The owner was prompt, kind, patient, helpful, and even taught me something new about my key! This will be my new local locksmith. I recommend. If you have trouble finding it like I did, it's behind the UFC gym. read more

TOSHI was very helpful in installing my Digital key lock I would definitely recommend him to everyone!

Reliable, reasonable, and old-school service! I have used Old Towne Lock & Key several times and cannot recommend them highly enough. Toshi is incredibly reliable and always on time, even when I need him out early in the morning for a rental property rekey. His pricing is always reasonable, and his work is excellent. I've also visited their family-owned shop on Hawthorne Blvd, which is run by his wife, Reiko. They have an impressive selection of various key blanks, and on one particular occasion, they were even able to track down a rare blank for a forklift key I desperately needed duplicated. Together, Toshi and Reiko run an amazing, old-school business at 19800 Hawthorne Blvd (Ste 414 in Torrance). I love supporting this shop, will definitely continue using them in the future, and highly recommend them to anyone needing locksmith services! read more

Came during open hours. Closed. Came a different day during work hours, and was completely ignored from both people behind the counter for almost 15 minutes. Go anywhere else. read more

I have been coming over to Toshi for all of my lock and key needs for over 20 years. Quite simply put Toshi is the best that there is in the Lock & Key business. My current lock & key needs concern my 1975 Porsche Carrera. My ignition lock Assy just got tired after 50 years of service! I bought a brand new Ignition Assy and Toshi installed brand new internal parts. The result was a new Ignition re-keyed resulting in my now having all key locks on my vehicle were now the same. The only difference was that all locks now operated smooth as silk ! Bob G. read more

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Been coming here for a while now. Very friendly service and affordable price. It's located weirdly in the back of the UFC gym. They also do mobile service but I just usually take my lock in for better pricing. Thank you Old Towne lock & Key read more

I lost my flip key fob. I purchased an after market replacement so I needed the key to be cut by copying my spare key and also program the new key immobilizer with his hand held computer, for Acura MDX 2009. Very experienced locksmith and economical. Thanks for easy fix and saving me money. Old school business and new tech knowledge. CASH only! read more

Place is hard to find. It's not in the main area where all the shops. To get there go down the small road between UFG gym and HearUSA. It's on the corner of the backside of the gym. They take cash only so we ended up going somewhere else. Prices are about the same as order places. read more

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A fast service for key duplicates or copies. Cash only. It's in the back of UFC gym. This place has a lot of personality and history I can feel. read more

After trying to get a key made for my classic 1978 Yamaha motorcycle without success at several other locksmiths in the Torrance area, I finally found a locksmith who took the time to find the correct double-sided key for me and make it work. 5 stars. read more

The owners are very accommodating and helpful. I would recommend this business to anybody.

This place is a hidden gem. It's located on the backside of the Old Towne Mall behind the UFC gym. If you drive on the road on the south side of the gym, the locksmith is on the corner as you turn to the rear access road. It is worth the effort. It is a small family owned business and the owner knows everything about keys. I rarely leave reviews but this shop deserves to be highlighted. read more

[Review #696] 2022 Yelp 100 Challenge (17/100) I called around town for an automotive locksmith to create a duplicate Porsche car key for my manager. I also inquired with Porsche South Bay to check cost & timing; it would cost $250 & was a formal & lengthy process that would take approximately 1 week to complete. Luckily, the service department has an alternative recommendation that is less expensive & has faster turnaround. And this is how I found out about Old Towne Lock & Key. Old Towne Lock & Key is located in the Torrance Promenade shopping center, on the southeast corner behind the UFC Gym, across from Ponce Recycling Center. There's a narrow alley on the south side of the gym that leads to the locksmith. I shop at this center frequently & have never been back here so I create a map to direct my manager here. If you use Waze & entered the shop's name, the directions are not as accurate than if you entered the recycling center for directions. Most locksmiths said European car keys are more difficult to duplicate than Asian brands, so they don't provide this service. The 2 that I did find either charged an exorbitant amount or can't quote until he sees the key & vehicle even when I said it's an older model & likely before the keyless entry/sensor keys. I had trouble reaching Locksmith Toshi via cell phone initially because he was on a house call, but he's responsive when he's at the shop. He confirmed he could duplicate the key for $10 & it'll be done in a couple of mins. What?!! He also confirmed that he could duplicate house/generic keys at $2.50/key, which is more or less the going rate of most local locksmiths. Just to be safe, I asked my manager to send me a pic of his car key so I can show Toshi in-person if this is something he can duplicate. Yep... done & done!! When you look around, the space is small & cluttered with walls & walls of blank keys, display cases of knickknacks & other odds & ends (there's a bunch of model cars, not sure if they're RC, in the glass display below -- for show or sale?). In addition to the scores of keys, there are solid front door locks stationed by the entrance. Wished I knew about OTL&K when we replaced our front door along with a new lock, & when our kids locked us out. I texted my manager that Toshi will be in/available after his appointment, & he's able to duplicate his car & house keys. My manager was barely there for 20-mins. & got 2 sets of the Porsche spare key along with a bunch of house & lock keys for less than $40. In addition, Toshi referred a Porsche mechanic to look into another issue; talk about killing multiple birds with one stone! My manager left happy & I received glowing praises for this find!! Old Towne Lock & Key doesn't leave much of an impactful impression upon first sight, but don't let that deter you from this solid mom & pop locksmith. With honest service, cheap to competitive pricing, Toshi will give you what you need without fuss & fast turnaround. Just be sure to bring cash, they don't accept checks or credit cards. Highly Recommended: key duplication (quality key, fast turnaround, & inexpensive)! read more

