Master Lock Keeping You Safe Since 1921 - A Brief History Master Lock was founded in 1921 by Harry Soref, in 1924 Master Lock invents and patents the first Laminated Steel Padlock on April 22nd. Harry used the same Laminate technology applied in battle ships and vault doors to make his padlocks much stronger than the competition. 1928 – On the 20th February a container of 147,600 padlocks was shipped to Federal Agents in New York City. The Locks were used to lock down establishments that continued to sell alcohol during prohibition.

Fast forward to the years 2000 - 2006. An age of innovation introduces lines such as the Python cable lock and cufflocks. There is massive expansion in the range for the protection of Sport and lifestyle products. Many of the locks are insurance certified acieving `Sold Secure` gold rating ensuring the maximum protection required to protect you investment.