American Locks

by **ViralYouth** » 26 Aug 2007 18:56

Do all American Locks use security pins? I tried doing a search but when I hit enter it just goes to a blank page.

by **Iceberg_Slim** » 26 Aug 2007 18:58

it is part of their M O

by **Gordon Airporte** » 26 Aug 2007 19:40

Yes, and they are one of the very few manufacturers to use security features on the key pins and serrations as an anti-pick measure.

by **vrocco** » 27 Aug 2007 8:38

If you want to take a look at the pins of an American 5200 series padlock, look at the post I had here:
http://www.lockpicking101.com/viewtopic.php?t=23553

Yes both top and bottom pins are serrated.

by **vrocco** » 27 Aug 2007 8:38

If you want to take a look at the pins of an American 5200 series padlock, look at the post I had here:
http://www.lockpicking101.com/viewtopic.php?t=23553

Yes both top and bottom pins are serrated.