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25.01.2022 Recently we shared with you the weird and wonderful items found inside the safes we've opened over the years. This week, we present to you the awesome safes we have encountered which often, have been worth more than the goodies uncovered inside of them!

25.01.2022 This is a Lord floor safe. The owner developed dementia (sadly) and couldn’t remember the combination. He was placed in a care facility and his family were trying to track down some valuables. Kevin opened it without drilling but unfortunately, they didn’t find what they were looking for.

24.01.2022 What happens when you lose the combination to your safe? Or you might even discover a floor safe set in concrete under the floor (when you shift house) and you have not idea what the numbers are? Click below to read a story about a recent opening.

24.01.2022 When is a safe not a safe? When a bloke can carry it out of a bookstore by himself! Many so-called safes sold at major department stores are nothing but fire-resistant strong boxes designed to protect documents from a fire, but not cash or valuables from theft as they are easily removed or broken into using nothing but a decent screwdriver.... A proper safe of about the same size as a microwave should weigh 150kg to 180kg and be bolted to the floor, too heavy for some knucklehead to carry away.

23.01.2022 Have you inherited a safe or purchased a second-hand treasure that didn't come with a key? Are you excited and intrigued by the thought of opening it and revealing large amounts of cash inside? We have been working in the safe industry for a few decades now and we can attest that in the thousands we have opened, very few have contained what the new owners were hoping for. But occasionally, there is something interesting inside. Check out our blog: https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au//interesting-thin

22.01.2022 The range of safes, old and new, being used today are almost endless when it comes to shape, size and purpose. This old double door beauty was found during a recent call-out to country Victoria. We were contacted by the recent purchasers who were keen to find out what was inside. Kevin picked the lock to reveal...very little - just a couple of old coins and a rubber band! Kevin cut some keys and the client had an operational safe and no sign of entry. They certainly don't ma...ke safes like they used to - visit our website to read more about second-hand safes: https://bit.ly/2DOZPl6

21.01.2022 This CMI floor safe had not been used for five years and the client had forgotten the combination (understandably!). Kevin opened the safe without drilling, serviced the lock and set a new combination that the client would remember (hopefully). Floor safes are an effective way to defend your possessions fire and other disasters. They don't take up much room and are difficult for thieves to detect.

21.01.2022 We all forget things. Some are super easy to solve - like resetting your Facebook password. But it can be very frustrating when you lose or forget the combination to a safe containing precious or important items. And it always seems to happen when you need what's inside urgently. That's what happened recently with this project. The owner lost the combination to their old round floor safe (pictured). Kevin had no choice but to drill it open. After he had it opened he was able to successfully repair it so that it could continue to be used. He then supplied the client with a working combination. Another successful project completed by Safecrackers Australia! Do you or someone you know, use a safe at home or in the workplace? If so, please invite them to follow our Facebook page. You just never know when you might need us!

20.01.2022 Safecrackers were called to a residential property to meet with a client who's digital home safe had flat batteries. As the client had also lost the override key, they had no way of accessing their safe without the assistance of a professional safe technician. Kevin was able to pick open the lock and then he replaced the batteries for the owner.

20.01.2022 Kevin attended to a business premises in suburban Melbourne to open this Chubb Safe. The safe had been working OK until one morning, it just wouldn’t open and the business owner urgently needed to open it to trade for the day. The lock had a major malfunction which required drilling and repair. Another successful job completed by Safecrackers Australia.

19.01.2022 Our latest blog is a story about some nuns with a bad habit! Click the link below to read about this interesting job completed by Kevin at a Melbourne convent. https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au//the-nun-the-prie

19.01.2022 Check out this old Chubb safe Kev recently opened...

18.01.2022 This (almost antique) J.L. Kelly safe was made right here in Melbourne and was discovered locked by a company when they shifted into a new premises and decided to use it for their own purposes. Second-hand safes are quite popular, particularly those that are still functional as they not only serve a practical purpose, they have loads of character and charm. Kelly safes have a highly pick resistant key locks so Kevin had to drill this particular one, which when opened, revealed some old computer back up tapes from the previous owner. Kevin carefully repaired the hole and cut some keys, and the safe was as good as new! Check out the interesting things Kevin has found in some of the second-hand safes he's opened over the years here: https://bit.ly/2H1nKAO

