Recommend A Good Lock Pick Set

[L84Cabo]

I know absolutely nothing about picking locks. But I'd like to learn. Can anyone recommend a good resource to start with and a decent set of quality picks? There seem to be a lot of sets on the market ranging from small to large. What's good to start with...how many picks do I need and what kind?

Thanks Guys!

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[Bigbaddude]

I learned how to pick locks by watching a couple of YouTube videos. Start by picking master locks they where the easiest for me.
I made my own picks out of a Allen wrench & old hack saw blade.
Hope that helps it kind of fun one you get the feel for it

 

[Ramjet12]

The best guy on youtube, that I've found, is the lock picking lawyer.

LockPickingLawyer

WARNING: if you start watching this guy pick locks it will scare the hell out of you how easy it is. Nothing is secure.

 

[Oregonhunter5]

Now why would you want to learn this? You looking to do some thief work?

 

[Oregonhunter5]

Now why would you want to learn this? You looking to do some thief work?

 

[Oregonhunter5]

Now why would you want to learn this? You looking to do some thief work?

 

[No_Regerts]

This is a good starter kit:

 

[xtratoy]

lock pick - Buy Cheap lock pick - From Banggood

 

[Mikej]

Should we be talking about this here? Seems weird. And fascinating!

 

[clearconscience]

What type of locks are you trying to pick?
Padlock?
House lock?
Car lock?
Business?
Safe?

There's a ton, but youtube is probably your best bet.

 

[Member 34319]

Det cord.

 

[AshWilliams]

Now why would you want to learn this? You looking to do some thief work?

The same curiosity that impels some people to learn computer system security. A healthy curiosity is a good thing as long as no laws are broken, it can serve you surprisingly well.

Cheers!

 

[Fireball_6]

These guys have good videos and equipment:
Lock Picking 101

As to why, of course there is the "learn new stuff." This is a practical skill though. A few months ago we needed to get into a trophy case at work. Nobody had an idea where the key was and by the looks of the dust, it had been a very long time since it was opened. Out to my truck to get my kit and a few minutes later we had the case opened. Same with various cabinets or vacant desk/cubicle storage.

A month or so ago I drove about 30 miles to where our RV is stored to do some maintenance. As I pull up, I realize I left the keys at home. No worries! Handy kit in truck and in about 5 mins I was in!

Here is the set I have.

 

[AshWilliams]

These guys have good videos and equipment:
Lock Picking 101

As to why, of course there is the "learn new stuff." This is a practical skill though. A few months ago we needed to get into a trophy case at work. Nobody had an idea where the key was and by the looks of the dust, it had been a very long time since it was opened. Out to my truck to get my kit and a few minutes later we had the case opened. Same with various cabinets or vacant desk/cubicle storage.

A month or so ago I drove about 30 miles to where our RV is stored to do some maintenance. As I pull up, I realize I left the keys at home. No worries! Handy kit in truck and in about 5 mins I was in!

Here is the set I have.
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I had a friend at work that called it "lock sport" and gave me a small set of tools.

 

[308]

The same curiosity that impels some people to learn computer system security. A healthy curiosity is a good thing as long as no laws are broken, it can serve you surprisingly well.

Cheers!

Nothing wrong with learning new skills. Could come in handy some day. Handcuffs are easily defeated as well

 

[E4mafia]

 

[66PonyCar]

Here's a good start for you.

How to Pick a Lock | The Art of Manliness

 

[Geardo]

Is it legal to carry a lock picking set in WA and OR? I learned In CA, but I thought it was illegal to carry, so I usually didn't. A set would have saved me a lot of misery a few months ago.

 

[Nick Burkhardt]

Bump keys.

 

[cigars]

The best guy on youtube, that I've found, is the lock picking lawyer.

LockPickingLawyer

WARNING: if you start watching this guy pick locks it will scare the hell out of you how easy it is. Nothing is secure.

Why be scared? Locks are only delaying devices.