Customer Reviews

Master Lock 8417D Python Adjustable Locking Cable, 6-Foot

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I bought several of these locks to secure my kayak, canoe and motorboat after someone stole my canoe right out of my backyard. The big advantage of this lock is that the cable can slip through a small opening, like a dock cleat or the pre-drilled hole in the bow of my kayak. The locks worked fine for the first year, but after a year of being outside the lock corroded to the point where I couldn't even insert a key in the lock. No amount of WD-40 or Liquid Wrench would loosen it up so I was forced to cut the cable. That leads to the next concern. Using nothing more than pliers and my long-handle garden pruners, I managed to gnaw my way through the cable in about 15 minutes. I would imagine that with better tools the cable could have been cut much quicker, so it's not a high-security device; I think it would provide a reasonable deterrent though for all but the most determined thieves.

The 8417D is an impressive cable lock. The cable diameter is actually 8mm, not 5. This translates into a stronger cable, but slightly less flexibility and more weight. The device works by two opposing jaws clamping down on the vinyl coating of the cable when locked. The vice grips are about 3/4" long each, so they provide more friction than any person could feasibly remove without tools. It also coils up nicely, and comes with a velcro strap to bundle it up for storage. My only concern is the very small key pattern, which can probably be picked without too much trouble.

I bought four of these for my game cameras and Amazon delivered very quickly - as usual.
I replaced my homemade locking cables with these and they are PERFECT for my Moultrie game cameras. The cable went into the holes perfectly. The 3/8" cable locks are too big, these were a perfect fit - not too tight, not too loose. The only drawback is that they will not come keyed alike when ordered from Amazon. Maybe go to a local store that carries these and try to find matching sets. I had no luck locally. You might get with Masterlock if you want them keyed alike, but the price I paid for them here, I can and will carry four different keys.
They are easy to work...put in the key, turn the key (to unlock), which opens the hole so the cable can go in, while the key stays in the unlocked position, put the cable in the hole, then turn the key (to lock) and remove it. You can still pull the cable tighter, but you can't loosen it up. Great for game cameras.

The lock performed just as advertised. It was easy to use and works great locking down my desk top computer in a large open warehouse. Very well made, and sturdy.

i use these locks for my hunting cams the 3/16 lock works on the leaf river,cuddy back ,and talon trail cams . they work good on treestands as well.if you need more than one try to get them keyed the same.

This lock works great BUT you have to follow the instructions. If you put the cable in the wrong direction it does not hold at all. If you put it in the other way it locks fine. Just be sure to note which way it says to insert the cable and you will be fine.

Really awesome bicycle cable lock. Able to fit it through a tiny hole in my bike seat and through my wheels and helmet. You only have to worry about the thickness of the cable, it doesn't make a loop at the end which makes most cables bulkier. I would suggest using this with a u lock if you have a decent bicycle. :)
Works really well for me. Really happy about buying this item. You won't regret it. I just coil it up after I unlock it, and just keep it unlocked until I use it the next day. That means I only have to use my keys once a day. Saves time due to not needing keys to lock the bike, only to unlock the lock.

The Master Lock Python is perfect for my needs--and a whole lot more.
I originally purchased the lock for attaching my helmet, jacket (through the sleeve) and any other stuff to my motorcycle. It serves this purpose and more. With a 6' cable you can come up with all kinds of uses.
Interesting point: it was less expensive to buy from Amazon--shipping included--than it was for me to drive down the street to the big box. Go figure! Yeah--it's a great buy.

I bought this cable lock to replace a combination cable lock that I used to lock my helmet and jacket to my motorcycle. The numbers wore off the combination lock making it difficult to operate. The 5/16 cable is easy to slip through the sleeves of my jacket and 6' is plenty long enough to go through the sleeves of both mine and my wife's jackets and through the chin guard of our full face helmets. The lock is light weight and doesn't take up much room in my saddlebag.

I bought 2 of these cable locks for my trail cams. One wouldn't release the cable. I had to return it for a replacement. Amazon was great to work with on that matter. The locks are not the quality I expected for a Master Lock product.