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by phrygianradar » 19 Jun 2013 0:04
That is very clever! I got my Keymark keyed up with a card and all. Both keys cost me $28.00! Fortunately the cylinder was free... It was one of the SFIC cores that I was picking for the locksmith that I hang around near my work. It was in a mortise shell and didn't have keys but was pinned already. I used a Peterson slender Jem and got it open in under ten minutes! Talk about lucky picking! Although it is a six pin and not a seven pin. Even still, it really tweaked my pick. It had a little curve to it when I was done.
I must say, using a sweeper bristle for a key is a pretty cool idea. Looks nice too! If I ever get another one of those without keys I will have to try that method. Nice work as always!
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by fgarci03 » 19 Jun 2013 5:56
I tried to get a blank for this one. But it's impossible Even tried to get a key, and re-pin the lock to that key. But no go to. Had to improvise! Thanks P.S. - I still can't pick this lock. It doesn't look very difficult to do, as the feedback isn't that hard. But the warding kills me and I haven't found a way to lift the pins that works well for me...
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by phrygianradar » 19 Jun 2013 8:51
fgarci03 wrote:P.S. - I still can't pick this lock. It doesn't look very difficult to do, as the feedback isn't that hard. But the warding kills me and I haven't found a way to lift the pins that works well for me...
Yeah, like I said, it really messed up my pick. The warding is what makes this lock secure, otherwise it is just the same as any A2 SFIC lock (I am pretty sure...if I am wrong, somebody please correct me!). The fact that I picked one so quick was dumb luck, nothing more. Maybe it had an easy pinning combo as well, I am not sure because I didn't decode it myself, I still didn't have the equipment. I do now! I can probably get you some blanks for the Keymark if you want, I have to check on this to make sure, but PM me if you want me to check. Not sure how much they will be, but I will ask about it.
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by fgarci03 » 19 Jun 2013 8:56
PM sent!
Anyway, looking at the bitting doesnt look difficult.. Just have to find a way to use a pick inside!
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by jeffmoss26 » 19 Jun 2013 10:03
I was bored the other day so I decided to take a master ring cylinder apart. I did it all with a standard follower and did not have to remove the top strip. I had the operating keys only (like your lock). I removed the plug and set it aside, then one by one, removed each pin and spring. Putting it back together, I put the master ring in first, lined it up by putting the last spring in, then installed all of the pins and springs in the same way. Definitely had to take my time though!
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by fgarci03 » 19 Jun 2013 10:08
Nice! I've never been very good at reassembling like that. Gotta practice more 
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by fgarci03 » 5 Jul 2013 7:48
IMPRESSION 11 - My first true pin tumbler impression So well, I got from Gordon a NICE impressioning magnifier and a flashlight that fits there. The magnifier is from MBAUSA:  And I also got 6 Master Nº3 and blanks to paly with. Oh happy me!  The blanks came with the spacing already cutted to help me out a bit (yeah, I'm a spoiled brat  )  The process has nothing new. Just followed every guide around here, insert key, wiggle, see mark, file just a little bit. I still feel it VERY inconsistent, and I will be wrecking some blanks on the other locks for sure. But I DID IT!  The key is still an ugly one, but works like charm.  (after the image was taken, I have sweeped it with the file just to remove that debris) I finally felt that rotation with a heavy drag, and got the last mark deep into the key. After filing it, the key was smooth as an original. That's awesome. Still have much to learn, but I'm enjoying every step of the way. Thank you Gordon for providing me with such cool toys 
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by GWiens2001 » 5 Jul 2013 8:04
Excellent job, Filipe! Very happy for your success. Be a little careful with the steep edges of that key. It is referred to as canyoning, and poses the risk of getting the key stuck in the lock. If it feels like the key is binding on insertion or removal, try to angle the edges of any bitting with steep sides. Glad you are coming along so well! Gordon
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by fgarci03 » 5 Jul 2013 8:47
Thanks! I do that while I'm impressioning so I never get a key stuck in the lock. This one enters and exits smoothly, must be on it's limit! 
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by fgarci03 » 22 Jul 2013 19:39
IMPRESSION 12 Have you ever seen a key like this?  It's from a dimple lock:  I've had a lock that I couldn't pick when I got it and was left forgotten for a while. Decided to give it a go today and I was stunned:  Never imagined it could have these, as I've never heard about this brand, nor anyone who I asked. Anyway, decided to make a key for it. Never impressioned a dimple lock, and since I couldn't see the marks, I decided to use the disassembled plug to do it. Here's the detail on the key:  And proof of success:  Unfortunatelly, when I copied the cuts on the other side, I cutted a little too much on one pin and the key only works with the right side up... But ok, we all make mistakes 
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