Expect the Unexpected: Calm Under Pressure
- james07406
- Nov 17
- 2 min read
This weekend was a mixture of work and play. By day, I was out enjoying my hobby — metal detecting across Dorset’s fields. By night, I was on call as a locksmith, responding to two emergencies:
A key snapped off in a lock.
A straightforward lockout.
Both were resolved quickly, but every locksmith knows the golden rule: expect the unexpected and stay calm under pressure.
When Hobby Meets Real‑Life Drama, just stay calm
That lesson rang true in a very different way while detecting. Instead of coins or relics, we uncovered a live hand grenade. In that moment, the same principles applied:
Stay calm and composed.
Stay focused
We called the Dorset Police and then the Bomb Squad were called to deal with the situation.
It was a reminder that preparation and composure matter — whether you’re facing a broken lock or something far more dramatic.
Why This Matters for Locksmithing
Locksmithing often throws curveballs too:
A lock mechanism failing in an unusual way.
A UPVC door dropping out of alignment.
A customer locked out at the worst possible time.
In each case, the key is to stay composed, use experience, and rely on the right tools — just as I did when faced with that grenade.
Williams Locksmiths: Prepared for Anything
A fully equipped mobile workshop ready for emergencies.
Expertise in non‑destructive entry and heritage lock restoration.
A commitment to clear, transparent pricing and honest communication.
Just as I handled the grenade discovery with composure, I bring the same mindset to every locksmith job: calm, professional, and focused on keeping you safe.
Final Thoughts
Life has a way of surprising us. Sometimes it’s a midnight lockout, sometimes it’s a relic from history. The key is to expect the unexpected and be prepared.
That’s the promise behind Williams Locksmiths: whatever challenge comes your way, you can trust that I’ll handle it with professionalism, calm, and care.
Call James on 07525050779
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