this is probably going to come across as a bit of a weird comment but I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate that you've gone >800 videos and never jammed unnecessary lengthy intros or outro music into your videos. It's obvious you're more doing this because it's a hobby more than anything else but it makes your videos a lot more watchable just to have your simple introduction and explanation of what the video is about over nonsense like that. Glad to be a subscriber to this channel.
SavageGreywolf - I’ve been slowly working through the back library and it seems it’s been a consistent, and welcome, approach to his uploads since day 1.
Quick. Informative. Straight to the point. Done. No lengthy intros, no begging for likes and comments, no click bait. Every RU-vidr should take notes from a channel like this. He clearly does this as a hobby. I doubt he cares much if he's paid for this or not, he just enjoys doing it. Someone who actually enjoys making videos for RU-vid, not some kid trying to make as much money as they can with click bait and overreactions. A true diamond in a sea of actual garbage.
I couldn't agree more. More and more RU-vidr's are overproducing their videos so it's nice when a video just gets to the point and doesn't play intro music, music over the talking, outro music, stupid thumbnails, clickbait titles, etc, etc.
Disc-detainer locks are generally the most secure for any kind of non-destructive intrusion. They require considerable acumen for picking to really get through.
@LockPickingLawyer, just an idea. How about putting a microphone on the lock you are picking. This way we may have better idea what is going on inside and hear better when something clicks.
Would you have a reccomendation of a type of microphone that would not drown in distortion while having metals scraped and manipulated upon its target? I would love an addition like that..
I think the steel discs with wider lugs might be for torque resistance. If a torque attack was carried out, the steel discs would protect the brass ones.
Why does this lock seem so much more complicated than the hundreds of others I've watched you pick? Also, you are a truly genuine and inspiring person. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge on this subject...
Hey LPL - presumably you could cut a couple of false gates into these discs using a small file. I'd love to see you do a tutorial on improving these sorts of disc detainer locks like this, especially since it seems fairly simple to do and would significantly improve security.
Yes you need to use the keys before you pick them more often! I love seeing the many interesting keys work, and how smooth and sound the lock is before you start picking it.
I am new to your channel. I've seen a couple videos in past on my feed, but I must say I love what you do. Informative, to the point, and very pleasant to watch. If I had any comment at all, it would be that I would want to see a video on your favourite lock, a lock that exceeds your expectations, if one exists. All in all, I'm happy to have you in my youtube feed.
You made that look so easy but it's not that easy really. Picked to excellence again. It is great to see a lock of this type gutted. Just goes to show that part of the world does on occasion produce something worth your well earned cash.
Picking definitely isn't a real threat when you need some crazy tool to pick it. I expected you to bust out normal tools and BAM you break out some crazy tool made just for that kind of lock. Very cool.
I found a $11.50 Solex lock with the same core with a 45mm body and 9mm moly shackle and bought It off Lazada based on this video. It is good enough to force someone to grind on the steel gate instead at a reasonable price.
I share your opinon on the make quality of these Solex locks. Came across them on a holiday in Thailand and was impressed with the make quality. Took some home to germany and i'm really happy with them.
Nice lock for the shops that *have the lock very close to the wall.* Would be very hard to break, if it had some outer shell case for protection, and only the key would fit in.
Thailand makes really great stuff. It's been overlooked as a major trading partner due to political nonsense I'm afraid. I spent some time there and was impressed with their sense of esthetics which filtered across to things like attention to detail and work ethic.
Solex also make some really good motorcycle disc locks. Have you worked with any of them? You can look up the Solex 9040 model motorcycle disc lock if your interested. They sell retail for around US$10. The bright yellow color of the lock is nice too. Helps you to remember you have a lock on the motorcycle before getting on the bike and starting to drive away.
I am curious about the learning process you go through when you first get a new lock. I assume you pick the locks a few times and study them prior to videoing, am curious how your first pass goes. As always, great work. Thanks.
I would love for you to have a good microphone very close to a lock, so we can hear the clicks of each pin/disc as you get to them. Obviously hearing you describe the status is great, but I'd love to have the audio too!
He should go back and do this again with the pick that he made with Bosnian Bill. It would be fun to see him compare the picking difficulty using the two different tools.
I find it odd that with all the theft going on that this channel doesn't have a lot more views, as a locksmith/picker I enjoy seeing many newer locks that are not as common
#LockPickingLawyer or @LockPickingLawyer - Where did you get this lock from, and how much was it please? I cant find it anywhere online and I really like the design of the lock body encasing the staple so it can't be cut. Perhaps you could leave a link in your reply? Thanks, Graham
It appears a lot of the picking planning comes from researching the lock, knowing the internals, studying the key, etc. Which types of locks would be a strong foil to would be thieves that can't see the key (ridges, dots, Bowley style, etc) and only has the standard common tools (i.e. no making custom tools)
Looks like the steel discs are all the same cut...so I am thinking they are 0's and therefore driver discs. So the steel wears much better than brass, especially when the steel discs are driving the lock. I think that the tabs are wider to ensure that make contact with the shell first, stopping wear on other discs because it is via the tabs and shell that the lock gets driven.
How strong is that pin that holds in the core? Maybe this would be susceptible to a pulling attack?
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How well do you think this lock would stand up to weather? I want a lock that will survive road salt, snow and ice and a torch that melts said ice. It’s for my trailer doors on my 18 wheeler. If this isn’t a good one for that, any suggestions?
I have been subscribed for quite some time and find all of this lock stuff fascinating. Are you aware of any locks that have a dual key/combination function? I rent a workshop that is owned and managed by someone else. They won`t let me change the lock, so i`d like to find a lock that would accept this core, and also have a combination as an option.
Is there a video explaining the disk detainer locking mechanism? Even looking at the gutted discs, I am hard pressed to see more than a couple differences with the naked eye. I am still looking through all of your videos, so please forgive me if it already exists and I have not yet found it.
I am surprised more manufacturers aren't putting false gates on their disc detainer cores. Seems like a good way to increase security with very little extra cost. There must be some reason though (costs being higher than it looks? Someone out there having a patent on false gates? Intentionally making it weak?)
I know you know this, but for others considering using a chain it would need to either have a ring at one end to pass the chain through or for the end link to be sized to pass partially through another link. The chain would need to work with just one link inside the lock, similar in shape to a hasp on a door.
More for looking a door/ locker. Chain is only as good as it weakest link. In this case a good heavy duty welded tab on a again heavy duty welded ring. Making in impossible to used a bolt cutter or hand saw without cutting the lock itself
@Phantom of the Menace Well, I don't know if this particular lock would work with that setup., what with the hasp being completely enclosed. Franky, I find it hard to think of many uses for this particular lock... Maybe a locker? Really _only_ a locker...
No. They are used for the metal railing type front doors in south east asia. people leave their main door open and the secondary cage door remains locked with one of these. we had one in singapore
Where can I purchase this lock in the US or order it to have it shipped to the US? Their site doesn't say much in terms of ordering and a Google search doesn't turn up much.
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