Woot! Got my first lock!

by **josephhkim** » 24 Mar 2005 1:33

yA! I got my first lock. it was a masterlock. I started out using way too much tension and then finally got it. I didn't use any raking, only pin by pin. Took a total of 10 minutes. Done the same lock 3 times now, what should i move onto? Kwikset?

by **Exodus5000** » 24 Mar 2005 2:03

Kwikset will work just fine. Congrats on the pick!

by **maty68** » 24 Mar 2005 7:44

Congrats!...Now you may want to consider changing the order of the pins in the lock or try a harder lock. From what i can gather, Kwikset is a relatively easy lock to pick, but its a start. Try to get a lock with security pins(mushrooms, spools etc). And make sure the lock you work on actually does belong to you

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by **josephhkim** » 24 Mar 2005 18:07

It does.

I have trouble "feeling" the pins. I dont' know which pin i'm working on.

by **Kayvon** » 24 Mar 2005 18:21

Forgive me if I'm mistaken, but Masterlock is a padlock, right? He's going to have a hard time if decides to repin it (change the order of the pins). I think you're right on track with the kwikset. Get some more experience before you get frustrated with some security pins. (But don't be afraid to try security pins, too... never hurts to stretch yourself trying to reach new goals.)

by **josephhkim** » 24 Mar 2005 18:32

Yes, it was a padlock.

by **josephhkim** » 25 Mar 2005 22:01

I dont' know if this works for all master locks but for me if i just put the half diamond all the way into the back of the keyhole and whiggle it a bit, it opens. Is this normal? Or is it just luck cause i can do it consistenly.

by **Guesss** » 29 Mar 2005 12:29

i don't know about hitting security pins yet specially if this is your first pick but kwikset would be a good start.

on the topic of diamond wiggling. it is probabily just a pretty flat key configuration. so yes it is along the lines of luck. try and look at the keys when you buy the lock and look for an up down configuration or high low.

good luck and get more locks

by **another aussie** » 30 Mar 2005 2:58

One really good suggestion (which was a tip I picked up here, I'm sorry I don't know who the first to suggest it was?)

Is NOT to pick the same lock over and over. Obviously if you only have the one lock to pick that is a bit harder, but soon you will have a bunch (or drawful :oops:

) of locks and it is a good idea to put one down and move on to another as soon as you pick it.
That way you will improve your general skills and learn to tell the difference between different locks, older locks, different tension etc. rather than just learn how to master your one lock (which will probably be slightly different to other locks that are the same make and model).

by **Kodack** » 18 Apr 2005 15:07

Congratulations! You will always remember your first.

by **Kodack** » 18 Apr 2005 15:10

another aussie wrote:One really good suggestion (which was a tip I picked up here, I'm sorry I don't know who the first to suggest it was?)

Is NOT to pick the same lock over and over. Obviously if you only have the one lock to pick that is a bit harder, but soon you will have a bunch (or drawful ) of locks and it is a good idea to put one down and move on to another as soon as you pick it.
That way you will improve your general skills and learn to tell the difference between different locks, older locks, different tension etc. rather than just learn how to master your one lock (which will probably be slightly different to other locks that are the same make and model).

If you get a sizeable collection of locks, especially similar sized/model locks, see how you are at identifying them with your eyes closed, strictly by the touch of the pins. This forces you to pay atention to details like spring pressure, and those small details that make each lock different.

by **Guesss** » 18 Apr 2005 15:15

that is a really good idea. I hadn't thought about doing that before but you are right that would help a lot to hone your skills and that is all of what this game is about.

good advice

by **Fuse** » 18 Apr 2005 16:02

Nice work!
P.S. Kwickset are the best for beginners

by **Birdflyer** » 23 Jun 2005 5:21

I also picked my first for like 3 days ago and just ordered the smallest set from southord. The first lock was an easy padlock, but wow, what a great feeling when the lock poped up :] Well, went on to a cheap bike-lock and that was also a success after a while, but now Ive no more locks at home, so I think I'll go to a lock store or something to buy a kwikset as Ive heard is recomended for beginners here ^^.
Well, have to wait for my tools to arive :]
Oh, btw, bought a book also, it was called, "Visual Guide to Lock Picking" by McCloud, Mark.

That one havnt arived yet either, anyone have it and can tell if its good?
I mean, have to be able to learn more about lock picking but when just sitting in front of the computer these nice days ^^

Well, thanks for a very nice forum! Ive already learned much this day Ive known about the site!

/ Birdflyer

Woot! Got my first lock!

Woot! Got my first lock!

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