We can help you with all automotive lock and key issues. Transponder keys and programming, factory remotes, and a multitude of repair services are available. We are a full-time and full-service locksmith company. Two fully equipped service vans bring the repair center to your door. Each van features key-machines and fabrication tools to make keys and repair locks for your home, auto, or business.The vans are stocked with a variety of locks and parts for quick service. Our vintage store front in historic downtown Winona displays many of the residential locks we offer.
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The story begins in 1968. Dr. E.O. Thompson Sr., known as "Tom" since college, was an optometrist at Plymouth Optical in Winona. After a change in personnel, he had the local hardware store re-key the office lock. The new keys didn't work very well. Disappointed, and ever the perfectionist, he disassembled the locks and made it work better.
With more than 50 years of experience in the field, Tom's Lock Service offers efficient and outstanding service in the shop or on the job. If stranded, we come to you with one of our full-service rescue vans to do the repair on site. We offer a wide variety of key chain accessories, including, but not limited to, key caps, bottle openers, sports teams, lanyards, and wrist bands.
Vials of tear gas, shown on the right, were commonly used in safes beginning in the 1920s and ending in the early 1950s. The gas tubes were meant to prevent theft by breaking upon forced entry into a safe. The non-lethal gas emitted from a theft makes breathing difficult and severely irritates the eye, causing tearing, pain, and occasionally blindness.
Has been a locksmith since 1977 and owner of Tom's Lock Service since 1983. He's a graduate of Winona State University with degrees in Business and Economics. Emerit is a Winona native and lives here with his wife and three daughters. He loves cruising in his convertible, drawing with pen & ink, woodworking, and (once again) loves cruising in his convertible.
Reviews (18)
Steve Zastrow
May 12, 2022
Wolfstalker
May 05, 2022
Rchunter
Apr 09, 2022
Ahna G.
Apr 08, 2022
Aaron Johnson
Feb 23, 2022
Max Singer
Jan 29, 2022
Vince
Jan 12, 2022
Cherie Harkenrider
Nov 20, 2021
In addition to the above list of "Good quality" "Good value" "Professional" and "Responsive'. the Incredibly pleasant customer service REALLY impressed me. a RARITY from many businesses or independent 'contractors'. Tom's Lock Service hasn't been in business for over 50 years without earning it. Thank You!
Vicky Kinser
Aug 20, 2021
Russ Mahlmeister
Aug 15, 2021
Jason Dicus
Jun 26, 2021
Mark Ellefson
Jun 17, 2021
Spanky Carroll
Mar 14, 2021
Kylee Z.
Feb 01, 2021
I was a dumb ass and drunkenly misplaced my keys. Needed a spare quickly the next day so I could get to my job. Tom's got right on it and met me on short notice and let me write a check because I didn't have cash on me and I thought my car died (it didn't)
When I found my original pair of keys the worker Nate reprogrammed them for me and showed me how to make it work.
He even knocked a little off of the price because he felt bad and I again am a drunk dumb ass. I have never written a YELP review before but I had to give these guys the best review. They were quick, friendly, personable, and most importantly great at their jobs.
When I found my original pair of keys the worker Nate reprogrammed them for me and showed me how to make it work.
He even knocked a little off of the price because he felt bad and I again am a drunk dumb ass. I have never written a YELP review before but I had to give these guys the best review. They were quick, friendly, personable, and most importantly great at their jobs.
Kylee Z.
Feb 01, 2021
I was a dumb ass and drunkenly misplaced my keys. Needed a spare quickly the next day so I could get to my job. Tom's got right on it and met me on short notice and let me write a check because I didn't have cash on me and I thought my car died (it didn't) When I found my original pair of keys the worker Nate reprogrammed them for me and showed me how to make it work.
He even knocked a little off of the price because he felt bad and I again am a drunk dumb ass. I have never written a YELP review before but I had to give these guys the best review. They were quick, friendly, personable, and most importantly great at their jobs.
He even knocked a little off of the price because he felt bad and I again am a drunk dumb ass. I have never written a YELP review before but I had to give these guys the best review. They were quick, friendly, personable, and most importantly great at their jobs.
Noah Hauser
Nov 11, 2020
Aaron J.
Aug 26, 2020
Boardwalk F.
Jan 18, 2012