% Pty mL fy Ue le 6 and MASTERKEY SYSTEMS SECURITY RENEWED ay eee) ret ee ese eet ae cL I with the exclus hlest Locking System ian meri an rent ings aon o now so The B UNIVERSAL APPLICATION—A Best Locking System includes all types of locks and permits masterkeying of all locks into one system, Types of locks which may be Included in the system are: cylindrical, mortise, rim, padlocks, cabinet, fle cabinet, locker, gate, wire cage, electric switches, ignition switches, access panels, panic devices, Bait Locks and locks for special adaptations . . . A Best System easily expands to include future buildings in the original masterkey plan. Such flexibility, ‘means better and easier key control, and a more economical key system, GREATER ECONOMY —Actual case histories of individual users prove that Best Locks reduce pilferage and property losses by thousands of dollars each year. Also, the Best Interchangeable Core eliminates costly locksmith labor and time required +o change locks. Best cylindrical locks may be re-keyed without removing the knob or the unit from the door . . . Because the Best system permits “one-key” master. Keying, bulky key rings and inventories of parts and key blanks are unnecessary, Pattern keys and storage of duplicates are also eliminated. Maintenance men re. ‘quire but one masterkey to enter any authorized area... A Best System is economi cal to install and maintain. No expensive mortising is required. You simply change cylinders to install Best Locks in existing locksots. Changing locks, then, is a simple ‘and quick operation involving use of the Control Key .... Best Universal Locks may be re-used almost indefinitely, eliminating expensive lock replacements. ‘This feature becomes particularly important in any installation whero a large quantity of locks is required. MORE CONVENIENCE —Best “one-key” masterkeying eliminates time loss and inconvenience to maintenance and service personnel who require access to specific areas, Beat Locks require minimum attention, and are easy to service when security necessitates lock changes. ‘The only maintenance tool required to change a Best Lock is the Control Key. "Tho exclusive Interchangeable Core fs the heatt of every lock ina Bost Syston regardless of type oF ‘zo, It contains the primary lock rechaninm as well at the lock combinations. Tt algo carries the Keyway. Distinguished by its “Figure-8” shape, the Inter ‘changeable Core is machined from solid braas for strength and dur- ability. "The Control Kay is used only ‘nue re deed, tro tds of Cae ralncencat ace ¢9 F0EDOVE oF replace Tntarchange- Svalte to ware of the Bot ten able Cores. hi takes less than (2) Removed Ca ny Be rd to th ast ook Com 10 secondo, and is complied any thd ehnagel o's enn ot by turning the Control Key 15° (2) Tho wer may employ » Best Combinatng Kit and Key a Een clog «ast Combating XGk and Key eho right. This action opens the spt cot may hye lecoabaatng rei aboee two locking lug and permite easy re ‘Scie tnd pemiaimmedntereane of the Core sa movalof the Core by alight pall ‘on the Control Key. The Control Key is assigned to tho Security (Officer or person responsible for socarity control. Only one Con- 2 trol Key exlate fora given system. BEST UNIVERSAL ‘hn hon sty como ‘ Jn pombe to rogala 6 eeooe SPER FOINE ‘curity simply by changing Cores, Indianapolis, lnlane| Be Be © Tomamora ” eS % avslable with Best Lack, The inet ee Ont Of aca are europe fo sna on ha aro maserkayed ts the indica neti oF planning and kay codingare pat ofthe Bai Service Ina cians ey tte, lock eatipped wth e-pisoctopis tan eeecae sete. Tha parma sullen suntv of aerea ak eae to be planned for individual locks. “ HST GRAND HASTERKEY SYSTEK FOR 7 j BEST UNIVERSAL LOCK O., INC, © CONTROL KEY wit re