and it’s octagonal in shape which makes cutting or prying
it open very difficult. Shimming would also be difficult, due
both to the multiple bearing latch system and the octagonal
shape of the shackle. However, at its core, it uses a regular
pin-and-tumbler cylinder, just as easily picked as any other
lock out there.
Conclusion
When it comes down to it, there’s no perfect lock. But
like anything else, some are better than others. One of the
best ways to defeat criminals is to think like one. Training
in SERE and lock-picking courses helps you practice the
fundamentals of defeating common locks, so you’ll know
what to look for and be better informed on how to outfit
your home and belongings with locks that are more secure
than the average ones you see at big box stores.
Everyone remembers the Master Lock commercial in
the 1970s where a padlock was shot with a .30-caliber rifle
and remained fastened. That sort of hype makes good
marketing, but any experienced locksmith or lock-picker
knows these are some of the easiest locks to defeat, even
for a novice. It certainly takes a lot less effort than a gunshot.
Don’t fall victim to believing common brand names are
common because they’re the best. Do your research and
speak with the pros to become better informed on how to
secure your belongings.A LOOK
AT L O C K STravis Dionne is a locksmith at a prominent university in Los Angeles, and
has been there for the better part of a decade. He was lucky enough to learn
the trade early on in life, and has been pinning up cylinders and cutting keys
since he was a young teen.Ab out
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