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Default mortise lock - no key

On 22 May, 13:07, sm_jamieson wrote:
I have a door with mortise lock and no key. Probably the original lock
from 1930s. Never needed to open that door before. I would really have
to damage the door to get the lock out. What is a reasonable price for
a locksmith to pick it ? I don't want it re-keyed, just opened.
Thanks,
Simon.


Thanks for all the ideas folks. The door opens outwards, its kind of a
single french window. I could cut off the hinge pins etc.
I'll probably try cutting through the bolt with a hacksaw blade, or
angle grinder if its too tough.
Simon.