Weathered Locks

[logosys]

Howdy!

I'm new to the lockpicking scene, and after practicing on some store-bought locks, I've set out to pick the door to my apartment. One problem - the lock has seen a good bit of weather and wear, and it is difficult to manipulate the pins. Any points of advice?

Thanks so much.

-Logosys

[zeke79]

first of all, it is your apartment not your house. Probably shouldnt be picking that lock. In the future for locks that are yours and are severely weathered you can try hosing them with wd40 real good and letting it sit for a couple of minute before picking. wd40 is not the best thing to spray in a lock so only use it if you are in a pinch.

[Anarchyvocals]

WD 40 isn't the best for locks. I use lighter fluid, then manipulate it onto the pins with a small brush in the keyhole and give it a rakeing motion. Then take a strong piece of wire or a strong pick and push the pins up and down a couple times to get the fluid on them. Now it should work alot better.

[frollard]

then follow up with some teflon, graphite, or silicone lube after its dried.

(not to be confused with ACTUAL silicone.)