Know your key type

When buying house keys, especially designer house keys, the main thing you need to keep in mind is the type of key that you want to duplicate. There are many different types of house keys, don’t make the mistake of buying the wrong type. The most common types are KW1 (Kwikset), SC1 (Schlage) and WR5(Weiser).

Key blanks can be correctly identified in one of 3 ways:

  • First, a key blank may be identified by the shape of the head of the key. The shape of the head is an invaluable aid in identifying a key blank, but it is not a guarantee of a match. See Figure: Key Type.
  • Second, a key blank may be identified by the alpha-numeric code found on the key head. See Figure: Key Type.
  • Third, all else fails, ask a local locksmith.
KeysRCool: House key type

Figure: Key Type

Interchangeable key types:

  • KW1 = 66
  • KW10 = 97
  • KW1 = KW = KW10
  • SC1 = 68

Note: KW1 is a 5 pin blank KW11 is a 6 pin blank. KW11 will work in place of a KW1 but not vice versa. The KW11 is usually used in Titan locks.

42 responses

  1. Hello, my name is Luis. I wanted a customized key but I was just wondering what the process is for you guys to duplicate my key. Would I have to send my own key in or how would that process work? thank you.

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    1. HI:

      I do not ‘cut’ the key. You can take the key to your local hardware store (Home Depot, Lowes, Ace, etc…) and they will ‘cut’ the key

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      1. Do you have the Elvis TCB blank key in KW?

        I have 2 SC1 Elvis TCB — http://www.keysrcool.com/keys/elvis/keys_elvis_1.htm
        as of 4 dec 2017

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      2. Can I take it to a Walmart

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      3. Any business that has a key cutting machine, can cut these keys.

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  2. My house key is a #97. Is that equivalent to a kw11?

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    1. Yes, a KW11 will work for a #97

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  3. Richard Johnson | Reply

    I need to get 1 SC1 key and 1 KW 1 key both with the giraffe print. Can I get that from you?

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    1. No, I only have the SC1 in stock for the giraffe. I do have the SC1 & KW for Jaguar: http://www.keysrcool.com/keys/animal/keys_jaguar.htm

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  4. Can you make colorful blank keys with paw prints
    Thank you
    Debra

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  5. An Axxess+ 95 is equivalent to a SC4 (schlage lock).

    I have the SC1 but the SC4 is longer so, the SC1 will not work

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  6. Kwanporn Piamsukwat | Reply

    I have the round key head number 80-18 BWA Another side is Y1 which key is fit for this type ?

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    1. We do not carry the mentioned key types.

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  7. DANIEL VILLARREAL | Reply

    do you have houston astros in kw 11 blank keys?

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    1. HI: I do not have a Houston Astros in KW11. KW1 is a 5 pin blank KW11 is a 6 pin blank. KW11 will work in place of a KW1 but not vice versa. The KW11 is usually used in Titan locks.

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      1. DANIEL VILLARREAL

        Hi, Which Sports Kw 11 Key Uncut Blanks Do You Have In Stick P preferably Houston Nba Rockets, NFL Texans Or Houston Astros
        Do You Have In Stock?
        Thank You!

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      2. HI … I do not carry KW11 key types.

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  8. is a 77 type security key compatible with a KW or SC1

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    1. No, a key type of 77 is NOT compatible to KW or SC1

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  9. Do you have anything #77 colored?

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    1. HI, I do not have any #77 / AR1 keys.

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  10. Alexopoulos christos | Reply

    Good morning i’m from greece and i have a hyosung gv650 and i want skulls key fits anyone? Thank you very much

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    1. HI, I do not have any motorcycle keys. Only Kwikset & Schlage (house keys) ..
      Good Luck KeysRCool.com

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  11. HI John:
    Is the key a 5 pin vs 6 pin?

    The SC1 on the site are compatible to the 5 pin C key type. If unsure of the # pin, please consult w/ local locksmith.

    ILCO DESIGNATION SCHLAGE KEYWAY
    SC1 5 pin C
    SC4 6 pin C

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  12. In the Monster range do you have a C4 or Lockwood type (Ausralia)

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    1. I only have the Mike & Sulley in the KW and SC1 key type. I have NOT seen the key in the C4 or Lockwood key type.

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  13. yes, a 66 is compatible with the KW1 & KW key type

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  14. I need a size 70 key what should I look for

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    1. HI. I do not have the size 70 key type.

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  15. HI,

    Do you ship to England? If so, do you have anything that would work for a Yale housekey?

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    1. HI: I do ship to England. I do not know the key type for your Yale house key. The site has only KW1, KW 10 & SC1 key types. Please talk to a lock smith to confirm the compatibility for your house key.

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  16. I have a key from WalMart. It has the number 67 on the back. Is that enough of an identifier, or do you need more information? I’m looking for a couple of Husker blank keys, but I’m not finding them here in Florida. 🙂 Thank you.

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    1. I do not have any 67/WR3 keys on the website…

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  17. Is this a 66 key ?

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    1. the key type is on the head of the key. there is no attached pic… if in doubt of the key type, ask a locksmith.

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  18. I am at lowes trying to have the key cut but they informed me I need a barcode to scan on their machine before they can cut it?

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    1. HI: I do not have a barcode for this key. This is the 1st time I have heard of a bar code needed to cut a key.

      Please try a different store (home depot, ace, or local locksmith).

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  19. Do you have any SC1 in the Whale key? I only see KW1 as an option. I am interested in 4 if you have them. Thank you!

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    1. The manufacturer (Hillman) does not make the Whale key in the key type SC1.

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  20. I have a kw11 key could I use the sc1 key ?

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    1. HI: a KW11 is not comparable to an SC1.

      Be careful w/ the KW11, it is longer than the KW1, KW10, or KW.

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