It must be legit. Even if you can find one, duping skill books doesn't work, so don't bother. Also, buying tons of picks to break on purpose expecting to learn a lot and get a skill increase only succeeds in making YOU broke. Some asshole has been running around patching things again FFS! I which someone had told me sooner. It isn't easy posting hopefully informative and helpful comments on RU-vid with a battered Etch A Sketch hooked to a defective toaster because you cannot afford a damned PC anymore. One other amusing thing from some other dimension....... "Master" locks are actually pretty damn hard for the novice but finally get easy when you become a pro. lol :P
I have an American 1100 series I can't even come close to picking . Not to mention my sparrows revolver practice lock I haven't even managed to pick standard pins yet
I just purchased an Ace Hardware lock very similar to the one featured thinking it would be an “easier” one to pick. Certainly harder than the Masterlocks on the rack. Long story short, I have been firmly placed below a novice picker 😂
ShotgunRocket If the response was to me yes, I’ve got the feel for the ace brands now and open them quickly. HINT: they are so much easier when the lock is cold 😉
I just started picking 2 weeks ago. I’m doing good with most locks I’ve attacked but I bought this one yesterday and it’s been a nightmare lol. I’ve gotten it open twice and it’s only been by accident. But yeah this is a fun new relaxing hobby and I’ve been able to learn a lot from watching your videos
You really know how to make a RU-vid video. No filler, no attempts to be wacky or a comedian, all about the subject and not you, every second is to the point and mesmerisingly interesting. I have no real interest in locks but I love your stuff. Do you have a video that explains how the locks work? I enjoy your dismantling of locks to see what is in there but I would love to know what these components are actually there for. Thanks again.
I enjoy these videos. Always learn something new. Also when he calls out the numbers, it reminds me of being in the dentist when they check your gums. 😊😊😊 Thanks LPL!!
your skill is proved not only in the picking, which as usual is immaculate, but even in the gutting: fast, elegant, smooth and super-tidy. You really are the real deal!
I have some lock picking tools that I've proven to be terrible with and set aside for months, just figured I'd give it another shot and this was the lock I came across first in the workshop. Worked on it for 15 minutes frustrating minutes and thought "I'll see if LPL has done this one", now I feel like a kid trying to shove the round block in the square hole while dad rebuilds an entire Bridgeport lathe blindfolded. Might have picked the wrong lock to fart with.
In another timeline: "This is the Lock Picking Lawyer, and today we are continuing my series of videos exploring the very best locks that common retailers have to offer. Today we'll be looking at the best lock from my local Ace Hardware store. Unfortunately, that is the Master Lock model M930, which I already showed last week, in video 768. That's all I have for you today. If you do have any questions or comments about it, please put them below. If you liked this video and would like to see more like it please subscribe and as always, have a nice day. Thank you."
As a lock neophyte, perhaps you could answer a question. Why do so many manufacturers seem to install 6 pin cores but only put pins in 5 of them? Surely the added expense would be in the manufacture of the core, with an additional set of pins and key with bidding for 6 instead of 5 pins being a negligible additional cost.
You can go to any locksmith to convert the core to six pins. A locksmith can also convert same brand cores to be keyed alike. When I bought two Kryptonite padlocks, he converted one to match the other at no charge.
Those type of pins have a Groove in them that allows the core to turn slightly much like it would bif you got to the line giving a false set a spool has a very wide groove and serrated a narrow groove, the Anti bypass plate keeps some one from sticking a tool all the way through the lock and turning the mechanism
Hey! Just to extrapolate a little more, security pins not only just give the picklocker the illusion of getting a pin set (called a false set,) but also added physical difficulty in setting the pin after you figure out that it's a security pin. All of those ridges make it really difficult to push the pin inside of the outer plug without binding up against the walls. The video really showcases how well the LockpickingLawyer can pick locks.
The anti-bypass plate prevents a tool from being jammed down the key way, and unlocking the lock without turning the core. It was a huge fault on American brand padlocks.
My Ace sells a SmartKey padlock. I think that one should be the winner for pick resistance... although it would be more vulnerable to a brute force attack aimed at the core.
After watching how easy you break all of these locks open I can't see how any of them are any good if someone has even basic knowledge. Keep them coming.
His knowledge is far beyond basic- it's like saying a tank isn't tough enough because Superman could still punch through it. For mere mortals, this lock would be highly pick resistant.
Employee: "our lock is being reviewed on YT" Big Boss: "Oh cool!" Employee: "By LPL" Big Boss: "Nooooooo!" Employee: "It's a five and a half minute video" Big Boss: "Oh thank God!"
