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Whether you’re a novice or a professional locksmith, getting a suitable lock picking kit can significantly influence your success. Depending on the type of lock, there are various lock picking tools available. For example, the lock picking tools you require for automobile locks may differ from those you need for a house door lock. While finding a suitable set can be challenging due to the large number of lock-pick manufacturing companies on the market, this guide should help you to narrow down some choices.  
 
Maybe you’re wondering what factors to consider when choosing a suitable set, what tools better suit beginners, how much it costs, and where to get them, but you don’t know where to start. This article highlights some of the different types of lock picking tools, factors to consider when selecting the right lock pick set, and the legal considerations you should review to guide you in choosing the best lock picking tools.
 
 

Lock Pick Tools

Locks typically come in various shapes, sizes, and designs depending on what level of security is needed. The art of lock picking involves manipulating the lock’s security mechanism by using picks to emulate the effect of the original key. The lock picking tools you select depend on the type of locking mechanism in the locks you’re trying to open. These different locking mechanisms include pin cylinder, wafer, lever, warder, or disc detainer locks, with pin cylinder being the most common. 
 
The lock picking tools you need for pin and tumbler locks are tension wrenches, half-diamond, hooks, ball rakes, or decoder picks. The names typically describe the shape of the pick’s end that goes into the lock. Because you often move the picks and torsion wrenches around to find the shear line in the lock, purchasing high-quality lock picking sets can prevent picks from breaking inside the lock. The lock picking tools required for a wafer tumbler lock include jigglers or try-out keys, pick guns, or tubular lock picks.
 
The quality and price of professional lock picking tools differ from those a beginner uses. While professional locksmiths require a wide variety of lock picking tools to cater to various client needs, a beginner lock picking set will only contain a few essential picks to work with more simple locks.
 
 

Choosing the Right Lock Pick Set

Each lock picking tool has a different functionality. So, when you’re looking to buy a suitable lock picking set, be sure to assess such factors to guide you in navigating this process. Things to consider are your proficiency level, the type of locks you work on, the quality of the tools, and the price. The locks on motor vehicles will differ from house locks. In fact, with the numerous technological developments, many car doors use electronic or automatic locking systems, whereas house locks typically use manual locking methods.
 
Also, since locks can vary in size, the pick required to work on each lock differs—you may need thicker-sized picks for bigger locks. Similarly, the efficiency of lock picking techniques varies depending on the lock type. For example, a rake pick technique may be more efficient for some locks than picking the lock pin-by-pin. In such a case, even though lock pick sets come with different types of picks, you may be more interested in a set with various rake picks. 
 
The tools’ quality often defines their durability and cost. Beginners who practice lockpicking as a hobby may not use their tools as frequently as a professional locksmith who practices lockpicking commercially. This makes it more reasonable for a professional locksmith to purchase high-quality lock picking tools. The materials used to produce high-quality lock picking sets are more expensive, increasing the cost and longevity of these tools. 
 
Some budget friendly lock picking tools include a short hand pick, bogota style rake pick, and a tension wrench without a twist. With these two picks and a tension wrench you can pick any simple pin and tumbler locks as a beginner. Locksmiths typically use lock picking tools commercially to open safes for clients who forgot their passcodes or open residential or car locks for those who lost their keys or locked themselves out. Offering additional services such as lock installation or key cutting can broaden your clientele and help you successfully commercialize your lock picking skills.
 

Legal Considerations of Lockpicking

Lock picking typically involves gaining access to locks using alternative means rather than the original key, a technique thieves commonly use. However, there are some situations where lockpicking is legal. For example, if you lose your house or car keys, a locksmith can pick up your lock instead of damaging the doors to help you gain access. Regulatory authorities create laws that govern lock-picking practices to distinguish between legal and illegal activities.  
 
These regulations typically differ depending on your location. In many countries or states, lock picking is legal, but some may require proof of no criminal intent with the tools, whereas others don’t. For example, in the U.S., lock picking is legal by lack of statute in states like Arkansas and North Carolina, while lock picking in Nevada and Ohio is also permitted only with proof of no criminal intent. 
 
 

Where To Buy Lock Pick Sets

You can buy lock pick sets from physical shops like a local hardware store or online. While getting them at physical shops allows you to assess the quality, buying them online with American Key Supply offers the chance to read reviews from expert locksmiths who hand-select our lockpicking tools to ensure they meet high-quality standards.
 

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