E Phillips & Sons Safecracker Lytham St Annes

We were recently called to a church in Lytham St Annes that was having difficulty opening their “The Phoenix” safe, manufactured by E. Phillips & Sons. Although they had the original key in their possession, the safe refused to open, leaving staff unable to access the important documents stored inside.

E. Phillips & Sons were renowned for producing robust, well-crafted safes, and “The Phoenix” model is no exception. Like many traditional safes, they are built with intricate internal mechanisms that can occasionally become stiff or misaligned over time—especially if they haven’t been opened in a while. Even with the correct key, a worn or misused mechanism can prevent the lock from disengaging properly.

We attended the site and carried out a careful assessment of the safe’s condition. Using specialist tools and our knowledge of antique locking systems, we were able to open the safe non-destructively, preserving both the lock and the safe’s structural integrity. No drilling, no damage—just precision work by experienced hands.

Once the safe was open, we checked the internal mechanism and gave it a service to ensure smooth operation going forward. We also provided the church staff with clear guidance on how to operate the lock to avoid similar issues in the future.

The safe was restored to full working order, ready to continue protecting the church’s valuable items for years to come.

Another heritage safe professionally and respectfully opened in Lytham St Annes by Paladin Safe Services. Whether modern or antique, we treat every safe with the care it deserves—ensuring secure, non-destructive access when it matters most.

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