I picked my first lock with two paper clips and the thrill of it was pure joy! got a master lock open (it took a good bit of time) guys at work have bet me money I couldn't open their tool boxes (they lost) I found a new hobby and you found yourself a new subscriber
Careful with that, if tools go missing, you may be the first person they go to. Perhaps work with them in getting more pick-resistant locks to deter that.
Hehe, picked my first lock in 4th grade, there was a cabinet door with a cheap no-name Chinese laminated 4-pin between me and the teacher's "reward candy" jar. The lock was so shit I folded out the middle bit of a paperclip so it was just one big key-shaped loop and it could be used exactly like a key. I got caught eventually because all the blue raspberry now&laters kept selectively disappearing, the teacher was blown away when I showed her how I did it.
@@Suiseisexy Yeah my grandfather used to keep his werther originals locked up in a cabinet and I figured out that if you just slide something all the way into the lock, there was a thin spring or something you could push on at the back of the keyway and it would pop right open.
Now I only have about 770 more of your videos to watch. I can't stop trying to pick every lock I can get my hands on....thanks again Bill for the intro to recreational lockpicking. Careful with the new tool, looks like it would put a nasty hole in a thumb.
Counter rotation is the easiest to explain when you pick a spool or something similar as you lift up on the pin the core will turn the opposite way of tension a false set is when you pick a pin or pins and the core gives but doesn't open
Honestly imo the only way to really understand counter rotation is to find or have a locksmith build a lock that has different styles of spool pins and just try picking it you will start to get the feel and you will understand a lot more a lot faster I'm an amateur lock picker myself and it's all in trying you have to get a feel for it more than anything
@@greg123294 so counter rotation only applies to spool pins? Is it the opposing force created when picking a lock like say you're applying tension in one direction and while you're picking the lock the core turns in the opposite direction of which you're applying tension?
if you put a steel pin in the bible w/o a spring. you can take a dremel 105 or 106 bit, you can undercut the chambers going through the holes in the bottom of the plug. same for the core. at least this is how I do it
I feel like you can see serrations / threads on the first pin from outside the lock. Has anyone ever sent you a challenge lock with say an extra pin added in a strange place around the lock cylinder ?
Alright Steve (and/or Steven, whichever you prefer) I have to ask, where are you coming up with these cute little copper (or possibly oiled bronze?) locks at? Please point me in the right direction to purchase a couple. I would greatly appreciate it.
Have you ever ran into someone making a resin casting of a key to open locks? Just wondering if its possible to make a silicon mold of a key and using a polyester or similar resin to make a duplicate.
He mentions it in several videos, and I believe it's linked to on his lock lab site. Panavise, can't remember which version but somewhere in it all he tells what model combo his is.
yea, i know there used to be a link to it in description of videos but now it's gone. Thanks for help, i dunno why i haven't thought about checking the website at first, i'll do it now :)
"The one with the wide jaws is the model 350. The smaller one is the model 301. Both have the 312 Base mount - www.panavise.com" found it under a video description. There you go. :)
Go on to Amazon and order. Bill uses a PANAVISE just the same as myself. There are various ones to suit different products so, just have a look for what would suit the type of lock picking you're into. They also manufacture different heads and replacements too. If you can't find them on Amazon now though, alternatively, just look them up on Google for products available. Hope this helps and happy picking. 😊
I’m a newb to picking but can I ask a question about the different sizes of plug followers? Is there a standard size range to consider as a set for my tool bag?
Are there any free pinning tray, and or plug follower downloads for the 3d printer? I have access to one at college and couldn't think of a better way of making use of my out of district tuition costs.
Bill's Channel, but the comment is for Steven. :) Steven, your wood working skills are awesome, man. The trays that you did for Bill show great craftsmanship. Enjoyed the stickers you put on the lock, too. And let's not leave Bill out, lest he feel bad ; ) Yet another great video, Bill, always enjoy them.
I enjoy watching you pick locks I have had a chance to pick a couple lock when u was about 8 or 9 yr old bc my dad when throw lock smith school I actually miss doing it I have been thinking about doing it again
Hello! First of all, I would like to thank you for your consistent, entertaining, informative videos! I'm a budding lock picking enthusiast. As of now my "set" consists of a homemade paperclip torsion wrench and pick. They are functional (just barely!), however, they can't and won't ever truly be reliable and are obviously dangerous for the few locks I have available to practice with. My question for you: what is the most versatile pick and other absolutely essential tools, that won't break the bank, for a budding tumbler teaser? Thanks again!
