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HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

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HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

Postby jimmytt » 6 Jul 2014 12:50

Hey guys im trying to buy a HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set, but am quite unsure about the online vendors, they all seem abit sketchy.
Is there anywhere in London that stocks this set?
Or locksmiths that sell pick sets over the counter?

Thanks for your time guys
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Re: HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

Postby GWiens2001 » 6 Jul 2014 13:46

Don't think I've ever seen a locksmith shop who sold lock picks over the counter. First, many people (including many locksmiths) view anyone who is not a locksmith who picks locks with suspicion. Second, it would be counterproductive for sales. Why should someone pay a locksmith to pick open their door when they can buy the picks and 'do it themselves'.

Gordon
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Re: HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

Postby jimmytt » 6 Jul 2014 14:17

GWiens2001 wrote:Don't think I've ever seen a locksmith shop who sold lock picks over the counter. First, many people (including many locksmiths) view anyone who is not a locksmith who picks locks with suspicion. Second, it would be counterproductive for sales. Why should someone pay a locksmith to pick open their door when they can buy the picks and 'do it themselves'.

Gordon



Thanks for the reply Gordon. The same thoughts occurred to me about the suspicion, but i only use in the comfort of my own home on old used locks. Also how do other hobbyists purchase picks if that is the case?
I have a GOSO set already but have been edging to get a HPC set for quite a while now, any nudges in the right direction where i may be able to purchase some from a verified vendor?
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Re: HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

Postby GWiens2001 » 6 Jul 2014 17:46

Have heard good things about www.uklockpickers.co.uk You might try them. Judging by the name, pretty certain they ship to the UK, and without international shipping charges at that! :mrgreen:

Good luck,

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Re: HPC Tyro 9 Piece Set....where to buy?

Postby jimmytt » 7 Jul 2014 7:18

GWiens2001 wrote:Have heard good things about http://www.uklockpickers.co.uk You might try them. Judging by the name, pretty certain they ship to the UK, and without international shipping charges at that! :mrgreen:

Good luck,

Gordon



Thanks again Gordon, smashed it. I might even go with Sparrows Sentry ACU now.
No HPC on there. GRRRRRR haha, i researched so much. Boo Hoo for me
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