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Great customer service. I always walk in to a great smile from the owner and it a one stop shop for all your lock and key needs

I have always gotten great service here from Toshi the owner. He is very nice, honest and goes above and beyond to help you. I highly recommended him. read more

I've been using the services of OLD TOWNE LOCK & KEY for almost 20 years. Toshi is wonderful and very knowledgeable in what he does. I always recommended him to everyone. read more

Finally! A physical locksmith location!! Superb service. Got a whole set of keys copied to what we requested. Shop is located by the recycling center. read more

Great locksmith with reasonable prices. Friendly and fast for getting keys made. Open 6 days a week closed on Sunday. Can do rekeys as well. read more

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Always helpful, reasonable prices, and just a good local neighborhood business. I've had keys made and key fobs programmed here

The best locksmith in So Cal. Very reliable, friendly and informative. Always explains what needs to be done. He answers all the questions you may have. Don't waste your time any where else. He is the last of the professional caring locksmiths. He handles your emergency situations promptly and efficiently. read more

The key fob for my Honda Civic broke. I looked up on Yelp a place I can go to to get it replaced after work and I found this business on Yelp. I went in and after a small wait the owner began to help me. He gave me a new key fob and a new key. Very easy and quick transaction. Very nice employees too. This place is cash only. read more

They always provide quick and reliable service when you need replacement keys this is my go to locksmith

Quick, friendly, and affordable. Also extremely helpful! He made sure I knew how to reprogram my new key before I left. He was the highlight of my day! read more

In backside of Torrance Promenade Mall. There is a break between the buildings so you can drive there. It's the only store on that stretch of the back building Much of the counter is devoted to lush potted plants which provide welcome greenery & more fresh oxygen. Tons of keys from old school to higher tech chip in keys. All sorts of assocated lock & key accoutrement as well as selling fancy front door locks including ornate handles in what looks lIke brass or pewter. I wanted to duplicate an old Schlage key from probably the 1960's. I had gone to Home Depot, which is good for nothing when it comes to old school parts. Also went to an automated key kiosk at Albertson's which initially mistook my house key for a car key. Then later telling me they could mail the supposed duplicate key by mail after scanning it. However, it could be days before I got the key, and what would I do if the duplicate didn't work? At Old Towne Lock & Key, they made a duplicate in less than 2 minutes. Ultra fast service. Better to come here first than to waste time going to newer shops that don't stock a full range of blank keys. Bravo! 日本語で気楽に話せます。 read more

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This is the finest locksmith in the South Bay. His rates are reasonable especially for the high quality work he performs I've used him various times from 20 year old Toyota Tundra replacement keys. rekeying locks on a rental property to fixing a disengaged bathroom door lock. He is completely transparent , engaging and informative. I would use no one else. His shop is a little hard to find but it just adds to his mystique. read more

Just walked out of this store, and felt like I made a new friend, ha! They've been in business for 30 years I was told. What wonderful people and service! I will be coming back w my car keys for assistant. MUST READ- Beware of scams who has stolen their store name! Do not call if the number begins w 862! These people will work on your home doors, over price you, ask for $ tip, and make an extra key to your home to rob! Police are aware and so should you! read more

