TSA approved baggage locks?
Mar 21st, 2004, 04:56 PM
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My co-worker used one a few weeks ago. When the luggage came off the belt, the locks were gone and the luggage had been searched. So....
However, that said PLEASE realize that those locks are going to provide little to NO security for your stuff. If the TSA has the "key" what makes you think that some dishonest airline employee does not have the key? My personal theory is that the locks just signify to dishonest people that you might have something worth taking.
I read a post on anther board where a woman checked a thousand dollar camera in her luggage and locked if after the TSA did thier search. When she landed the camera was gone and of course it is not covered by the airline which specifically excludes electronics!
However, that said PLEASE realize that those locks are going to provide little to NO security for your stuff. If the TSA has the "key" what makes you think that some dishonest airline employee does not have the key? My personal theory is that the locks just signify to dishonest people that you might have something worth taking.
I read a post on anther board where a woman checked a thousand dollar camera in her luggage and locked if after the TSA did thier search. When she landed the camera was gone and of course it is not covered by the airline which specifically excludes electronics!
Mar 21st, 2004, 07:29 PM
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No keyed luggage lock provides perfect security--you can open them with a hairpin or any key that will fit into the thing. However, they do reduce the chance of accidental opening significantly. Of course with soft luggage, a pocket knife will open it up easily.
Mar 22nd, 2004, 04:14 AM
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Gretchen has it right. They are called cable ties & available in bunches at Home Depot-type stores. Be sure to carry some with you for frequent replacement. Don't forget the little nail clippers to cut them when you want to open the suitcase.
Mar 22nd, 2004, 05:14 AM
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I used the ties on my trip to Paris; none were cut off by the TSA. I wanted them on as my luggage has a few zippered compartments that I wanted to secure so nothing could be put in them if they were not secured.
That's right, cable ties are no deterrent for thieves. In fact, nothing is foolproof. They can steal your luggage in whole if they want.
That's right, cable ties are no deterrent for thieves. In fact, nothing is foolproof. They can steal your luggage in whole if they want.
