Master Lock 1500D Locker Lock Combination Padlock, 1 Pack, Black

I recommend this lock, the Master 2001, as the best gym lock. It's great for other uses too, within reason.The Master 2001 is safer than the bestselling/ubiquitous/scholastic Master 1500 series, whose reviews are hilarious.But basically, this Master 2001 removes you from the feeding frenzy on those poor 1500's.Although $20 is more than you expected to spend, you won't regret the small investment.Pros:How it makes you feel. My workouts rock because I have confidence in my lock; I can focus forward.It's intimidating to attackers, especially in a locker room full of lesser locks. It can also signal you're street smart, thus you didn't bring anything worth stealing, without looking expensive.Opens and closes reliably.It's tough.No holes or gaps to exploit, unlike multi-dial combo locks. No shimming.No key to carry or lose.It's coolIt's affordableIt always fits in lockers I've used, including 24-Hour Fitness and YMCA locations. (Another reviewer had a problem with his work locker)No known vulnerabilities.Cons:Clicks at the 3rd number, making the 3rd number meaningless. Perplexing, but inconsequential in the real world.HeavyNot the cheapest option (if you're naive).It can signal that you have good taste and nice things.If stuck/forgot combo, it would be a pain to force open.Bonus thoughts:It's easy to search out known bypassing techniques for locks, and this lock is exceptionally secure, especially for this price and purpose. Bolt-cutters are the most likely attack on this lock, since they're quiet enough for an empty locker room, a lonely cabinet, or a shed, yet they'd take a long time and require exceptional effort. Other threats would obviously include conspicuous use of torches, liquid nitrogen, or power tools. Perhaps rebar torqued in the shackle would do the trick too, but it's unlikely that an unmotivated attacker will go to these lengths. With this lock, your only concern should be the quality of the locker itself. A crowbar will pull off a plywood locker door like butter. Even more likely, the would-be thief will be redirected to an easier target, and you'll have a great day.For your bicycle, just buy a proper U-lock.No lock will stop a smart, determined attacker. Be street smart. Avoid risk however you can.I mean what I've said, you can tell from my writing. I've used this lock without incident. I had one of these about 10 years ago, and got this one about a year ago. I've confirmed weaknesses in alternative locks not present in this one. However, I haven't personally attacked it, or weathered it outdoors.I've heard the Master 2002 is the same lock, only with a registered combo.Don't be naive. Don't learn lessons the hard way. Use this lock for your locker.Please be good and only use this information within the law.Please feel free to ask for my opinion about other applications or details.For everyone who calls this review helpful, a kitten will have a dream where it can fly.

excellent quality personal combination lock, perfect for the gym

We've all used one of these in primary education, and that's because they just work. I'm a fan of cheap products that work as advertised, and this is one of them. If you're looking for something more aesthetically pleasing or with better features, then that's fine and they exist. But, if you're just trying to lock something, this will do the job with no need for a key. Great product for life

Este candado es perfecto lo compré para la escuela de mi hijo es muy fuerte su calidad estoy muy contenta con mi compra

It’s a pretty good lock, it works well and is easy to use. But it looks kinda used and super old

I had one of these that lasted for 15 YEARS outside on the shed. In Minnesota where it can be 100 degrees, or 20 degrees below zero. It has survived hail, rain, sleet, snow, and sub-zero temperatures. It finally wore out and I got another. Given the price as an Add-On item, I whish I had added on more. I made the mistake of getting a purple colored one before this one. The colored ones seem to be for indoor lockers and do not hold up outside. The black ones are pretty rugged. You really can't do any better for a reasonably priced indoor/outdoor lock. If you need one, just buy it!

I bought this lock to show 5th graders how to use combination lock in middle school.Some were able to open, others needed to practice.

I used this lock in my childhood for all of middle and high school. Without fail, the master lock opened with the code and was a reliable trusted name in my opinion.Fast forward 20 years and I buy the combination masterlock for a gym locker. Worked great from a month and all of a sudden it no longer accepted the combination. It would take several attempts to get the code to open.This is pure conjecture but i believe it’s because the lock is sitting in a damp gym bag, that the inner components rusted or are stuck somehow. It’s been so much of an unreliable lock, i has to toss it. Very disappointed as this lock was the “go to” lock for all of my childhood.