Typically an office keys is one of the most mundane tools you carry in your pocket. But, the key to my office key is a little different.
When I first received the key, I was curious. It is flat and almost looks like a key chain—but it is the actual key. When you get to the door, the key is placed in the lock which is similar to a deadbolt. Turning the lock will open the latch for the door to be open. While I have a traditional key for my inside office, but for the outside door, I was given this flat key.
From what I understand, the key works a magnet. The magnets talk to the magnets in the lock to be able to match the code to open the lock. That is my best guess at how it works, but it is definitely an interesting tool. The thin key fits easily in my pocket, but I only have two keys, so this isn’t the best measure. However, I can see how it could be thinner over all.
In America, we have just gotten used to the idea of having a card key. So, it was absolutely amazing to see a key such as this one and I don’t think America is quite ready for this one. This is just one of the minor details that I find day by day as I live this year in Korea. I am surprised that my office key would be a point of interest.