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[86] How To Rake Your First Lock

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  • @HelpfulLockPicker
    @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Please Stay Tuned For Future Episodes Every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern!

    • @BoredLockpicker
      @BoredLockpicker 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      HelpfulLockPicker I will!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you, but don't be fooled, there will not be another video in 1hr, I posted this one early ;)

    • @axy_tamy1734
      @axy_tamy1734 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't try this at home guys it's a SCAM
      I learnt this and it worked so well that I tried it on the doors to my local bank and got in but they were super mad - apparently you're not actually allowed to do that!! They'll never tell you that in this video

    • @MrSingh1150
      @MrSingh1150 ปีที่แล้ว

  • @lsynno
    @lsynno 5 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    Ahhhh I just picked my first lock. That was a bloody thrill. I found an old lockbox in my attic and I lost the key a decade ago. That was fun. Thanks man!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thank you for the kind words. Lock sport is a lot of fun to learn and I recommend you give it an honest shot to get into. The sport is not only fun but the community is really great as well.
      Thank you for sharing your success!

    • @superchinmayplays
      @superchinmayplays 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i practiced picking locks on a cupboard at my grandmothers house and i did it, showed it too my friend by doing it again and broke the lock (i dont know how). im a bit late.

  • @colinzhang3211
    @colinzhang3211 5 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    i thank you from the bottom of my heart thank you sir for teaching me how to lock pick i have stolen over 1.8mill worth of goods in the last 4 months your video have changed my life so thank you sir for your videos

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +126

      That is not a good personal practice

    • @NiquelBones
      @NiquelBones 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I hope those 2 comments are jokes lol

    • @elkapitan75
      @elkapitan75 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It's not good stealing from your parents

    • @lakshaynegi82
      @lakshaynegi82 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      FBI wants to know your location

    • @x689thanatos
      @x689thanatos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      if you buy a low budget lock, it show you how bad have been your choice.
      if you try to master lockpicking, it can help you discovering if your house locks are really effective, or if they will made laugh the first robber that come to your house.

  • @mikaelbjornson2666
    @mikaelbjornson2666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Every raking tutorial ever: “Apply some bottom tension, jerk the rake 2-3 times= instantly open”
    Every raking attempt I do: “Nope”
    Now what?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Just keeping raking

    • @leeyongjie1470
      @leeyongjie1470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      keep doing it
      *for a thousand times*

    • @Plant_Parenthood
      @Plant_Parenthood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You ever get in there?
      Could be that there were security pins or something?

    • @adamschaeffer4057
      @adamschaeffer4057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Maybe not keep trying the same thing. If it's not working you got to try different stuff. Different tools, different amounts of tension, different ways of attacking the problem. Look the lock up online and try to gain a better understand instead of doing the same thing over and over and hoping for a new result

    • @magnuskjellin6003
      @magnuskjellin6003 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Play around with the tension. I had huge problems until I majorly loosened the tension, then it opened in 1 second.

  • @AFlyingCoconut
    @AFlyingCoconut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    My stepmother had a shed that she needed unlocked, and was going to wait for her son to do it when he visited - But the first minute of this video was enough to teach me how to do it with her lockpick set, great tutorial and explanation!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words

    • @theacme3
      @theacme3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Did your stepmom got stuck?
      Stepson, what are you doing???

  • @ltsgobrando
    @ltsgobrando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have a kinda odd comment... I just wanted to say I'm so happy with your development with this channel. I don't want to say you lacked confidence in some of these older videos... however I will say that in your newer videos you definitely came into your element.
    Glad to see that you know just how valuable you are, nd that this "weird hobby" you got teased about has brought together countless people. You're a gem, don't let anyone tell you otherwise

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words. Ultimately, I do plan to try to up date some of these videos. Thank you for your support, it is always nice to read about how these videos have helped others

  • @breadman5735
    @breadman5735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've watched the lock picking Lawer, lock noob and others but these people have forgotten what it's like to actually be a noob undoing a level million lock in 2 seconds with hand crafted tools saying this lock is fairly easy to open... This guys video helps the rest of the world understand and learn new skills... Bro I take my hat if to you and just subscribed...
    This vid is basic but that's what we need at the start not some computer nerd sounding guy bang on about spools for 15 mins... Your a legend and keep them coming for us...

