Allwin Double Your Money
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Pretty neat seeing that old store.
Two pictures: after and before
Restoration is complete less a replacement top glass. I disassembled entire game, cleaned the graphics and installed new plastic cover. Also polished all chrome. The lock box wood is Beech but couldn’t match the stain so that door will be unique. Added a board to the base as the original is pretty chewed up from termites.
If you know this game, Double Your Money, then you know one penny bet gets you two, four , or six pennies payout. Zoom in on the bottom picture and notice I created a replacement sign but used the wrong values. This will be fixed when I find 1/4” numbers.
Two pictures: after and before
Restoration is complete less a replacement top glass. I disassembled entire game, cleaned the graphics and installed new plastic cover. Also polished all chrome. The lock box wood is Beech but couldn’t match the stain so that door will be unique. Added a board to the base as the original is pretty chewed up from termites.
If you know this game, Double Your Money, then you know one penny bet gets you two, four , or six pennies payout. Zoom in on the bottom picture and notice I created a replacement sign but used the wrong values. This will be fixed when I find 1/4” numbers.
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If possible, please draw the dimensions of the main case key on the key picture then I will attempt to cut a key. Thank you
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Hello, trying to obtain a key for the lock on my Double Your Money cabinet door. From these pictures can you determine the correct key? Love the game and thanks for the help.
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So I have about three of these machines and they all have Yale locks, like on many other allwins like Oliver Whales. Your lock may be a replacement, as it is silver and does not fit snuggly to the edges. There is a number on top and the Yale locks are numbered, I believe, 1 to 15. Are there any marks or maker's marks on yours? Below are locks similar and keys… You can cut keys to the levers, so either a locksmith can do it, or you can try…
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Great information. I will remove this lock and see what I find. Please tell me the correct name for the proper Yale lock, maybe I can order a used lock n key combo. Thanks
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I don't think you'll be able to order a lock like this. They haven't been made for years and are very hard to find, even in the UK.
If you can read the number, you might be able to order a key. More likely you need to find a locksmith who has a blank and can cut one to fit.
If you can read the number, you might be able to order a key. More likely you need to find a locksmith who has a blank and can cut one to fit.
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Hummm, well then I will scout the antique shops. What is the correct name for this type of lock? Can you post a photo of the face and back of a lock?
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Cool photo. Almost looks like a painting.
Good luck. If you find one, please can I buy your keyless lock? If you find more than one - let me know.
That's one of the problems - there doesn't seem to be a universally recognised name: Yale cylinder cupboard/drawer/cabinet lock.
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The lock is fine, looks perfect from outside and fits snugly so just key it and move on with your life.
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I have begun the rekey process. Please post a picture of the front and back of one good looking lock. The pictures will help me when at the antique stores this week. Thank you.
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You already have one, so I'm not sure how another picture helps.
Here's the lock on a similar (Philip Shefras Jackpot) allwin. I'd have to disassemble to show both sides of the lock, but it looks similar to yours.
Here's the lock on a similar (Philip Shefras Jackpot) allwin. I'd have to disassemble to show both sides of the lock, but it looks similar to yours.
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Sorry for my confusion. I thought my lock is not original and was going to search for a replacement. Favor please; can you post a photo of one of those keys I can see on the ring. If you can put key next to a ruler it will help me know the dimension. Thank you and a Merry Christmas
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Double, photos of a random key won't really help, you have all the dimensions you need with your lock already. These were cheaply made locks and sloppy from new, especially so after years of use and abuse and even original keys will stop working well or at all, so best to custom fit the key to each lock.
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Appreciate the old lock and new key puzzle. But with a picture of a key on a ruler then I will have a head start on trying to cut my own key. Love the challenge. Merry Christmas
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Sir, when I zoom in on your picture of locks and key ring it appears all of those keys are the same, a key slab with only two slots. Perhaps that is the same key type I need. Please post a picture with one of those keys aligned with a ruler so I can attempt to make a key. Thank you
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I've got 2 locks with no keys and I'm just in the process of trying to fix one. I bought 2 blanks and I've split the lock by grinding off the 2 tabs. It's a very simple 2 lever mechanism but I can see there are a variety of combinations and it's going to be quite a precise job to get the right degree of 'lift' for each lever. The plan is that I fix them back together with a blob of solder when (and if) I get it to work.
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I never grind off the tabs for locks that do not have screws, but just gently lever a large screwdriver under the cover to retain the original fixtures. You can also use a small punch, which is what I do on locks like Mills locks. You can then use the original tabs when refitting and flattening to lock in.jimmy55 wrote: ↑Wed Jan 05, 2022 8:16 pm I've got 2 locks with no keys and I'm just in the process of trying to fix one. I bought 2 blanks and I've split the lock by grinding off the 2 tabs. Its a very simple 2 lever mechanism but I can see there are a variety of combinations and its going to be quite a precise job to get the right degree of 'lift' for each lever. The plan is that I fix them back together with a blob of solder when ( and if ) I get it to work.
Some people bodge the levers. In fact, often a locksmith will do this, cutting them so only one lever actually does the locking. I have made an effort not to do this and always take time removing small amounts of metal at a time and testing and testing again.
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