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[pietruck]

Hello All,

I'm new here and am enjoying the wealth of info.

I buy and sell a lot of equipment and occasionally come across something that is locked or missing a key. Most of the time I wind up leaving the thing unlocked or ordering a new key / cylinder from the manufacturer (always suprised me that many companies will sell you a key).

I've picked a few locks over the years but am just realizing that it will be a useful skill to develop and a fun hobby.

Like a few other things I've learned in the last bunch of years, this looks like it takes time and practice until you understand what all these words are talking about.

Looks like a good site,

Thanks

[unlisted]

Hello All,

I'm new here and am enjoying the wealth of info.

I buy and sell a lot of equipment and occasionally come across something that is locked or missing a key. Most of the time I wind up leaving the thing unlocked or ordering a new key / cylinder from the manufacturer (always suprised me that many companies will sell you a key).

Looks like a good site,

Thanks

Hey pietruck, where are you located in this world if I may ask?

[pietruck]

I'm in Michigan. US.

I'll update my profile tonight.

Are there any groups in MI?

This is a lot like learning astronomy by yourself, it can be done, but a little instruction goes a long way.

[XriflemanX]

Hello all,

Glad to see a board where I don't get weird looks if I mention lock picking.

I am a mechanical engineering student and I enjoy machining, engraving and have an interest in gunsmithing and pocket watch repair.

It started in the machine shop at college, the instructor had misplaced the keys to the tool cabinet and I offered to open it for him.

I grabbed some spring steel, ground out a quick pick and wrench, heat treated them and proceeded to open the cabinet.

Little did the instructor know that my skill had nothing to do with opening the lock. The lock was the simple type a few pins that you would find on something like a cheap filing cabinet.

In all honesty it probably could have been done with two paperclips.

You know what he said after that?
"Where did you learn to do that, prison?"
This man can do magic on a lathe or a mill but was clueless about locks.
I told him no and proceeded to explain about my other hobbies, he smiled said thanks and I went back to my lathe project.

Oh well, it's not a glamorous start but you have to start somewhere.

[Johnny Yugoslavia]

I just joined because I'm interested in learning the art of lock picking.

[pickipook]

looks nice....

[xakaron]

been randomly picking locks for almost 20 years now, mostly as a novelty stunt or in a race at parties where the winner has to drink and take on the next opponent. unfortunately, after 20 years, i still rely more on luck than on skill, so i decided i should actually make a hobby of it instead of a party trick. so, here i am.

[berryman13]

Hey all!
I'm new here, name's Will, but you can just call me berryman.
I've actually been here for a while, just never got around to registering.
Anyways, greatest website on earth for this sort of thing, keep up the great work all!

[polykarp]

Howdy! I'm one of those folks who just likes to know anything that could ever be useful. I’ve locked myself out of cars, houses, sheds and school lockers (long ago); while thinking about this and what skill set I should have when the apocalypse comes around, I queried locks and found this place! I’ll attempt to provide my musings and feedback. Thanks in advance for the help and my apologies for the no0bness.
-polykarp

[uklockpicka]

uklockpicka, im new to the sport and look foward to getting stuck in and learning loads. ive only bin pikn 4 bowt three months so i no a little not alot lol

[BentCard]

wassup Im pretty new here. I signed up a while ago but only got back to the site just now. I want to make lockpicking a hobby because it seems like a fun challenge that will keep me occupied for a while. I took a look at some topics before signing up and the community here looked friendly so I'm happy to be a part of it.

I recently got a beginners 5 piece lockpick set from southord and Im having fun (most of the time) using it. recreational purposes only of course.

[freakparade3]

Welcome all new members!! Here are a few links to get you started.

Site Rules

New Users Guide

FAQ

Please take the time to read through them. Feel free to PM me with any questions.

freakparade3

[andre66]

Hello,
i'm Andre, i live in British Columbia and have always wanted to learn how to pick locks. I think it would just be a fun thing to know how to do and it would be a good time killer while i am at work. i work as a first aid attendant at one of my jobs so i have a lot of time on my hands, unless somone injures themselves of course.
I don't have any picks yet, have to find the time to order some after doing some research here to find a decent starting set. I won't post a lot because i am a big fan of the search function, generally can get most of my questions answered by using it.
Andre

[.45cal]

Ive already posted it a few places but I'm only just now getting around to saying hey to everyone here. So HEY

[MontanaJustin]

Hi - new to the site and new to the sport/hobbyist interest. Eager to poke around and learn more about all things lock related