Designed to give an exact image of a key,the Clam allows the user to conveniently cast a replica key.Duplicates of rare and historic keys may be created by utilizing the Clam.The lockamith can make dupilcates when a duplicator is not available or when they are out of stock on the needed key blank.The duplicates can be cut at a later date or different location.Duplicates of the bit on a high security key can be cast and preserved for later duplicaton resulting in considerable savings for the customer and a high margin sale for the safe technician.The uses are as varied as your imagination.