Learn Lock Picking: EVERYTHING you Need to Know!

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  • Been bought a lock pick set? Bought one yourself? Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry! 😃😃This video explains EVERYTHING you need to know to get going and even what to do after that! Welcome to your new hobby 🔐
    Other great Channels to subscribe to:
    Bosnian Bill:
    / bosnianbill
    Lock Picking Lawyer:
    / @lockpickinglawyer
    My tutorial playlist:
    • Tutorials and Gudes
    Lock pick starter sets:
    • BEST Starter Lock Pick...
    Law Lock Tools Valyrian set:
    www.lawlocktools.co.uk/index....
    Sparrows Lock Picks Tuxedo set:
    www.sparrowslockpicks.com/pro...
    Southord c1500 Set:
    www.withoutakey.co.uk/southor...
    Multipick Elite 11 set:
    shop.multipick.com/en/lock-pi...
    Dangerfield Serenity set:
    www.ukbumpkeys.com/products/d...
    Forums and communities:
    Reddit Lockpicking:
    / lockpicking
    UKLocksport forum (international community despite the name!):
    www.uklocksport.co.uk
    REMEMBER: Only pick locks that you own, that are not in use and which you do not rely on. Stay safe and stay legal!
    Contact me: Locknoobcontact@gmail.com
    #locksport #lockpicking #locksmith #pentest #hacker

Komentáře • 2,3K

  • @LockNoob
    @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +731

    Been bought a lock pick set? Bought one yourself? Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry! 😃😃This video explains EVERYTHING you need to know to get going and even what to do after that! Welcome to your new hobby 🔐

    • @LegalLockPicker
      @LegalLockPicker Před 4 lety +18

      Thanks for the video my friend, this is going to be extremely helpful for a lot of people. Cheers mate

    • @jayeff337
      @jayeff337 Před 4 lety +6

      As per usual, you have made yet another great video! Unfortunately, no pick set or practice lock was gifted to me for Christmas, but as my birthday is today, the mail has yet to come, so I'm not sure if I'll be getting some or not, but considering not many know that I'm into locksport, I doubt it.
      I would be thrilled if you happen to have a practice lock and a decent pick set(hopefully with some type of Ratyolk pick and tok wrenches) that you would consider selling to me, that would be an awesome birthday gift! I'd pay for shipping as well if you'd consider it.
      Thanks for your great work and I hope you have an awesome 2020!

    • @Uniquettt
      @Uniquettt Před 4 lety +2

      Seen this and thought you may like??www.ebay.com/itm/Salesman-Sample-High-Security-Cutaway-Lock-Padlock-Display-Collection/192094668871 me I am busy rubbing this lamp hopping for a genie

    • @davidbennett1357
      @davidbennett1357 Před 4 lety +3

      As I get more into prepping, I have found myself wanting to learn lock picking. I am thankful to have found your channel. I do have a question for you: Are you familiar with the grimworkshop tool line? They have some rather innovative solutions for carrying various types of tools in small, easy to conceal packages. I am curious to know what your opinion is of their lock picking tools as I am considering adding them to my SHTF gear.

    • @niall8538
      @niall8538 Před 4 lety +2

      i bought one of tomtop for 9 euro will it be good quality

  • @chem-spider6975
    @chem-spider6975 Před 4 lety +3894

    Are there any meet-ups where they "let themselves in" as an entry requirement?

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +1065

      Lol great idea 😂

    • @yo_utub-e
      @yo_utub-e Před 4 lety +88

      LMAOOOO

    • @johnpiper3416
      @johnpiper3416 Před 4 lety +550

      Nightmare It’s called prison, getting out again is the advanced course.

    • @mattchadders9776
      @mattchadders9776 Před 4 lety +362

      @@johnpiper3416 they should make an escape room just for lock pickers. id definitely go

    • @N0xNecro
      @N0xNecro Před 4 lety +120

      @@mattchadders9776 they wouldn't make enough money to keep it running.

  • @Lockpicker1973
    @Lockpicker1973 Před 4 lety +948

    Almost 18 years picking locks and this is a wonderful introduction for a newbie

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +47

      Thank you 🙏

    • @Lockpicker1973
      @Lockpicker1973 Před 4 lety +24

      @@LockNoob you're welcome. Just outta curiosity as I'm a huge fan of yours. Would it be possible to acquire some stickers with your logo. I'm sorry if this isn't the appropriate way to ask.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +19

      Lockpicker1973 no problem! Drop me your address by email at locknoobcontact@gmail.com 😃

    • @Lockpicker1973
      @Lockpicker1973 Před 4 lety +6

      @@LockNoob thank you greatly. I'll send out that email promptly

    • @guccimink9845
      @guccimink9845 Před 2 lety +9

      @@Lockpicker1973 pst just between us this one, have you ever broken into any home with them skills or nah

  • @chiefballs
    @chiefballs Před 2 lety +471

    My father bought me 3 different kinds of practice locks and a cheap set of picks years ago and wanted me to try and learn how to lock pick. When I first got them I think I maybe spent 20 minutes one night and gave up. It’s been about 4 years and I just wanted to say thank you because today I opened all 3 after about an hour of practice. Such a good feeling and I couldn’t have done it without your video

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 2 lety +31

      Thanks 😊

    • @saikopomp
      @saikopomp Před 9 měsíci +8

      Dude frl I watched it for not even the whole duration and picked up pretty quick within the beginning of the vid, he’s a legend thanks man

    • @chiefballs
      @chiefballs Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@saikopomp That’s awesome dude! It’s nice to add new tools to the tool belt, stick with it it has become a fun hobby for me!

