Locksmithing - Jacksons Padlock

In this full-day workshop, you will make your own brass padlock and cut your own key using traditional techniques and hand tools that have not changed since the early 1800s.

This workshop will teach you skills that are slowly becoming lost in the locksmithing trade with the ever-increasing use of technology. You will use parts made by Australia’s oldest operating lock manufacturer, Jacksons of Launceston and mark out, hand drill and file a working lock. Once the components are ready, you will hand-cut a key to suit.

At the end of the day, you will take your lock and key home with you.

Age: Adult 18+

Skill Level: No Previous Experience Required

Inclusions: All instruction, tools and materials provided

Bring: Snacks, lunch, water, notepad and pen

Clothing Guidelines: Closed-toe shoes are necessary, otherwise comfortable clothes. Aprons will be provided.

Aaron Smith is a Locksmith and Lead Teacher of Locksmithing at Melbourne Polytechnic. He continues to repair, make, open and restore old locks across Australia.