CIA Lockpicking – Field Operative Training Manual
Lockpicking must be divided into two categories which are commonly confused. The first category is picking and the second is raking. Either of these techniques is intended to be a method of convenience for opening locks. Method of making keys by impressioning is also very desirable.
In order to understand how to compromise a lock there are certain steps which are essential to laying a proper foundation. They are: A through working knowledge of the lock mechanism, how it functions, and the ability to recognize these factors so that you are able to overcome them.
Tool design is a direct result of the function it will be required to perform and falls into one of the three major categories: Hook tool, Diamond Pick, Rake. Other individual styles of picks are usually just a modification of one of these groups.
CIA Lockpicking – Field Operative Training Manual covers following topics broadly with relevant diagrams and images.
- Introduction
- Basic Lock Picking
- The Concepts Behind Lock Picking
- Picking Procedure
- Most Common Picking Techniques
- The Lock Picking Process
- Conclusions