tore all lock Cores nie erate eae we a unlock any lock in the system, rottes BA Bade ir © MASTER AND sus. + os. | wiarmaton | MASTERLES wink specified groups of locks iter 2 oe ° ail ted ey nated I es ccrncian ow © INDIVIDUAL KEYS, num tna at nd hy mare C1, 2 wa bering ten offen thousand, ier will unlock only individual nse ts ed hy ned I, Be | - cope Incl ck ond tye rerhed FAI FAR wo SPECIAL MASTERKEY PLANNING SERVICE ‘To help plan a masterkey system that meets the ‘exact needs of each user, Best offers the services of specially trained master- key engineers. These specialists study existing and future keying needs, and provide a detailed masterkey blueprint. (soe todd wa CODE SHEETS—Records of lock and key combinations = ‘are maintained on special “Code Sheets.” They are used by security personnel in assigning new lock combinations, and for additions to the system. Use of Code Sheets assures that all future locks and keys will be combinated ‘and cut precisely—eliminating the need to file pins to fit keys,Best Cylindrical Locks FOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL BUILDINGS AND QUALITY RESIDENCES 7-K SERIES... Heavy Duty DEVON No. 2 Wrought ronheyed nob ond trim EVEREST No. 4 Sold knob ond Wim IMPERIAL No, 6—Salid knob end tin © Best Cylindrical Locks combine attractive modern styling and the “maximum security” features of the Interchangeable Core. The result is a smooth-working, long-lasting lock that enhances the value and prestige of any building. Like other Best Locks, the Cylindrical Locks may be quickly and easily changed with the Control Key .. . without removing the knob for lockset from the door. Best 5-K and 7-K Locks are designed for a wide range of locking applications. Standardized backset permits fast large-scale installation and interchange of any fonction on all doors. They are 100 percent reversible and may be adjusted to doors 134" to 2° thick. ‘Smooth mechanical operation in the 7-K and 5-K Series is assured by heavy duty construction throughout. Special fea- APPLICATL ‘The 7-K Soria, designed for mas 5-K SERIES . . . Semi-Heavy Duty LYRIC No. 1 Solid keyed kao, wrought nonskeyed rob and tim Note: All Best keyed knobs tore sot CORNET No, 3—Sold heyed bnob, wrought none tures include solid brass knobs, stecl-lined pressure cast alumi- num housing. ‘The 7-K aluminum housing is Sanford Process treated for resistance to corrosion. Steel parts are cadmium or zine plated for protection against moisture, An automatic Geadlocking planger is available as required. A unique Keeper Blocking Ring prohibits removal of keyed knob unless core is first removed (with Control Key) by authorized security personnel. Knobs, roses, spindles and internal working parts, except latch bolt, are factory assembled in a single unit $0 a8 to be in permanent working alignment. ‘The Interchangeable Core is precision built and is available in 5, 6 or 7 pin tumbler construction. on wum heavy duty use, meets the requirements of Federal Specification FF-H-106A, Series 161. Tt has a 2%" backsot. The 5-K Series is designed for medium heavy duty use auch #4 in apartments, shopping centers, schools, churches and residences, The 6-K Serles meets the requirements of ‘Federal Specifcation FF-H-1O6A, Serie'160, and has a 234" backaet, It is alao avallable with 234” backeet Presure cost housing, steel, Tied ot all point of latch retractor contect —- Throw member Nickel ver keys Exclsvelnterchengeable Core Wit, 6 or 7 pin tomblar lock mech Sold ter hot Pintocked, slid Spring lype knob heoper Heavy daty steel retractor Solid inside rortte Sold laid keob | Heavy bolt end automatic ‘deadiocking plnger latch "throw 3EST UNIVERSALcg EAeutel eons sonra anes sens 9 r roy Pas Cr Sead = O@® seas ae @©O ‘SKSB3 > O@© wa