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Has a learning curve but does the job. I went to youtube for a tutorial and the locksmith is sitting in the back of a van full of picking tools. He picked up this item and said it was his favorite. Good enough for him, good enough for me.

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This isn't a MAGICAL pick. It's a manual pick that is good for "all around use" I find that it works well with File cabs, computer locks and desk drawers. This is the first pic i have owned or used and I feel that if I spent more time with it, I would be able to open more complicated locks. If you get this, by all means practice on some simple locks at least before you really need it.

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Okay, I'll admit it. I always wanted to try one of these things. It appears well made and the design is pretty good too. I tried it a few times on one of our entry doors & I couldn't get it to work. I probably should try an easier lock first and I'll do that when I get around to it. Maybe our entry locks are good ones like the locksmith said. I don't know. Anyway, I guess that new career of locksmith or safe cracker or burglar is out for me. Others have posted here and there that this thing works albeit with some practice. I really do think its me in this case so I gave it 4 stars because it seems to be a quality item. That's all Duluth sells so I have to give it the benefit of the doubt.

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I like gadgets and tools so I ordered this. From what I understand, if you're serious about picking locks there are several other more specialized tools out there to get the job done. Different types of locks may require a different tool and techniques.The instructions that come with it are a little vague, so I did some research to try and understand how locks work and how to pick them. I have practiced with it and succeded in opening up a few simple locks. For me, it's a fun challenge to tool around with this pick. I don't regret buying it.

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A gift for my son who looses his keys but this was such a novel idea he keeps it with him in his back pack and just two weeks after getting it used it to get in the house after forgetting his keys! He loves it and tells everyone about it.

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Keep it in my truck in case I need it. Have not used it yet but it looks like it should work fine.

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This tool is very handy to have around.

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I have special locks that I have had for years and lost the keys. The cost of the pick was a lot cheaper than a locksmith. Have used it to help a couple of friends. Also opened a lock for my mother-in-law.

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I'm a career firefighter /paramedic and we carry all sorts of tools in our pockets ......... This little tools is great to have when needed. It's light-weight and small easy to carry.

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While the Duluth Catalog Ad makes this seem a very simple item to use, this is not quite the case. It takes a certain feel and much practice to get it to "click" (pun intended) or a few months of locksmith class. But if you take the time necessary and practice and practice some more, it will work and just one use for a lockout more than pays for the item. It's a worthy addition to your tool bag of tricks. I am not a professional locksmith nor am I a burglar or thief!

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I thought this was a good safety item to have around, but my son thought it was the best toy he ever got. He hasn't figured out how to unlock the deadbolt though, which I guess is a good thing,

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My son was very pleased with this stocking stuffer!

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poor instructions and has not worked in times it has beeen used on padlock carlock and houselock

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This is a fun little gadget. Within a few minutes after using, I was able to open the deadbolt on my front door. Takes a little patience but it really does work.

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I was able to open a lock that we'd misplaced the key for in just a few minutes. Worked first time! I wasn't aware that these types of picks were available to anyone other than locksmiths. I don't know that I'll have much use for it, though.

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The only negative thing I have to say about this product is that I couldn't open tiny locks with it. But it might also be operator failure (I'm still a beginner).

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I always look at the lock picks you advertise and wonder if I could actually use them. I decided to buy one and if I was able to use it, I would buy a larger lock pick kit. So I bought the slimline lock pick and it was very easy to use. I will be on the look out for a larger kit.

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Could not get it to work for me.

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Overall good value

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I USE IT A WORK TO OPEN FILE CABNETS AND TOOL BOXE'S -- O" I FORGOT MY KEYS
OR I LOCKED IT BY MISTAKE
IT SAVES ALOT OF TIME AND IT IS QUITE EASY I HAVE OPENED A TOOL BOX IN 10 SEC.

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Takes some pratice but works well.

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I use this product to pick old locks, only had a couple I couldn't open. Plus it's lite weight and compact easy to carry with you. Not to much I don't like about it.

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Not a very sturdy product. I really don't like how the clip is also tension piece. I couldn't pick any lock in my apartment. I think I would easily break this if I really tried to apply some force. An experienced locksmith could probably use this tool, but if you are a novice like me, this is not the tool for you. Also, the instruction "booklet" that comes with it is nothing more than a piece of paper with some crude instructions and illustrations. No real help at all.

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Worked great! Read some of the other reviews about this product and was a little worried that it might not work for me but within the first five minutes I had picked my first lock (a home door lock) and once I had the feel for what I had to do I could pick the locks around the home with greater speed. It really is easy!

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I had to go to Wikihow for better instructions but after only 20 minutes of fiddling with a paddlock I got it to unlock.

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Opening locks without keys is a skill requiring dexterity, a delicate touch, and plenty of luck and patience. Despite being advertised as a quick and easy tool, you will still need skill, luck and patience to get this to work. However, it is neat, compact, and inexpensive enough to toss in a toolbox.

