What is an alignment tool

[scudo]

As above as not quite sure.

EDIT: Moved topic to "This Old Safe" forum. GWiens2001

[GWiens2001]

If you are referring to safe lock installation, it helps to align the safe lock, dial, spindle, and dial ring. A misaligned safe lock will likely cause binding and possibly a failed lock.

Gordon

[billdeserthills]

Actually many trades use "alignment tools", they are not restricted to the safe & vault trade
Seems to me auto mechanics use them for lining up transmissions

After installing a bunch of safe locks over the years I can't figure out why anyone would even buy a safe alignment tool, such
as the D.R.A.T. that Lockmasters sold, unless they were re-drilling the lock mounting screws. Chances are you only have about 1/4 to 3/8 of an inch to move the dial ring anyhow &
the safe lock case retaining screws are designed to make sure the lock cannot move, unless it is being bashed off