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is this pick any good for newb?

When it comes down to it there is nothing better than manual tools for your Lock pick Set, whether they be retail, homebrew, macgyver style. DIY'ers look here.

is this pick any good for newb?

Postby clonedone » 30 Dec 2006 21:29

hi i want to start picking locks as i hobby i guess, and i noticed this pick

http://www.lockpickshop.com/p-LOCK-PICK ... CHAIN.html

is it any good? it seems like its lacking a few essetial picks, but its small size is perfect for me. is this good for noobs?
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Postby timal » 30 Dec 2006 21:40

The Double Bump Rake Pick will open many padlocks, master etc. Use the too much coffee jiggle and they open right up. Your padlocks.
Have a Great Day !
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Postby Aqua » 30 Dec 2006 21:47

Not really.

Go with a standard set like THIS one. Working on your feel is of the essence when you're just beginning. The pick you have chosen will hardly give you proper feedback for learning.

As for the number of tools you have, don't worry about it. You'll probably end up using only one or two rakes, the diamond, the hook (hopefully) and one wrench. Mabey You'll use the double ball if you encounter a wafer. That would be it... it's simmilar for the beginners as well as for the more experianced lockpickers.

Of course I'm not saying that it's impossible to learn with a tool like that one, but I am saying that it definately isn't easier.

Good luck and Cheers on the New Years Eve.
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Postby clonedone » 30 Dec 2006 22:49

thanks guys
well im not going to really like get into lockpicking,
mabey just as a past time, or if i really do get locked out of my house.
the only thing i was worring about, was the number of tools, but i guess thats no problem.
btw, does anyone know any other lock picking sites that are paypal approved? other then lockpickshop
thanks
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Postby LockNewbie21 » 31 Dec 2006 6:26

Brotha if your locked out or think you are hide a key or two around in a not obvious place.

The lockpick you showed is poorly made, no demensions given. Or jsut ask budwiser he bought one and hated it.

As always use the search. But just get a 13 peice set. Its small cheap and southord makes decent picks.
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