What set is ok?

by **muttorious** » 11 Aug 2005 13:44

I am new to this and am looking to buy a set. I am looking at 3 diffrent ones.

1. PXS-14
2. PXS-17
3. MPXS-20

You can find the details of them hereâ€¦

http://www.lockpickshop.com/c-LS.html

Are these any good? Are there others I should be considering? Please help me make the best decision. I do understand that making your own is quite useful; at this time I want to practice and get into before I start make shifting my own tools. I appreciate any input.

by **Santos718** » 11 Aug 2005 15:08

All sets are fine, but you really don't need a wide range of tools. The PXS-14 should be fine for a beginner. Once you get further into the sport, you won't really be looking into SouthOrd much!!! Don't get me wrong, SouthOrds are good, but Petersons are better(in my opinion). Everyone has a different preference. But the PXS-14 would be a good choice.

by **cracksman** » 11 Aug 2005 15:15

1. Please fill in your profile, country and general area is fine, it is actually important for us to know this to determine what the profile of pick is best for you.

2. I think you are probably the thousandth person to ask this question this month. Please use the search button, you will find all the info you need has already been discussed.

3. All things being equal a "Slimline" set usually gives you more options than a normal set.

4. You don't need a big set, but you would be better off with reinforced handles.

5. Don't get discouraged if you get some abuse for asking such a "noobish" question, but in the future, please, please, please search before you ask something.
:wink:

-Welcome

by **cracksman** » 11 Aug 2005 15:16

Santos, how hard was it to bite your tongue and give that nice thoughtful answer :lol:

by **Eyes_Only** » 11 Aug 2005 15:19

The PXS-14 is ideal for someone who is just getting into this hobby. The larger sets usually have picks in there that you will almost never use or have two picks that are exactly the same except one having handles and the other not having one, total waste of money in my opinion. I have a 32 piece set and i only use 3 picks out of all of them, the rest of the funky rakes and junk are still in "mint" condition.

by **muttorious** » 11 Aug 2005 15:19

Thanks for not flaming me and sorry for not searching. Additionally I have updated my profile. Are slimline picks only for UK and Japaniese locks?

by **Santos718** » 11 Aug 2005 15:21

cracksman wrote:Santos, how hard was it to bite your tongue and give that nice thoughtful answer

VERY HARD...I'm trying to ease up on the floobing, because some don't really like it...But you said everything I would have said. BUt I would have put a couple of "

and

" in there. :lol:

by **Chrispy** » 11 Aug 2005 16:03

cracksman wrote:Santos, how hard was it to bite your tongue and give that nice thoughtful answer

The reason Santos didn't floob was because the question was posted with proper grammar and spelling, was polite and didn't go along the lines of "wut piks shood I by?". Plus it included links, always a good sign. :wink:

by **cracksman** » 11 Aug 2005 16:22

The slimlines are made to fit smaller keyways, you find more of these type locks in Europe, and Japan apparently. The nice thing about them is that they also allow you to manipulate them more easily. As you get better you will also encounter tougher locks in which they will be more useful.

by **jamesphilhulk2** » 12 Aug 2005 8:12

i agree with santos you don't really want to spend lots of money on a masive set buy the 14 piece and perhaps when you get good you can buy a bigger set and give me the 14 set :wink:

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