About Us

Jimmy Ripley Owner and President

Jimmy graduated from Claremore High and completed a Locksmith apprenticeship shortly after. He has been a Locksmith in NE Oklahoma for over 25 years. In his downtime he enjoys spending time with his family, learning the craft of BBQ and Pit Smoking, and working on digital light displays..

A Family Based Business

Aztec is a 3rd generation Locksmith company that has been in business for over 50 years. Jim Ripley was Master Locksmith and Safe Technician. He and his wife ran the company until his retirement in 2000. Jimmy Ripley did his apprenticeship under his father beginning at age 15 and has been the managing Locksmith since 2000. He is licensed in Locksmithing, CCTV, and Access Control. Jimmy and his wife have been married for 23 years and have 4 children. It is their oldest son, Josh Ripley that is now the 3rd generation of Locksmith. Josh began an apprenticeship when he was 15 as well. With his father he also holds a license in Locksmith, CCTV, and Access Control. A longtime family friend, Michael Booth has also been with Aztec as a licensed locksmith, CCTV, and Access Control Technician for many years.