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words and I am glad it helps. My goal is to make it as understandable as possible :)

  • @TheRugghead
    @TheRugghead 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've been saving door knobs and deadbolts for years gust pulled all the keyways out for locksport!

  • @zombiehunter5923
    @zombiehunter5923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Man
    You really deserve credit and respect
    No one
    Replies to their emais
    And you do it
    Keep the good videos

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for the kind words. I try to do my best

  • @BASE5NYC
    @BASE5NYC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I carry 3 tools, a Bogota, a city rake & a single hook. Out of the dozens of times I’ve had to actually make entry I’ve only used the single pick once... and I think it was because the pins were stuck/rusted.

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for sharing your experience and I agree at least for people in lock sport that raking is under rated. I love it

  • @xderiwx
    @xderiwx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thanks for the video! You briefly touched on key bitting and the difference it makes. Do you happen to have a video covering this in more detail, things like identifying a "7 cut" vs a "1 cut" and what the bitting means/can tell you about the pins?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      xderiwx I could try to make a video down the road. Essentially you can decode your key with a key gauge. If you have good variation in the bitting it can make raking and picking more difficult. I slightly touched on the topic in video 77

  • @iniquity7
    @iniquity7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    I can't rake to save my life but I can SPP fast for some reason

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      You are probably using too much tension. Raking is a really good skill to have. Congrats on all your success with SPP!

    • @mindbreak666
      @mindbreak666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That's two of us.
      And i keep dropping my tension wrench from too little pressure.

    • @iniquity7
      @iniquity7 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mindbreak666 same here lol

    • @PDXJack87
      @PDXJack87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah idk how to rake yet either. I've been picking for a week and I got SPP down.

    • @james10739
      @james10739 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have just practiced on one of those clear locks and a real cheap pad lock and raking was real easy

  • @shenyathewelder9695
    @shenyathewelder9695 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thanks for this! I’m a beginner and I can SPP a master lock but I previously couldn’t rake. Big help

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats on the success!

    • @berk7944
      @berk7944 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wtf how can you ssp but cant rake

  • @Oliver_the_menace
    @Oliver_the_menace 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you i needed this during a ding dong ditch!

  • @preacher1775
    @preacher1775 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After watching several videos on lock picking, I found this one much easier to understand.

  • @ReAdjust618
    @ReAdjust618 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I can rake good but cant single pin pick that well 🙁

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      There are a lot of people that can single pin pick but cannot rake everything will come with time :)

    • @ceneblock
      @ceneblock 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Interesting... I'm the opposite.
      I see these videos of people running a rake through a lock like five times and they're done in less than a second.

  • @johnagorman
    @johnagorman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My son had to close the Hockey rink he works at as the Zamboni driver. He left his keys in the office, and the door closed behind him locked. He couldn't lock up the building. I was already about to go pick him up when he called. So i grabbed my lockpicking tools. Years since i used them.
    Thanks for your video. Great refresher. I was able to open the door by the time the video was done 🎉✌️

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words. I would not recommend picking locks in use or ones in that context

    • @johnagorman
      @johnagorman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker the use was to enter his office, to get his keys. So permission was given.

  • @ORVONTON64
    @ORVONTON64 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a smooth rake motion you have… not as easy as some would think

  • @lockmania-locks
    @lockmania-locks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great for people who have not tried raking before or just beginners very good my friend 👍😁

  • @Saviorcomplexion
    @Saviorcomplexion 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Decent demo, shaking the lock with your right hand is a confounding variable.

  • @veepeecee8630
    @veepeecee8630 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Raking is just so satisfying..

  • @mr.shenanigans7737
    @mr.shenanigans7737 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I needed to pick a very basic looking deadbolt...I raked and got the lock to turn using the tension tool but the bolt stayed 8n place...any ideas why?

  • @lockbuster8273
    @lockbuster8273 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Nice work,i realy enjoy when i watch your videos. Greetings from Bulgaria

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lockbuster thank you for the kind words! And it is awesome to see everyone from all around the world :-)

  • @wildncrazyguytv
    @wildncrazyguytv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome!! I finally got it done with the rapid 🔥 method with a Brinks 🔐. Thank you!

  • @williamwallace134
    @williamwallace134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a very well-made video, thank you for the information!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words and I am glad it helps!

