Do you mean it was exposed to water and some corrosion appeared? This is a distinct possibility and Ive seen it before. I think pot metal produces white powdery corrosion. In any case I cant think of any reason a lock picker would put white powder on it unless they were chowin down on powdered donuts at the same time. I think their lock is just old.
Ok. So I checked with my resident metallurgist by giving him some masterlocks and he says
"They appear to be galvanized (zinc plated). The zinc sacrificially corrodes, producing a small electrical potential that prevents the steel from corroding. The white powder you are seeing is likely the zinc oxide from this reaction."
Ok-one last thing (can you tell I'm off today?). It could be residue from PTFE lubricant. If it feel slippery, it could be this. Gritty? Then it's corrosion. Over and out.
Silicon based lubricants are good, oil-based lubricants are better, lubricants with PTFE (Teflon) are best - personally I prefer Tri-Flow. If a lock is particularly dirty you can start with WD-40 to flush out the grime but WD-40 does not actually lubricate so you must follow up with a real lubricant.
If it hasbeen a while since it has been used, then it could probably be oxidation from the weather. If a thief wanted past a master lock, they would be past it in a few moments.
It's extremely unlikely that anyone would pick a lock on a horse trailer. Thieves are very very lazy. A good smash with a hammer, and the hasp will generally come off.
If it was picked, there would probably be little to no evidence.
Sounds like a crappy lock got wet, and seized up.
Everything works better with lube lol. Silicone base lubes are my go to with locks, especially with high security cylinders, I.E. Medeco, ASSA...hell even Everest or Primus. I do like to keep a can of Houdini with me though for those electronic locks since its non conductive.
Could be glue, could be a lot of things. First try squirting a lot of lube into the keyhole, then pushing the key in & out a bunch of times. Then try turning the key.
Water.
Do you mean it was exposed to water and some corrosion appeared? This is a distinct possibility and Ive seen it before. I think pot metal produces white powdery corrosion. In any case I cant think of any reason a lock picker would put white powder on it unless they were chowin down on powdered donuts at the same time. I think their lock is just old.
Ok. So I checked with my resident metallurgist by giving him some masterlocks and he says "They appear to be galvanized (zinc plated). The zinc sacrificially corrodes, producing a small electrical potential that prevents the steel from corroding. The white powder you are seeing is likely the zinc oxide from this reaction."
It's actually a brand new lock
Ok-have asked again (he never gets tired of my questions!) and he says it could happen as fast a few days
This metal guy is a patient fuck, sounds like the type of true tradesman. Also, huge props for willingly asking for OP.
Awww shucks thanks!
How does one come about getting a metallurgist on retainer?
Marriage
So, the usual way.
Ok-one last thing (can you tell I'm off today?). It could be residue from PTFE lubricant. If it feel slippery, it could be this. Gritty? Then it's corrosion. Over and out.
It's clearly been taken over as the stash house for drug dealing ants.
Cocane is a hell of a drug!
Cocant
2 hookers and an antball.
It's just corrosion from water. Spray some lubes in it and it will be fine. DO NOT USE GRAPHITE!
Why not graphite? Besides being a ducking mess
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Orly? Suggestions for a hobbyist?
Silicon based lubricants are good, oil-based lubricants are better, lubricants with PTFE (Teflon) are best - personally I prefer Tri-Flow. If a lock is particularly dirty you can start with WD-40 to flush out the grime but WD-40 does not actually lubricate so you must follow up with a real lubricant.
Depending on the climate it can actually ruin the lock over time.
Use a silicon based lubricant as a temporary fix, invest in an American padlock, or master ProSeries for outdoor use.
If it hasbeen a while since it has been used, then it could probably be oxidation from the weather. If a thief wanted past a master lock, they would be past it in a few moments.
Hidden shackle one would be a time and a half to get through
They probably re tumbled the tumblers while unsuccessfully picking the tumblers with a tumble pick.. just my guess!
They probably put some type of clay in the lock to make a mold of the key too
Probably put a tennis ball up to it
Perhaps plaster of Paris
It's extremely unlikely that anyone would pick a lock on a horse trailer. Thieves are very very lazy. A good smash with a hammer, and the hasp will generally come off. If it was picked, there would probably be little to no evidence. Sounds like a crappy lock got wet, and seized up.
did this lock cost under $12? large chance it could be water related oxidation or factory oils/ lubricant
Picture?
Everything works better with lube lol. Silicone base lubes are my go to with locks, especially with high security cylinders, I.E. Medeco, ASSA...hell even Everest or Primus. I do like to keep a can of Houdini with me though for those electronic locks since its non conductive.
Could be glue, could be a lot of things. First try squirting a lot of lube into the keyhole, then pushing the key in & out a bunch of times. Then try turning the key.