Originally Posted by
twofly19
Sorry to hear about the disappearing wallet -- Yikes!
I always use a small colored plastic cable tie in place of a padlock on any checked luggage - upon pickup, I know immediately if the bag was opened and can check contents before leaving the airport. The ties are sold at any hardware store or Radio Shack for pennies and they can be cut open at your destination with a legal to carry nail clipper. Of course, the best solution is always never to check anything you can't replace, but know that's not always possible.
Still not gonna help. Let's say it was opened...and things are missing. Still could be airline or TSA...and both will suggest that. So, you'll know it's gone...and still have little recourse. Also, inasmuch as TSA is allowed to open your bag, finding it cut doesn't mean anything, really.
Cheers.