  • @MrPaPaYa86
    @MrPaPaYa86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    it seems to me that raking is much easier when you can hold the lock in your hands, it would be a completely different movement if the lock was in a realistic position (like a door)

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I find it to be the same just a slightly different feel.

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I find it easier in a door because you can manipulate the rake better.

  • @cujosandlot8233
    @cujosandlot8233 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it possible to use a random key as a rake tool? Seems like that would work

  • @robertwest3093
    @robertwest3093 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am thoroughly enjoying this series! I don't know why it took so long for me to find you.

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for checking it out. I do hope to update it down the road

  • @TheBoogerJames
    @TheBoogerJames 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Him: This is a very simple and easy method.
    Me: Still trying to rake open my 4-pin practice lock for 10 minutes without success.

  • @djharryg
    @djharryg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video. In general, how do you know if the tension should be going clockwise or counterclockwise on any lock?

    • @mxxstro
      @mxxstro 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      99% of the time you turn your key clockwise to open the lock, so the tensioning lever should follow that direction.

  • @frwt2947
    @frwt2947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just wanted to say Love your videos you need more recognition 👌

  • @northbaseuk882
    @northbaseuk882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a cheap disk lock that I am really struggling to rake, the bitting is nothing too drastic, it's a cheap lock but it takes some opening with the key to turn it - which means I think I need lots of tension - I'm going to apply little tension and see if I can rake it. I don't have a bogota, just a snake and a city rake. I'll give it another go.

  • @pemtax557
    @pemtax557 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A nice, basic demonstration ... well done. Cheers ...

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words and I am glad it helps!

  • @squeanoxl
    @squeanoxl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much pressure should be put on the tensioner, exactly? Is more better than less, or vice-versa?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In general less is better when you are doing this technique because you need to allow the pin to be able to move freely

  • @BrothaEarth1422
    @BrothaEarth1422 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man. Lost the key to my liquor cabinet so this was a much needed video

  • @Misanti888
    @Misanti888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi. Thanks for the great content. Can raking be effective even for usual residential round-grip door knobs that locks from the inside via push button? Most demos here at YT always uses a common padlock to show the technique rather than actual door locks.
    Happy Holidays!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I can only speak for locks in the United States, they are quite easy usually. Luckily, we never pick locks we don't own or ones in use

    • @Misanti888
      @Misanti888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HelpfulLockPicker many thanks for quick reply. Plan to use the skill more for prepping and contingency situations rather than as a hobby or locksport. More power! : )

    • @comradeconrad3636
      @comradeconrad3636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah racking works.and you hardly even need tension cause the second those.pins get places the lock will just "pop out" and remain unlocked. Some hoen file cabinet locks are the same way the spring loaded ones.

  • @wombatlover2796
    @wombatlover2796 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Goodness me, people are absolutely amazing!!!
    Thank you.. I think...

  • @mark3158274
    @mark3158274 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a landlord....... Just started picking locks raking has been frustrating!!! I have found lock bumping to be quicker, any ideas? I'm on 3 of 5 of Sparrows progressive locks

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I really enjoy both but when you are raking make sure you are going light on the tension. I prefer the Bogota style rake

    • @mark3158274
      @mark3158274 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker OK Thanks ..... I find that I might be raking to hard, seems like I do better just tickling the key way lol does that seem right? Thanks for all your help.

  • @Frosty901
    @Frosty901 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as always my friend. This will help a lot of people. 👍

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Frosty901 Thank you! How'd the person make out that you sent the Clockwise Challenge Lock to?

    • @Frosty901
      @Frosty901 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HelpfulLockPicker I haven't sent it out yet. He just recently responded with his mailing address so I'll be sending it out Friday. 👍 It just took him a while to reply with his info. I was about to go ahead and send it to someone else. Lol

  • @ferndogg4427
    @ferndogg4427 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will it work for pamex deadbolt, with 6 pins, just recently I had to drill it, which did take little long, I'm a maintenance for apartment, and tenents key stopped working , I ordered 15 tool sets on wish, w clear lock to practice

  • @donnellbaxter8050
    @donnellbaxter8050 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you take the lock can you use the old key or you have to repin it.

  • @JoeDonFan
    @JoeDonFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, very much! I raked my first three locks before this video was over!

  • @BoredLockpicker
    @BoredLockpicker 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At end of that day that’s pretty good info

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for the kind words! I enjoyed your video where you raked open a Schlage with 4 spools, now that is some serious raking!

