PROBLEM SOLVING ERA LOCK

[maulin1979]

im a newbie here i got a set of lock pick from my grandad who was a locksmith i found a era set in my old shet i managed to lock pick it but wont turn 360 degress it get stuck half way it turn just 180 degrees why is that? thanks.

[Solomon]

The springs are pushing the pin stacks into the bottom of the keyway. This space is usually filled by the spine of the key, and it's common for the plug to lock up at the 180 position like this when picking. All you need to do is push the pins back into the bible with a pick and it'll be free to turn again. You can apply tension and push them all up simultaeneously or give them a quick rake, whichever you prefer.

Also, welcome to the forums!

[maulin1979]

i see what you mean there, i tryed that and nothing!!! could be the lock is faulty? thank yuo very much guys!!!

[Solomon]

Take a look into the keyway to see if any springs are stuck in there, it's rare but sometimes it can happen. If the keyway looks clear and normal then no, the lock isn't faulty. You just need to push the key pins up to free up the shear line and the plug will rotate as normal.

[LocksmithArmy]

no, its not faulty... if it works with the key

try using the back of your tensor and pushing the driver pins up with the back long of your tensor(after you have picked it of course)

or any other flat piece that will fit in all the way to the last pin... bobby pin, piece of stiff wire... slimlie pick...

just keep trying, you will find the method that works best for you

[lock2006]

Well maybe this video from jkthecker will help you out
look like your problem, when the plug won't turn all the way
you have to keep on hitting the pins till they turn
hope this helps good luck.

http://www.youtube.com/user/jkthecjer