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I just got it today. I tried it on a kwickset and opened it in seconds. In first ten min I got it I picked the same lock about thirty times. Than I tried a schlage and after twenty min I could not pick it. I did hear the pins stick so I believe with practice I should me able to get it.

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This is a little tough to get the hang of, I have had to work at getting the feel for this pick. Still working on mastering it.

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This is a nifty, little tool, but by taking it out of your home, you are risking a Class 3 felony in most states...

Bottom Line:
Useful around the house, illegal elsewhere.

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It works great, but be careful. I stored mine in my pocket, and it often came apart. nothing a screwdriver won't fix, but still a nuisance.

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I recently lost my keys to an RV that I own.
Didn't want to break things. So I thought I would givde lock picking as an art a try. I was able to get into the unit with a little practice and no damage. Now I can remove the locks and have them re-keyed. Saved a visit from a lock smith at a fraction of the cost. I might have missed my calling. LOL

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I do service work for Mortgage Companies and have to break in properties.I have not been able to open a lock [...]

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The movies make everything look easier and this is no exception. It took me hours of monkying around to get my first lock. After that I went through 5 locks within a ten minute period. It is just a matter of playing around and learning a method that works for you. The only real problem I have with this item is that there is a screw that allows you to change the rake out that works its way out too often.. Super Glue took care of that real quick.

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I've only used the pick to open two cheap file cabinet locks. Never used a pick before. Opened first lock in 5 minutes and second in three or less.

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I wanted to have this in my back pocket but based on the 2 locks I've tried to pick, I might leave it on the shelf. Maybe more practice??? The instructions could be much more extensive...it implies it's simple. Could there be a difference in locks?

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This little guy is awesome. A little practice is required, but once you get it going, it works. very handy, be patient. Took me forty minutes to pick an old file cabinet, now it takes me seconds to pick most locks!

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I am in law enforcement, we unlock cars and some incidents help with people locked out of their houses. I tried this and was able to open my own on the 5th try. With practice I think it will do just fine.

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I bought this tool 12 years earier for my husband
whom is a self taught machinist. He had mastered
its use and also been able to help friends unlock
instead of destroy. I bought another tool for
my oldest son and most recently my younger son,
age 30. The tool works after you master it and
you need judgment of when to use it.

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I am good with tools. This item is advertised as a "lock pick". Well, it may be one but I have yet to get it to work on a single lock. After 20 minutes on the last lock without being able to open it, the "lock pick" now sits on a dresser in my room, where it will probably stay until it is consigned for all eternity to my "Junk Drawer of Eternal Delights".

My recommendation is "Save your money, buy an extra key."

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This is a good first lock pick for simple locks. I bought this because I lost the keys to my desk when I was in the office. The desk locks were absolutely no match for it; I was into the desk in seconds! I showed our office manager how to use it; she said it was easier than the method they were currently using and I believe she ordered one. Better quality locks are more difficult and require web research and practice, practice, practice! Now that I'm back on the company boats, it still comes in handy to unlock the occasional stateroom door---

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The web site makes this tool sound like a snap to use. It is not. It does work, but it takes practice and a very light touch.

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I purchased this a good way to try my hand at picking locks. I have found in my line of work, i seem to never have picked up the right keys.

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This item is nicely made and is convenient in that it's an "all-in-one" solution. There are better picks out there for the money.

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I have a lot of difficulty figuring out how to use this pick. Perhaps it works well for someone who has experience, but I wouldn't recommend this to someone who has never picked a lock.

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Help with key are lost.

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During moving, an old file cabinet lock was pushed in and locked. After calling around for professional help, and being disappointed, I saw this lock pick online.
Within a few moments of receiving my tool, I had the lock open. Even if I never use the lock pick again, it cost less than a visit by the locksmith.
The "wrench" and the "pick" are both sturdy. That's a mixed blessing. Some key-slots may be too thin (narrow) for this tool.
For me, it worked great!!!

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I try and try on some padlocks that I have lost the keys for, to no avail!

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I was a little nervous I wouldn't be able to make it work as described, but with a little practice I was able to get the feel for the tool. It really was as easy as they said!

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The tool is great, easy to carry and easy to use. I thought there would be a loss of feeling due to the pick and handle not being one peice but not at all, you can feel every tumbler. The torque wrench is a bit thick and can be a bit difficult to fit into some lock keyholes, especially European lock keyholes . Also I found that you can not use the torque wrench as a pocket clip even though it looks like it is supposed to be. Aside from that this is a great tool and I will not leave home without it. Even an untrained person should be able to open their front door in about 20 minuts, with a little practice.

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Not to be picky the lock opening is tricky. Useful when locking oneself out whether house or car. Easy to hold except when it's cold. Helful for lock boxes and luggage. Not sure it would be strong enough for some jobs.

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This tool works very well on basic locks like the ones on the covers of irrigation controlers that I service from time to time.

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Great product and value

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So far I have only had to use this item on a few very simple locks but it has performed well, opening the locks in a matter of seconds.

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Does not work on Australian locks