"J. Clarke" wrote in message
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On 4/30/2010 5:51 PM, Max wrote:
This is likely not the appropriate NG to be asking but I'm so impressed
with the knowledge here (G) that I thought I'd ask anyway.
I want to replace all the exterior door locksets and deadbolts.
I've read a few "reviews" on some but what say you all?
I don't want to spend a fortune but like most of my purchases, I'll
spend whatever it takes to assure reasonable security. ("bumpproof",
pick resistant, etc)
Any recommendations?

Have you rendered your doors and windows resistant to likely levels of
force?

To the extent that I could without going to metal doors. They're all solid
core doors and fairly "hefty".

If not then you need to do that before you have to worry about whether your
locks can be picked--most intruders don't pick locks, they break something.

If you're really concerned about bumping then call a locksmith and have
him rekey your existing locks with bumproof cylinders. It will likely be
cheaper than replacing them all with bumproof locks.

I really need to replace the locksets anyway; they're 24 years old, much
used and "builder quality".
The deadbolts are still in good shape and I thought I would have them
re-keyed to accept the same key as the new entry locksets.
That would entail getting the same brand as the original so I might go the
expense of replacing both.

Max (still pondering)