Locksmithing
Subtitle: From Apprentice to Master
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Published: August 1, 1994
Place of publication: New York, NY
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 309
ISBN-13: 9780070516441; 9780070516458
Copyright date: 1994
Subjects: Building skills; General; Home Improvement / Construction
First sentence: It is ironic that, even back then, Singer understood that being a locksmith was not only a technical achievement, but also one of the most honorable and trustworthy professions in the world.
Description: If you are already an experienced locksmith, or are interested in becoming one, this book is your key to success in the profession. Locksmithing is filled with hard-to-find information about issues locksmiths face every day, including sticky ethical and legal questions. Joseph E. Rathjen starts at the beginning, providing an overview of locksmithing as career, offering vital information on studying for certification and licensing exams, and outlining the skills and techniques you'll need to master. He discusses tools, setting up shop, finding work, and choosing a niche, as well as how to obtain advanced certifications. An entire chapter is devoted to the often-overlooked legal apsect of the locksmith trade.