Lever lock picking

It is important to be patient and gentle when using a key extractor, as applying too much force or turning too aggressively can potentially damage the lock or push the broken key fragment further into the cylinder. If you are having difficulty removing the key fragment, it may be best to seek the assistance of a professional locksmith.

A plug spinner is a tool used in lock picking to quickly and easily rotate a lock cylinder in the opposite direction of its normal rotation. The purpose of a plug spinner is to allow the lock to be opened without the use of a key, even if the pins inside the lock are set in a way that would normally prevent it from being opened.

A plug spinner typically consists of a handle and a rotating head that can be attached to the lock cylinder. The rotating head is designed to fit into the keyway and apply rotational force to the cylinder in the opposite direction of its normal rotation. This allows the lock to be opened by manipulating the pins with a lock pick tool.

Plug spinners come in a variety of shapes and sizes to accommodate different types of locks and keyways. They can be powered manually or with a battery-powered motor, and can be purchased individually or as part of a lock picking set.

Apply tension: Use a tension wrench or torsion wrench to apply tension to the lock cylinder in the direction of its normal rotation. This will create a gap between the pins inside the lock and allow them to be manipulated with a lock pick tool.

Manipulate the pins: Use a lock pick tool, such as a hook pick or diamond pick, to manipulate the pins inside the lock cylinder. The goal is to set each pin to the correct height so that the lock can be opened.

Open the lock: Once all the pins are set to the correct height, use the tension wrench to turn the lock cylinder in the direction of its normal rotation. If done correctly, the lock should open.

It is important to use plug spinners responsibly and only with the owner's permission. If you are having difficulty opening a lock with a plug spinner, it may be best to seek the assistance of a professional locksmith.

A bypass tool is a specialized tool used in locksmithing to open a lock without using the key or causing damage to the lock. Bypass tools work by manipulating the locking mechanism in a way that allows the lock to be opened without needing to pick the pins or tumblers.

There are a variety of bypass tools available for different types of locks, including padlocks, deadbolts, and car locks. Some common types of bypass tools include:

Shims: Shims are thin, flat pieces of metal or plastic that can be used to bypass padlocks and other types of locks. They work by sliding between the shackle and the body of the lock, forcing the shackle to disengage from the locking mechanism.