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You Should Be Carrying a Lockpick Set. Here's Why.
The items you carry with you every day are a reflection of your expectations for life. You expect to receive text messages, to get on the bus or drive your car, to unlock doors and use your debit card. But what about when things don’t go the way you expect? This is why we carry other stuff too- stuff like a pocket knife, a mini flashlight, maybe a multi tool. Just in case. Now consider all the times you have the potential to get locked out during the day: your... Read more...
Could You Escape Handcuffs With Nothing But a Hair Pin?
Over on SOFREP there's a new article up on how to pick handcuffs with nothing but a hairpin. It's a really helpful tutorial with step-by-step photos showing how a simple bobby pin can be used in a pinch to unlock a pair of handcuffs. He also explains the easier method of shimming, which is a really useful skill to have as well. The caveat is that a shim cannot be used on double-locked handcuffs. Double-locked cuffs are very common now, so you want to be sure that you have practiced... Read more...
3 Things You'll Need to Pick Your First Lock
3 Things You'll Need to Pick Your First Lock
If you’re ready to take the plunge into lock picking but are unsure of how to start, rest assured that you don’t need a huge arsenal of weirdly shaped picks... Read more...
How Hard is it to Pick a Lock?
How Hard is it to Pick a Lock?
Lock picking is a practice that requires patience. Once you’ve mastered the fundamentals, more advanced lock picking will naturally come more easily. The challenge lies in the initial mastery. In... Read more...
How Do You Pick a Lock?
Although some locks can be incredibly tricky to pick, the fundamentals of picking a basic pin-tumbler lock are fairly simple. The key to success, and eventually speed, is practice. With the exception of clear trainer locks (which are a great investment as you are building your lock picking skills), you’re not going to be able to see what you’re doing when you pick a lock. You’ll have to rely solely on tactile feedback, so the key to training your hands is repetition. 1. Obtain Your Lock First, there are two... Read more...
What Are Lock Picks?
What Are Lock Picks?
And why every survivalist, prepper, and regular person needs one. What is a lock pick? Can you picture in your mind’s eye what a lock pick set looks like? What... Read more...
What is a Bona Fide Locksmith?
What is a Bona Fide Locksmith?
If you are interested in lockpicking, you may from time to time see the disclaimer on a website that certain lock picking items will only be sold to “bona fide”... Read more...
Lock Pick Legality
For lock picking enthusiasts and survivalists alike, the legality of lock picks is a tricky subject. The good news is that in most of the United States and many countries around the world, the sale, transfer, and possession of lock picking tools is not illegal. The Language of Legality The language we use to discuss the legality of lock picking can be a breeding ground for misunderstanding, so let’s take a moment to clarify what we mean by some of the phrases we use. Not illegal: There are no specific... Read more...
The 6 Most Common Lock Picks (And 2 You Shouldn't Be Caught Without)
The world of lock-picking is complex. For the novice hoping to jump in, figuring out where to begin can be a daunting task. Let us make it a bit easier for you with this handy and simple guide to the 6 most common lock picks! Among them are the two most popular tools that no lock picking enthusiast should ever be caught without. First Things First: Get Thyself a Tension Wrench. This one is so essential it's not even part of the actual list. If you hope to use any... Read more...