Tension question

[PureSkills]

When using a tension wrench, how do you know where to apply tension? Clockwise or counter clockwise, for example on a tubular lock , once that is solved, is there a certain order to press the pins down ? and while pressing them down do you continue to apply more tension or have it remain the same?>

[christian_ptrsn]

I'm very new to lock picking, but the pin that is the hardest to push down (up) is usually the binding pin, and needs to be pushed down (sideways) to make progress on the next binding pin. lol sorry if that was tottaly random and not a answer to your question at all.

[Tygart]

To unlock

Most pad locks will turn Counter clockwise, Master locks will turn both ways, so will cheep padlocks.

Home Doorknob locks will turn Counter Clockwise. Dead bolts will turn counter clockwise.

Mostly it depends on the lock. But that is the general rule.

The order of the pins you pick will be different depending on the lock.

You will pick the pin that bends the most. (You can feel it)

[Tygart]

Mods Sorry to double post you can edit the bottom entry into the above post and delete this if you wish..

Mostly it depends on the lock. But that is the general rule

Its usally waffer locks that can be different. I don't know about others I am still learning.

[cheesehead]

dead bolts will turn away from the door jamb. could be clockwise, or counterclockwise...

[PureSkills]

ok now what about tubular locks?

[WDPaladin]

ok now what about tubular locks?

Heh, your answer lies here..

http://www.lockpicking101.com/viewtopic.php?t=2474

Work on tumblers for now, go here (link below) for some basics on tension, locks, the works. Welcome to the MADNESS!

http://www.gregmiller.net/locks/mitguide/

[WDPaladin]

Sorry about the double post, mods please combine/contort/do as you wish with this and the last. I just wanted to add that I made a mistake up there; tubular locks can be discussed as long as the premise is all good. Sorry bout that.