question about key impressioning

[GWiens2001]

So I finally got my hands on an American Lock number 50 I have a blank for it is it possible to impression a high security lock like an American?

Yes, it is possible. In some ways, the serrated pins make it easier to get marks. Read the threads on impressioning pin tumbler locks, and you can get lots of tips. Far too many to put into this one thread.

Good luck to you,

Gordon

[Squelchtone]

[EDIT: Topic moved from Ask beginner lock picking Questions to Lock Impressioning]


I personally don't consider American Lock padlocks "high security" did it say "high security" on the packaging or something?

That term becomes relative and changes with context as you learn about other brands and types of lock mechanisms.

[GWiens2001]

You can try this thread. You can scroll down to pin tumbler, or read the whole thing to see about different types of locks, and a logical progression for learning.

Gordon