18.01.2022 DIY safe cracking is not recommended. Using a professional technician will not only save you time, it will also help you avoid the unnecessary cost of replacing your safe once it is damaged beyond repair. Check out our latest blog to read about a recent job Kevin attended to after someone's DIY safe opening project went bad. https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au//diy-safe-crackin

17.01.2022 Opening pre-loved safes is a fairly common job. Most of the time, all that is revealed is a pile of dust and maybe a paperclip. But, sometimes we get lucky, and old treasures and relics are found. Here are just some of the interesting items we have uncovered...

16.01.2022 Families are often left with a safe from a deceased parent or relative and they have no idea where the keys are or what the combination is. This combination lock safe made by Daylesford Safe Co. was from a deceased estate and could not be opened by the family members who were hoping important papers were inside. Safecrackers were asked to assist and Kevin was able to open the lock without drilling, and the family found what they were looking for. Have you recently acquired a safe through a relative and need help opening it? Contact Safecrackers now: https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au/contact

16.01.2022 Let us remember those brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice so we could be free. Lest we forget.

15.01.2022 This CMI safe was left in an office in Bendigo when the previous tenants moved out. The new tenant needed it opened so they could unbolt it and remove it. They also thought it may have valuables in it...empty again!

15.01.2022 This CMI drug safe was left behind by the former tenants of a commercial premises. Safecrackers Australia were contacted by the new owners to assist with cracking it open. Kevin unlocked the safe without drilling to reveal bottles of pharmaceuticals inside. The new owners cleared out the contents and are now able to use the safe for their own needs. Do you have a locked safe on your premises that needs opening? Call Safecrackers Australia now: 0499 975 201

14.01.2022 #22 will creep you out... But #2 will leave you wondering - "do I have an old safe hidden in my house filled with cash?"

14.01.2022 Named the "No-frills Bandit" a safe-cracking career criminal was one of Melbourne’s most wanted burglars until he was caught and sentenced in 2018! During his eight-month spree he used just a crowbar and brute force to crack open safes in shops throughout the Melbourne CBD stealing $330,000 worth of cash and goods. To read more about the bandit - and how to avoid this happening to you click through to our website as we’ve prepared some tips to protect your safe from a crowbar attack!

12.01.2022 We are so grateful to receive this recent customer's testimonial. Thank you Christopher Cooper for taking the time to provide us with your kind feedback. And yes, it is true, if Kevin cannot open your safe, you will not be charged. https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au/

11.01.2022 What good is safe if you can't remember the combination? This hefty, double locking safe delivers a high level of security, but with double the locks come double the trouble of opening it...as the staff of a Melbourne metro supermarket quickly discovered in our latest blog post. Click below to read more.

11.01.2022 This old guy is a key locking safe which is considered a more traditional and robust option for protecting important possessions. These safes are not as common these days as more people now prefer an electronic lock in this ever-digital world that we live in. Our client lost the keys and therefore had no way of opening his safe. Kevin attended the job and successfully picked open the lock and supplied the client with new keys.... Learn more about different types of safe locking mechanisms on our website: https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au//different-types-

11.01.2022 The Lord Safe Company are no longer in operation, however, their safes are still in use today. Safecrackers were recently called to open a Lord wall safe which had been installed 40 years ago.

11.01.2022 Proper care of your safe will ensure its longevity while helping you to avoid costly malfunctions and precious time in the future. Cristina Abate of Safecrackers Australia explains further in our latest video blog below.

11.01.2022 Imagine finding an old safe while renovating your house. That's exactly what happened to the owner of a property in rural Victoria. Read on to learn what they found inside...

09.01.2022 A country servo was left in quite a bind when they couldn't pay their employees after their Chubb safe combination lock malfunctioned. Click below to learn how Safecrackers saved the day!

08.01.2022 Digital locks sometimes malfunction for no known reason, but the most common problem that occurs (apart from lost numbers) is flat batteries or the wrong type of batteries being used. This safe was in a retail store and the client needed to get the weekend’s takings out to go to the bank. The low battery warning was ignored and the override keys were lost. Kevin successfully opened and repaired the safe, put in some new batteries and the safe was useable again.

