![[132] Mauer DT1 with active element picked and disassembled @MichaelMaynard](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CuQLsK4d33c/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded March 2018 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
I don't really like locks with active elements on the key because I think in general they're more complex than they need to be.
This Mauer one though is VERY well engineered (the whole lock just screams German precision and quality) and it manages to do a lot, with a little.
This is also a test video, I'm playing with different cameras, mics, angles, and editing software.
Lin k to Randy's channel - thanks Randy, I'm very grateful for this lock.
youtube.com/user/rjperkins365able
Version2, HD, Sony handycam
I don't really like locks with active elements on the key because I think in general they're more complex than they need to be.
This Mauer one though is VERY well engineered (the whole lock just screams German precision and quality) and it manages to do a lot, with a little.
This is also a test video, I'm playing with different cameras, mics, angles, and editing software.
Lin k to Randy's channel - thanks Randy, I'm very grateful for this lock.
youtube.com/user/rjperkins365able
Version2, HD, Sony handycam
![[132] Mauer DT1 with active element picked and disassembled](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CuQLsK4d33c/mqdefault.jpg "[132] Mauer DT1 with active element picked and disassembled
I dont really like locks with active elements on the key because I think in general theyre more complex than they need to be.
This Mauer one though is VERY well engineered (the whole lock just screams German precision and quality) and it manages to do a lot, with a little.
This is also a test video, Im playing with different cameras, mics, angles, and editing software.
Lin k to Randys channel - thanks Randy, Im very grateful for this lock.
https://www.youtube.com/user/rjperkins365able
Version2, HD, Sony handycam")
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![[102] Tutorial - Group 2 safe locks, opening the lock, part 5 of many](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EvXMJWAUdbM/mqdefault.jpg "[102] Tutorial - Group 2 safe locks, opening the lock, part 5 of many
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http://cadman.com.hk/
https://szsmet.en.alibaba.com/?spm=a2700.icbuShop.0.0.75ac5562UuWmpA
https://szsmet.en.china.cn/95537-Lock-Cylinder?pagesize=28
https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/gtk.locks")
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These picks were clearly designed with the working locksmith or law enforcement practitioner in mind and have a solid, no nonsense approach to their construction. The handles in particular are almost indestructible and provide excellent feedback but are definitely more suited to picking locks in a pins up configuration, like Europrofile locks. Versions more suited to hobbyists are in development.
You can buy their picks at: https://www.lawlocktools.co.uk/
and for those of us downunder: https://www.pickpals.com.au/")
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![[84] Tutorial - Group 2 safe locks, introduction, part 1 of many](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GtT3jxEGvGw/mqdefault.jpg "[84] Tutorial - Group 2 safe locks, introduction, part 1 of many
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Sorry about the sketchy sound quality.")
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The Locxis is the poor cousin to the Mul-T-Lock Interactive. It has two interactive chambers...but that doesnt help its security much. I would not buy this lock, you should buy the MTL Interactive instead. Part 2 will be a tutorial on how to pick this lock - its an easy lock to beat.")
![[169] First pick - Cei 385T](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JjjjhPUU-GU/mqdefault.jpg "[169] First pick - Cei 385T
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