    • @saikopomp
      @saikopomp Před 9 měsíci +3

      @@chiefballs I like it that satisfactory feeling when it twists open is like yooooooo, it may become my new hobby for fun as well

  • @slinkolity8101
    @slinkolity8101 Před 3 lety +664

    (Time-Stamps)
    ----------
    [1:11] How The Locks Work
    [3:15] The Set Of Tools
    [4:57] Rake Tools
    [9:45] Diamond Tools
    [10:46] Ball Tools
    [12:00] Progression
    ----------

  • @pinetree7296
    @pinetree7296 Před 3 lety +1173

    i ordered a basic Lock picking kit this is gonna be my new Rubiks cube!

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +161

      Its a great hobby. Enjoy!

    • @mahaimtiaz6052
      @mahaimtiaz6052 Před 3 lety +97

      Omg I just learnt how to solve a rubik's cube and now I'm moving on to lock picking!

    • @derf213
      @derf213 Před 3 lety +32

      Doubt lock picking will replace cubing for me, but why not have both. Out of curiosity what's your 3 by 3 pb?

    • @collinjohnson4581
      @collinjohnson4581 Před 3 lety +3

      Hahaha no way 4x4 is fun

    • @collinjohnson4581
      @collinjohnson4581 Před 3 lety +1

      Ok

  • @jacintovski
    @jacintovski Před 4 lety +1913

    Master locks. So bad they're good for starter lock picks... I think they should start rebranding themselves as lockpicking beginner locks.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +240

      Absolutely!

    • @volden4902
      @volden4902 Před 3 lety +43

      Nice roast

    • @LordPadriac
      @LordPadriac Před 3 lety +117

      To be fair I only bother locking my house locks now because they prevent the disoriented methheads up the street from getting in and to make sure for that extra ten years if someone does break in. I've seen the so-called best of the best locks picked in less than ten seconds. I have no faith in any lock anymore. It's the sight of a lock that keeps most people out and to that end I don't see the point in shelling out for anything other than the cheap locks. They all seem to provide the same protection.

    • @Thicbladi
      @Thicbladi Před 3 lety +27

      Also bolt cutters also work quite well to get through them

    • @Ryanzuggyzug
      @Ryanzuggyzug Před 3 lety +21

      I remember opening a master lock with a shim i made in less than ten minutes (opened hundreds of locks with the same one) with the metal end of a pencil, took less than 3 seconds to open.

  • @bitfinesse
    @bitfinesse Před 3 lety +194

    Should also be noted that when single-pin picking, one pin will bind at a time because when these cores were manufactured, the holes that house the pin stacks aren’t in a perfectly-straight line. They’re slightly misaligned, making one pin to be the first to bind. Then the next pin will bind and so forth. More tension is helpful because it provides better feedback to a skilled picker. A very stiff tension tool is also helpful to provide the picker with maximum feedback. Think of a shock absorber on a car. The springiness dampens feedback. You want the opposite of feedback dampening when picking single pins. Slow down. Pay attention to what you feel and hear. Happy picking🤗

    • @SC-rb2jr
      @SC-rb2jr Před 7 měsíci +3

      I was thinking there must be some play in the mechanism so that the first pin stays lined up after you have picked it and you move onto your next pin. Am I right in thinking that pins need to feel the pressure from the tension tool before they will stay in position after being lined up (picked).

    • @rufusherman412
      @rufusherman412 Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you

    • @blackfowl75
      @blackfowl75 Před měsícem +1

      @@SC-rb2jrKinda late but if I understood correctly, you’re right. This is what makes the order in which pins click when you pick them (so you won’t necessarily be able to make the first pin click first every time).

  • @AvenRox
    @AvenRox Před 3 lety +37

    Guess who bought herself a lockpick set for Christmas and just happened to find this video!!! I bought a much smaller pick sets, but I already picked open a couple basic master locks!! This is super helpful though!! This is basically my new fidget toy!!!

  • @taraxa287
    @taraxa287 Před 4 lety +393

    i was about to pick my own door, thanks for advising me against it XDDD

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +137

      Never pick a lock you rely on

    • @Carlos-ux7gv
      @Carlos-ux7gv Před 4 lety +132

      I've done that once. Fortunatelly I haven't break my tools inside.
      And it's amazing that I can pick my own door faster than I usually takes to find my keys.

