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How to open a file cabinet with no key?
We locked a file cabinet at work by mistake and don't have a key for it. Aside from calling a locksmith, any ideas of how to open it? Jiggling a paper clip in it doesn't work. Thanks!
9 Answers
- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
If there is no key at all for it, you'll have to drill it out. Drill the center all the way to the back of the lock. You might still have to "strong hand" the lock a little to open it but you will then be able to use a screwdriver to unlock it. You'll be able to buy a new lock if you wish from a locksmith.
- Anonymous7 years ago
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- wizjpLv 71 decade ago
Without breaking the lock? Try turning the cabinet upside down and see if the locking arm falls out of position; had it work on a cheap lock.
- concettaLv 45 years ago
The two previous posters hit it right on. I have drilled out more than one locked cabinet. It will get it open, but the lock will be forever useless.
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- Anonymous1 decade ago
Try a wire coat hanger or anything that is sharp/pointy
- Anonymous7 years ago
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- 1 decade ago
I have a set of picks that I'm pretty good with.
I'll do it for you.
Source(s): A skill no-one should be without!