Made my first pick, what next?

[ClockworkLemon]

So, I got bit by the lock picking bug again after a 20+ year break. I made a few picks back in high school when I first got interested in lock picking. I still have a couple of them somewhere, but I'm in no hurry to try and find them again, as they were pretty crudely made. After doing a bit of research, I had another go at making my own pick. Here's my handiwork:


Now comes the tricky question: I have a hook, and enough hacksaw blade to make one more pick, what should I make next? Some sort of rake, or a half-diamond, or something else? I'm thinking of either a city rake or a snake rake, but I'd be interested in what others thought too.

[johnb007]

That came out very nice. I'd probably go with the snake-rake next, IMHO.

[yojimbosecurity]

In my humble opinion there two picks that are a must have. A hook and a Bogota. So, I would say make a bogota.

[Daltonj21]

Short hook , medium hook / gem style and a deforest diamond. 90% of the time that is all I use. BUT I'm terrible at raking.

[Squelchtone]

If you are just getting back into picking, and want to make another pick, nice job on the hook by the way, the next one I would recommend is a regular classic shaped half diamond because it is much simpler to make and finish than the other suggestions. It is also a very useful pick as both a rake and a rocker.

Hope this helps,
Squelchtone

[ClockworkLemon]

Thanks for the replies, guys, I've got plenty of food for though here. I have to admit, the thought of something simple is appealing, gives me a chance to improve my technique a bit more before attempting something intricate. So, I'll probably make a half diamond for now, and try to get my hands on a couple more hacksaw blades.