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Is graphite safe for a lock?

Updated: 10/27/2022
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no it is not

I second the statement. NEVER use graphite on a combination lock on a safe.

If your dial is hard to turn, you most likely have an internal mechanical problem -

be smart and call a safe tech. or locksmith for pricing to get the problem fixed

now - before it becomes an expensive problem.

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what up habablablu invented the telephone. you had a detention tomorrow.

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