  • @Dutcharmytent
    @Dutcharmytent ปีที่แล้ว

    Have subscribed, I am particularly interested in how you cut a key for a lock without a key and how that works with working out the actual profile of the new key. Will search you library of videos now.

  • @frequencydecline5250
    @frequencydecline5250 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm terrible at raking....maybe I'll have to go and give it some more effort...

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Try raking in a vise and use really light tension. It is super helpful when you just want to get a lock open. I bought 6 or so 6 pin Schlage mortise cylinders on eBay and raked them because I didn't want to SPP them. I could have shimmed them too as well.
      Raking is like anything else, it takes practice. Some people are really good at it and have even raked some American Locks open.

  • @dirk4926
    @dirk4926 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I broke my city rake and need to get a new one, and I've never had a bogota.

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Dirk Stabins Bogota are my go-to. I highly recommend you try one out!

    • @dirk4926
      @dirk4926 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have one on my wish list, unfortunately my wish list is bigger than my bank account so it's gonna be awhile before I get one. 😁

  • @frankkelly9917
    @frankkelly9917 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does raking work well on a house safe lock?

  • @TinkersTales
    @TinkersTales 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    best video on locksport

  • @AnnulmentProof
    @AnnulmentProof หลายเดือนก่อน

    Master Lock 6325. Do you think this could be raked?

  • @Freddy-Da-Freeloadah
    @Freddy-Da-Freeloadah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you know which way the key turns? My door key turns counter clock wise to open. IMHO

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You will start to learn the more locks you see. For example, deadbolts open away from doors and most padlocks open clockwise.

  • @TheGeezzer
    @TheGeezzer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good camera work, good clear narration and explanations. 🔑💨😛💨😉😎

  • @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443
    @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes! Raked my first lock, any more tips lockpicking?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would just check out my lock-picking homeschool series there's a lot of good information in there

  • @ensjesse
    @ensjesse 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just started raking. I am finding that raking the cylinders outside of a door is alot easier than one that's installed. I thought it would be easier with the door holding it but my door rake time is like 2 minutes where as it's like 5 to 10 seconds on the cylinders. Any ideas?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is more mechanical resistance for example a lock installed like a deadbolt has to fight against the bolt a bit. Also, it is a more awkward angle and the lock may be more worn

  • @MegaAaron42
    @MegaAaron42 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have never had success raking any lock open tried on many different locks. You lock sport people make it look fast and easy. Whats the secret? Cause any common lock I have tried does not rake open like in the video.

  • @eagleeyeviewimages
    @eagleeyeviewimages ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep em coming 😉

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words. I hope to make more in the future

  • @noneovyerbusiness4909
    @noneovyerbusiness4909 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Like he said, the way the pins are set can make raking almost impossible.

  • @tylerlondon5052
    @tylerlondon5052 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it help to round out the sharp points on certain bogota picks? Seems like the points on mine get hung up on the pins extremely easily.

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I never have but if it is working I would do whatever gets the lock open

  • @stackedhippiechick
    @stackedhippiechick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is a quality pick-set to buy? Does the tensioner only go one way?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Peterson, Southord, Sparrow, Multipick.
      You have bottom and top of keyway tensioner. All are important

    • @stackedhippiechick
      @stackedhippiechick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker Thank you!

  • @nematollahemami7708
    @nematollahemami7708 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you your teach is very
    good

  • @thumperlockpicking9269
    @thumperlockpicking9269 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job raking.

  • @chriscapune7873
    @chriscapune7873 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff!!!
    🐈👍🐈👏🐾

  • @mtbregardless3602
    @mtbregardless3602 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks man, I raked every lock in my city. Every time I see a lock, I rake it, it usually yields a nice payday. Jk

  • @CramcrumBrewbringer
    @CramcrumBrewbringer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are some locks just too difficult to rake open, and require spp?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would say yes. As you get to higher tolerance locks and locks with security pins the lower skill attacks like raking, rocking, zipping, bumping, bitch pickling, electric pick gun, snap gun, etc become much less effective.

    • @CramcrumBrewbringer
      @CramcrumBrewbringer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HelpfulLockPicker Thanks for the reply! And I’ve never heard of bitch pickling lol.

  • @hickspanicKS
    @hickspanicKS 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a video about when it's best to take vs single pick and vise versa?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would check out my rapid entry techniques video but in general I usually try raking first unless it is are expensive lock that is known that will not work on.

