Will the numbers on the buttons wear out over time?
639615
Had mine for 3 years just bought two more for the new house. NEVER had any of the numbers fade or rub off.
694717
I've had a couple of sets of these for going on for years now and I don't have any sign of where so to speak. I also picked A code that uses for different buttons. That could be a factor.
1333325
I checked with my kids. They said they have not known it to wear out over time, so it should be fine.
224955
I have had mine for more than five years. It has shown no wearing down at all. I am very happy with it.
317105
I have had these for three years and the numbers show no sign of wearing off.
1241604
The buttons quit working on mine about 9 months after purchase. I called B&D; and they helped me get a replacement.
1616045
They aren't soft like jelly or soft silicone but they are thin enough that I've never had an issue using the buttons. I wouldn't worry about it.
1070447
they can wear down over time, but I believe it is printed well enough to last, unless there is going to be constant heavy rubbing on the top or side where it is printed.
340798
the buttons are pretty "firm" so I haven't really had any issues with this being a problem. I have accidentally turned it off maybe once.
1603712
I haven't noticed any wear on the numbers... I also, however, change the code every couple of months to avoid that from happening... also I find it good to change just in case the old code got spread around too much. Everyone loves the lock. I love the fact that I don't need to fumble for keys.
2148719
i don't believe it is. it is very simple, very basic. all i know for sure is the last one lasted me almost 30 years. i just wore it out.
230929
Yes, mine keys on the old one did disappear. I have only had this new one for a few months, and it is a huge improvement over the old one in general, but I don't know yet how long the letters will last. I am hopeful!
993884
The buttons may need a little help. How to reuse the old is described in the instructions. I bought a roll of double sided tape, "just in case", and did not need it, nor would I advise buying it "just in case". Your key to success will be your environment and your patience, this is not a job to attempt while tired, hungry, watching small children, or engaged in other tasks. Give yourself two hours and you will probably need one.
934455
I did not have a problem with the buttons but the inside is completely rusted out. It happened after about a year.
1761342
We got about 18 months out of it before the button died, much like the other response to your question. For those 18 months, it was great, though a bit of a battery hog.
819683
I would say yes. I bought them for my son as his four year birthday present. Once you show them how to maneuver the buttons they are a hit!
694718
I've had the same lock for 5 years now using the same code, and there is no signs of wear on the numbers. My code only uses 3 of the the 5 buttons, so if there was any wear, it would be pretty obvious.