    • @picimc01
      @picimc01 Před 3 lety +16

      @@Carlos-ux7gv thats amazing

    • @Francinator
      @Francinator Před 3 lety +75

      There are 2 golden rules of lockpicking:
      _Do not pick locks which you do not own._
      _Do not pick locks which you rely on._

    • @sonnywilliams2532
      @sonnywilliams2532 Před 3 lety +2

      Same 🤣🤣🤣

  • @Ezio-Auditore94
    @Ezio-Auditore94 Před 4 lety +808

    This video felt like 5 minutes long. Super complete to be an introduction and so well explained. I think I'll start a new hobby. Thanks for providing us with your quality content.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +29

      Thanks 🙏

    • @RickyMontijo
      @RickyMontijo Před 3 lety +3

      Wow your totally right... 👍

    • @andrevonlandsberg8979
      @andrevonlandsberg8979 Před 2 lety +5

      Wait, its not 5 minutes long??

    • @nevular2989
      @nevular2989 Před rokem

      if you did start doing this can you tell me how it went? I want to start it to but I don't know yet

    • @Feverm00n
      @Feverm00n Před rokem +1

      @@olegtipov4815it was their way of agreeing with the original comment; saying they also felt like the video was 5 minutes long. For another example if you haven’t seen this exchange online before: “wow, that song was amazing, I can’t believe you’re not a professional musician!”
      “Wait, they’re not a professional musician?” It’s meant to continue the compliment.

  • @daeverion
    @daeverion Před 3 lety +87

    I've managed to pick two locks since watching this video. Thank you for a brilliant tutorial. Hearing that click, knowing you've finally cracked it, is a great feeling. This is defintiely becoming a budding interest of mine. Thanks again!

  • @djmindframe99
    @djmindframe99 Před 3 lety +183

    I was indeed gifted a set very close to this. At the 9:59 mark I was able to manipulate my clear lock with every single tool, even the broken key extractor. Within 30 minutes I was able to open a padlock, and my own front door. Showing the skill put to real world tests....and passing! Thank you so much for taking your time to produce this content. I feel this is an invaluable skill to have. Even if I mainly use it just to impress friends. Knowledge is something that cannot be taken away.

  • @Cowboyemoji666
    @Cowboyemoji666 Před 4 lety +131

    I bought a lockpicking set because I found an old lockbox in my closet and couldn't find the key. Turns out just an old notebook was in there. I had fun, though!!

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +14

      Cool!

    • @scottjourdan1259
      @scottjourdan1259 Před 2 lety +15

      Well... that just won't do. Can you describe the notebook and the content left in said notebook?

    • @ma0491
      @ma0491 Před 2 lety +7

      @@scottjourdan1259 Seriously, I wanna know too lol

    • @dimunyu6809
      @dimunyu6809 Před 2 lety +2

      @@scottjourdan1259 frr

  • @yourrightimsooosorry884
    @yourrightimsooosorry884 Před 3 lety +226

    News flash: country's in lockdown
    Me: pass the rake!

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +20

      Lol

    • @usern4metak3ns
      @usern4metak3ns Před 3 lety +6

      Amen to all those that resist against tyranny in any way.

    • @picgmr1575
      @picgmr1575 Před 3 lety +6

      @@usern4metak3ns ah yes. enforcing the laws that protect public safety = tyranny

    • @usern4metak3ns
      @usern4metak3ns Před 3 lety +8

      @@picgmr1575 glad you agree.

    • @picgmr1575
      @picgmr1575 Před 3 lety +1

      @Cloi Coleman this isnt even a bruh moment anymore

  • @ibnewton8951
    @ibnewton8951 Před rokem +17

    You’re not the most well known lock picker on CZcams but you’re easily the best teacher. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @SluggishPanda19
    @SluggishPanda19 Před 2 lety +10

    Was learning to pick locks to open my locker at work cos i lost my key, told my manager and he just shrugged. Asked if i can pick the lock, he said sure in a doubtful voice and that made the look on his face all the more satisfying when i stood there with my locker open. Thank you Lock Noob for bringing me this satisfaction since the tutorial book that came with my set made no sense 🤣

  • @thewarriormamasrockfitresu9533

    My first try with the rake, listened to every detail you said and got it. Thank you so much for sharing. This is an amazing hobby. Love the videos!!

  • @ryanlewington6
    @ryanlewington6 Před 4 lety +152

    Lock picking is always something I've been keen to try and with my current hobby of 5+ years cancelled due to the virus I thought I'd give it a shot

    • @johjoh9270
      @johjoh9270 Před 4 lety +6

      that seems to be true for a good bunch of us now

    • @benfairhall5331
      @benfairhall5331 Před 4 lety +8

      Neon firefly001 what was your other hobby? I’m the same

    • @ryanlewington6
      @ryanlewington6 Před 4 lety +13

      @@benfairhall5331 airsoft mate

    • @benfairhall5331
      @benfairhall5331 Před 4 lety +7

      Neon firefly001 yeah I race bikes for a hobby but all tracks are closed now

    • @ryanlewington6
      @ryanlewington6 Před 4 lety +5

      @@benfairhall5331 I feel your pain 😫

  • @joegallo8774
    @joegallo8774 Před 3 lety +35

    I love how clear you detailed, the lock and you don’t rush it . Keep up your great work 👍💯

  • @tommcneil4374
    @tommcneil4374 Před 3 lety +25

    This is by far the best visual explanation of how the inside of the lock works. The large mock-up cutaway lock and key did it. At last, the " pins" barrel mechanism now makes sense. Thank you for that.

