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Lock pick - which one

European hardware -lever locks, profile cylinders specific for European locks. European lock picks and European locks.

Lock pick - which one

Postby Ali » 10 Jan 2008 14:57

In Spain the most popular type used is the Euro Cylinder. I am considering buying a lock pick gun either the Snap Gun or the Electric Pick which looks abit like an electric screwdriver. I have spoken to some suppliers and I get mixed views. Some say the snap gun is cheaper and better others say you are better with the electric pick even though it is more expensive.
Can you give your experienced opinion on the best purchase or any general advice.
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Postby dougfarre » 10 Jan 2008 17:07

I mean, if you are looking to bypass locks fast and easy then I would check out the pick gun before the the electrogun. I mean, you cant start with the best, then you have nothing to look forward to! :)
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Postby Ali » 11 Jan 2008 2:54

dougfarre wrote:I mean, if you are looking to bypass locks fast and easy then I would check out the pick gun before the the electrogun. I mean, you cant start with the best, then you have nothing to look forward to! :)


So from what you are saying the Electric Pick is best but start with the Snap Gun. Am I right.
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Postby dougfarre » 11 Jan 2008 17:49

Pretty much.
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Postby parapilot » 11 Jan 2008 18:39

I use my snap gun everyday in work, hardly ever get the elec gun out. i get much better results with the manual one. just what your used to i suppose, and like better. plus the elec always dies, forget to charge it etc etc etc, snap gun is in my side pocket ready to go at all times!.
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Postby Ali » 12 Jan 2008 2:46

Thanks for the advice. I can get a Brockhage Down Firing Snap Gun from UK Bump Keys for £25 so I think I will go with that. Thanks again.
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