Books like Little Black Book of Lockpicking by Alexandre TRIFFAULT

Learn a reliable system to unlock any combination padlock when the combination is lost, using clear instructions and illustrations for quick entry without tools.

Master locksmith Steven Hampton explains the tools and techniques for bypassing a wide range of locks, from pin and wafer tumblers to magnetic and automobile locks.

A practical guide to legally learning lock‑picking techniques while also covering basic lock‑tampering defenses for homeowners.

This easy-to-understand, fully illustrated manual is a fine primer on the art of locksmithing without specialized tools. It discusses using jimmie and "shove knives," screwdrivers, drills, door frame spreaders, hacksaw blades, thumb tacks, elastic bands, and other common tools and items to open doors, windows, desks, and cabinets. This classic booklet is fascinating reading for professional locksmiths or anyone interested in this useful skill.

Believe it or not, having the skill to pick locks may be the one thing that saves you when faced with a life or death situation. Most people think of survival as an apocalyptic situation that adversely affects the entire planet and all the people on it. Very few people realize that each day on this planet incorporates a struggle to survive. Survival can encompass any number of situations. Going to a concert, a public venue, or just walking down a crowded city street, can result in facing a deadly situation. Amidst the chaos of such an event, there will likely be opportunities to seek the safety of a shelter, although it may be hidden behind a locked door. This guide book details the step by step process of picking a variety of different locks and locking mechanisms. This skill set is not only a survival skill, it is a real world skill that could come in handy for a number of situations, such as locking the keys in the car, losing the house key, etc.

Locksport offers a complete, illustrated guide to the sport of lockpicking, written by five leading champions. It covers fundamentals, hands‑on techniques, competition strategies, and the legal and community aspects of the hobby.

Complete guide meant to shed light on lockpicking and better equip the reader to make the proper decisions concerning physical security. Goes far beyond simple things like deadbolt latch versus a spring bolt latch; the vulnerability of a sliding arcadia door; casement windows and exposed hinge pins; and the like. Covers lock picking, methods of picking, tools, snap picks, pick guns, rapping, rocker picks, pick sets, improvised lock picks, sesame padlocks, handcuffs and much, much more.

What if a door, gate, or other locked obstacle kept you from saving time, money, or a life during an emergency? It’s time to expand your skills! Professional first responders and prepared citizens can find themselves needing an efficient entry through a locked obstacle. Whether it’s a criminal that needs to be apprehended or a medical emergency, time can cost you more than just money. This is your guide to improve your lock picking skills and refine your unconventional entry approach. Tactical Lock Picking: A Systemized Approach for Responding to Locked Obstacles During Emergencies is a full-spectrum plan to gain vital access into any kind of structure quickly and effectively. In Tactical Lock Picking , you’ll build a foundation of basic skills while also learning: How to forgo kicking in doors to bypass locks to save time, property damage, and injury. The low-tech physical solutions to access keypads and card reader locks. The tools you need and how to organize your gear for field deployment. The seven-step target assessment to help you identify, analyze, and execute proven techniques for opening padlocks, door locks, keypads, combination locks, vehicle gates, and more. A methodology to develop your “key to the city” for major catastrophes. Everyone has found themselves locked out of somewhere they have rightful access to. Tactical Lock Picking is the essential preparedness-manual for overcoming real-life access challenges. If you like down-and-dirty crash courses, step-by-step information, and a no-holds-barred survival guide, then you’ll love Pat Watson’s no-BS book. Buy Tactical Lock Picking to unlock the way you see the world around you today!

A Western hero who, after a fair fight leads to an unintended killing, is hunted by a posse. He returns home only to find himself pursued again, using his skill and courage to earn their respect.