Arson-gutted West Seattle locksmith shop about to reopen

(3/26/08 WSB photo)
He vowed he would rebuild, and now he has: Four and a half months after the arson attack that shut down locksmith Michael Dein‘s business, Puget Sound Key and Lock on the north edge of Morgan Junction, he just sent word the shop is about to reopen – and planning to offer a special service:

Just wanted to let everyone know that I am re-opening my shop on Monday!!!

I got my keys back yesterday, and am taking this weekend to set up the shop, so i just wanted to take a second to thank everyone for their support in helping me to reopen my shop. I look forward to being able to continue to serve the community, which I have truly grown to love.

Many of you may not be aware of how serious a problem domestic abuse is in modern society, and in an effort to do our share in making the exit of an abusive relationship safer, we will provide, free of charge, rekeying services to the victims of domestic abuse who have obtained “no contact,” “restraining” or other such lawful decrees. This is an open-ended offer, and we are available 24/7.

Thanks again,
Mike Dein – Puget Sound Key & Lock
206-933-8882

To this date, no arrest has been made in connection with the March 21st early-morning fire that gutted Dein’s shop (6016 California SW); tips are still welcome at 800-55-ARSON. Dein told us the day of the fire that he had no insurance, and that moved WSB Forum Community members to action; a month afterward, they put on a well-attended fundraiser (WSB coverage here).

JanS August 9, 2008 (12:25 pm)

Yay for Michael. We had so much fun at the fundraiser for him. It was a pleasure to do. I’m so glad to see him back on his feet and opening his shop again. :)

Kathy August 9, 2008 (12:42 pm)

I’m really happy to hear the news! I love the way he’s chosen to give back to the community.

dq August 9, 2008 (6:17 pm)

congratulations on getting back in business and thank you for giving back to the community

Aim August 9, 2008 (10:10 pm)

As a survivor of DV who left the relationship 15+ years ago, it absolutely warms my heart to see Michael’s choice of ways to give back. You’re a good man. We’ll be in there as soon as you’re open again, as we need some housekey copies. The infamous Home Depot on Delridge made us 6 copies, none of which actually worked!

Megan August 10, 2008 (8:36 am)

Wow. What a wonderful gesture. Good for him. And good for the community to have such a great, positive small business. Let’s tell everyone we know about them so they can use them for any of their lock and key-related needs in the future.

CB August 10, 2008 (10:51 am)

Great news! Best of luck.

nants August 10, 2008 (12:31 pm)

How ironic,Aim, same thing happened to me twice at the Home Depot!! They just can’t get the key thing right. Mike, I want to support you and also appreciate what you are offering DV victims…I was there once and what you are offering is very comforting to someone in that awful place. I will be in to have some keys cut and will recommend your store to my neighbors and friends! Thank you and Congrats on the re-opening!

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