Lock Picks are the most important tool in the arsenal of locksmiths. With a lock pick, you can open a lock in seconds.
A Typical Set of Lock Picks
What do Jeremiah Chubb, Houdini, King Louis the XVI, Arthur Smith and James Sargent have in common? If you’re new to lock picking, then only Houdini and maybe King Louis the XVI would ring a bell. All of them a re some of the most famous locksmiths in history, proficient in the use of lock picks.
Locks have changed throughout history. From the expensive locks by Mzunchend to the mass-produced ones by Orenthal, they have changed to accommodate every household.
Obviously, methods for lock picking have changed as well and we now have very effective and efficient lock picks.
There are several types of lock picks because there are several types of locks. But most sets generally have two things – a tension wrench and several types of picks.
An Example of a Mechanical "Snap Pick"
The tension or torsion wrench is an L-shaped piece of metal that’s used to apply the right amount of tension to the lock’s cylinder. Another important job is to hold the pins that were already picked in position. Once you’ve picked the lock, you’ll use the tension wrench to turn the cylinder, usually clockwise, in order to open the lock. There’s also another type of tension wrench that’s shaped like a pair of tweezers that’s used for cars.
The biggest difference between picks themselves is the shape of the tips. The most common and useful is the tip with the shape of a half-diamond or triangle. Just like the one with the hook tip, it is used to feel around the pins and rake them to open the lock. The half-diamond is more versatile because it’s like the ball-shaped tip that can be used for wafer locks.
On the other hand, the rake tip is used by less-skillful locksmiths. It’s used in such a way that it’s rapidly inserted and pulled out, bouncing the pins in the process, until they align with the shear line.
This category features helpful information about lock picks and step by step guides on how to make many different types of lock picks and locksmith tools. Plus some bonuses not found anywhere else!
Have you ever wanted to make your own pick cases? But have never really been sure how, well this guide is your answer to creating your own case. This guide intended as a resource for locks and lock picking hobbyists.
How to Construct and Use Lockpicks is an ultimate manual that will guide you to construct lock picks. Also included are ways to pick locks. After reading this manual, with a few easy to get materials, one will have to ability to open even deadbolts in a matter of seconds
How To Make Lock Picking Tools is an ideal guide to help you with making tools you need. This guide is loaded with information regarding use of tools along with the methods of making the tools.
How to make PLT -Professional Lock Tools educates the reader to create various types of lock picking tools. Tools and Supplies, measurements required are mentioned here. Concise instructions to make rough profile blanks, lifter picks, snake picks and tension wrench are also specified in this guidebook. A must read for anyone who likes to make their own lock picking tools.
This is a fine and to the point guide which will help you to learn about the Snap Pick. This guide will illustrate the directions to use this pick in a way that it would stimulate the action of a mechanical pick gun. Anyone who wants to be familiar with this simple tool should read this guide.
Improvised Lock Picks will shed light on the inner secrets of lock picking. You will also briefly learn about some of the more common types of locks and the established ways of picking each one. A beginner locksmith or a lockpick enthusiast will learn a lot from this book.
This guide will help the reader to start from scratch to modify your SouthOrd 8-pin tubular pick so it can work on 7 or 8 pin tubular lock. This modification will take about 30 minutes and will cost less than $5. If you want to make the most of your 8-pin tubular pick, you should definitely try this!