ARCHIVE 2003-2013 Introduce yourself HERE if you are new. :)

[averagejoe]

Hello everybody,

I recently became re-interested in lock picking from a childhood interest and came upon this site.

Time to lurk and learn ;)

[veen75]

toch maar lid geworden vanacht , kon er niet meer uitkomen , 3 dagen op internet en 2 sloten met afgebroken sleutels verder .....
Maar ga vol nieuwe weetjes vrolijk verder !!! ik nog niet en ben nu al we mee bezig !!ken er

Oja weet iemand hoe ik een imbus vorm mt8 slot met daarin een dun pennetje open kan maken , domme gemeente verandert steeds het slot , Het is geen torks , die zijn te kort maar lijkt er wel wat op !!
Ik hoor het graag al de goed ideeen !!

[alltimels]

Hello, I came about this site while searching for tools and it seems to be a valuable resource. I am starting a roadside assistance company and will offer a vehicle lock out service. I'll be honest, I don't know much about it but I will learn while I go. I was hoping that someone on here might give me some advice on what kind of tools are crucial for vehicle lockouts and a good set/kit that won't be too expensive. I'd like to keep it under $200.00 if possible. I was looking at the AK60 and I'm just not sure if this kit will be adequate. I need something that is well rounded. Please give me your opinions so I'll be able to make a good decision.

Thank you,

Brian a.k.a. alltimels

[MrScruff]

Hi everybody.

I love puzzles, security (both making and breaking it) and figuring out how things work so picking was a fantastic convergence of hobbies.

I never really thought about getting into picking until I needed to get into a workshop on my yard, some yahoo (read: me) lost the only key before we could get a copy made so it stayed locked for weeks. The door had a handle so one day, in a fit of handymanliness, I broke the lock just by leaning on it heavily. Unfortunately I also bent the door frame....

I spent the last four years looking back on that moment with pride and finally decided I wanted to learn how to open locks without resorting to brute force. So far my only experience is reading Deviant Ollam's "Practical Lock Picking" and buying a cheap kit but I already feel like I've picked up a lifelong hobby.

[pdionne03901]

Hi everyone,

I'm new to locksmithing and came to the site after viewing a youtube video where the person spoke about the site. I became interested in this after locking my keys in my truck, again! I would like to make a set of picks and jigglers where I would be able to access a storage unit I have where I no longer have the keys as well as have the set in a holder that would mount to my belt. I figure a pistol magazine case would work just fine. Any suggestions on where to get started would be appreciated.

Paul

[agb1331]

Hello again, I've been away for a while but I'm back. My LP101 t-shirt looks like an 80's rock band shirt. Think it may be time for a new one. Anyways, hello and thanks for having me.

[DontBlink]

hi im DontBlink but my real name is Jake, im a triplet, I started picking a couple monthes ago. I became interested becuasei was tired of waiting on my teachers to get back to the class to unlock the door. i own some southord picks and a pick gun. oh im 15.

[sneezy]

hi all.this is my first ever post in any type of forum.i've been interested in locks since i was 6 yrs old watching a locksmith gain entry to my grandfathers safe.i've had some success picking locks by raking but not had the confidance or patience to try to individually pick a lock,pin by pin.top site.

[ken2010]

hi all
just sign up to this site today..i am working as a locksmith for a year and a half now..

[uban]

hi i am new here. i have lost keys to an antique cunard shipping trunk. I need to open it without destroying the trunk as i like it.please help me. i am not able to upload the pic of the lock for some reason

[Guto Nunes]

Hello friends, I'm new here.
I am Brazilian and I live in Rio de Janeiro.
My English is not very good.
I'm putting together a business key chain, key copy machine purchased, various tools, I made up a few keys to opening Feeler.
I have little experience as a locksmith and I'm here to learn and get tips.

[corpsman_to_cop]

Hello all:
I work as a LEO in Maryland and use my amateurish lock picking skills at work (usually to help people back into their homes). I'm looking to increase my knowledge base and skills.

[OddSocks]

Just a quick intro from me.

I am London based and the only time I have picked a lock was my work locker and I just jammed one side of scissors in - well it worked but only once!

Never knew of this as a hobby or sport though and came across it whilst looking for magic trick stores - they sold bits such as hand cuffs and a lock pick guide. Decided to move off the magic site and look up lock pick info.

Glad I did as I came across this site.

I have always been a fiddler/take things apart and enjoy mechanics and such so hopefully I will enjoy this and progress through varying difficulties lock.

Look forward to joining in the discussions and do expect a few questions from me!

Regards.

[illogix]

Hi from Atlanta

I just started picking a month ago with an MPXS-14 set and a few locks. I've since gotten some bump keys and a Bogota Titan set. So far I can get Kwiksets somewhat consistently using several different techniques and tools, but I've only managed to rake a Master Lock #3 once, and have never been able to SPP it. The taller key pins are toward front of the keyway so I suppose I'm either oversetting those or applying the wrong amount of tension. Anyway, it's been a great hobby and I decided to register here after a month of lurking.

[ningrongsux]

Hey there i'm from asia. Great site you got here.