  • @Swingman2012
    @Swingman2012 Před 3 lety +77

    Early on I got that exact set shown at the start of the video. It's from Banggood, is currently listed at US$10.59. They are well made (for the price of course) and have held up well. One tip: The metal handles were hard on my fingers so I got some heatshrink tubing, slipped it over the handles and heated it to fit snugly.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +16

      Heat shrink tubing is a great hack!

    • @Swingman2012
      @Swingman2012 Před 3 lety +4

      @@LockNoob Hey Noob! I think I learned it from Bosnian Bill.
      Whenever I watch a picking video I automatically compare it to you, Bill and Harry the Lock Picking Lawyer. Between the three of you there's everything a picker could need. Not incidentally, you're all fun to watch which is a big plus.

  • @htmagic
    @htmagic Před 4 lety +160

    LockNoob, perfect timing! I bought my buddy a starter set and this tutorial and others is just what he needs to get started! Happy New Year!

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +11

      Thank you and happy new Year 🥳

  • @timothyaylesworth8752
    @timothyaylesworth8752 Před rokem +15

    I just got my first lock pick set and a practice lock a few days ago. Yesterday I actually opened a couple of locks I had around the house. I can't get them open today but it encouraged me to practice and learn more. Thanks for this informative and encouraging video!

  • @eaglebauersrecordcollection

    Neat! You never know when you’ll need a skill and it’s a good idea to pick them up when you’re able to...I’ve had a beginner set sitting in a drawer for a while and just got to trying it. Love collecting information on useful things like this. Thanks for the well made post sir!

  • @lillapickett2906
    @lillapickett2906 Před 3 lety +10

    My uncle is a lock smith so he just bought me a lock pick set and he made me a lock picking practice thing with three diffrent doorknobs and this tutorial helped me get the easiest one open first try! Thanks so much!! 😊

  • @amandalemky6724
    @amandalemky6724 Před rokem +7

    I've watched so many "lock picking 101" videos, but this is the one that made it click for me. Your love of the hobby is contagious, and it's revitalized my eagerness to learn. Thank you!

  • @evilgamer141
    @evilgamer141 Před 3 lety +10

    learned to pick locks years ago. Got a new set recently but forgot how. thank you for this wonderful video

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety

      Thank you and happy picking!!

  • @matejak1234
    @matejak1234 Před 3 lety +13

    Thanks, I was using some of my tools completely wrong, now I'm far more effective with hooks and city rack, so thanks 😄.

  • @mollysmoshingtankcrew9441
    @mollysmoshingtankcrew9441 Před 4 lety +436

    *The lock picking lawyer would like to know your location*

  • @jhsyrup2248
    @jhsyrup2248 Před 4 lety +47

    The fact that you recommended the exact same door lock in use on my front door for an 'extra challenge' is a bit concerning, the only difference is my core is silver, not gold- buying a new lock immediately lmao!

  • @Juicebauxx
    @Juicebauxx Před 2 lety +8

    I just ordered the same exact set you have here. I am beyond excited to start my journey of becoming a locksmith. Thank you for posting this video!

  • @dj-ez-pz1564
    @dj-ez-pz1564 Před 3 lety +7

    I got that clear lock picking set 1 year ago, and could never pick it. Now I watch your video and can pick it in 3 tries. Thank you so much bro!!!

  • @johnathancorgan3994
    @johnathancorgan3994 Před 2 lety +8

    Came here after watching a hundred or so LPL videos, now can't help but hear "we'll use this wiper insert as a turning tool", "number XX is binding", and "and we have it open. Okay folks..." during appropriate times in this video. 😆

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, LPL has an iconic voice!

  • @ZeginMakesMusic
    @ZeginMakesMusic Před 2 lety +52

    Amazing video. One note: The tension tool should almost always be placed inside of the top of the keyway, not the bottom. It'll give you more room to work. Also the city rake tool works better when rocked up and down, instead of back and forth.

    • @Toodleypops
      @Toodleypops Před 2 lety +9

      OH good tip, thank you. I watch a lot of LPL and always wondered why the "top of the keyway tension" was so prevalent as it seems to me like that'd get in the way more than the bottom.

    • @MustBeTuesday
      @MustBeTuesday Před 2 lety +6

      This is the tip I’ve been missing! I finally got my cut away lock open, thank you!

    • @luddeb10
      @luddeb10 Před 7 měsíci +2

      I instantly was able to pick my lock with this tip with no sucess without it. Thank you so so much

  • @JackClayton123
    @JackClayton123 Před 6 měsíci +2

    When I was in my 20s, I used to carry a pick set all the time. Used them for my car, any locks around the house or at work (for things I was suppose to have access to), and the house itself (I didn’t carry my house keys). However, they were made from hacksaw blades and my father eventually told me to cut out using them on the door locks as they were hard enough they were starting to wear the pins.

  • @PeteRench
    @PeteRench Před rokem +5

    Got my beginner kit yesterday and got my first Master lock open today. Thanks for all the advice!