Old Towne Lock & Key - Keys & Locksmiths Near Me - Torrance, California

I needed service for car key where plastic came off the top from the key ring. I was in and out quick. Had the parts requested for my vehicle type and put the key new housing. Tested it out and comes at a good price point. read more

Old Towne Lock and Key has been my place for making 100% accurate duplicate keys for my home and my vehicles since I moved into the Southbay area 20 years ago. Toshi the owner's prices and "key making craftsmanship" is second to none. Recently "Old Towne Lock & Key" had been hijacked by unscrupulous unlicensed scammers who used his shop's name to siphon business away, pretending they were him. To get to his correct and rightful shop, please call 310-371-6629 (see pic of his business card on Yelp). Hopefully these scammers will be caught and persecuted to the fullest extent of the law. read more

PLEASE do not call the number listed above, this is my family friends business and the number listed above is a scam with a middle eastern man who answers, the phone and hangs up if the customer asks if this is old towne lock n key! DO NOT CALL THE NUMBER ABOVE if you want to contact the correct old towne lock n key and not get scammed please call (310) 371-6629 ONLY! TOSHI ENAMI ONLY PERSON WHO IS THE LOCK SMITH DOES NOT HAVE ANY PARTNERS AND HE IS NOT 24/7. read more

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The best!! We had duplicates made of our hard to find Baldwin keys. Mr. Toshi is very knowledgeable & helpful!!

Haven't even been to the location yet and I F**king love this guy. Toshi is the man! He's been here 41 years for a reason. He's honest and wants what's best for the customer. This is a very rare trait in customer service these days so it's incredibly refreshing when someone is so helpful and honest. I will be giving them all of my business and will most definitely be referring others to his business. read more

Great service! The keys are always done right. The owner is a real expert of his work. I was fortunate to find this business for all of my lock and key services. read more

Our go-to locksmith. Tosh is the best. Reliable, trustworthy and hard working. My parents have used him for years- and now we do, too.

CASH ONLY SPOT Location is easy to find behind the south end of the UFC gym within the Old Torrance Towne Center Parking is abundant in private lot. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and professional. We needed some new keys and when the keys did not work they quickly remedied the problem. We were in and out quick with shiny new keys in hand. Thank you for excellent service! read more

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Let me tell you something. If you break your key off inside your trunk lock like someone I know it's going to cost you a pretty penny to extract it then get a duplicate key made. Especially if you didn't make a duplicate 2 years ago when you bought the car. But noooooo. Anyways Christmas is coming and there was no way we were going to pay THAT much just for a key. Seriously. Luckily this particular car uses 2 separate keys. So The Mister works at a dealership. I'm like baby ask someone at work. Someone has to know someone who knows someone. So they recommend Old Town Lock and Key. His dealership has used them for years and years and years. He walked in with his broken key and they were still able to duplicate it. How cool is that? They were so nice and gave us such a deal on the key. Unlike the 6 locksmiths I called in Orange County. And they gave him 2 keys. Again for cheap. Even if you don't need a key. You do need a duplicate key. That way your not in trouble like we were. I recommend them for sure. read more

I went to ACE Hardware to get my car key duplicated and the cut was way off. Luckily, I was able to have Mr. Toshi save my new key and cut it correctly. He wasn't going to charge me at first, but I insisted to paying him to support his business. Great customer service and I'm totally satisfied. Thank you again! read more

I was so happy to find Old Towne Lock & Key still in business after 40+ years. The owner is an expert locksmith who is honest, reasonable, and willing to offer guidance , even if it means undercutting his business for himself so that you can get your lock and key issue resolved at minimal cost. It is reassuring to know that there business owners like him. I highly recommend him. The business is tucked away behind the Old Towne Mall business buildings, right by the recycling center in the back. read more

Great local business! Very hidden and cash only. Kind of makes you feel more safe knowing this since they are working with your locks. Located behind the Planet Fitness building, this business is a small shop operated by a kind couple. They were able to rekey a lock with keypad quickly and for a reasonable price. This company will definitely be my go to locksmith. read more

This is just my go to place for lock and key. Every time I go here I am more and more impressed with their expertise and great customer service. Next time? I need to buy a lock. read more

The guy is a magician! Got all my knobs to get to one key! Also had a problem knob and he opened the knob and did his thing and fixed it! Thanks Toshi! read more

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