[86] How To Rake Your First Lock

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  • Learn How To Rake Your First Lock In Just Minutes!
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    Raking is a great tool and when your are starting to learn to pick locks this is a skill you will want to hone. Raking can make opening locks much faster and it is very practical in real world scenarios.
    To rake your first lock you need two things a bottom of the keyway tensioner that fits appropriately for the lock and a rake. Two common types of rakes are Bogota (Triple Peak) Rakes and Snake Rakes. The Bogota styled rake is featured in this video.
    Just keep practicing and you will be amazed of how well raking works. A few things that can make raking more difficult are radical bitting and the addition of security pins. Most locks you can buy at places like Home Depot can be raked open and security pins are not as common in real world applications as you might think.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 275

  • @HelpfulLockPicker
    @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +35

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

    • @BoredLockpicker
      @BoredLockpicker 6 років тому +2

      HelpfulLockPicker I will!

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +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 Рік тому

      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 Рік тому

  • @colinzhang3211
    @colinzhang3211 5 років тому +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 років тому +126

      That is not a good personal practice

    • @NiquelBones
      @NiquelBones 4 роки тому +30

      I hope those 2 comments are jokes lol

    • @elkapitan75
      @elkapitan75 4 роки тому +13

      It's not good stealing from your parents

    • @lakshaynegi82
      @lakshaynegi82 4 роки тому +7

      FBI wants to know your location

    • @Biondo30Hz
      @Biondo30Hz 3 роки тому +1

      @@HelpfulLockPicker R/ woooosh

  • @lsynno
    @lsynno 5 років тому +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 років тому +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 роки тому +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.

  • @AFlyingCoconut
    @AFlyingCoconut 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words

    • @theacme3
      @theacme3 3 роки тому +4

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

  • @mikaelbjornson2666
    @mikaelbjornson2666 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +35

      Just keeping raking

    • @leeyongjie1470
      @leeyongjie1470 3 роки тому +16

      keep doing it
      *for a thousand times*

    • @Plant_Parenthood
      @Plant_Parenthood 3 роки тому +4

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

    • @adamschaeffer4057
      @adamschaeffer4057 2 роки тому +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 роки тому +14

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

  • @ltsgobrando
    @ltsgobrando 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @BASE5NYC
    @BASE5NYC 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +3

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

  • @zombiehunter5923
    @zombiehunter5923 3 роки тому +7

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

  • @preacher1775
    @preacher1775 Рік тому +1

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

  • @iniquity7
    @iniquity7 5 років тому +88

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 років тому +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 років тому +9

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

    • @iniquity7
      @iniquity7 5 років тому

      @@mindbreak666 same here lol

    • @PDXJack87
      @PDXJack87 5 років тому +1

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

    • @james10739
      @james10739 5 років тому +3

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

  • @TheRugghead
    @TheRugghead 10 місяців тому +1

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

  • @Oliver_the_menace
    @Oliver_the_menace 4 місяці тому +1

    thank you i needed this during a ding dong ditch!

  • @shenyathewelder9695
    @shenyathewelder9695 3 роки тому +9

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

  • @ReAdjust618
    @ReAdjust618 5 років тому +28

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 років тому +10

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

    • @ceneblock
      @ceneblock 22 дні тому

      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.

  • @veepeecee8630
    @veepeecee8630 11 днів тому

    Raking is just so satisfying..

  • @xderiwx
    @xderiwx 6 років тому +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 років тому +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

  • @johnagorman
    @johnagorman 2 роки тому

    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 роки тому

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

    • @johnagorman
      @johnagorman 2 роки тому

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

  • @Saviorcomplexion
    @Saviorcomplexion 3 місяці тому

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

  • @ORVONTON64
    @ORVONTON64 Рік тому +1

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

  • @lockmania-locks
    @lockmania-locks 5 років тому +5

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

  • @lockbuster8273
    @lockbuster8273 6 років тому +7

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +3

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

  • @MrPaPaYa86
    @MrPaPaYa86 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +2

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

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 роки тому

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

  • @wildncrazyguytv
    @wildncrazyguytv 5 років тому +2

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

  • @williamwallace134
    @williamwallace134 3 роки тому +3

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому +1

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

  • @robertwest3093
    @robertwest3093 Рік тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  Рік тому

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

  • @frwt2947
    @frwt2947 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @mr.shenanigans7737
    @mr.shenanigans7737 Рік тому +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?

