Re: Lauren's Antique Padlock Restoration
My barrel key was machined from aluminum-bronze from grinding discs. Only two drill bits were used to make holes. The lock opens at the nine o'clock position as the key is rotated clockwise. The key can fully rotate 360 degrees. I like making my keys more beefy than the originals. I guess every artist puts their own signature on their work. Ironically, this antique padlock was manufactured in Lancaster, PA and the key was made today in Lancaster, CA.