wear and tear

by **kharmic** » 8 Aug 2007 15:53

after just a few pickings, the cheap padlocks I brought refuse to be picked. I feel like I probably got the technique down, especially considering it should be the same pattern every time for the same locks. Is it possible wear and tear has set in already? I was pretty careful to avoid excess force.

by **Proctor** » 8 Aug 2007 16:00

Just stop picking for a while

then go back to it

Happy pickings.

by **Kaotik** » 8 Aug 2007 16:18

I agree with Proctor. Take a break then return to them with a clear head, frustration can easily set in when something isn't going or feeling right.

by **poppasmurfenfold** » 8 Aug 2007 16:42

I agree with them, also try playing with the tension that plays a big role too. If that doesnt work try using a different pick or cleaning the lock.

by **kharmic** » 9 Aug 2007 7:38

you're right I imagine...in retrospect, the keys still open the lock so it should be working fine. thanks.

by **Shrub** » 9 Aug 2007 7:40

I take it by picking you mean picking and not raking or scrubbing?

by **raimundo** » 9 Aug 2007 8:08

one drop of 3 in 1 oil down the keyway worked in with picks.

by **Eyes_Only** » 9 Aug 2007 8:40

Those cheapie, China made padlocks can be a major pain for a lot of beginners. It even still is for many experienced picker as well.

I don't know what it is but there was a thread on that very topic recently that discussed it. Just keep on trying and practicing and you'll get it.

by **kharmic** » 9 Aug 2007 13:56

3 in 1 oil? is this some ratio, and if so whats the other part? Yeah, I'm keeping at it, but I might just buy some more cheapo ones.

by **MacGyver101** » 9 Aug 2007 14:47

kharmic wrote:3 in 1 oil? is this some ratio, and if so whats the other part?

3-in-1 is a brand name for a particular oil; any light machine oil would probably be fine. (Products like WD40 are not ideal.)

by **martin12** » 11 Aug 2007 7:05

kharmic wrote:3 in 1 oil? is this some ratio, and if so whats the other part? Yeah, I'm keeping at it, but I might just buy some more cheapo ones.

Hi,
3 In 1 - Is A Brand Name - You Can Also Use Just One Drop Of Any Machine Oil To Make It Work.

by **Jaakko** » 11 Aug 2007 17:14

martin12 wrote:3 In 1 - Is A Brand Name - You Can Also Use Just One Drop Of Any Machine Oil To Make It Work.

Just offtopic, but are you German or a teenager, who likes to write every word with capital start? It is easier to read if you write "normally"

Don't take this as an offence, please. And welcome to the forum!

by **Shrub** » 12 Aug 2007 7:23

Rai should have known better to have mentioned that,

A wipe on and then off with a cloth of your picks with a light oil is acceptable but NEVER put oil in th elock itself,

by **raimundo** » 12 Aug 2007 9:23

Rai don't know better and hes gonna keep doing it. been doing it a long time.

by **martin12** » 21 Aug 2007 23:55

Jaakko wrote:
martin12 wrote:3 In 1 - Is A Brand Name - You Can Also Use Just One Drop Of Any Machine Oil To Make It Work.

Just offtopic, but are you German or a teenager, who likes to write every word with capital start? It is easier to read if you write "normally"

Don't take this as an offence, please. And welcome to the forum!

Hi Jaakko
Thanks and good to point on those things, from next time I'll definitely take care of that.

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