Lockpicking – By DrDave
Lockpicking depends on A LOT of variables. I've been able to open Security-2 level locks (6-7 pins) in a matter of minutes, but I have TWO (2) ~$3.00 Brass padlocks keyed in such a way it can take me 10 (+) minutes to open while using standard picks.
I have the Computer-Designed pick-set (32 sides for slow-raking), and have "Custom made" about 20 other picks that cover almost EVERY pin-set in 5-7 pin locks. By using these tools it can still take a long time to find the right pick. Link:
http://www.lockpicks.com/product.asp?3=32
First, put the pick into the lock. I use a medium hook, pull it out and count the number of tumblers. Next I place the tension tool, generally on the bottom (opposite side of the tumblers), and place EXTREMELY light tension on the lock while pulling the hook out medium-fast. Sometimes, depending on the lock, it pops open. If, after doing this 2-3 times, and the lock does not open I release tension and count the "Clicks" as the set pins drop.
The next step is to pull-out the electric Pick-Gun, and try it for about one or two minutes. If after 7-12 tries the lock is still not open, I put away the Pick-Gun. Now I pull out a VERY thin and long "Peterson" hook and try Pin-By-Pin. Links for this tool:
http://www.lockpicks.com/product.asp?0=204&1=224&3=256
Second to last tool. or:
http://www.crypto.com/photos/misc/picks ... -misc.html
Third tool down.
At this point I have been picking for about 15-20 Minutes and the lock has been picked. If, after all this the lock is still not open, I'll try the "High-Tech" Picks for another 5-10 minutes.
If, after all that fails, I'll drill the lock.
