How long does a bumpkey last until one has to retire it? I've noticed that my key is looking pretty rough and isnt working as well as it first did. I think about a 1000 bumps is all it will last. Any comments?
life of a bump key?
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chorbats
, Jun 20 2007 09:18 PM
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#2
Posted 20 June 2007 - 11:18 PM
I don't think there really is a generic life span for a key. I will say it depends on the type of key. Usually the WR5's 'go' before, say, the SC keys do.
It also heavily depends on the user - I wish I could say 'after 500 bumps replace keys' but that answer just doesn't exist. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
It also heavily depends on the user - I wish I could say 'after 500 bumps replace keys' but that answer just doesn't exist. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful

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#3
Posted 21 June 2007 - 08:13 AM
My bump keys usually last about 1 or 2 uses. Then I lose them in the van somewhere and one day when I clean it out I will probably have a massive bump key sale!
I think (from personal experience and from talking to others) the 2nd bump key lasts longer due to the fact that practice and experience with a variety of locks makes the new bumper wiser and better able to finess a lock open instead of beating the crap out of the key trying to open a lock.
I think (from personal experience and from talking to others) the 2nd bump key lasts longer due to the fact that practice and experience with a variety of locks makes the new bumper wiser and better able to finess a lock open instead of beating the crap out of the key trying to open a lock.
Bump it to the next level.
#4
Posted 21 June 2007 - 12:53 PM
If you're pounding on your bump key, give it a life of about a half-dozen uses. If you're gentle, it should last through thousands of bumps. The shape and size of the peaks is also a consideration... the sharper the peaks, the sooner it's going to get worn down.