@homeguestunton7053]

THEY DON'T MAKE SCHLAGE F SERIES ANY MORE FOR GOOD

[@selock]

homeguest unton yes they do

[@homeguestunton7053]

@@selock okay but there junk you could get the latch to get stuck very easily that is one problem with schlage f series door handles and door knobs

[@COH2000]

@@selock is the Schlage F51A Andover 626 Andover Entry Door Lock an 'F' series door knob/lock?

[@selock]

@@COH2000 yes