Metal cabinet stuck closed

[jgp12000]

I got a metal cabinet from Sam's years ago, this a.m. I got something out & right before I closed it a duster handle fell forward last thing I saw

Now the key won't turn & is stuck closed. It has 2 opposing rods that go up/down into holes top/bottom to lock it.Its always something...

Its been years since I put it together the hinges  are hidden so
Next on the list.

[Alan M]

Are you able to tilt it backwards?, shake it to move the handle?

[foakes]

If you lay it down on its backside, then graphite the lock mechanism, then by shaking the cabinet as you try to unlock it —- whatever (duster handle likely) is jamming the locking upper and lower bars —- should come loose.

Best, Fred

[Keta]

Tovex works....

[jgp12000]

This thing is slap full including a  parts organizer full of screws that will go everywhere if I could lay it down

Its no telling how much it weighs
Definitely a 2 man lift

I might can tilt it some or slide a
Slim jim between the doors to push the handle out of the way?

[Alan M]

I have seen tip overs, sawzaws.

A wrench in my tool box, blocking a drawer, I was able to tile and shake.

[oldmanjoe]

 I would try thumping it with hand to bounce the stick loose and at the same time giggle the key back and forth .    Worst case is to drill a hole in the finger hold under the lock and use a screwdriver or such to push the stick if it is jammed in there .

[ExcessiveAngler]

Can you roll it out away from the wall? Do believe those back panels are just screwed in the from the outside.