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Why doesn't anybody make a lever lock?

6.7K views 27 replies 20 participants last post by  M700  
#1 ·
I hate using cables with the metal ends banging my precious rifles. Cabalas sells there levers with a temporary cheesy plastic clam shell with a screw in little bolt that holds it together. I'm looking for something like that but more permanent. Marlin wall brackets that ship with the Marlins are a little bulky for everyday use.

Does anybody make a real lever lock? No cables!
 
#11 ·
Do a web or amazon search for large shackle padlocks. Master makes one that should contain both the lever and the wrist of the stock. Either pad the hasp with tape or dip it in that liquid plastic stuff used on tool handles. I didn't do an extensive search, but there may be a padded one.

In addition to the Master lock, there's another one with numbered rolling tumblers.

Certain bicycle locks might also be adaptable to your need.

Good luck with your search.
 
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Would be easy to make your own custom one. Buy some slotted steel strapping and electrical tape at Home Depot. Wrap steel with electrical tape, bend around stock and through lever. Bend out tabs to accomodate a padlock. Cheap, functional, custom fit.:biggrin:

Just my $.02.
 
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I'm not a fan of cables. Lots of suggestions but clearly nobody manufactures a clamshell style lock. Basically, like one handcuff but smaller in diameter. About an inch wide. Lined with rubber. Clasp the lever to the stock. Squeeze ratchet it closed. Like a handcuff or like the Master trigger locks.
 
#23 ·
One more vote for the zip ties, provided they are acceptable in Alberta. Don't over think it. I have a handgun cable lock around here somewhere that might work. It is short and had a plastic coated cable. I'll try to find it in the morning, going huntin' right now.

OP we were typing at the same time. I see you don't want a cable.
 
#24 · (Edited)
I use rubber/plastic coated cable lock (16") wrapped twice through the lever. The little metal ends fit into the plastic coated lock and are not touching any wood or metal on my guns. I like them actually. It keeps the grandkids out but that's about all any trigger/cable lock is good for.

redhawk

 
#25 · (Edited)
I also use such a lock, as shown in the picture. It is pretty good. Honestly, I don't suffer from this at all. I used it for many years, and it showed itself well. More than that, I consider that the best locks' models are made of durable stainless steel and have a secure key. It may seem to you that this is an outdated model, but it is really reliable. Indeed, it is unlikely that someone will be able to steal the bike protected by such a system quickly and unexpectedly. While a thief fumbles with the master keys, most likely, he will be noticed and stopped.