Making a HOMEMADE lock pick

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 20:18

How do you make a good lock pick for lets say 'doors' or Masterlock padlocks for practice??? Or can i just buy/get one from someone from this site? Mostly for fun and to unlock the closet that i locked some of my crap in and lost the key. :oops:

Shane
Thanks
Or send me a PM if you wish.

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 20:29

I would suggest using soda cans, coke or pepsi in particular (the acidic content of the drink makes it so they have to produce thicker cans). Just be sure to fold over the edges a little so you don't cut yourself. Some people have other suggestions, use the search fuction and read up a bit more.

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 20:31

Oh, I forgot to mention.

Yes, you can buy picks from this site. The best way is to post a short (2-3 paragraph) essay about yourself in all of the forums and also say why you want them. The reason being is people don't just sell to anyway, you need to be trustworthy. The reason you need to post in all the different forums is because most people lurk in only one forum, and not all of them. So in order to find someone selling you have to post in all of them.

As you learn more you will learn about how the forums works and such, for example how to use the search or private message functions. You will also learn to completely ignore certain people that will try to BS you, so keep an eye out for those people. Best of luck.

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 20:32

Having trouble undersanding here on what to do, so what i cut the can in a key shape or what Will this actually work on lets say a simple door lock that uses a key in the nob?

WOW fast posting..

Shane

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 20:35

Well, your best bet is probobly to buy picks (see my second post above), but if you want to make them yourself, follow these instructions:

Take the can, and use scisors or something to cut the top off, and then cut a clean line down the side and cut the bottom off, so you should have a rectangular shape now (you can throw away the top and bottom). Now you want to cut the long piece into about 4 even pieces long-ways. Now take each of these four pieces, and fold them exactly in half (This is to strengthen them). Then cut them into the shape of a key (any key will do). Good luck. Once again, I strongly advise you to search to find a second opinion if you want.

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 20:36

(sorry, I keep forgetting things to add to my post)

Be very carefull when cutting the can, the edges can be very sharp. Wear good working gloves, and take your time.

by **rayman452** » 10 May 2005 20:45

Well then, MCM, I think I'll double as a second opinion here. Pretty much what MCM is right, except there is a better way to do this. You know that black device they showed in "Gone in 60 Seconds" for the cars? Make your own from the can, but for doors. Basically do what MCM said, but after copying the key, file it down a little. Then, put it into the lock and jiggle it. It should pop open in a few seconds. If it doesn't then adjust your wrist for a different angle, use more folds to thicken the metal, or copy another key. Searching will probally show the same results, but if you want to do that, hey, its your 2 minutes of your life.

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 20:55

try 30 minutes of my life my computer is as fast as '' trying to pick a lock with a rock''. Ok i think i get it. WOW that actually works? so what do i do make differnt key shapes with different strips of the can.. LOL i can see my self with a huge key chain of these things. I'll remember ya'll when i pick my first. I'll be sure to post when i do.

Man its quick responses here! got more help in 20 minutes then i couldany where wlse! GREAT SITE. I love forums. easy talking to a person than followig confusing directions online.

Shane

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 20:57

Once again, I urdge you to search the forums and read all of the suggested reading material. You'll learn a lot. Good luck with those pop can picks though. Don't forget, safety first!

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 20:59

Its possible to put digtal picyures on this site correct. thought i'd take pics of the keys imake to make srei'm doing it correctly.

Shane

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 21:02

i've been searching. Lucky for me there's only a few topics on this. dont have to search to much.

Shane

by **mcm757207** » 10 May 2005 21:03

You will have to first configure your computer to sync with the device through universal serial bus or some other similar protocal, then place the compact disc provided with the manufacturer of the camera into your opictal drive. After loading the disk, you should install the software drivers included on it so the camera and system can properly communicate. Then load and render the picture as you see fit (with a graphics editing program such as Adobe Photoshop), and export it to your hard drive as a jpg, gif, or other such acceptable file format. Also make sure to name the file an appropriate title. Next you have to connect to your ISP and find a server which provides HTTP hosting for you. After adding yourself to their database tables and obtaining a log in ID and password string, log onto their systems and upload the file in question to their servers, taking note of the URL of the file. Then copy and past the URL to these forums. Good luck.

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 21:20

WOW fancy words Okay so basicaly all the mumble jumble was an odd way of saying upload the pictures on your computer then copy and paste the URL of the pic the lick the ''img'' button aboved paste it and type whate ever and presto!

Okay this will be easier. i knew how to do it just didnt know if this site allowed personal pictures.

Shane

by **deputy865** » 10 May 2005 21:38

MCM,
Are you pulling myleg about this? Know that i tink about this and before i get started will the shape of the ''can key'' even fit in the key whole of a lock. Dont BS me on this one.. Funny how you said people BS on here somtimes.. :lol:

oooo i'll get you back for this one :twisted:

. Should took some time about this one. yes i read a FAQ or 2. and got a little more info but i just wan o jump right into this! when arnt you considered a newb? i should have guess the getting raged on would come!

Lert me guess the fast response was do to that i was new and the oppertunity to have first dibs on a newb was yours. This wasthe complete opposite i've what i though

(and i say tis whole post with a bit of sarcasm and joking around in here, i'm not serious about everything.) i just cant wit to have some fun with some newbs here, scine i guessits the cool thing to do.

Shane

by **vector40** » 10 May 2005 21:50

Please don't actually try the can thing.

Though his explanation of how to upload an image was accurate, detailed, and completely useless.

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