  • @fgregerfeaxcwfeffece
    @fgregerfeaxcwfeffece Před 3 lety +20

    Not to forget: if a lock is bad enough, master locks for example:
    everything is a raking tool!
    Because there is no point in doing anything also rake 2-15 seconds and it's open. Amazon reviews for those are a joke.
    People with no clue praise the companies marketing. Pickers do everything from rating 1 star for security to rating 5 stars sarcastically.

  • @user-rx4kl6my4j
    @user-rx4kl6my4j Před 4 lety +63

    What an amazing tutorial!? It just covered all the basics in 20 mins and tought me everything i need to know about locks and he even gave me inspiration to make lockpicking my hobby. Ive also subscribed to you and to lockpickinglawyer. I hooe in the future more people will find this video usefull. Cya

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety +5

      Thanks for watching 🙏😃👍

    • @OnTheRiver66
      @OnTheRiver66 Před 4 lety +1

      Mastermuaz7 This is a very enjoyable hobby. I’m away from home this weekend with one of my lock pick sets but forgot to take any of my practice locks and this video helped me feel some of the satisfaction of picking a lock open! Lock Noob gives great advice. Don’t pick a lock you depend on - I picked my front door lock and opened it but it didn’t work afterward and I thought I had ruined.it. I called my local locksmith and he said before he comes to my house to put the key in it and turn it back and that fixed it. I was too new to know that a padlock core goes back without the key but not my front door lock! My son even used his skill to open a friend’s storage shed when they lost the key.

  • @airricoutdoors2045
    @airricoutdoors2045 Před 10 dny

    Awesome video!! Here’s to the start of a new hobby!! I get such a rush just watching you and thinking about opening a lock myself… the satisfaction is unreal! Thank you lots ❤

  • @sprink5904
    @sprink5904 Před 3 lety +8

    When I opened my first one I was so excited 😂

  • @matthewjames7394
    @matthewjames7394 Před 4 lety +10

    I was on the fence but am definitely getting me a kit! I really like your videos. You do great job at breaking things down so people can understand. Thank you sir

  • @Balbis1333
    @Balbis1333 Před 2 lety +4

    Just picked my first lock thanks to this video - I might be hooked already
    thanks

  • @gumonthepants
    @gumonthepants Před 2 lety +1

    Lol, that “frustrated dentist” sitting on the floor in the hall of a hospital, shaking his head cracked me up! (dental cleaning ad)

  • @Justjustincrow
    @Justjustincrow Před rokem +1

    My parents bought a masterlock for a storage container… I had been wanting to get into picking but never had. Bought a $30 kit from amazon with a clear practice lock and within 30 minutes I unlocked their masterlock with the help of this video, thanks lol

  • @feliciavale4279
    @feliciavale4279 Před 3 lety +8

    I've been wanting to try lockpicking ever since I saw some random video on youtube. Seems like a useful skill.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety

      Well, it’s certainly a fun one!

  • @tjadams9858
    @tjadams9858 Před 3 lety +17

    "It's really rewarding" 🤣

  • @gabrielrocketry
    @gabrielrocketry Před 4 měsíci

    thank you so much. You didn't just tell us what the tools do but you even showed us how to work with them and stuff. This was actually really helpful. Thanks.

  • @ParanormalEncyclopedia
    @ParanormalEncyclopedia Před 3 lety +10

    I just wanted to say thank you. I just bought a starter set with the practice locks. I found the instructions a little draconian and was watching youtube videos. You inspired me to give it a go with the city (I believe you called it) rake and I had the padlock open in less then five minutes. It was such a cool feeling when it popped and your instructions were perfect. Can't wait to learn the other tools and try different types of lock.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +2

      Glad I could help, keep on practicing!

    • @ParanormalEncyclopedia
      @ParanormalEncyclopedia Před 3 lety +1

      @@LockNoob Will do. And it was the perfect start to get it so quick thanks again.

  • @u.a.perfectace7786
    @u.a.perfectace7786 Před rokem +28

    I've had a history of being locked out of my own home and recently it happened again. This is how i stumbled on to this video. I didn't want my wife and I locked out of our home with our pets inside. It was crazy how much lock smith was charging to come out to help us get into our home.
    Figured i would look more into lockpicking and after this, maybe get good at it and make a side business out of it (and not charge people 400+dollars either). Thank you for this, maybe I'll get as good at lockpicking as the fictional master of unlock (Jill Valentine for Resident Evil fans out there). Seems kind of fun hobby to pick up.
    I got a question though; how do you know when a lockpick will break? Is there any kind of damage to the lock and is it possible to get it out? I ask this because one day i will need to unlock my house if i forget the keys again.

    • @garrett3117
      @garrett3117 Před rokem +1

      I'd like to know if you ever followed up lol & have you recouped your losses if so?

    • @k5sss
      @k5sss Před rokem +2

      Lock Noob has an entire video on why you shouldn’t pick some locks, including the ones in use on your own home.
      Picks eventually fail due to metal fatigue, and it tends to be sudden. You can try getting the tip out with an extractor, but if it doesn’t cooperate, you may end up having to call a locksmith or drill out the core. See above.

