can anyone recomend a begginers lockpick set?

[gotmilk954]

preferably under 20-25 dollars. i have never picked any sort of lock before so i don't really need the advanced stuff. just want to learn how to pick basic spring locks.

[freakparade3]

Go to www.lockpicktools.com and you can order basic sets at very reasonable prices.

[barbarian]

Most of the factory made sets can be improved a bit by gently sanding any rough spots and adding some type of handle material.

Heat shrink or tool dip.

[MacGnG1]

read my thread viewtopic.php?t=33622

This is my list from southord http://www.southord.com
SP-10 C Rake
SP-09 short hook
SP-07 small diamond
SP-12 L rake
SP-11 S rake
SP-13 extractor
TW-11 thin line standard
TW-18 double ended
TW-02 short twist flex
TW-01 standard
TW-03 long twist flex
TW-22 Euro Tension Tool
TW-23 Double Ended Euro Tension Tool
VG-9 grips
SLS-09 slim line short hook
SLS-04 slim line small diamond


so thats what i got. i dont use all the tools all the time. i know its not a pre-made set but you might be better off buying them separate.

[PickFree]

My first set was this one.

http://www.southord.com/images/fullsize/MPXS-11.jpg

If you're just starting out that's all you need and it'll keep you going a while.

[Shib]

My first set was this one.

http://www.southord.com/images/fullsize/MPXS-11.jpg

If you're just starting out that's all you need and it'll keep you going a while.

That is what I got to... pretty good picks... mine are a little bent now and I am thinking about getting some new ones.

[ToolyMcgee]

If you would have lurked around a little you may have found this useful:
http://www.lockpicking101.com/viewtopic.php?t=39809
I hope you still do.

-Mcgee