Begin pin tumbler

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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.


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