Ok Bill it's been 5 or 6 months now since I've seen your first video and you turned me into a picker. You said a while back you would see if you had a couple of locks you would send me but I never got them. Ok now that I started my own channel I need locks so now I beg of you I don't want my videos to slow down. Having to much fun. :-)
False set is when the pins in the lock set into the serrations or into the spools and then turn the core a little bit but they are still blocking the chamber from turning, look at this pic for better understanding :) learnlockpicking.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/cylinder_spool1.jpg
I see you got one of those spiffy c clip tools like LPL has. I gotta get one of those. The screwdriver and curse word method just isn't reliable enough. Anyway, good pick as usual Bill.
Yes, "over-set" is when a key pin has been pushed too far up, so that it's top is above the sheer line (whereas "set" means that the top of the key pin is AT the sheer line).
when you get a false set (partial movement of the core), when you pick another pin you will find the core will rotate back slightly. That is counter rotation.
I have never picked a lock, just watched some videos but I have to say I immediately thought: why doesn't he use bottom of the keyway tension? Me: 'whatever I'm a noob he probably has his reasons.' Then he switches 😏
Didn't like how you used that bottom tension. Obviously it worked for you but I don't like it when the tension wrench is in the way of leverage. I have a Trioving (bane of my existence) that has a similar shelf I work off of. So I put a wrench in to stop the pick from falling but I use TOK tension so I face the wrench the other way so I can pull down further. you'd have to see it. The one reg pin tumbler I haven't been able to get in my first set down with it.
im a big fan of your channel bill..but when you already try to "black out" the personal information and tracking number, please do it right...anyone still can read the stuff written on it.
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I picked my first lock with two paper clips and the thrill of it was pure joy! got a master lock open (it took a good bit of time) guys at work have bet me money I couldn't open their tool boxes (they lost) I found a new hobby and you found yourself a new subscriber
Careful with that, if tools go missing, you may be the first person they go to. Perhaps work with them in getting more pick-resistant locks to deter that.
Hehe, picked my first lock in 4th grade, there was a cabinet door with a cheap no-name Chinese laminated 4-pin between me and the teacher's "reward candy" jar. The lock was so shit I folded out the middle bit of a paperclip so it was just one big key-shaped loop and it could be used exactly like a key. I got caught eventually because all the blue raspberry now&laters kept selectively disappearing, the teacher was blown away when I showed her how I did it.
@@Suiseisexy Yeah my grandfather used to keep his werther originals locked up in a cabinet and I figured out that if you just slide something all the way into the lock, there was a thin spring or something you could push on at the back of the keyway and it would pop right open.
"I didn't feel any serrated" - The lock is full of serrated pins.
Haha.
I just love those lockpicking videos.
I am a big fan of simply raking the pins first. You get lucky often
I find it to be cheating XD
But I doubt that you could get a rake into this thing
I think that depends if you want to open locks or play with locks.
@@Cheesus-Sliced i may decide to be a locksmith later in life, but right now its a hobby
@@expertoflizardcorrugation3967 if you do ever become a locksmith you will find that quick and reliable will always be first choice
@@Cheesus-Sliced of course, i just at the moment just want to have a bit of fun with it
Now I only have about 770 more of your videos to watch. I can't stop trying to pick every lock I can get my hands on....thanks again Bill for the intro to recreational lockpicking. Careful with the new tool, looks like it would put a nasty hole in a thumb.
Somebody got a label maker.
Can you do a video breaking down counter rotation false sets and other key words that you use
Counter rotation is the easiest to explain when you pick a spool or something similar as you lift up on the pin the core will turn the opposite way of tension a false set is when you pick a pin or pins and the core gives but doesn't open
Okay I pretty much under stand false sets but the information on the counter rotation is really helpful
Honestly imo the only way to really understand counter rotation is to find or have a locksmith build a lock that has different styles of spool pins and just try picking it you will start to get the feel and you will understand a lot more a lot faster I'm an amateur lock picker myself and it's all in trying you have to get a feel for it more than anything
@@greg123294 so counter rotation only applies to spool pins? Is it the opposing force created when picking a lock like say you're applying tension in one direction and while you're picking the lock the core turns in the opposite direction of which you're applying tension?
@@Vibycko holy shit, that makes everything clearer now, i thought it was some mumbo jumbo or some sort before. thanks random stranger
Best quote I've heard you have the right tools and things just go right. A lot of people could learn from that.
Nice idea to be honest but he should have thought about it longer. The lock didn't seem to stop you at all from opening the box.
I think he was trying to wear you down psychologically with all that tape!!
I may have missed a video but WHERE did you get that tool... I love it, I want it... I want to make it standard issue in my shop!!!
Did you ever find out what it's called/where it's from?
