Exodus5000 wrote:This post will be a two parter. I will first off describe a manipulation trick i discovered and then ask a question I am curious about.
I read much about deriving a master combination padlock through mechanical manipulation. In short, listen for first number, and pulling up on the shackle and turning the dial and looking for inconsistencies to derive the third number. I was unhappy with having to listen to the internal dial set for the first number and wanted to find a new way. I discovered that if the lock is open, if you rest the shackle lightly inside it's corresponding hole so that is not quite in the locked position and turn your dial, the dial will pause 2 numbers to the right of the first number. If this information has already been found I have no read of it anywhere, but if not then you heard it here first folks.
My question:
I read a tutorial pertaining to the same Master Combination locks about how to make a master key for a particular series (in my case v 36.) It involved removing the hull from the padlock and grinding a key down to match the pins so they lift correctly. I thought to myself this idea might work despite being a lot of work. However, wouldn't it be easier to impression the lock? I have read the instructions on this site about impressioning and i must admit i am confused yet as to how the procedure is done to create a decent impression on a blank key. Additionally, Are these type of master combo lock keys sold in "blank" forms? Or could i buy something that would work just as well?
So tell me, you were trying to steal something from other people's stuff if you have a key for v36 padlocks?
I have the same problem. I'm trying to pick this keyhole in the back of my master lock but the resistence is outstandint even with sprayed WD-40 and other engineering cleaning sprays. I can only move the lock 1/8 clockwise. Any tips guys?
