Lock Picking Basics - What You Need to Know

Lock picking is the art of unlocking a lock without its intended key. Locksmiths are expertly trained in lock picking; they must know how to pick a lock quickly. The tools utilized for lock picking are usually different for each type of lock. Sometimes the tools are improvised from household items, such as hair pins, paper clips and safety pins. Some people enjoy picking locks because it's challenging and fun. There are many hobbyists that enjoy the art of lock picking. Don't get the wrong impression (no pun intended)... lock picking takes practice...and lots of it. The actual methods of lock picking are pretty straightforward and really quite simple. Applying these methods may prove very difficult. You'll soon find with practice that a lock that used to take you an hour to pick may only take ten minutes. Keep practicing, and down the line that same lock will only take you a few seconds!

There are many legitimate reasons to learn the basics of lock picking and many times the knowledge is a valuable asset. Make certain that you have a legal and legitimate reason for what you're doing. There are locksmiths around the globe that earn good living picking locks. Law enforcement and security officers, property management and recovery companies and emergency personnel often use lock picking skills in their professional day-to-day duties. There are magicians that learn the art because their profession calls for it and there are many thousands of hobbyists and lock picking enthusiasts around the world that learn the basics because of the "puzzle value" and the challenge involved in defeating a lock.

Our job here is not to educate our visitors on the law. It is YOUR responsibility to educate yourself on the legal implications. You must determine your local and state laws, regulations and restrictions. Bottom line - don't break the law!

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Lock Picking Basics