All About Lock Picking

When you don’t have the right key - lock picking is a great way to open just about any lock out there. Normally - picking locks is something we associate with crime and illegal activities - although crime isn’t always the case. There are a lot of instances where locking picking skills can come in real handy. Take for instance a lost house key or locking your car keys inside your car. Even though you could always break a window - calling a professional locksmith is the best to go - it can save you a lot of money in repairs - and get the lock open fast.

To properly pick a lock - you’ll need the right tool kit. Even the most basic lock picking kit will contain a lock pin and a tension wrench. If you have an emergency - you can normally replace the lock pin with a hair pin. Professional locking picking kits on the other hand will normally include a variety of tension wrenches in several different shapes and sizes - covering several different styles of lock pins. Some include a locking picking gun - which uses vibration to push all the lock pins up at the same time.

When picking a lock is necessary - the first thing to do is to insert the tension wrench into the keyhole and attempt to turn the cylinder. Next - you can use the lock pin and gently pry up on the pins. Once the pins reach the normal opening position - you’ll hear a clicking noise - letting you know that the pins are in the right place - and the lock is open.

There is also another technique to lock picking - which is known as racking. Racking uses a lower precision level - and uses a special pick known as a rake. To use the rake - simply insert it into the keyhole until it reaches the back of the cylinder - then quickly pull it out so that it hits all of the pins when it comes out. A tension wrench is also used as well - to turn the cylinder.

The hardest lock out there to pick are master locks. They offer an excellent protection system - and aren’t as susceptible to picking as other types of locks. Master locks were invented by Henry Soref in 1921 - introducing the first lock to use laminated layers of solid steel. Although master locks use the same picking system as other types of locks - those that are in combined format will require a locksmith with a lot of patience - and skill.

To learn more about lock picking - there are several books and illustrations that you can buy - which will show you the techniques step by step. Often times - a video or Cd is included that will show you the techniques in action. Several books and videos were made by true locksmiths - although others are more directed for people who just want to learn a bit more on the subject. If you want to become a locksmith or a professional at lock picking - you can also find books and videos out there that will help you become proficient at picking locks.

Anytime you buy a lock - you should always keep in mind that just about any lock can be picked. Although most locks can be picked - there are some that take a bit more time and patience than others. When you buy a lock - you should always think in terms of safety and select one that you know it isn’t to penetrate. This way - you can have a sense of security in your lock - and know that you are safe and protected.

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