Master locksmith Steven Hampton reveals here the tricks and tools for bypassing keyed and combination locks from pin tumbler locks, mushroom and spool pin tumbler locks, wafer tumbler locks, warded locks and disk tumbler locks to tubular cylinder locks, magnetic locks, door locks, padlocks and automobile locks. This is the perfect handbook for locksmiths or anyone on the outside, itching to get in. The ability to open locks without keys is no longer monopolized by locksmiths who jealously guard their secrets. The pick gun has taken the art of lock picking away from a select few and democratized the ability to open locks by mechanical means. Included are the original patents by Epstein, Segal, Moore, Cooke and others, as well as info on pick guns used by the FBI and intelligence agencies.
Photos depict improvised devices made out of coat hangers and clothespins.
You must have confidence that you have the skills and knowledge to open that lock, the ability to improvise with or without proper tools, and caution when it comes to breaching the security of unknown situations. Advance to the master level with this illustrated guide, and gain insight into modern lock picking methods. Taking up where Secrets of Lock Picking leaves off, master locksmith Steven Hampton describes the inner workings of the new high-security locks and includes templates for making custom tools not available on the commercial market. Schematic diagrams for portable electronic picks to open magnetic key and card locks bring locksmithing into the electronic age. Tips on enhancing finger sensitivity, increasing concentration power, constructing practice lock boxes and more will help you to develop the practical experience that will enable you to enter that locked room, car or safe.