    • @chrisu5550
      @chrisu5550 Před rokem +2

      I love to see the situation where you leave your house without your keys, but remeber to take your lockpicks with you "in case you get locked out".
      Just a thought, put a spare key in your lockpick set and save yourself hours of misery 😂😂😂

  • @blossomingpoot044
    @blossomingpoot044 Před 3 lety +2

    This video was so helpful! Thank you for taking the time and effort to go into detail! 😄

  • @acm_1028
    @acm_1028 Před měsícem +1

    I've had that same set for probably 8 years now and with the help of this video I actually just picked a 5 pin lock. It was a little frustrating at first but then it worked!

  • @michaelwest9608
    @michaelwest9608 Před 3 lety +10

    VERY good tutorial, One of the most basic and complete guides I've found.

  • @coacobird
    @coacobird Před 3 lety +15

    I would always lose my keys for the simple locks on my diaries when I was twelve or something so I just made my own lock pick to open them. I'm quite interested in trying actual lock picking though, it's interesting!

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks 🙏

    • @unicornrambow2020
      @unicornrambow2020 Před rokem

      yeah i taught myself how to lockpick with bobbypins for that exact reason

  • @richardschafer7858
    @richardschafer7858 Před rokem +2

    This is an outstanding video. I was literally able to pick my first padlock in under 10 seconds. Cool hobby.

  • @presleyjohnson6598
    @presleyjohnson6598 Před rokem

    I have this exact kit, and this video was a terrific help for introduction. Picked my first lock using this guide!

  • @caitvr3208
    @caitvr3208 Před 4 lety +364

    bro you lied i tried to do it with my friends phone now it just won’t charge bro what the heck man

    • @rashbutta3924
      @rashbutta3924 Před 4 lety +1

      T-Bone Steak hahahah

    • @suzannemcconnaughey3509
      @suzannemcconnaughey3509 Před 4 lety +1

      It does work you just need to goon amazon or something stupid

    • @thomasfalk8906
      @thomasfalk8906 Před 4 lety +4

      Well he did say you shouldn't pick locks which are in use.....

    • @Amir-wv8om
      @Amir-wv8om Před 4 lety +17

      maybe there is dirt inside just put it in the dish washdf

    • @20alphabet
      @20alphabet Před 4 lety

      @@suzannemcconnaughey3509
      I love you.

  • @danfli3669
    @danfli3669 Před 3 lety +3

    You did aa great job reading my mind. I was looking for a video that explained the picks and their use

  • @jimo1294
    @jimo1294 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I locked my keys inside an RV a few years ago. A locksmith came out and opened the door in less than 30 seconds! Then charged me $80. This is a great instruction video! Thank you!

  • @isabellam1936
    @isabellam1936 Před 16 dny

    You’re my favorite lock picking channel by far. You know and present so much more information than the lock picking lawyer guy. All his videos are just like “look how easy it was to pick this lock” after he picked it six times already so he can do it really fast but you show us yourself picking on new locks so we can learn from you learning a new lock.

  • @manuelattard9983
    @manuelattard9983 Před 3 lety +4

    an introduction to lock picking very nicely and smoothly explained. can be an interesting new hobby with no particular high starting cost. thanks for the encouragement

  • @jasonmayer8003
    @jasonmayer8003 Před 3 lety +7

    I was gonna try my bedroom door lock good thing i went and bought a cheap lock then watched this video. Dont have the see thru lock, and didn't get the lock open before the video ended. Good vid

    • @scottjourdan1259
      @scottjourdan1259 Před 2 lety

      But you did get it open, right? Practice makes perfect

  • @BrendanMcGinley
    @BrendanMcGinley Před 2 lety +2

    I have this exact set and just picked my first ever lock watching this. Thank you for the guidance!

    • @shaquilleoatmeal926
      @shaquilleoatmeal926 Před 2 lety

      What is the lockpick set called i keep getting locked out of my house :(

  • @utilitarian
    @utilitarian Před rokem

    This is amazing. I'm considering retaining as a locksmith and this is such a well informed and comprehensive guide.

  • @mattsmedley.onehandedgamin9029

    Thank you, I happened to order myself this set last week.
    It's on that slow boat from China now. Useful stuff 👍

  • @Andy-lm2zp
    @Andy-lm2zp Před 3 lety +3

    Very comprehensive thanks, I did a locksmith course a few years back and needed a refresher !

  • @slevter5151
    @slevter5151 Před 3 lety +1

    the thumbnail is like any other thumbnail, but the way he explained how to lockpick and all the tools just is amazing

  • @angin1998
    @angin1998 Před 3 měsíci

    thank u so much, just had my set delivered today n managed to open it with ur tutorial!

  • @krathjen1
    @krathjen1 Před 2 lety +3

    Very informative! I actually have that lock pick kit off of Amazon and had no clue what most of it was so I got very good at picking one cylinder at a time. I didn’t know it could be that easy with the others. Lol

  • @alcanhustla
    @alcanhustla Před 2 lety +2

    As a lock noob, I found this video super helpful!
    Love the channel!