I use this exact lock to secure my box truck door. Glad to see a decent review i expected more criticism. Like commented above only gonna keep out the honest thief but on city streets in broad daylight its enough.
that one is actually a reasonable Master Lock and remember in the real world brute force attacks rule, few thieves pick. Master's physical security is actually pretty good.
The best lock that one can buy from my local Bunnings is a Lockwood 334M45. It costs AUD $58, but you are either better off special ordering it from Bunnings (to specify you want the ASSA Abloy factory to provide a 6 pin key and/or spool pins in the back 5 and a drill resistant front pin) as the retail ones are usually 5 pin with minimal spool pins, if any.
I have been learning on 4 pin master locks, so i went to ace and found a five pin.... it has destroyed me. I thought there must be a few security pins.... but not this many. no wonder its got my number
I bought this lock around six months ago, and was disappointed in how fast I picked it. Granted it did take me about a minute more than it took you to do.
Was glad to open mine in just under one minute especially with so many security pins top and bottom. Took me longer to remove c clip for gut. Got all the “fun” on camera but nowhere near the quality you provide. A how the LPL films - equipment and setup would be nice. Ps your vids got me into Locksport late last year. Great work! Continued success in and out of the courtroom BB
LPL: I know you've exhausted most locks already and if you are running out of material, I suggest the following: Pick some locks in very inconvenient ergonomic locations, where they would be in the field. I don't mean actually go to a storage shed, but rather mount a lock 3' off the ground, or 3" off the ground, and get to picking. I'm NOT implying you can't do this, I just want to see how much harder it is when you even the playing field against a blackhat who might be stealing from a storage shed or trying to open a door-knob. I know you dont want to show your face so either edit it out or just mount 2 cameras: one that shows the lock and your hands, and a 2nd that shows you bent into an uncomfortable position but maybe a piece of cardboard or video editing covering your head/face. It might add more value to hear your input on whether picking was harder from these inconvenient positions or whether its completely irrelevant. thanks
Nice picking. My local ACE doesn't stock this one, or the 6 pin closed shackle one. I had to get mine off Ebay. They only have a few rows of ACE branded locks, and the rest are Master Locks.
I would like to see you do a historical series. Like padlocks from 1800's. Using both modern tools, and 1800 tools. Granted, I know those locks are hard to come by.
Kind of unrelated question. I’m still relatively new to lockpicking, and Ive been using picks that are just stamped steel, a mix of Mad Bobs and the UK Bump Keys Praxis set. I’m looking to get some premium picks that are more comfortable to use. What do you recommend. MultiPick? Peterson (Plastic or Rubber handles)? Sparrows? I’m not looking to buy a whole new set, just the common ones I use like a Bogata, the hooks and some rakes with some nice handles on them that will last a while. Thanks!
I can second these locks being novice proof. I have an old one made 15 years ago that I've been working on for a month in my spare time. I can get it just ready to open, only thing i can figure is that I keep oversetting a pin or a spool is getting me
Very interesting. But, how does that hole that you think converts the padlock to key retaining work? And how easy would it be to add in that 6th set of pins? Is the key already a 6-pin key, or would you need to buy a longer key blank?
I like looking for locks at Ace. They often have some interesting ones and the selection differs vastly from location to location. I also have found some cool Federal locks at various small town True Value hardware stores here in Oklahoma.
Second this. They're all rebadged or generic imported locks. All the storage unit chains sell their own branded locks. Mine came from Uncle Bob's and it's probably garbage inside. The real security is needing card key badges to even get into the storage unit building, and about 100 cameras. Deterrent enough to make a cheap storage unit lock useful. But hey, they also sell insurance for when you get robbed.
Nice pick! These with the American core, and the Ace brass padlocks are good locks for their relatively cheap price. Anybody know who manufactures the Ace brass locks?
I bought this lock from my local ace and the package says "6 pin security" and just like this one, it only has 5 pins. All 5 of mine are serrated and it has pretty decent bitting. I'm a novice picker and haven't been able to pick it yet. I think I'm going to add a 6th pin to it once I can pick it as is.
Where would this lock be ranked in terms of general lockpicking ability? I am just getting into this hobby, I can pretty successfully pick the off-the-shelf masterlock/brinks padlocks, but I understand those are extremely easy to get into. What would be a next good step up from those locks? Thanks.
This may be a dumb question but... When you start picking, are you starting from the back or the front? When you say "One is binding" that means the one furthest from you?? Thanks again for making & posting these videos.
Doesn't matter where you start front or back. When he says a pin is binding it feels solid and is not springy. Which tells that it is the ready to be picked.
@@handiediver np, i think i also didnt answer part of the question, sorry still sleepy but when he said "one is binding" In this case pin one is the one closest to him. pin 5 would be the pin furthest from him. i hope that helps but not a stupid question :)
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