08.01.2022 This old guy pictured is a Dyke Pioneer safe made in Richmond. Our client acquired it from someone else and was convinced there were valuables inside alas, it was empty!

07.01.2022 Key locks, combination locks, digital locks, biometric locks - which one is best for you? There are a few things to consider and we discuss them all in our latest blog. Click the link below to read.

06.01.2022 Safes range in size, from microwave oven size to as large as the size of a refrigerator. There are also safes specifically designed and manufactured for rifles, pistols, drugs, magnetic media, documents and jewellery. The most common domestic safes are usually the smaller models like this one pictured. This safe was in a city apartment. The client ignored the low battery warning and had lost the override keys which meant that when Safecrackers were called to their aid, it ha...d to be drilled then repaired. Safecrackers can open and repair most safes, if not all safes available in today's marketplace. And remember, if we don't open, we don't charge. Contact Safecrackers today for a free consultation: https://www.safecrackersaustralia.com.au/contact

06.01.2022 Location: Central Victoria Safe type: 600mm Kelly pistol safe Problem: After purchasing the safe at an auction the owners discovered they had the wrong key and therefore couldn't open it. Solution: Kevin picked the keylock which led to a successful opening. He also cut two new keys for the client and left them with a fully operational safe.... . Oh and if you were wondering if there was anything inside - nothing, it was completely empty! See more

05.01.2022 Usually concreted into the ground, in-floor safes are considered one of the most secure types of safes. Pictured here is an in-floor safe recently opened by Safecrackers at a Church premises when it was discovered during renovations. The job was completed successfully by Kevin without drilling and left to the owners in good working order - and with a new combination.

05.01.2022 Heading overseas this holiday season? To avoid any unnecessay pre-departure stress and inconvenience, ensure your safe is operational and accessible well before you need to grab your secured passports. The last thing you need to be dealing with minutes before heading to the airport is forgetting the code to your safe or a malfunctioning lock!... If you find yourself locked out, contact Kevin at Safecrackers Australia 0499975201

04.01.2022 Chubb Safes is one of the oldest safe brands in the world and have been providing protection for over 200 years. This old Chubb was in country Victoria and the keys were accidentally thrown into the rubbish (!) after the death of a parent. Kevin opened both locks, repaired the safe and supplied new keys.

03.01.2022 Installing a safe to protect your valuable possessions is all well and good, but that's the last line of defense. Here's how to keep your home secure and prevent the bad guys getting into your home. #safecrackersaustralia #keepyourhomesafe https://www.domain.com.au//how-to-keep-your-home-safe-and/

03.01.2022 This Godrej safe was made in India. The clients had misplaced their keys while shifting house and needed it opened. Lost, broken or worn keys are one of the most common reasons for people being unable to open their safe. On this occasion, Kevin had to drill and repair the safe and supplied new keys to the owners. What condition are your safe keys in? ... Most importantly, if you were in an emergency situation and needed to access the content of your safe urgently, would you be able to? Need help opening your safe? Call Safecrackers on 0499 975 201 for assistance.

03.01.2022 Are you currently in the market for a safe? Whether it's for your home or office, there are a number of things you should consider to determine which safe is best suited to your needs. Click below to view our video blog featuring Cristina Abate from Safecrackers Australia.

03.01.2022 This Tank safe made in Brunswick, Victoria was located in a branch of a major hardware chain. The combination lock was playing up and they tried to fix it themselves but left a critical step of the process out, causing an expensive lockout. Safecrackers attended and successfully opened the safe and returned it to good working order. To avoid expensive lockouts, we recommend you engage the services of a professional safe technician - like Kevin at Safecrackers Australia! Call now - 0499 975 201

02.01.2022 This is a security filing cabinet held in an office recently visited by Safecrackers. The client had been using the key lock only and someone eventually spun the dial, not knowing that it would secure the combination lock, rendering the filing cabinet unusable! Of course, no one could remember the combination as they were not in the habit of using this part of the cabinet's locking mechanism. Kevin opened it, without drilling while also deactivating the combination lock so it can never happen again. Great work Kev!