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How to make a traditional lock

Making a traditional lock requires the following materials and tools: material:-steel bar-steel plate-steel wire-copper tube tool:-steel wire saw-pliers-baking equipment-milling machine or punching machine Steps: 1. Making the lock body: cut the steel bar into the required shape and size. Close the lock body with a milling machine or punch. 2. Making the lock tongue: cutting the steel plate into the required shape and size. Then bake the lock tongue with fire baking equipment until it is red and hot, and then bend it into the shape of the lock tongue. 3. Making the lock core: Make the lock core with steel wire and put it into the lock body. 4. Making keyhole: drilling holes in the lock body and making keyhole with copper tube. 5. Assembly: Assemble the lock core, lock tongue and lock body together, and connect the lock tongue with the lock body with pliers. Making traditional locks requires certain professional knowledge and skills, which may be difficult for beginners. It is recommended to find a professional locksmith or craftsman to help make it.