[ [ [ Visual Guide to Lock Picking [ VISUAL GUIDE TO LOCK PICKING ] By McCloud, Mark ( Author )May-01-2002 Paperback

by Mark McCloud

The Visual Guide to Lock Picking has been the definitive guide for learning the art of lock picking. The Third Edition updates all of the illustrations with new, high quality, computer graphics. Over 100 new pages have been added. Inside, you will find interesting material and lock picking how-to for pin tumblers, warded locks, wafer locks, tubular locks, combination padlocks, and lever locks. This acclaimed guide reveals the secrets of the trade and makes learning the art of picking fun and easy. You don t have to waste time guessing how it s done, reading some amateur s theories, or trying to learn from the movies (they always get it wrong). Now you can get accurate information that the professionals use to give you the edge. What really sets this book apart is the quality of illustrations, which make lock picking easy to understand. The visual approach makes it easy to see how locks really work. Each type is completely dissected, exposing every moving part. Step-by-step instructions are given for picking each kind of lock. You will be lead through the entire process, from introducing the necessary tools, to explaining several techniques that will lead you to that satisfying click as your lock springs open! This book is the premier guide on picking locks. Even if you already know how to pick some locks, this book covers tips and techniques. Exercises are also explained to help you hone your skills. From simple locks, to high security pins, almost all modern lock types are covered; making it the perfect locksmith s companion. Now, you can understand the technology that has kept thieves at bay for centuries. Since the time of antiquity, within the halls of the great pyramids, tomb raiders found their untold treasures behind surprisingly sophisticated locks. Today s locks inherit from these same designs. We give you the keys to their secrets. How many times have you, or someone you know, been locked out? Now you don t have to be helpless in th

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Self Help

Paperback

First published April 15, 2001

Reviews

[Daniel Khoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really useful book because it helps you the way of patience when you're handling with a lock. Also, it makes me curious of picking locks. To be honest, I'm a little interest in picking locks because it contains puzzle solving such as timing and strategies for when to tighten and loosen strength. But use this knowledge wisely and don't try to do anything stupid. If you want, do it on your own unused locks.

[Lilith Sussy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick, straightforward read. It covers information on a variety of locks' mechanisms and has high quality diagrams that accompany the text. Exploded illustrations exist for each type of lock. This book helps to understand the machinery involved, as well as methods of exploiting the machinery, which are conveyed in lightly technical language. A good introduction that covers many bases, and quite easy to get through.

[Ivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mostly new information so not much to comment on - except for the chapter on combinations.
I liked the chapter on combination locks, previously I watched videos that did it by the click and it seemed like magic - it worked, but didn't make sense to me. This book spelled out the probabilities for a 3-wheel.

[Ralph Jenson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice way to understand a lot of different look types and how they work. I typically hand my copy to people who have an interest in locksport.

[Miriam B. Sayer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Been improving my lock picking skills while in Covid lockdown. This book is a great place to start. Easy to understand, pictures, illustrations, excellent

[Deborah Botts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative

[Chris Seltzer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm very much torn about this book.

On the one hand, its content certainly pales compared to the beautifully animated and instructional content that has exploded on the internet in recent years.

On the other hand, this book is brilliantly put together and aided by its illustrations. This isn't shovelware in book form but rather clearly a labor of someone's love.

It is concise yet information dense. If you want a quick printed reference for lock picking for some reason I think this is the best book on the topic I've come across.

[Brandon Baggett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really good reference for beginners. Though, like most technical manuals, it was dry and hard to get through. Best read over a long period of time and in relation to a lock you are picking at the time.

[Sabrina Flynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great guide for research. Lots of pictures, and explanations on various locks. However, I still haven't managed to actually pick a lock, but that is probably more of my own failing than the book. Must have patience (and persistence).

[Michael Economy · Rating 4 out of 5]

The writing not great, but it's straight, to the point, and easy to follow. The illustrations are very helpful.