  • @grahamparry7013
    @grahamparry7013 Před 2 měsíci

    Bought myself a very similar kit this week, couldn’t make sense of the little instruction book. Few minutes of watching this video and I was opening it with ease. Brilliant video !

  • @c_b5060
    @c_b5060 Před 3 lety

    This is the best instruction I've seen! And your camera is in focus (unlike other videos). You also provide lots of quailty links to other resources. Subscribed!

  • @JVF5793
    @JVF5793 Před 4 lety +4

    This video is great! I have my first picks coming soon and am excited to get started. It looks like a lot of fun.

  • @theobserver2212
    @theobserver2212 Před 3 lety +87

    When a neighbor forgets his apartment keys at office which is located at the other part of the city
    (real life situation from yesterday):
    Me: taking out my lp set... "Hold on, I'll unlock them for ya..."
    Neighbour: "Really? Try it!...."
    **click** **click** **rattle** **rattle** **click** **clunk** **door opens**
    Me: "There you go!..."
    Neighbour: "Oooh shit! So now I must watch out from you..."
    Me: "Do you want me to lock them for ya too?"
    Neighbour: "Sure!"
    **click** **click** **rattle** **rattle** **click** **clunk** **door locked**
    Neighbour behind doors: "Thanks! Next time when I'll get robbed, I'll tell the police which one in our house has the lockpicking skills"
    Me: :/

    • @fylthl
      @fylthl Před 3 lety

      bruh 👁️👄👁️

    • @theobserver2212
      @theobserver2212 Před 3 lety +6

      @@fylthl It's an easy task when you live in a country, which is packed with old soviet standard door locks. They still make them today, and everybody is using them, because they cost $2.50. Fun to watch how nobody realizes that they can be picked even with a needle.

    • @thesun4003
      @thesun4003 Před 3 lety +5

      Wait you locked him in

    • @johnwhite7700
      @johnwhite7700 Před 3 lety +1

      @@thesun4003 lol

    • @theobserver2212
      @theobserver2212 Před 3 lety +5

      @@thesun4003 Yes, I guess his wife took care of the rest, when she got home. They are still mentioning my stunt from time to time btw: "Bro, it was cool", "How did you do it?" etc etc. :D

  • @plaetorius
    @plaetorius Před 9 měsíci +1

    Absolute legend. Thanks, you made me pick my first lock :)

  • @CR7Prod7
    @CR7Prod7 Před rokem

    Just picked my first lock with 2 paper clips, took me awhile but it feels awsome when you finally get it!

  • @ArtificialSoldier1
    @ArtificialSoldier1 Před 2 lety +19

    Amazing tutorial, thank you! Unfortunately, buying lockpick sets is a criminal offence in my country (even for a hobby), but I had a lot of fun watching you work these tools nonetheless. At least I have some theoretical knowledge now :)

    • @ilmpyt
      @ilmpyt Před 2 lety +3

      Where do you live? These tools can be made with paper clips and hairpins.

    • @thecosmicfinch8146
      @thecosmicfinch8146 Před 2 lety

      in the uk its completely legal to own a set, but like a knife it us completely illegal to take outside

    • @ThunderboltWisdom
      @ThunderboltWisdom Před rokem

      Yeah, where do you live?

    • @JP-iz9cz
      @JP-iz9cz Před rokem

      @@thecosmicfinch8146 you can't kill someone with a lock pick set and neither is there a British epidemic of young people killing each other with lock pick sets..

    • @thecosmicfinch8146
      @thecosmicfinch8146 Před rokem

      @@JP-iz9cz i may have worded that awkwardly, you can own a knife but cannot posses it in public without reason, same with lock picks, you can own them but without proper reasoning you will be prosecuted for possession of a lock pick, yes you cant kill people with a lock pick but it prevents certain crimes, same as why you cannot carry a knife over 6 inch in public without reason

  • @TheZippyMark
    @TheZippyMark Před 4 lety +4

    This is a really excellent video. I just bought a kit on a whim and the instructions make so little sense as they're obviously translated 'You need practice for many times' and '...you need to eject the lock tool up slowly till a little voice is heard', but this video helped get the principals across really well.
    Also it's amazed me how easy it actually is to do this, I opened the practice padlock before I read any instructions, within about a minute, and assumed they'd just made it very easy. Immediately tried on a proper padlock and opened that within a minute too. Now I'm hooked.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety

      Thanks 😊

    • @Carlos-ux7gv
      @Carlos-ux7gv Před 4 lety

      That's why I usually don't trust padlocks that one can access from outside anymore.

  • @jay.001
    @jay.001 Před rokem

    Excellent introduction to lock picking. Thank you, can’t wait for my starter kit to arrive. Cheers!

  • @blob0000
    @blob0000 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Thank you for telling me to not pick important locks! I was thinking that I could just pick the lock to my house.

  • @Petertronic
    @Petertronic Před 4 lety +11

    Excellent video for actual lock noobs :D

  • @Chirael
    @Chirael Před 4 lety +6

    Great introduction! I have an acquaintance who expressed an interest in picking, the last time I saw her; next time I see her I'll recommend your video as a starting point. Thanks for making & posting it! 😊

  • @medbal2989
    @medbal2989 Před rokem

    Absolutely love your video. I always wondered and many times have screwed myself loosing the key to a lock. Thank the British for some of the best videos I've seen on CZcams.

