Sadly he died a couple of years later, and I took the decision to carry on and keep the Hanzlik name synonymous with the Locksmithing profession.

I now have a healthy business, based at my premises in Lutterworth Road, Abington, Northampton, where apart from a retail shop specialising in all aspects of physical security, lock sales and key cutting, a fully equipped workshop for specialist repair and modification of locks is also a major part of the business.

Along with my colleague, Graham, we can also offer a fully comprehensive Locksmith service at our customers’ own premises; Lock fitting and replacements, opening locked doors, cabinets etc. and a full security survey in accordance with Insurance Company specifications.

This Security Survey is a free service for anyone within a 5 mile radius of our premises. Outside this area, we make a nominal Survey fee, which is then deducted from the invoice charge when the work had been completed.

It is a joy to be able to mix my business with my interest in Houdini. I am sure that if Houdini was around today he would be totally enthralled with the vast selection of locks that are available, each one offering him a different challenge.

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