🔒 Master Lock M175XDLF Heavy-Duty Outdoor Combination Lock with 1.5" Shackle, Enhanced Brass Finish Review

Supposed to be an all-weather outdoor lock. We had 2 problems with it. First, the rubberized lid on the bottom is poorly designed and just keeps falling off. Second, the combination is at the bottom of the lock. Most locks like this one seem to have the "row" for numbers in the middle with a line. The problem is that with this lock there are two sets of lines: one where you think the composition should be, ie in the middle, and another clicked "north" of the center line. To use the lock it's a…

This is a heavy duty lock designed for outdoor use. If you're looking for a versatile lock for things like your gym locker, I recommend the Master Lock 178D instead. This lock is for things like sheds and gates. This lock has several features that you need if you want to buy one. First, it's twice the weight of the 178D. Second, it has a rubber valve that closes the numbers and protects them from the elements. Third, it has a feature that lets you dial numbers even if you can't see them. The…

This lock works great and is very strong. The dials turn easily, which is nice as the 'old' master combination locks can be a bit tricky at times. I have 3 rather minor complaints. One of them is that the lock must be on the combination to be blocked. It's a bit annoying because you either have to hit the post-spin combo if it's open or leave it on the combo if it's unlocked, which creates a chance for someone to look at it. The second small complaint is that the combo doesn't work. Align…

Second lock I'm buying. Good construction, poor design of locking mechanism. With the help of a 10 minute YouTube video and 5 free minutes, I learned how to "pick" this lock and calculate the combination in less than a minute. Sturdy construction, poor design and poor workmanship. The tolerances are so great that I could look into the lock without tools and figure out the combination. I bought it to lock up my boat. The only reason I bought another lock like this is because it's cheap, strong…