  • @KitchenFSink
    @KitchenFSink Před 3 lety +2

    A prime example of a very well done tutorial. Good job sir.

  • @stefansoder6903
    @stefansoder6903 Před 3 lety +22

    "Tool in, and gently rock"

  • @dazevers
    @dazevers Před 4 lety +10

    Fantastic video mate, definitely everything that anyone started out in this fantastic hobby needs to know. Have a fantastic weekend. 😎👍

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 4 lety

      Thanks Daz and happy new year 🥳

  • @xxariaender_sk3499
    @xxariaender_sk3499 Před rokem

    Amazing! I just got my first starter kit of lockpick and it really helped me very much thank you!

  • @dodahali
    @dodahali Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful. So well explained. I'm ready to start practicing my new hobby. Thank very much for this video.

  • @Dougedickenson
    @Dougedickenson Před 2 lety +3

    This is a really high quality video! Your a very good explainer so keep making videos and you’ll be like the lock picking lawyer in no time with a million subscribers!

  • @briansanders3750
    @briansanders3750 Před 2 lety +5

    Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to teach us newbies I recently lost ALL my tool box keys and the boxes are locked in storage so I bought a kit to learn to pick these “ wafer” locks and you helped me understand how they work Wether or not I can pick these locks might be a different story but I have time and patience and determination

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 2 lety

      Thanks 🙏

    • @briansanders3750
      @briansanders3750 Před 2 lety

      @@LockNoob FYI
      I spent about a total of 2 hrs including your tutoring and mastered the 3 practice locks that were included in the set. As you stated they’re considered easy. I then practiced on the same actual locks that I need to pick. I got that one open so now I just need some time to go to storage and pick all those tool box locks. Again thank you

    • @10KGneck
      @10KGneck Před rokem

      @@briansanders3750 do these work on master locks as well?

    • @briansanders3750
      @briansanders3750 Před rokem

      @@10KGneck I honestly haven’t tried them on master locks. Probably take a little more practice but our resident pro makes EVERYTHING look easy. I’d say yes. If you already have an extra master lock then practice on that 1

    • @10KGneck
      @10KGneck Před rokem

      @@briansanders3750 cool do you know where I can get the tool at a store location? Needing it asap so ordering it would be a hastle 😩

  • @djjammindave
    @djjammindave Před 3 lety +1

    I got the same kit today. I just picked my front door knob (ha ha ha ha) thanks to your first example. Thank you.

  • @richardlindquistjr
    @richardlindquistjr Před rokem +1

    Thanks I just got this set today and with this video I was able to open it twice in a few minutes (15). Thanks 👍

  • @Elliot44
    @Elliot44 Před 3 lety +5

    Great video, unlocked a bike lock that we had padlocked for over a year in garage since loosing the key. bolt cutters did not work. So this was great. Took 15 mins to get it off and this video + practice lock helped a lot! :D

  • @navaho5430
    @navaho5430 Před 3 lety +4

    I just got this kit and 4 padlocks and my front door pick in half an hour, i must be a natural............. theft nooooo. cheers from OZ.

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +2

      Be careful not to pick locks in use, you wouldn’t want to damage them or break a pick in them

    • @navaho5430
      @navaho5430 Před 3 lety

      @@LockNoob Yep being a mechanic i have fixed and broken a fare few things cheers.

  • @iyeetsecurity922
    @iyeetsecurity922 Před 2 lety

    I got that same set. I used sand paper to widdle down one of the key extractors to make a probe.
    And that practice lock is ridiculously easy to open. I popped it open right away with _every_ pick including the key extractors and the end of a tension wrench.

  • @garrett3117
    @garrett3117 Před rokem +1

    Had a throwaway TSA007 lock (if you're new, & struggling grab one) & always been interested in the hobby, but never had a kit & would give up. Within the time of watching 101 I'd picked it enough times I stopped counting. Time for something more difficult. And a kit. Wish I had these resources when I was younger, thanks for your videos.

  • @raneeh6283
    @raneeh6283 Před 4 lety +9

    I like how he linked LPL’s channel in the desc

  • @kingreece903
    @kingreece903 Před 3 lety +6

    I learnt in a night with paper clips, can’t wait to get one of these bad boys..

    • @LockNoob
      @LockNoob  Před 3 lety +1

      Cool!

    • @coacobird
      @coacobird Před 3 lety

      Ah, a fellow paper clip lock picker (I understand the locks but I am more of an amateur than anything). I am also hoping to try lock picking with actual tools soon!

  • @HeAD-CRuMBs
    @HeAD-CRuMBs Před 2 lety +1

    GREAT VIDEO FOR BEGINNERS!!!
    I wish I stumbled across this video when I first started. So much basic knowledge that beginners need. Good job Noob!!

  • @ilmpyt
    @ilmpyt Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you very much for the lesson, can't wait for my Christmas' kit to arrive!! 😍