1959 Six Window Door Keys Cut

[BillR. CLC # 29203]

Doors Handles inside and out installed.
Striker plates installed.
Locking mechanisms with sound deadening cloth in doors installed.
Each open and close very well with a very nice sounds of "progress".
Enjoyed seeing the sense of accomplishment on my son's face when he closed the first one.
Installed key / door lock mechanisms.
Only one key.
Having the code on the key is it as simple as going to the local Cadillac dealer to get a few backups cut?
Thanks in advance.
Bill Rodwick
CLC # 29203 

[35-709]

For a 1959 the dealer's parts man will no doubt just look at you with a wry smile and shake his head.  An older locksmith in town may still have those codes, if all else fails the sure bet is Jesser Keys.

http://www.jessersclassickeys.com/ 

[BillR. CLC # 29203]

G. Newcombe,
Thanks for the guidance.
We will put it to good use.
Bill Rodwick
CLC#29203

[35-709]

   You're welcome, thanks.
Geoff

[59-in-pieces]

Bill,
Were you looking for OEM for your Cad or will GM blanks work - available on eBay from time to time and your local locksmith.
The OEM blanks are a different story.
I don't know the recommended source, but here is a pic of the OEM's.

Have fun,
Steve B.

[Glen]

Jesser Keys has those key blanks. 

[BillR. CLC # 29203]

Steve B. and Glen,
Thanks for your feedback and guidance.
Bill Rodwick
CLC#29203

[bcroe]

For many years the key blank had several grove patters available,
they are identified by A, B, C, etc and may be found on the blank. 
There are 6 positions which might be cut to 1 or 4 levels, later it
went to 5 levels to increase the total number of codes.  Some cuts
were not used to avoid weakening the key too much.  All that info
was in code books which locksmiths had, that code may be popped
out of the handle to keep it private.  A good locksmith can make a
key from the number, which may also be on/in the lock. 

Mine are just keyed the same as my other cars, swapping locks is
probably simpler and cheaper than sending out for keys.  Bruce Roe

[BillR. CLC # 29203]

Bruce Roe,
Am I correct in assuming the "grooves" you mention are what we used to call the "key way" back in the days when Hotels had steel keys?
Thanks.
Bill Rodwick
CLC#29203

[bcroe]

Bruce Roe,
Am I correct in assuming the "grooves" you mention are what we used to call the "key way" back in the days when Hotels had steel keys?  Thanks.  Bill Rodwick  CLC#29203

I suppose that is the correct term instead of my generalized GROOVES. 
The different patterns expand the number of possible codes for that
lock design. 

To easily compare these on different keys, look at the handle end where
the cuts end.  This pattern directly corresponds to the key blank letter. 
Bruce Roe