Are Medeco locks the best?
On One Hand: Medeco Is a Top BrandMedeco is one of the top-rated makers of security locks. Models like the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt High Security Single Cylinder have an extremely good reputation. This lock will cost you in the range of $125 (as of 2010).The United States Government uses these locks on places like the White House and the Pentagon and consider them to be the best lock available.On the Other: Problems in 2008Medeco did, however, have a problem in 2008. Some researchers found that they could cut keys out of plastic credit cards and open three types of the Medeco M3-type security locks with these plastic keys. These are the same type of locks as are used in the White House, Pentagon and many embassies.Bottom LineMedeco quickly responded to the problem it had with its M3 locks. It was able to make a modification that made the locks much more secure. Today in 2010 you can rely on a Medeco lock to keep your valuables safe.