Can't get enough of your Mr.Bill
Can you only pick pin tumblers, or do you also pick safe locks like a Kromer Protector?
Nobody picks a Kromer Protector...
b to xosnianbill 💊💊🔪🔪🔪🔪🚆🏦⛪️⛪️🇦🇮🇦🇮🎯
How would you make an under cut? Mill with a small key way cutter?
That lock probably would have taken me 4 months. Thanks for the video!
if you put a steel pin in the bible w/o a spring. you can take a dremel 105 or 106 bit, you can undercut the chambers going through the holes in the bottom of the plug. same for the core. at least this is how I do it
that's a walnut pinning tray :)
I love the saying
"it's always the last one"
Of course it is, you're not going to keep trying if you have found what you're looking for 😂
i have a couplestock american locks with serrated pinbs and i have had a hell of a time picking them !! never had so much trouble
I feel like you can see serrations / threads on the first pin from outside the lock. Has anyone ever sent you a challenge lock with say an extra pin added in a strange place around the lock cylinder ?
You can see Bill's face kinda at 2:42
in the rounded bolt head but could to tell it was hem on the street if he walked by? i could not
Go to 2:47 in the video and you can see his hole face. Not clear but he needs to grow hair!! Lol!!
What Is 247, is that one of his old videos?
Or The position on a clock
***** Thank you,now i feel like a lame.,Thanks
Is there a place where I can find your PO box. I have this lock that I just cannot seem to pick for the life of me
Haha Bill there is a lovely reflection in the retainer rivet ! I think it was polished on purpose !
Alright Steve (and/or Steven, whichever you prefer) I have to ask, where are you coming up with these cute little copper (or possibly oiled bronze?) locks at? Please point me in the right direction to purchase a couple. I would greatly appreciate it.
Have you ever ran into someone making a resin casting of a key to open locks? Just wondering if its possible to make a silicon mold of a key and using a polyester or similar resin to make a duplicate.
Oh yeah its possible.
A 2 part epoxy works best
Where did you get you vise? Or jusy any1 in comments, where do i get vises like this one?
He mentions it in several videos, and I believe it's linked to on his lock lab site. Panavise, can't remember which version but somewhere in it all he tells what model combo his is.
yea, i know there used to be a link to it in description of videos but now it's gone. Thanks for help, i dunno why i haven't thought about checking the website at first, i'll do it now :)
"The one with the wide jaws is the model 350. The smaller one is the model 301. Both have the 312 Base mount - www.panavise.com"
found it under a video description. There you go. :)
ty man :)
Go on to Amazon and order. Bill uses a PANAVISE just the same as myself. There are various ones to suit different products so, just have a look for what would suit the type of lock picking you're into. They also manufacture different heads and replacements too. If you can't find them on Amazon now though, alternatively, just look them up on Google for products available. Hope this helps and happy picking. 😊
nice picking. I just got a master lock with a 6 pin core just like this one. look like a mini Y1. I want one one those boards. very nice.
Bill, could you explain how an undercut could affect the pins when picking?
Thanks.
I'ts amazing how quick you pick locks! great job!
haha Steven I love the presentation and the pinning. 2 thumbs up.
serrated spool serrated spool good mixture of security
I’m a newb to picking but can I ask a question about the different sizes of plug followers?
Is there a standard size range to consider as a set for my tool bag?
i'm fairly confident that Bill is just the alter ego/alternate personality of AvE
Eehhh I’m not really seeing it. Nowhere enough weird lingo or exaggerated terms plus no sexual innuendos I still enjoy watching both tho
I'm new to your channel but enjoy watching but I'm curious what a false set is.
May I have the link to the downloads for the pick handles?
Are there any free pinning tray, and or plug follower downloads for the 3d printer? I have access to one at college and couldn't think of a better way of making use of my out of district tuition costs.
www.thingiverse.com/Bosnianbill/designs
Bill's Channel, but the comment is for Steven. :) Steven, your wood working skills are awesome, man. The trays that you did for Bill show great craftsmanship. Enjoyed the stickers you put on the lock, too. And let's not leave Bill out, lest he feel bad ; ) Yet another great video, Bill, always enjoy them.
hey Bill love the channel just ordered my first practice pick set nothing fancy just for practice but iv been learning alot from you thanks
Did you really just use a karambit to pull the retaining ring? Bravo good sir.
GREAT knife!
Plot Twist: Can't even get the "Nooooo!" sticker off....
I remember locksmiths were common years ago. Not so much now. See them rarely nowadays
What makes a pick a hybrid? What’s the ‘mix’?
Me a novice: size hybrid, like in between two sizes. (I Literary have no idea just what I think it is)
That's not Bill, he had the next door neighbor to stand there while he did the intro.
where can u buy stock serrated pins?
