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To begin to learn Single Pin Picking (SPP), at least two tools are needed:  one to manipulate the pins and one to rotate the lock plug.  A pick with a hook profile is often recommended for SPP.  It is generally recommended to use a turning tool that fits in the keyway without blocking access to the pins while still providing feedback and control of the rotation.
To begin to learn Single Pin Picking (SPP), at least two tools are needed:  one to manipulate the pins and one to rotate the lock plug.  A pick with a hook profile is often recommended for SPP.  It is generally recommended to use a turning tool that fits in the keyway without blocking access to the pins while still providing feedback and control of the rotation.


Here are a few suppliers where hobby lockpickers frequently buy these tools
Listed here are a few suppliers where hobby lockpickers frequently buy these tools
* Digby Lock and Tool - [https://digbylockandtool.com/collections/picks/products/spp-core-set Hooks and Turning Tools]
* Hooligan Keys - [https://www.hooligankeys.com/shop/Rytan-SLP-12-Slimline-Fullsize-Hook-p263374391 Hook] and [https://www.hooligankeys.com/shop/Rigid-Semi-Twist-Turning-Tool-p263277450 Turning Tool]
* Law Lock Tools - [https://www.lawlocktools.co.uk/collections/individual-lock-picks/products/hook-number-1-pick-pro Hook] and [https://www.lawlocktools.co.uk/collections/tension-tools/products/z-bars-tension-wrench-pair Turning Tools]
* Lockpick Web Winkel - [https://lockpickwebwinkel.nl/webwinkel/lockpick/southord-short-hook-lockpick-sp9/ Hook] and [https://lockpickwebwinkel.nl/webwinkel/tension-wrench/dubbelzijdige-tension-wrench-tw23/ Turning Tool]
* Multipick - [https://shop.multipick.com/en/opening--locksmith-tools/lock-picking--lock-manipulation/pick-sets--single-picks/single-picks/elite-hook-1-pick Hook] and [https://shop.multipick.com/en/opening--locksmith-tools/lock-picking--lock-manipulation/electric-picks--multipick-control/tension-tools/general-tension-tools/elite-tension-tool-03 Turning tool]
* Sparrows Lock Picks - [https://www.sparrowslockpicks.com/product_p/4.htm Hook] and [https://www.sparrowslockpicks.com/product_p/rt6wren.htm Turning tools]
* Sparrows Lock Picks - [https://www.sparrowslockpicks.com/product_p/4.htm Hook] and [https://www.sparrowslockpicks.com/product_p/rt6wren.htm Turning tools]
* Multipick - [https://shop.multipick.com/en/opening--locksmith-tools/lock-picking--lock-manipulation/pick-sets--single-picks/single-picks/elite-hook-1-pick Hook] and [https://shop.multipick.com/en/opening--locksmith-tools/lock-picking--lock-manipulation/electric-picks--multipick-control/tension-tools/general-tension-tools/elite-tension-tool-03 Turning tool]
* Digby Lock and Tool - [https://digbylockandtool.com/collections/picks/products/spp-core-set Hooks and Turning Tools]


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Beginning Pin Tumbler Picking
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Beginning Pin Tumbler Picking intro goes here… In this article, you will find information regarding getting started with lockpicking, including joining the locksport community, aquiring locks and tools, disassembly, practicing, practice locks, and exercises.


Getting Started
Next Steps
Resources


Beginning Pin Tumbler Picking

Community

Locks

Master Lock No. 3 padlock.

This is where we talk about selecting and sourcing locks for beginning practice.


Tools

Sparrows Kick Start set of lockpicks, turning tools, and carrying case.

This is where we talk about selecting and sourcing tools for beginning pracice.

To begin to learn Single Pin Picking (SPP), at least two tools are needed: one to manipulate the pins and one to rotate the lock plug. A pick with a hook profile is often recommended for SPP. It is generally recommended to use a turning tool that fits in the keyway without blocking access to the pins while still providing feedback and control of the rotation.

Listed here are a few suppliers where hobby lockpickers frequently buy these tools


Practice

Practice Locks

Clear padlock.

TOOOL UK Yale 1109 “Learn to pick” kit

Exercises

Navigation

Tool Check

Disassembly

  1. Remove the cam or C-clip.
  2. Insert the key and turn the plug 45-90 degrees.
  3. Withdraw the plug from the cylinder. (A plug follower is recommended)

OR

  1. Remove the chamber casings and take out each pin-stack individually
  2. Remove the cam or C-clip.
  3. Withdraw the plug from the cylinder.


Books

This is where we mention some books, like https://nostarch.com/locksport