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Should I leave my bag unlocked?

I have read your article about TSA recognized baggage locks. Can you tell me how safe these locks are?

I can imagine that someone will have copied the master key and thus can put unwanted items in my bag.

My question is whether these TSA recognized baggage locks are reliable or is it simply wiser to leave my bag unlocked?

Carolien Klijn

Airline Passenger Guru’s answer:

Baggage locks
The chance that someone will plant an unwanted item in your bag is negligible. Click here for a bizarre exception.

A TSA recognized lock is not better than other good baggage locks. A professional thief can open any lock. However, occasional thieves are after unlocked bags or bags with locks they can open easily.

If the TSA wants to open your bag, the agent will cut the lock and will usually also damage your bag. The advantage of a TSA recognized lock is that the TSA can open it with a master key without cutting the lock and damaging your bag.

If you are planning to buy a lock anyway, it seems wise to buy a TSA recognized baggage lock.

Last Updated ( Saturday, 23 January 2010 15:28 )
 

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