Luggage Locks
Travel experts will be the first ones to tell you that you are more likely to have items stolen from your luggage then you are to have an entire piece of luggage, and all of its contents, stolen. This is why luggage locks are such an important piece of travel security.
Luggage locks secure your bags when checking them in at the airport and when you tour a busy city with a large backpack. Locking an item like a backpack may seem like a silly idea, but securing your entire set of zippered luggage with luggage locks will reduce your risk of falling victim to pick pockets.
While most luggage locks are designed to universally fit every type of luggage, the quality and security of luggage locks will vary depending on the craftsmanship and price of each lock. Luggage locks range from about $5 to $15 dollars per lock, some are available for purchase in sets with two locks and four keys. Many luggage sets come compete with luggage locks and keys.
The following is a list of tips to keep in mind when purchasing luggage locks for your luggage:
- Opening devices - Typically luggage locks have keys or combinations to open them. If you are a person that frequently loses their keys a combination lock may be more appropriate.
- Craftsmanship - Luggage locks are typically constructed of either brass, aluminum or steel - aluminum luggage locks offer minimum protection; while steel luggage locks offer maximum protection.
- Size - small brass locks are suitable for brief cases, carry-on bags or backpacks, but larger, more heavy-duty steel locks should be used for large luggage.
- Operation - Be sure to buy a lock which opens smoothly and locks securely.
- Quantity - Purchase a lock for every piece of luggage you plan take on your trip. If you are purchasing a new set of luggage check to see if it already comes with luggage locks and keys.
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