Cutting Props

The Tradesman Fire Storefront Lock Cutting Prop simulates all of the necessary actions required to cut a mortise lock with a rotary saw.

Students must pry the outer section on springs away from the mounted body of the prop, replicating the real world application of spreading the door reveal to allow room for the saw to cut the lock, simulated with mild steel bar stock.

After the cut, instructors simply un-clamp the consumable, slide it forward, re-tighten, and you are ready for the next evolution to begin.

Thin steel slats cover the cutting side surfaces of the prop to prolong your prop’s life, and are easily replaceable. Cut your own, or we’d be happy to get you what you need.
Uses 1-1/2” x 1/2” mild steel flat bar, which is easily sourced from any local metal supplier.

We recommend cutting 2’ sections to use in the prop.
Uses the same bolt pattern as the Craftsman II door prop and Accessory Frame, and can mount directly to the uprights.

We also have a wall mount available for $50

Tradesman Fire’s Rebar Cutting Prop is simple and robust, ready to take the abuse you throw at it. Insert your consumable into the prop, tighten the screw, and start cutting.

Multiple mounting configurations provide the flexibility to create the scenario you want. The prop mounts on any 45° angle allowing several orientations.

Bundle multiple props together to create window bar or cage evolutions.
Rebar up to ¾”
Round stock up to ⅝”
Bolts up to ⅝”, and up to grade 8
The octagonal star bolt pattern allows mounting in any orientation and fits the Craftsman II Door Prop and Accessory Frame bolt pattern. The prop mounts on any 45° angle allowing several orientations.

We also have a wall mount available for $50