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Why are Banham locks so good?

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Emma Martin

Published Mar 17, 2026

Why are Banham locks so good?

Banham locks are protected by patent and our unique Key Registration system, offering audited, controlled security. Most locks are also insurance-approved to British Standards, and meet Police Preferred Specification.

Where are Banham locks made?

Since 1984 they have occupied their 20,000 sq ft premises in the home of Britain’s lock-making industry, Willenhall, West Midlands. Guardian will continue to be run as an independent company, as part of the Banham Group, with Director David Bate at the helm.

Can Banham keys be copied?

Complete our key registration form and once verified and registered on our system, you can duplicate Banham keys at any of our showrooms or by post. You will need to provide photo ID and the Banham key when making copies.

What kind of lock is a Banham lock?

At Banham, we sell door locks of two main types: mortice locks and rim locks. Every one of our Banham door locks is accredited by Secured by Design, the official UK Police flagship initiative combining the principles of “designing out crime” with physical security.

Who owns Banham Security?

William Banham founded the company that bears his name in 1926 with the invention of the Banham automatic door bolt. Based in Kensington, west London, the locks and security group remains family-owned, with Peter Banham, 84, the founder’s son, as chairman.

What kind of lock is Banham?

Do Timpsons cut Banham keys?

Key Cutting Services Our expert services mean you can be confident that a trained professional will cut your keys to the highest possible standard. We can cut any key, including rare or unusual models, and we offer competitive price matching to ensure you’re getting a fair deal.

What is dimple key?

A dimple key is a key that has a rectangular blade with multiple cone-shaped dimples rolled into the blade’s face at various depths. The key will usually have the same dimple pattern on the back of the blade so that it is symmetrical. This allows the key to be inserted into the lock in any orientation.

Why choose Banham locks?

Banham locks are precision-engineered, British-made and expertly handcrafted to be reliable, solid and strong. Each lock can be made to match your unique requirements, with the ability to have all your locks working from one Banham Key.

Can I have my keys cut at a Banham locksmith?

Have your keys cut at a Banham showroom to guarantee a quality hand-finish with no sharp edges. Come to your nearest Banham showroom to have your keys cut by a professional Banham locksmith. Keys that haven’t been cut by a trained expert can leave dents, scores and imperfections in your locks, slowly undermining their integrity over time.

What is the warranty on my Banham product?

For an extra charge you can have your product professionally fitted by Banham engineer with a two year guarantee. When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies.