Wal-Mart Lock

[ballek]

If I have the Easy Pickings manual and the Southord 5 pick set is there a Wal-Mart lock I can buy to help me better understand picking>

[illusion]

go for kwikset

then search this forum for threads about practice locks

[digital_blue]

Make sure that you buy the Kwikset deadbolt set that is keyed on both sides. This way you get two cylinders for around the same price.

db

[vector40]

Actually, I usually find them to be more expensive... but not proportionally, so it's still the right call.

[digital_blue]

Yeah, last time I looked they were about $4 more. Makes for a pretty good buy.

db

[c1187w]

Last time I went to Walmart they had locks for sale between $10-25. I would suggest a kwikset, but if you want something easier go for the $10 lock. If you want a more advanced lock try a hardware store like Home Depot.

[digital_blue]

Something easier than a Kwikset??? Really?

db

[Mad Mick]

Something easier than a Kwikset??? Really?

db

WTF db!!! Haven't you seen the new line-up from Alreadyset?

[hzatorsk]

If I have the Easy Pickings manual and the Southord 5 pick set is there a Wal-Mart lock I can buy to help me better understand picking>

Walmart sucks: http://www.google.com/search?q=walmart+sucks

Spend a little time at Lowe's, Home Depot, ACE hardware store or if you are locally supportive (and I suggest you try to be so)... perhaps your locally owned hardware / home improvement store.

You need the stuff you already have, a practice lock or two and some time to practice. Everything else you may need... (encouragement, advice, etc.)... you'll find here!

Find something cheap with a keyhole, a key, a low price and bring it home and tackle it. We'll be here.

Z

[l0cked0ut]

hey i know this may sound rotten to some of you but maybe you could tell me if this is possible. Can one practice on a set of locks you buy at Walmart (the evil, wonderfully...evil) store and then return them (undamaged of course) Does their return policy exlude locks?

In this manner you could effectively try out as many locks as youd like for free, as long as you pay with cash the first time so that they dont track you?

Sorry not to ecourage or suggest illegal activity, just wondering if its possible?

[Chucklz]

At the very least this is unethical. Don't forget, you would be causing a company to loose money. The store folk would eventually spot and stop you. Besides, why would you ever want to return a lock? And why would you buy lots of new locks? Its far easier and cheaper to get old "junk" locks.

[Mad Mick]

Its far easier and cheaper to get old "junk" locks.

And to be honest, it's better practice. If you decide to become a locksmith, you're very unlikely to be confronted with spanky new locks on every job.

[l0cked0ut]

well i havent picked a lock as of yet (still waiting for the picks) so I guess Im still a bit naive. I figured once you figure out a deadbolt lock, the challenge of it is gone, but I guess the pins can rearranged and such on bolt locks.

Today I bought a 4 pack of padlocks today for $13 (Briggs Locks). I havent opened the package because Im not sure if it was a good idea to buy them. I know this question is forbidden, but should I get just get some deadbolt locks?

[digital_blue]

Today I bought a 4 pack of padlocks today for $13 (Briggs Locks). I havent opened the package because Im not sure if it was a good idea to buy them. I know this question is forbidden, but should I get just get some deadbolt locks?

I'm not sure what part of that question is forbidden.

I would always recommend you start with a deadbolt stripped down to two pins. Then work your way up. If you take care to pay attention and not move up in level until you are confident you are actually aware of what's going on and not just poking and proding, I'm convinced there is no better way to advance your skills quickly.


Not everyone agrees with this philosophy. I myself started with padlocks, so it can't be all bad. The best thing you can do is to just get started and practice lots. Just make sure that you are paying attention when you pick and understanding what's going on. This will make all the difference. See instore for details. Subject to financing. Your milage may vary. PS: Buying products for your own amusement with the intention of returnign the product for a refund is wrong. Dead wrong. It is one of the contributing factors that leads to cost increases for everyone.

[Chrispy]

I learnt to pick (properly) by buying a deadbolt ($3.50 AUD a cylinder, oh yeah! ) and removed all but one pin, picked it, moved to two pins, picked it, moved to three pins, so on and so on. It is the best way to learn, no doubt.