Saw some on eBay a while ago. Try searching "lock security pins" on eBay, Amazon, or Google
Can you do it without a vice? Be easier to just destroy it instead of pick it no?
Anyone know what Bill uses to make his intro's?
I enjoy watching you pick locks I have had a chance to pick a couple lock when u was about 8 or 9 yr old bc my dad when throw lock smith school I actually miss doing it I have been thinking about doing it again
I believe you said those trays are walnut, not Oak as you said in this video.
good picking.
You crossed out the barcode number, but not the barcode which is easily read and converted into said number 🤔
A Cat what number is it?
I always think of the dentists when I watch and hear you work. I swear they say the same.sort of thing.
Hello! First of all, I would like to thank you for your consistent, entertaining, informative videos! I'm a budding lock picking enthusiast. As of now my "set" consists of a homemade paperclip torsion wrench and pick. They are functional (just barely!), however, they can't and won't ever truly be reliable and are obviously dangerous for the few locks I have available to practice with. My question for you: what is the most versatile pick and other absolutely essential tools, that won't break the bank, for a budding tumbler teaser? Thanks again!
Wesley DaBes try the bangood 80 piece pick set in the zip case. google it
Really enjoy learning from your videos!
'Abandon hope all yee that enter here.' -The nemesis.
So I have this thought to tap every single hole, then have every pin be serrated, with real deep sets. I don't know how it would work though.
Ok Bill it's been 5 or 6 months now since I've seen your first video and you turned me into a picker. You said a while back you would see if you had a couple of locks you would send me but I never got them. Ok now that I started my own channel I need locks so now I beg of you I don't want my videos to slow down. Having to much fun. :-)
Bobby, it completely slipped my mind. Please send your name and mailing address via PM and I'll get some together for you.
+bosnianbill I just sent it. Your the best thank you and now I can make more videos. :-)
whats a fault set?
False set is when the pins in the lock set into the serrations or into the spools and then turn the core a little bit but they are still blocking the chamber from turning, look at this pic for better understanding :) learnlockpicking.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/cylinder_spool1.jpg
I wanna see a challenge lock race between Bosnianbill and LockPickingLawyer
I see you got one of those spiffy c clip tools like LPL has. I gotta get one of those. The screwdriver and curse word method just isn't reliable enough.
Anyway, good pick as usual Bill.
how do I send you a lock?
LockLab
P.O. Box 2160
Merrifield, VA 22116
Nice job Steve!
Also what is over set
Yes, "over-set" is when a key pin has been pushed too far up, so that it's top is above the sheer line (whereas "set" means that the top of the key pin is AT the sheer line).
So you have to release the tension and let the pin drop back down....im bored of my 2 little padlocks😭 i need some new ones to practise on
Bill, your getting too tight with the camera framing on the picking segments, back out just a tad please sir.
nice new tool there bill ;)
What does counter rotation means?
when you get a false set (partial movement of the core), when you pick another pin you will find the core will rotate back slightly. That is counter rotation.
@@cjmillsnun Ahhh thanks mate
Bill your blurry face is showing when you show off the warding
i started to be a little disappointed because no cat hair.. and suddenly there were three! im happy :)
eighth my all time best
There was a note with the key you did not read it.
what a grate vary clear video Bill did you get a new camera or my eyes are just getting better lol.thank you for sharing. i am learning so much.
I'm hoping you've seen a couple of my videos.
2:44 Face!
R. I. P.
I have never picked a lock, just watched some videos but I have to say I immediately thought: why doesn't he use bottom of the keyway tension? Me: 'whatever I'm a noob he probably has his reasons.'
Then he switches 😏
Love your videos bill!
I saw the title and was like wtf
Next bank safe isee is ynours to pick
Whats it mean when you say you are getting counter rotation with a pin?
Since no one else has asked yet, feel like passing it on to me?
Didn't like how you used that bottom tension. Obviously it worked for you but I don't like it when the tension wrench is in the way of leverage. I have a Trioving (bane of my existence) that has a similar shelf I work off of. So I put a wrench in to stop the pick from falling but I use TOK tension so I face the wrench the other way so I can pull down further. you'd have to see it. The one reg pin tumbler I haven't been able to get in my first set down with it.
im a big fan of your channel bill..but when you already try to "black out" the personal information and tracking number, please do it right...anyone still can read the stuff written on it.
I also jabe subbed and get notified when you upload a video and always like them if I remember to hit the thumbs up.
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I see a hair on bills flashlight at around 10 minutes it's a pube.
2:47 face reveal
5th my new best
hi
Not First lol