The Euro Cylinder lock uses a pin tumbler system that uses pins of different lengths to prevent a lock from opening without the correct key. Inventors originally patented this lock type in 1805 in an attempt by European locksmiths to standardize locks. You will find Euro cylinders used all over the world and are very prevalent in the UK and Europe and are a common sight on … [Read more...] about Changing a Euro Cylinder Lock on Composite, UPVC or Auminum Door