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Postby Thecolltyler » 19 Jul 2005 17:45

I was wondering if anyone had any designs for homemade pick, rakes, ect.

thanks
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Postby Mad Mick » 19 Jul 2005 18:28

There are images of users' picks all over this site. Do a search for 'templates' etc. :wink:
Normally, a question like this will result in a 'warming' feeling directed towards you, as the flames get hotter...

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Postby Chrispy » 19 Jul 2005 19:54

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Seek, and ye shall find...... a lot of information on this subject. A lot.

Mad Mick wrote:The Search button is your new best friend.

The search button is always your best friend. :wink:
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Postby oaksy » 20 Jul 2005 8:12

hello...

Search the site you will find what you need...
also look at this might help...

viewtopic.php?t=3693&highlight=templates


http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y246/C ... plates.jpg

http://www.gregmiller.net/locks/makelockpicks.html

Regards
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Postby Chrispy » 20 Jul 2005 18:51

FYI, my pick templates need to be updated. I've slimmed them all down (to fit more keyways and for easier manipulation) and some have been modified (ie. the mailbox pick and auto jiggler)
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Postby cracksman » 20 Jul 2005 19:27

:shock: Wow, you guys let him of easy :P
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Postby Chrispy » 20 Jul 2005 19:32

Meh, I'm in a good mood. Dunno about the other guys. :wink:
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Postby SFGOON » 20 Jul 2005 19:34

Get a Dremmel. I finally made the splurge and am very glad that I did. Also, try making "experemental" shapes out of a hotel key or simmiliar plastic, they will save you the frustration of putting a lot of time into a shape that you don't gel with.
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Postby sillyboy » 27 Jul 2005 13:29

I make alot of nifty lock picks out of very flat aluminium.... if you want it even flater just bang with a hammer
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Postby Chrispy » 27 Jul 2005 19:58

Depending on what type of aluminium you used, it's probably too soft. There are much better things to use when making picks. However, you might want to post some pics of these aluminium picks...?
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Postby sublime progie » 27 Jul 2005 20:12

yeah aluminum picks would be nice if you have sturdy enough metal. you could by a sheet of aluminum roof and it would last a lifetime
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Postby sillyboy » 28 Jul 2005 4:01

I have made aluminium picks that are mega thin... then i coat them in epoxy to tuffen them..... works great
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