  • @ChristopherTradeshow
    @ChristopherTradeshow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I raked my first padlock yesterday. Realized it was a cheap padlock and only the first 2 pins had to be pressed. Then realized I only need to use a thin flat object to open the lock. Crazy tbh.
    Edit: practicing on a door at work (dont sorry I have permission) and I can't seem to unlock it. When I rake I feel them getting set. And when I take off the tension, I hear all the pins click. Idk

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Raking is a skill which takes time to develop. Also, with all locks some open easier than others.

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could be oversetting or false set. Look up the type of lock and see if there's any security pins.

  • @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443
    @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also how often should oil or clean my tools and what to use

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like to use lock Houdini for the locks and I don't do any maintenance on my tools really

  • @mrgreenswelding2853
    @mrgreenswelding2853 ปีที่แล้ว

    How thick is the rake and level tools? I can get them laser cut at work.

  • @charliecarpenter2840
    @charliecarpenter2840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do I need heavier tension on an old worn lock ? or still light as you can go? Thanks so much for the videos btw.

    • @charliecarpenter2840
      @charliecarpenter2840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Answered my own question. For this lock, No. Just needed to raise my rake a little, all pins were set quite high

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for checking it out and I wish you luck!

  • @PDXJack87
    @PDXJack87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you overcome oversetting #1 when manipulating pin #2? @ 5:40?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      raking comes down to a lot of luck and using light tension so any pin that sets too high will drop back down

    • @Ben7seven7
      @Ben7seven7 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depending on the lock bitting as well as other factors, not all locks can be raked open. Tho using the zipping method may be effective where the raking technique shown in this video won’t work.
      One thing you can do with taking is to angle the pick in different ways either tilting forward or backward and it just flat swiping in and out movements to help with over setting pins.

  • @combsmsb
    @combsmsb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have such a problem with the videos they never really explain how light, or any hang ups you might run into. I have a little master lock #3 that i can SSP all day long but thr moment i try to rake it nothing happens, i cant even really move my rake in and out of the key way fast enough to do anything. And every video i have found has been like " oh you just stick the rake in and the lock falls apart" not actual toturials this one is about the same

  • @cobblestone2.09
    @cobblestone2.09 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was raking a doorhandle lock and i got the cylinder to turn but the door handle still wont turn Any idea on whats going on?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some locks you need to turn over 180 degree may need to pick again. Please don't pick locks in use or ones you don't own

  • @kylenixon2352
    @kylenixon2352 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Idk but after two hours of trying and being unsuccessful... decided to hope back on TH-cam came across this video and that Raking motion to showed did the trick. Thanks!!! Hahaha

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words and I am glad it helps!

  • @joeniccoli1916
    @joeniccoli1916 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How hard would a Sargent & Greenleaf 826-C be to rake? With the standard Medeco core they come with.

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Medeco are very hard to rake. They have good tolerances and a sidebar

  • @frankpaws
    @frankpaws 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any advice on somewhere to buy bulk locks to practice on the cheap?

  • @schoolwork101oo7
    @schoolwork101oo7 ปีที่แล้ว

    My parents lock me so this is very helpful

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words. Just don't pick locks you don't own or ones that are in use

  • @kylehill3643
    @kylehill3643 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if you used one of these in a fantasy video game lock as it would bypass the magic protection making it think your inserting the correct key? Fantasy locks don't have the security pins we usually do assuming most people will use magic to fight it if at all.

  • @Ronin42069
    @Ronin42069 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My rake keeps getting stuck inside

  • @m.o.a.b.climbing7893
    @m.o.a.b.climbing7893 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    how would you go about raking a two shear lock

  • @sontaya7772
    @sontaya7772 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can rake padlocks but not doorlocks....
    Do you have any tips?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It could be a tension problem or it could also be the locks you working on are higher quality

  • @franonymous3096
    @franonymous3096 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    cool video

  • @solar6988
    @solar6988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's More useful SPP or raking?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You need both

    • @solar6988
      @solar6988 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker Ok I wanna get learning after quarantine 😂

  • @DeadlyVenomKing
    @DeadlyVenomKing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm very good with a Garden Rake😷😁

  • @michaelcro2941
    @michaelcro2941 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is bottom keyway tension important? As opposed to top?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it is a very important skill to develop

    • @michaelcro2941
      @michaelcro2941 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker I'm new to this I'm just curious does using top tension makes things more difficult?

