This lock is rock solid and for the proper purpose, such as a locker lock more than adequate. I use it to our canoe with a Endschlaufendrahtseil close to the wall in the garage. In this construction, the wire anyway the shortcoming, an upgraded lock would make as much sense. If it is to be truly safe, I would always recommend a discus lock which can not be levered and are also little to no point of attack on the bracket: ABUS 20317 padlock 50mm mm 24 IB 50