Learning locks.

by **TheSnakey** » 2 Oct 2008 6:07

Probably asked a million time but im going to bunnings on the weekend to buy a rotory tool and some locks whats some good locks to get to learn?

by **datagram** » 2 Oct 2008 8:09

A standard kwikset deadbolt is probably the easiest lock to begin with. You can also get Schlage, but they might have security pins and will be slightly harder to completely disassemble. The Kwiksets have an easy pop-off top to the pin chambers, and can be easily repinned/rekeyed. This is really good when you're just starting out, because you can pin it as easy or as hard as you need to.

dg

by **MacGnG1** » 2 Oct 2008 12:29

get a kwikset deadbolt and do db's exercise

by **cppdungeon** » 3 Oct 2008 0:40

seconded. get a deadbolt cylinder, do exercises. make sure you have tweezers or something to use as a plug follower when you take it apart. A small padlock can also be fun, but be sure to watch out for security pins unless you want a challenge.Also, i highly recommend sanding and polishing your picks...it makes them both shiny, and easier to work with. good luck!

by **Eyes_Only** » 3 Oct 2008 1:34

I would highly recommend getting actual locksmith pinning tweezers like this one, http://www.lockpickshop.com/LZT001.html . You could do without it and use regular tweezers you find at Sears or some hobby shop but the real thing really does help bring down the level of frustration you will experience when you end up having to re-load the top pins after they've all popped out by accident........and it will happen. Happens to everyone.

by **MacGnG1** » 3 Oct 2008 10:07

Eyes_Only wrote:I would highly recommend getting actual locksmith pinning tweezers like this one, http://www.lockpickshop.com/LZT001.html . You could do without it and use regular tweezers you find at Sears or some hobby shop but the real thing really does help bring down the level of frustration you will experience when you end up having to re-load the top pins after they've all popped out by accident........and it will happen. Happens to everyone.

DUDE! why didnt u guys tell me that months ago!

i've been using pliers! i shoulda got fancy tweezers a long time ago

by **datagram** » 3 Oct 2008 11:09

MacGnG1 wrote:
Eyes_Only wrote:I would highly recommend getting actual locksmith pinning tweezers like this one, http://www.lockpickshop.com/LZT001.html . You could do without it and use regular tweezers you find at Sears or some hobby shop but the real thing really does help bring down the level of frustration you will experience when you end up having to re-load the top pins after they've all popped out by accident........and it will happen. Happens to everyone.

DUDE! why didnt u guys tell me that months ago!
i've been using pliers! i shoulda got fancy tweezers a long time ago

Heh, I just bent a street sweeper bristle in half and use that. Maybe I'll go all out and add bendy edges, though

dg

by **freakparade3** » 3 Oct 2008 13:00

I can set anyone up with great tweezers for a great price. Ask me how.

by **TheSnakey** » 3 Oct 2008 22:53

thanks for the help going to get some stuff right now

by **Mutzy** » 3 Oct 2008 23:01

lol... By Bunnings, i assume you're an Australian, so you'd have a pretty slim chance of finding yourself a quickset lock. You may be able to find a cheap Lanes Entrance set or Deadbolt. Fill out your account details so we can help you better.

by **TheSnakey** » 5 Oct 2008 22:55

yeah im aussie. well i went and got my rotary tool <3. and i got a few 3 pin padlocks. took me 1 minute to pic the first one and 2 minutes to pick the second one

ill go again next weekend a get something a bit harder and a deabolt.

by **zeke79** » 5 Oct 2008 23:17

Since you are in Australia, pick up yourself a BiLock. That will keep you busy for years to come. You can likely pick up a first generation BiLock very reasonably and it will still be a lock that will keep you busy for ages.

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