Chapter 01 — 1972
The Garage Days
What began with one man, a passion for hardware, and a garage to work in is where this company started. In 1972, Patrick Collins opened “Collins’ Keys & Things,” cutting keys and servicing locks with humble beginnings and big ambitions.
From the very first lock, the way he meant to do business was clear: personal enough that every customer was known by name, and professional enough to earn their trust on every job. That first shop was small, but the standard never was.














