The Oldest Locksmith Shop?
Could you tell me who is the oldest lock and key shop in the U.S.A., not including hardware stores. Thank you.
John Maurer
Locksmith Ledger printed an article in September, 1984, page 67 which stated that Boston Lock & Safe was the oldest locksmith business in the United States.
According to Boston Lock & Safe’s website, www.bostonlockandsafe.com, “Established in 1790, we're the oldest operating locksmith and safe dealer in Boston, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas.”
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