Residential & Commercial Security - Locks, Keys & Dead Bolts - Locking gates

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stian
01-29-06, 12:28 PM
Hi,

I have a picket fence with two gates in it. The gates currently have an inside latch (which can be locked by padlock), and the front gate has a handle to open it from the outside (but only if unlocked).

I'd like to be able to lock both of these gates whenever they're closed, but I also want to be able to open them from the outside -- preferably using a combination lock, rather than a key lock.

So, simple question: What are my options?

Thanks!


schiejr
01-31-06, 10:23 AM
I do not have an answer for you on the combo locks if you require access from both sides.

If somone cannot reach over/through the fence, you might be able to rig a rimlock or a specialized gate lock that uses a key.