  • @TheBoogerJames
    @TheBoogerJames 17 днів тому

    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.

  • @BrothaEarth1422
    @BrothaEarth1422 2 роки тому

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

  • @frequencydecline5250
    @frequencydecline5250 6 років тому +8

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +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.

  • @pemtax557
    @pemtax557 3 роки тому

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

  • @wombatlover2796
    @wombatlover2796 5 років тому +2

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

  • @cujosandlot8233
    @cujosandlot8233 Рік тому +1

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

  • @northbaseuk882
    @northbaseuk882 4 роки тому +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.

  • @JoeDonFan
    @JoeDonFan 3 роки тому +2

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

  • @djharryg
    @djharryg 9 місяців тому +1

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

    • @mxxstro
      @mxxstro 8 місяців тому

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

  • @dirk4926
    @dirk4926 6 років тому +16

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +5

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

    • @dirk4926
      @dirk4926 6 років тому +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. 😁

  • @BoredLockpicker
    @BoredLockpicker 6 років тому +4

    At end of that day that’s pretty good info

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +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!

  • @TinkersTales
    @TinkersTales 4 роки тому

    best video on locksport

  • @Frosty901
    @Frosty901 6 років тому +1

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  6 років тому +2

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

    • @Frosty901
      @Frosty901 6 років тому +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

  • @squeanoxl
    @squeanoxl 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому +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

  • @mark3158274
    @mark3158274 5 років тому +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 років тому

      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 років тому

      @@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.

  • @noneovyerbusiness4909
    @noneovyerbusiness4909 9 місяців тому

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

  • @Misanti888
    @Misanti888 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому +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.

  • @TheGeezzer
    @TheGeezzer 4 роки тому

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

  • @Freddy-Da-Freeloadah
    @Freddy-Da-Freeloadah 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому +1

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

  • @MegaAaron42
    @MegaAaron42 2 місяці тому

    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.

  • @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443
    @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443 3 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому

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

  • @thumperlockpicking9269
    @thumperlockpicking9269 5 років тому

    Nice job raking.

  • @Dutcharmytent
    @Dutcharmytent Рік тому

    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.

  • @eagleeyeviewimages
    @eagleeyeviewimages Рік тому

    Keep em coming 😉

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  Рік тому

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

  • @ChristopherTradeshow
    @ChristopherTradeshow 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +2

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

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @nematollahemami7708
    @nematollahemami7708 3 роки тому

    thank you your teach is very
    good

  • @donnellbaxter8050
    @donnellbaxter8050 Рік тому

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

  • @frankkelly9917
    @frankkelly9917 Рік тому

    Does raking work well on a house safe lock?

  • @ensjesse
    @ensjesse 5 років тому +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 років тому +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

  • @CramcrumBrewbringer
    @CramcrumBrewbringer 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @chriscapune7873
    @chriscapune7873 4 роки тому

    Great stuff!!!
    🐈👍🐈👏🐾

  • @schoolwork101oo7
    @schoolwork101oo7 Рік тому

    My parents lock me so this is very helpful

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  Рік тому

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

  • @ferndogg4427
    @ferndogg4427 Рік тому

    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

  • @combsmsb
    @combsmsb Рік тому +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

  • @ericrichardson3332
    @ericrichardson3332 Рік тому

    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  Рік тому

      thank you for sharing

    • @tcc300892
      @tcc300892 8 місяців тому

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

  • @mtbregardless3602
    @mtbregardless3602 3 місяці тому

    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

  • @alexblackburn627
    @alexblackburn627 3 роки тому

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

  • @stackedhippiechick
    @stackedhippiechick 3 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому

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

    • @stackedhippiechick
      @stackedhippiechick 3 роки тому

      @@HelpfulLockPicker Thank you!

