Can not extend the bolt work and lock the safe.
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dboisen
Hi I am new to antique locks and recently acquired an older safe, possibly a Victor. The safe is currently open and I have the combination for it. It unlocks just fine. However it does not lock back up. Anyone have any idea why? It won't let me post an image because the file size is too big. Any input is much appreciated. Thanks!
The malfunction your experiencing is from a worn fence. The top part is worn allowing the nose to ride out of the wheels gates before it clears the stop.
DH