External door locks

Yorky1

I want to upgrade the standard Euro cylinder barrels on uPVC external doors to anti-snap / anti-bump types.

This seems to be a simple DIY job so I just want to buy the locks. Can anyone recommend a brand and where to get them from? I've heard that ABUS pfaffenhain are the best quality.

With these locks, is it necessary to have them flushing fitting on the outside to prevent a "snap" attempt?

Finally, is it possible to have the locks keyed alike?

Also, for inward opening french doors, would sash jammers be necessary in addition to changing the locks?

Thanks in advance.

s_b

saw this on the box the other night (bb1 look north?)apparently these locks break really easy and it all started in bradford
hope the link helps
http://www.northyorkshire.police.uk/index.aspx?articleid=8251

bondy01

I suspect from your username you saw the item on Look North last night. Had an e-mail from the police about this problem and the 2 they recommend are Avocet ABS and Yale Anti Snap. The e-mail also mentions sash jammers which are quite cheap and I suspect they would be a good idea. I'm in Huddersfield btw and they are available at some local police stations in addition to the internet. Can't answer your other questions though.

TimBuckTeeth

I have the Avocet ABS locks and would recommend them. They are good quality and are anti-snap, anti-bump and pick resistant.