I've been locking a lock box with a Masterlock brand lock. It failed. Luckily the lock box was open.

It was a set of three so I just replaced it with another one for now.

I have a feeling they aren't made like they were 30 years ago.

So here's the thing- I do not want a key lock. I know it would be a better choice but then you have to hide the key or wear it on a chain. Not happening.

I also don't want a TSA luggage lock. They don't fit on my lock box.

I bought my lock box on Amazon for $15 and I think it would get an "F" in a high school metal shop class.

The lid doesn't line up.

But I want to keep it if I can make it work.

The metal of lock hook can only be a small diameter.

I had a small safe but the electronics died and I didn't like hiding the key.

The lock failed at 3 or 4 months.

I am being very gentle with the new one but it's only a matter of time before this one stops working too.

Advice?

What is a lock box? Is it outside?

Yes, they can be; but, mine is inside.

I actually still have the small safe, and this box, where, among other things, I keep the key to the safe.

There are much better padlocks available than Master. Look up Abus, Medeco, Mul-ti-lock, among others. They’re not cheap, but they’re likely stronger than whatever box you have and will last effectively forever.

For less sensitive contents I use these. Some are 10 years old now.

https://www.webstaurantstore.c...WASWKVcaArmKEALw_wcB

A little powdered graphite keeps them working smoothly when used outside.

Thanks, Steve!