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Lock picking, like all facets of locksmithing requires knowledge of the lock itself, a certain amount of manual dexterity, and a lot of practice. In this manual, you will learn about the construction of a pin tumbler lock and gain practical experience by following through on actual picking practice. You will progress from an easy to pick setup to more difficult ones as you gain more experience.
First publish date: 1974
Authors: Desert
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