OO OO vs noe OO Bor va to sKoma en One 2 ee WuNction (sarin chrome ; 7K 5, EA 3, US26D RH cuimonca s nn runs oe osson nit wane ances cone is Beste (CORN?) specie wan ni S0BSTHUTE 6 OR? Gr book ioc Ad Crea Cera row mmnat ()(O) sean s:ratnnscinantcss (OO) sxors oo soca or vlcted by ti @ 5KOQ3 eacserertonen GY) sksea st Be Ko and hon ome PAN ns coEXTRUDED BRASS PADLOCKS MORTISE LOCK SETS CABINET LOCKS RIM Locks PANIC DEVICES FILE CABINET LOCKS The Universal Line Pea Solid extruded brass con- struction 1664 (1%") cylinder fits all standard mortise case locks. For every purpose Backset 74” Cylinder dia: 1%" Case: 2% x 2% x % 2 2%a" x 3%" x1" Backset: 2%” Cose size: 2%" x 6%” x2" Case size on top and bot- tom brackets of 2 ROB: 2% x 4%" Bar: 1” dia. Outboard Bracket: 17% x Designed to fit most filing Housing: 94” x 1%4” Locking Pi YA" dia. x "a" ala Case: 1%; 1% or 2” Shackle: brass, bronze or steel Pin tumbler: 5, 6 or 7 pin Shackle length: Standard lengths Chain and dust cap op- tional 5,6.0r7 pin tumbler manu- facturer's name and lock- set number Operation, hand, rim or mortise, dead bolt or latch ond 5, 6 or 7 pin tumbler Latch or deadbolt; 5, 6 or 7 pin tumbler Hond of doors, dimensions of door, trim and operation required; 5, 6 or 7 pin tumbler Removable mullion cabinet, vertical or horizontal slot 5, 6 or 7 pin tumbler Bach Best: Lock is a precision mechanism, machined to extremely close toler- lances to assure many years of smooth dependable operation. Solid extruded brass construction gives added strength and serviceability under heavy duty use. Non- ferrous parts assure satisfactory functioning even under adverse climatic conditions. Every Best Lock is of genuine “pin tumbler” construction—the highest. known % type of lock construction. In addition to locks shown above, the Best line includes BEST UNIVERSAL gate and eliding door locks, tubular locks and latches, hotel cylinders, mail lock Lock €O., INC. ores and electric awitch locks, G Indianepoie Indien8e Exit Lock ** Mfg. by United States Flare Corp. MODEL B—Exit Lock Model B is designed for use on exit doors which are required to be kept unlocked from the inside at all times or on any door where complete con- trol is required for prevention of use by unauthorized person. Authorized persons open door with a key; unauthorized or emergency opening of doors sets off automatic. alarm, notifying management. ACCESSORIES PACKAGES —All Model B Exit Locks are designed to legally lock a single leaf or pair of doors swinging out. These locks should be ordered by speci- fying Model B—LHRB or RHRB; also the accessories package desired. SINGLE DOOR WITH EXISTING PANIC BAR: Includes ponic bar connector, nstalla- tion screws ond installation instructions SINGLE DOOR WITH EXT LOCK PAM BAR: ces Ea Leek pani bar on oe ce tte ee St in worn DOUBLE DOORS WITH EXISTING PANIC BARS: Includes dovble door keeper, ‘overlaps, panic bar connector, installation screws, templotes and installation in- structions DOUBLE DOORS WITH EXIT LOCK PANIC BARS: Includes poir of Exit Lock ponie bars, panic bor connecter, overlaps, inactive door contro, installation screws, tomplotes and instllation instructions. SPECIFICATIONS EXIT LOCK MODEL B 494" V7 0 2" bi 2 Appronimatsly 2% B Die cost part from Neo 70 naval bronte, Dis ‘amped parts from half herd bros Springs: Steel, cocted fo reset Bett: Spring opercted ment oly wosnd eck: Porithed ass cylinder, Unters atherwise speck P73 'Y HAND OF DOOR FINISHES: All Exit Locks, panic bar connectors and panic bar overlaps are furnished in red lacquer, wrinkle finish (baked). Panic Bar and Inactive Door Control are furnished in US-10 Dull Bronze, Spe- cial finishes available at slight additional cost. ENSIONS: When erdeing ony mode! of ence como door