Master Lock 1534D Locker Lock Set Your Own Word Combination Padlock, 1 Pack, Assorted colors

So a Comedy of Errors caused me to have to order this random lock and if you need something just like this, it came exactly as appeared. I ordered the green and when I ordered it I was concerned that I was not going to be able to create the exact combinations of words and numbers that I needed because it was a replacement of another lock, but lockily (wink) this item comes with several interchangeable green dials with combinations of words and numbers and you set the lock by picking out exactly what combination of letters and numbers that you would like to have as the passcode and then you follow the instructions to set the lock! It worked as expected and it's very easy to operate and it's also quite easy to change the combination if you want it to be something different but you want to be able to use the same lock. That's kind of the beauty of this particular choice. It's not like you're going to lose the key, you know what I mean? As long as you have the code you can get into it and if for whatever reason you need to change access to something that you want to keep the same lock, all you have to do is very easily change the code. It'll be handy to have for use with a gate or for a seasonal Locker. It feels really safe and secure and it doesn't feel like you could cut through it very easily and the shackle fit well into the hinge lock that I used it for. It's also extremely visible because of the colors on the Tumblers and it's kind of nice that you could select different colors for different applications on the same site. It makes it easy to discern and leave instructions because you can reference the color. It seemed very sturdy and it definitely looks as it appears in the advertisement. Good value.

This lock is perfect for kids learning to read. You can create any word up to 5 letters and if you have a 3d printer you can print your own ring dials. (Thingiverse dot com search-> "Master Lock Word Dial")I personally use this when we go to the gym or when we go for a bike ride and just need to lock for an hour or so. I would not put this lock on something completely out of sight and unattended for long periods of time. If someone takes a hammer to the letters then they can open the lock without knowing the combination.

I would like to share my ridiculous experience with two locks I purchased from this vendor. The description suggests that the lock is designed for gym and school use, however, in my case, it caused me more trouble than help.This lock attracted me with its sturdy appearance, it's 5-digit combination including alphabet. Somehow I also got an illusion from its simple design that the lock must function very well. I purchased two of them.However, only after assembling the locks did I realize how difficult it is to operate the locks. For both locks, you need at least 3 to 5 pushes/pulls/twists of the shackle in slightly different angles in order to lock or unlock them, sometimes even more. I was hoping that maybe after using them for a while I could get familiar with their personalities and learn the tricks to operate them.So I carried both locks to the gym, but I wouldn't think the new ones could provide better security than my old 3-digit lock, because every time I had to spend at least 3 seconds to lock or unlock, with both hands on the shackle. This means I have to expose the 5 digits completely to anyone besides me, and I am sure the big digits are very recognizable from a few feet away.With both locks at hand I always did quick tests before using them, to see which one could be locked faster. The truth is, sometimes it would take 10 ridiculous seconds to lock or unlock, a situation I definitely want to avoid in the gym.Luckily no one seemed to be interested in my belongings in the locker since the unfortunate accident yet. But I doubt, had anyone wanted to open my locker, it couldn't be easier.However, what is worse just happened today: one of the lock stopped functional completely: first it would not lock, then after some hard tries it locked but refuse to be unlocked anymore. Because of the strategy mentioned above, I didn't end up in a situation to be locked out of the locker. I am wondering if that happened, how could I half-nakedly beg the gym staff to break the locker for me, and who would pay to repair the broken locker?This is my experience of using 2 locks of this brand. Hope it could be a good reference for you to pick your purchase.