    • @brabbit1692
      @brabbit1692 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelcro2941 LPL said he likes top better because it frees up pick leverage in the key hole area

  • @43lenzo
    @43lenzo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks, i need to get my gym locker lock off i lost both keys 😫

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just make sure you on use this on locks you own :)

  • @eaglegold3303
    @eaglegold3303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    literally cannot open any lock ever. :( spent many hours trying

  • @andreasdanu9787
    @andreasdanu9787 ปีที่แล้ว

    where i can buy kwikset?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  ปีที่แล้ว

      In the United States almost any hardware store

  • @camdenkrumal
    @camdenkrumal 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    where can i purchase the single rake?

  • @alexblackburn627
    @alexblackburn627 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve taken a lot of defiants apart and ALWAYS found at least one spool pin

  • @ericrichardson3332
    @ericrichardson3332 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is considered a low level attack because it doesn't work on high security locks or security pins to be more specific that's why it's a low level attack on locks also it can damage pins by wearing more then other methods it's an alright skill to have but single pin picking is more useful and allows you to feel what the pins are doing, most cheap locks will rake open in a short amount of time but you shouldn't just focus on one type of picking method instead use as many as possible to allow yourself to succeed at the task at hand

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you for sharing

    • @tcc300892
      @tcc300892 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You think a single comma was sufficient for that paragraph of text?

  • @TheL08
    @TheL08 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everytime that I try and rake the rake seems to get stuck on the pins how do I avoid this?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some keyways are hard to fit the rake

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're probably using just a bit too much tension, your rakes suck and need rounded off and polished, or the keyway is jagged as hell and maybe you need to use a .020 or .015 size rake instead. It really depends which lock you're talking about though. Knowing what the key looks like is helpful when determining which rake to use as well. Different rakes tend to work best with different techniques as well. Double and triple peaks are most effective as zipping rakes, city or saw rakes are best for well, sawing, worm rake for jiggling, snake rake for a combination of all techniques. If you understand how a lock works you will become a much better picker so do educate yourself as fully as you can on that front. And if you're going to be taking picking as a serious hobby or possible career, invest in a top quality set of picks the difference really is night and day. I personally prefer sparrows because they have the best handles, but multipick, Peterson, and southord are just as good.

  • @ksmooth7667
    @ksmooth7667 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My room got locked I tried for a half hour, but eventually broke down the door with a crowbar cuz I really need to get in 😅

  • @kylehill3643
    @kylehill3643 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It sucks most TH-cam is so quite on PC's. You have to crank up both your computer and regular speakers up to almost full max to hear it then everything else is BLARING loud. Each year YT updates make it quieter and quieter.

  • @meltingatom
    @meltingatom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funny story, my gf gave me this only case that she couldn't find a key for, she said it would be fun for me to try my lock picks out. After about 15 minutes trying to find the pins, I put too much pressure on it and...the lock shifted and unlocked the box... it wasnt locked it was just a button

  • @drix2696
    @drix2696 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I friggin suck. I can't even rake my bedroom door :/

  • @jimmyh8695
    @jimmyh8695 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is why, Nowadays thief understand how to open locks

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am more worried about destructive entry in the real world setting

  • @iyeetsecurity922
    @iyeetsecurity922 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    _THAT'S RAKIST!_

  • @jamesbrooker9119
    @jamesbrooker9119 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have been raking for a straight 10 mins no progress

    • @pixinix
      @pixinix หลายเดือนก่อน

      LMAFOO same bruh my hand literally got tired

  • @BukuiZhao
    @BukuiZhao 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a city rake

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those work as well. You just need to match up the right rake for your lock. Some work more easily than others.

  • @nightshadehelis9821
    @nightshadehelis9821 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Could you pick one of those circular locks you see on vending machines? I swear to gosh I did it once using paperclips and I closed the handle to show my girlfriend how I did it and then I couldn't do it again. It killed me inside.

  • @cwatson42785
    @cwatson42785 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im gonna practice on my neighbors houses. I'll just relock if I succeed

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't pick locks you don't own or ones that are in use

    • @cwatson42785
      @cwatson42785 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HelpfulLockPicker I'm just playing ofc lol.