PSSST! Post gun videos, share pictures, talk with other gun people all for free on GunsLot - Sign Up Now!
You are currently viewing our site as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions, videos and photo galleries. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other users, upload videos and photos in your own photo album and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!
17 weeks 5 days ago, 7:16 AM

fade

fade's picture

Rank:
First Lieutenant
Points:
23
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
undisclosed

i have just made my first homemade lockpick and iam wondering if anybody has any tips

17 weeks 5 days ago, 1:59 PM

Snake

Snake's picture

Rank:
General of the Army
Points:
1559
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Haysi, Virginia, United States

Picking a lock isn't as easy as simply inserting a pin and wiggling it around until the lock opens. Most locks, especially the popular pin cylinder lock, can be opened by using two tools: a pick and a tension wrench. The tension wrench is inserted first, and the lock is opened by applying pressLearning Sensitivity
Beginners may not be able to open a lock on their first try, but old hands at lock picking will tell you that with the use of a few proven techniques, just about anyone can become a master lock picker in no time. One of the most often suggested lock picking tips we hear about at Lockpicksonline is to be "sensitive."

Being sensitive doesn't mean being overly concerned with people's feelings (although that can be very beneficial in many situations!). When we say sensitive, we mean learning how to be hyper-aware of sound and touch. You should try picking locks in complete silence, for example, as it's important to listen to the sound of the pick as it passes over the pins.

Sensitivity also goes beyond sound, sight and touch. We've found it very helpful to visualize the mechanics of the lock, and project your senses into the lock as you are actually working it--this will give you a picture of how the lock is responding to your manipulations. So go ahead--relax, have fun, and get in touch with your sensitive side!

We're Not Tools Of The Goverment Or Any one Else. Fighting Is The Only Thing We're Good At. But At Least We Fight For What We Belive In.- Frank Yaeger-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:03 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

way to cut and paste

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:05 PM

greasypaws

greasypaws's picture

Rank:
Secretary of the Treasury
Points:
1894
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Eatonville, Washington, United States

he just likes wigglin things

"It's a hell of a thing...killing a man.You take away all he's got,and all he's ever gonna have."
12 weeks 6 days ago, 11:11 AM

Death from Above

Death from Above's picture

Rank:
General
Points:
455
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Dallas, Texas, United States

and jigglin

15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:15 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

I have a lock pic set and its how i lock and unlock my locker in my room since i lost my key

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:16 PM

greasypaws

greasypaws's picture

Rank:
Secretary of the Treasury
Points:
1894
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Eatonville, Washington, United States

what kinda picks? i have always been interested in lockpicking but never knew where to begin

"It's a hell of a thing...killing a man.You take away all he's got,and all he's ever gonna have."
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:23 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

this is the first lock pick set i ever owned
http://www.lockpickshop.com/EZPICKINGS.html

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:27 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

also another suggestion is for you to get a thin(thickness) tension wrench and a small(width) tension wrench, because when you start out picking shitty locks, they usually will have smaller sections for the straight base to fit in and the wrench my be in the way or even be making you miss the last pin(meaning the first...you'll understand)

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:28 PM

greasypaws

greasypaws's picture

Rank:
Secretary of the Treasury
Points:
1894
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Eatonville, Washington, United States

i went to that site and ordered that book already so between that and your info i'm in

"It's a hell of a thing...killing a man.You take away all he's got,and all he's ever gonna have."
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:33 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

that book comes with a pick set too...just not the smaller wrenchs

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
15 weeks 1 hour ago, 3:34 PM

greasypaws

greasypaws's picture

Rank:
Secretary of the Treasury
Points:
1894
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Eatonville, Washington, United States

it didnt say that in the descrition so even better and what about filin down the wrenches in the set? or just buy the right ones?

"It's a hell of a thing...killing a man.You take away all he's got,and all he's ever gonna have."
14 weeks 6 days ago, 5:03 PM

ebear

ebear's picture

Rank:
Secretary of Homeland Security
Points:
1558
Join Date:
Jun 2008
Location:
elgin, il, United States

all you need now is a decoder ring

ebear
14 weeks 46 min ago, 3:54 PM

jjdog2

jjdog2's picture

Rank:
Lieutenant Colonel
Points:
44
Join Date:
Aug 2008
Location:
peoria, arizona, United States

bought my two sets from snap on tools with instructions for cars and house locks.some states require lic.or off to jail you go!

12 weeks 6 days ago, 7:16 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

Filing down the wrentchs works too.

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
12 weeks 6 days ago, 12:41 AM

Pkato

Pkato's picture

Rank:
General
Points:
725
Join Date:
Aug 2008
Location:
Tucson (Kuwait), Arizona, United States

Not to give my address out to any of you junior lockpickers!!!

