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Why is it important to use a screwdriver that fits the screw slot exactly on a lock?

Using a screwdriver that does not properly fit the slot creates a good chance of damaging the screw heads. If a screwdriver's tip is too thick, it can be ground, stoned, or filed down, if the material is soft enough, so it matches the slot better.

Category: Building & FinishingTopics: Lock Disassembly|Video Transcript

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