nd fam de seq, wrinkle Ra od. Single srength "8" quol- iy, White pated field, late, ARCHITECTS SHORT FORM SPECIFICATIONS: Exit Lock ‘Model B or equal approved SECURITY INDICATOR MODEL AS-1600 by Underwriters’ Labora. For matin protein, Ft Link an coup wth he Eat Lock conte! jn AST, Ti Ses Teatro raed, gna rot cary UL spre. Unutntd pening on (BEST) causes alarm bells in both Exit Lock and control panel to ring, and tascam of oprah ted with ASIC, a Exit Lock must be equipped with a micro-switch. The micro-switch thou bec ote! nour odoMaintenance and Service Eq: BEST KEY COMBINATOR ‘This Combinator enables additional keys to be accu- rately cut on the job when new or recombinated Cores, are placed in service. Coded key combinations supplied by the company show ex- actly what combination to ‘use when cutting a key. No pattern key is required. CONSTRUCTION CORES elusive Past security fontare is ofered exprenly for temporary {tein pew contruction. Covatruction sores tre supra withost chee {o's geaeral contractor for use whe the balding Under contraction, ‘Spon completion, tbe conatewtion corn tr replaced nth montero (Cores by the owner Any keys wc may eve gota nto uomutborced ‘bends during comatracton hun Beoome uals Gace tha ulin fa com= Bleted and the permanent cores installed SPICINEATIONS: Hacdware or bulding apacicatlnn should reads ns, GUARANTEE_All Best Universal Locks and componente material 1en BEST HAND COMBINATING KIT ‘This kit permits Best Locks to be recombinated quickly and easily on the spot whenever an emergency ‘ries. Cores can be recombinated and masterkeyed in two minutes, Use of the Best Combinating Kit is, relatively simple. A few hours instruction permits ‘maintenance personnel to learn the details of changing and recombinating Cores, as well as eulting new keys and maintaining key control records. No. disassom- bling of eylinder, knob or lock is necessary. The Kit, comes complete with detailed instructions, precision pin segments, core caps and core springs’ Precision Iachining of pin segments, and pre-coded combina tions, eliminates the need for filing and fitting the segments when recombinating. 0 ofthe highest quality and are guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship or -MASTERKEYING—No charge is made for Grandmaster, Mastor or Submaster keying of Bost Locks, HOW TO SPECIFY BEST LOCKS Specifications for Best Locks should be written into the Hard- ware or Building Specifications. For assurance that Best Locks ‘ill be specified, insert one of the following paragraphs in the specifications. “All locks shall be equipped with eylinders and/or knobs with ‘an interchangeable core with paracentric keyway; with 5, 6 or ‘pin tumblers. The interchangeable core must be removable only with a special masterkey. ‘All locks shall be equipped with cylinders and/or knobs with, an interchangeable core with paracentric keyway; with 5, 6 or 7 pin tumblers. The interchangeable core removable only with control key as manufactured by the Bear UNIVERSAL, Ine.; masterkeyed to the spaciic requirements and specifications of the owner. All locks shall have an interchangeable core with paracentrie keyway with 5, 6 or 7 pin tumblers. The interchangeable core shall be removable only with a special masterkey (Control Key) manufactured by the Besr UNIVERSAL Lock Co., INC. ‘Reference can also be made to Federal Specifications FF-H- 106a paragraph 3.25 dated November 23, 1948, BEST REPRESENTATIVES pee MANUFACTURERS’ REPRESENTATIVES. EEE ornDigitized by: INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR PRESERVATION TECHNOLOGY, INTERNATIONAL www.apti.org BUILDING TECHNOLOGY HERITAGE LIBRARY https://archive.org/details/buildingtechnologyheritagelibrary From the collection of: Carol J. Dyson, AIA