PKato

Patrolman Kato In general, the art of government consists of taking as much money as possible from one party of the citizens to give to the other. -Voltaire (1764)
12 weeks 6 days ago, 12:31 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

Junior? I pick chastidy lock for breakfast...just dont tell my wife ;)

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
12 weeks 1 hour ago, 2:42 PM

clintlebo

clintlebo's picture

Rank:
General
Points:
699
Join Date:
Aug 2008
Location:
seattle, wa, United States

Sytasyn,
I am actually shocked that there was no mention of a 12 guage pump action shotgun used for picking locks...actually shocked...

clint

"My friends, we live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. I hope you'll join with me as we try to change it." -Barak Obama
12 weeks 1 hour ago, 2:47 PM

sytasyn_syn

sytasyn_syn's picture


Rank:
President
Points:
3106
Join Date:
May 2008
Location:
Michigan, United States

I have always wanted to get the "Masterkey" attachment for my S&W M&P 15.

Be Kind and Courteous to All That You Meet, But Always Have A Plan to Kill Them -Don't Know-
11 weeks 2 days ago, 9:11 PM

stewbaby

stewbaby's picture

Rank:
Corporal
Points:
5
Join Date:
Sep 2008

...to open a door, just blow the shit outta it with a 12 gauge shotgun

11 weeks 2 days ago, 1:24 AM

Pkato

Pkato's picture

Rank:
General
Points:
725
Join Date:
Aug 2008
Location:
Tucson (Kuwait), Arizona, United States

have thought about that earlier...much less time consuming!

PKato

Patrolman Kato In general, the art of government consists of taking as much money as possible from one party of the citizens to give to the other. -Voltaire (1764)
11 weeks 2 days ago, 3:58 AM

gunslingerjake

gunslingerjake's picture

Rank:
Major General
Points:
216
Join Date:
Aug 2008
Location:
Elmira , New York , United States

blowing the doors open wakes the neighbors and usually the people in the house your robbing

Don't tread on me. I bring a rocket launcher to a gunfight.
11 weeks 1 day ago, 6:27 AM

ssdd71

ssdd71's picture

Rank:
Lieutenant General
Points:
231
Join Date:
Jul 2008
Location:
Minnesota, United States

I learned to pick locks from an old timer, he gave me a set of very nice lock picks but said that they could be bad to be caught with as it might be deemed as burglary tools. He then taught me to make due with items which were at hand. I became somewhat proficient with just every day items such as paper clips. I agree that practice, practice, and more practice is important, but the reality is that unless you need this skill everyday, it is a dubious use of your time. I can still manage to get into almost anything I try, but it does take a little longer than when I was practicing regularly. It has been a useful skill, but one I do not brag about. I do like the challenge when I am confronted with a situation that requires this skill, and I do surprise myself when I manage to open the lock. Paddle locks often only need to have a shim to open the hasp.

Who's Online

Guns Lot Activity
Users
Currently Active Users: 1066 (9 members and 1057 guests)
88dman, millerj, Snake, rick54moore, norapsakner, CoreyLove, samD, Pkato, fordvg

Users Active within the last 24 hours
88dman, millerj, Snake, rick54moore, norapsakner, CoreyLove, samD, Pkato, fordvg, Quinton, FrankoUSA, Reaper308, ssrs10, mrn84d, Sig Jim Navy 226, LLE, spcCooper, GUNNER, abbryan, Big Mernie, 2chuck, aebayrunner, katdaddie, kristajude, jaguarts, sam7533dog, arts, Schuyler, jelliott, akaodie, admin, Rick101, shane2644, rocottrill, emcs.security, yngblknlegl, Buzmeg, kdubwilson, Dlakeside, mrgasm, Naheka, Bombdog, derekwarren, guinan13, zctlve0, kevincampar, str8tshot, Fabinak, JP, NTeX SS, Jayhawk, BonerCMF, Andrew530, ice.queen, EricStanford, jack010203, codue, Michael56, CraZ4Gunz, DEMO, gatorchomp82, mudrat12, bigguns, Generalswanny, gabe08, mama42, ddtraps89, BluesHarp, FreedomMilitaria, Navairvet, poeschel1, Irishguy066, strr06, jimmyg, karndawg01, lestatscoven, ebear, marvin, dream1174, mikemike94, Death from Above, wolfsling, liston336, Le Mercenaire C..., Bob Myles, kong, Meatball, bostick13, Grandpa2, danny.williams, CTorran, jaat01, B88, Diamondhead, jhog40, howard, BrockTownsend, DChristensen, mingo, cliffgibbs, runks2075, shadowdragon69, Gary A. Dalton, bulletproof1970, Papasan, rnc2005, randalllaughman, runawaygun762, RobbyReup, dbldeuce5, mikal711, cyoung450, grsshpper, WarCloud, justonce, rock1977, ppkm91, ottoman_1972, ShooterSieben, wideglide, Nitris, lemay, assadahmad, TheirFinestHour, garilla, teddybearhunter, everyything, ckglock88, brians47willys, Wes Doss, luismqz, bbbodek, ptblunt1, Timmy V, LAWRENCE W HEDGEPETH, BigSid911, esker3, ricacay, OCman333, brush_buster, psychedelicember, bullring, algrif, CharlieB, JasonF, ja0124, NCMom, dave in the cave, fourbz1960, Gray Fox, popeye55, govostes
Guns Lot Staff / Ranks
Staff / Ranks
Staff: Admin Moderator Member

Rank Colors: (low) Private > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > President (high)
Guns Lot Statistics
Stats Topics: 1,143, Comments: 16,189, Members: 8,574
Welcome our newest member: 88dman