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When it comes down to it there is nothing better than manual tools for your Lock pick Set, whether they be retail, homebrew, macgyver style. DIY'ers look here.

Most Important Lock Picks

Postby CEMENThEAd » 8 Apr 2008 4:04

Hi guys just recently started lock picking. I've started off with a hair pin and pilot pen lid, but I've noticed that there not strong enough for bigger locks. What are the main lock picks that I need to make?

Right now, I'm thinking about the half diamond picks because I saw them being used on youtube.
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Postby bumber » 8 Apr 2008 4:39

Kayvon wrote:First off, welcome to the site. Feel free to update your profile to include more information than just your login ID. Where are you from? What hobbies do you enjoy? Let us know!

This question is probably best answered in the FAQ under "The tools of the trade."

There's also a topic (referenced in the FAQ) that discusses this very question.

Between those two links, I think you'll find everything you're looking for.
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Postby Eyes_Only » 8 Apr 2008 22:38

Hook pick. Without a doubt a hook pick. Thats mainly what I use at work.
If a lock is a puzzle, then its key is the complete picture
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