[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Lock picking set recommendations

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:27:12 PM EDT

I'd like to learn how to pick locks. Nothing malicious, I just think it's pretty cool and could come in handy now and again.
Can anyone recommend a good lock picking set that is good value for the money?
On a side note, I was wanting to get some para-chord, wheres the best place to get that?

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:32:16 PM EDT

[#1]

I fiddle around with a Southord MPXS-14 set of picks. But truthfully could probably get away with a smaller set for what I do with them.

http://www.lockpickshop.com/MPXS-14.html

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:32:24 PM EDT

[#2]

In.

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:32:25 PM EDT

[#3]

There are many resources you can buy from. Of course you need to know what you are going to learn on - and buy a set consistent with that type.

Make sure you are aware of local laws on the possession of lock picking tools.

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:35:51 PM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
I fiddle around with a Southord MPXS-14 set of picks. But truthfully could probably get away with a smaller set for what I do with them.

http://www.lockpickshop.com/MPXS-14.html

So does it work pretty well?

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:45:47 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I fiddle around with a Southord MPXS-14 set of picks. But truthfully could probably get away with a smaller set for what I do with them.

http://www.lockpickshop.com/MPXS-14.html

So does it work pretty well?

It depends on your skill level and the quality of the lock. For a beginner if you are trying to pick a desk lock you will most likely be able to unlock the lock.

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:49:07 PM EDT

[#6]

make your own

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:49:27 PM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I fiddle around with a Southord MPXS-14 set of picks. But truthfully could probably get away with a smaller set for what I do with them.

http://www.lockpickshop.com/MPXS-14.html

So does it work pretty well?

As well as I'm capable of anyways. They are made real well.
I have a practice lock cylinder that I swap pins in and practice picking. Some set ups are easy to pick, some aren't. I try to single pin pick instead of raking.

read here

Practice practice practice.

Posted: 9/23/2011 7:51:09 PM EDT

[#8]

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/advanced-9-piece-set-lock-picks-16417

I use these, they work great.

NEVER use a masterlock for anything important

Posted: 9/23/2011 8:12:17 PM EDT

[#9]

I get an occasional chance to pick a lock at my job. I used to just pry and twist locks.
A locksmith showed me a few tricks.
I started with a small, cheap padlock for practice.
It takes a fine touch on the tension bar and pins.
I can pick a BEST brand tumbler about half the time.
A YALE or other home type tumbler, I can access as fast as if I have a key.

Any file cabinet or desk is not secure with me around...

(Mainly becuase most can be opened without a key anyhow)

Youtube is your lock picking friend.

Posted: 9/23/2011 8:29:56 PM EDT

[#10]

Southord is the standard entry level pick set. You don't need 800 different picks. You'll probably only use 3 or 4.

or make your own from cheap hacksaw blades and a bench grinder.

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