next step

[shortlineflyer]

I have been practicing more and more and have gotten good at opening basic 4 and 5 pin tumbler locks. I think I am ready to progress to the next level of locks, unfortunately I don't know what the next step is. My guess is that I should move on to locks that have security pins does anyone have any suggestions?

I was also wondering what locks are out there that have security pins but are also easy to learn, I don't want a lock where every pin is a security pin(at least not yet).

[exspook]

sounds like you are moving in the right direction

Where abouts are you as that will give us some idea what you should maybe move on to next or at least help

[WolfSpring]

It will depend on where you are located as to what locks are easily available. If state side a lot agree that a master 140 is good step towards security pins. I prefer an american series re-keyable lock, there are so many to choose form, i think the 1100 is one of the favs lately because you can get them shipped on ebay for under 10 bucks. And you key take the pins out(I believe of the 1100) and start with only a couple security pins in and work your way up. Just my thoughts on it.

[shortlineflyer]

so far I have picked an arax, aand gaurd padlock. for some reason I am having problems picking a masterlock #3. Ive also picked some doorlocks that have 5 pins. I think those were equivalent to kwikset locks.

[shortlineflyer]

what is the best american lock to try to pick if i wanna learn to pick security pins?

[chriswingate]

what is the best american lock to try to pick if i wanna learn to pick security pins?

Like Wolfspring said, a Master 140, has at least one security pin. An American Lock No. 1100 series is a good starting point. You can take out the core, and progressively pin it, adding or removing security pins as you see fit. The American will also give you an introduction on the feel of serrated pins. Again, you can start off with only a couple of pins to get the feel and the hang of how spools and serrated pins work, and work your way up from there.