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[[File:Lockwiki_Pin-tumbler_picks.jpg|thumb|right|text-top|250px|A standard set of [[Pin_tumbler|pin-tumbler]] lockpicks and tension tools.]] | [[File:Lockwiki_Pin-tumbler_picks.jpg|thumb|right|text-top|250px|A standard set of [[Pin_tumbler|pin-tumbler]] lockpicks and tension tools.]] | ||
A '''lockpick''' (or '''pick''', '''pick lock''') is a tool used in [[lockpicking]] to manipulate components to their proper positions. The [[Lock#Lock_Designs|type of lock]] being picked and the preferences of the lockpicker will determine which type and style of lockpick | A '''lockpick''' (or '''pick''', '''pick lock''') is a tool used in [[lockpicking]] to manipulate components to their proper positions. The [[Lock#Lock_Designs|type of lock]] being picked and the preferences of the lockpicker will determine which type and style of lockpick used. In most cases, a [[Tension|tension tool]] is used with the pick to successfully pick the lock. Picks that are specifically designed for [[Raking|rake picking]] techniques as known as rakes. | ||
The possession of lockpicks is [[Legal Issues|considered illegal]] in some parts of the world. Lockpicks are categorized as "burglary tools" in many places, but most laws do not consider them such until they are used with the intent to commit a crime. | The possession of lockpicks is [[Legal Issues|considered illegal]] in some parts of the world. Lockpicks are categorized as "burglary tools" in many places, but most laws do not consider them such until they are used with the intent to commit a crime. | ||
Revision as of 17:11, 19 June 2009
Lockpick
A standard set of pin-tumbler lockpicks and tension tools.
A lockpick (or pick, pick lock) is a tool used in lockpicking to manipulate components to their proper positions. The type of lock being picked and the preferences of the lockpicker will determine which type and style of lockpick used. In most cases, a tension tool is used with the pick to successfully pick the lock. Picks that are specifically designed for rake picking techniques as known as rakes.
The possession of lockpicks is considered illegal in some parts of the world. Lockpicks are categorized as "burglary tools" in many places, but most laws do not consider them such until they are used with the intent to commit a crime.
Types of Picks
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Gallery
A disc-detainer pick for the Abus Plus lock.
A 7-pin tubular pick.
See also
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