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That style of lock usually comes in 2 variants a key retaining and a non-key retaining. Picked one at random but usually all similar. The key retaining ones are more common I think.
https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/bicycle-locks/axa-bicycle-lock/axa-frame-lock/axa-block-xxl-frame-lock-black-539524/
https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/bicycle-locks/axa-bicycle-lock/axa-frame-lock/axa-block-xxl-frame-lock-removable-key-black-682502/ -
I find this annoying too, but apparently it's the standard in those places where wheel locks are common and the only form of locking device.
I keep my key on a little carabiner keyring so I can put the rest of the keys back in my pocket. Something like this:
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Another annoying question from me:
Should you be able to remove the key from the wheel lock when it's unlocked?
On mine, the key comes out fine when it's locked but won't release when it's unlocked - so whenever I'm using the bike the keys are always attached to it. Helpful for remembering where they are, but it means they could be left in there if I forget to lock it, and they brush your leg while cycling.
It also means at least two bunches of keys, because I don't want my house and bike lock keys flapping around on the side of my bike.