  • @AnnulmentProof
    @AnnulmentProof Місяць тому

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

  • @tylerlondon5052
    @tylerlondon5052 3 роки тому

    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 роки тому

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

  • @DeadlyVenomKing
    @DeadlyVenomKing 3 роки тому

    I'm very good with a Garden Rake😷😁

  • @eaglegold3303
    @eaglegold3303 4 роки тому +3

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

  • @hickspanicKS
    @hickspanicKS 5 років тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 років тому +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.

  • @charliecarpenter2840
    @charliecarpenter2840 3 роки тому

    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 роки тому

      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 роки тому +1

      Thanks for checking it out and I wish you luck!

  • @Ronin42069
    @Ronin42069 Рік тому +1

    My rake keeps getting stuck inside

  • @kylenixon2352
    @kylenixon2352 4 роки тому

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

  • @PDXJack87
    @PDXJack87 5 років тому +1

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  5 років тому +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 роки тому

      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.

  • @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443
    @coloradostatesenatorsteven7443 3 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому

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

  • @kylehill3643
    @kylehill3643 4 роки тому

    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.

  • @franonymous3096
    @franonymous3096 4 роки тому

    cool video

  • @43lenzo
    @43lenzo 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @cobblestone2.09
    @cobblestone2.09 2 роки тому

    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 роки тому

      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

  • @ksmooth7667
    @ksmooth7667 4 місяці тому

    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 😅

  • @meltingatom
    @meltingatom 3 роки тому

    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

  • @joeniccoli1916
    @joeniccoli1916 4 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому

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

  • @mrgreenswelding2853
    @mrgreenswelding2853 Рік тому

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

  • @sontaya7772
    @sontaya7772 4 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому

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

  • @m.o.a.b.climbing7893
    @m.o.a.b.climbing7893 3 роки тому

    how would you go about raking a two shear lock

  • @frankpaws
    @frankpaws 3 роки тому

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

  • @solar6988
    @solar6988 4 роки тому +1

    What's More useful SPP or raking?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому +1

      You need both

    • @solar6988
      @solar6988 4 роки тому

      @@HelpfulLockPicker Ok I wanna get learning after quarantine 😂

  • @drix2696
    @drix2696 Рік тому +1

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

  • @jimmyh8695
    @jimmyh8695 4 роки тому +1

    This is why, Nowadays thief understand how to open locks

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому

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

  • @kylehill3643
    @kylehill3643 4 роки тому

    It sucks most UA-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.

  • @iyeetsecurity922
    @iyeetsecurity922 2 роки тому +1

    _THAT'S RAKIST!_

  • @TheL08
    @TheL08 3 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому

      Some keyways are hard to fit the rake

    • @thinkinyblinko6666
      @thinkinyblinko6666 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @cwatson42785
    @cwatson42785 3 роки тому

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

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому +1

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

    • @cwatson42785
      @cwatson42785 3 роки тому

      @@HelpfulLockPicker I'm just playing ofc lol.

  • @michaelcro2941
    @michaelcro2941 4 роки тому

    Is bottom keyway tension important? As opposed to top?

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому

      Yes, it is a very important skill to develop

    • @michaelcro2941
      @michaelcro2941 4 роки тому

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

    • @brabbit1692
      @brabbit1692 Рік тому

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

  • @jamesbrooker9119
    @jamesbrooker9119 6 місяців тому

    I have been raking for a straight 10 mins no progress

    • @pixinix
      @pixinix Місяць тому

      LMAFOO same bruh my hand literally got tired

  • @BukuiZhao
    @BukuiZhao 4 роки тому

    I have a city rake

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  4 роки тому

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

  • @ORVONTON64
    @ORVONTON64 Рік тому

    Wait, a 7 and 1 next to each other?… 6???

  • @negamerisltu299
    @negamerisltu299 3 роки тому

    Wish I watched this before breaking 3 of my citypicks

    • @HelpfulLockPicker
      @HelpfulLockPicker  3 роки тому

      I hope you're having better luck now :-)

    • @negamerisltu299
      @negamerisltu299 3 роки тому

      @@HelpfulLockPicker I sure am, just cracked my first doorlock too 🙂

  • @nightshadehelis9821
    @nightshadehelis9821 6 місяців тому

    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.