![[32] J1 J2 Curve Key Lock (Picked!) @TheLockman28](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t-TFkrUK-a8/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded March 2015 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
This interesting lock's security feature is a curved keyway to make the insertion of tools difficult (Kind of similar to the HYT Chain key).
However the curve of this lock is not drastic enough to prevent some modified tools from doing to job!
In this video I discuss the lock's design as well as show you how to use a modified tool to pick it open!
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This interesting lock's security feature is a curved keyway to make the insertion of tools difficult (Kind of similar to the HYT Chain key).
However the curve of this lock is not drastic enough to prevent some modified tools from doing to job!
In this video I discuss the lock's design as well as show you how to use a modified tool to pick it open!
E-Bay Store (full collection):
ebay.com/usr/fifth_season
E-Mail:
Lockman@Lockman28.com
Facebook:
facebook.com/Lockman28
![[32] J1 J2 Curve Key Lock (Picked!)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t-TFkrUK-a8/mqdefault.jpg "[32] J1 J2 Curve Key Lock (Picked!)
This interesting locks security feature is a curved keyway to make the insertion of tools difficult (Kind of similar to the HYT Chain key).
However the curve of this lock is not drastic enough to prevent some modified tools from doing to job!
In this video I discuss the locks design as well as show you how to use a modified tool to pick it open!
E-Bay Store (full collection):
http://www.ebay.com/usr/fifth_season
E-Mail:
Lockman@Lockman28.com
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Lockman28")
![[25] Vintage Golden Mean Deadbolt! (Earliest version of the MAXIS lock)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tNOjObyIZlw/mqdefault.jpg "[25] Vintage Golden Mean Deadbolt! (Earliest version of the MAXIS lock)
I was very lucky to be able to acquire some vintage Golden Mean Deadbolt sets completely unused and still in their original packaging!
It is an example of the very earliest design of the lock that would eventually be known as the Maxis Lock.
In this video I demo the lock and discuss the difference between the this early design and the Maxis Lock.
A great piece for collectors!!
Pick one up while they are available!
Be sure to check out my E-bay store for a full selection of Awesome/Rare locks
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![[19] Golden Mean- Vintage Circular Keyway (Maxis) Padlock](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tcPw4IAbs94/mqdefault.jpg "[19] Golden Mean- Vintage Circular Keyway (Maxis) Padlock
I was finally able to find one of these locks!
It is at about 30 years old but is in great shape. It has a patented keyway and key design that is very unique looking. A great find!
Some of you may notice that the Maxis Lock was based on this design as this lock clearly pre-dates the Maxis.
I will be trying to find more of these, if you have interest you can let me know by e-mail or Facebook message. Also be sure to check out my E-bay store for a full selection of Awesome/Rare locks
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![[4] Taiwanese S.S.B Lock SPPd](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tf7T3Oam4NA/mqdefault.jpg "[4] Taiwanese S.S.B Lock SPPd
Not sure what S.S.B stands for~
Not too bad of a little lock with those shackle guards, but it can be SPPd of course!
A funky little lock that makes a good souvenir!")
![[59] Picking the Lily. 1st Generation Buddhist Themed Lock. (Viewer Request)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wBEtUctysxg/mqdefault.jpg "[59] Picking the Lily. 1st Generation Buddhist Themed Lock. (Viewer Request)
Here is a 1st Generation Buddhist themed Lily Water Padlock. It has the classic squared off swastika keyway and gold color keys.
I got several requests to show this lock again and pick it on camera so I decided to take it off the display cabinet and give it a go.
This is a longer video as the design requires a lot of going back and forth.
A beautiful, rare, and good lock! One of my favorites!
(Please note that in many parts of Asia [including Taiwan, where this lock is from] the swastika is a very respected religious symbol and has nothing to do with any political or war time symbols).
https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Swastika
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![[2] HYT Chain key Padlock](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wQhfTh_tcqc/mqdefault.jpg "[2] HYT Chain key Padlock
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A closer look at my HYT Chain key Padlock!")
![[15] Omni Card 21- Vintage Japanese Bike Lock!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wTJLXzAsBiA/mqdefault.jpg "[15] Omni Card 21- Vintage Japanese Bike Lock!
This very unique bike lock was made in Japan and is about 30 years old. It is in fantastic condition works perfectly!
This lock is fully mechanical operates by using a special punch-card key. In the 1980s this thing must have looked very cool and futuristic!
Very happy get my hands on one of these!
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![[27] JAPANESE LOCKS~ ALPHA A-Lock and SHOWA X-Key. DEMO and PICKING](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zSZrhkyYVpk/mqdefault.jpg "[27] JAPANESE LOCKS~ ALPHA A-Lock and SHOWA X-Key. DEMO and PICKING
Time Stamps:
Alpha A-Lock DEMO: 0:51
Alpha A-Lock PICKING: 2:25
Showa X-Key DEMO: 4:35
GYFG PICKING: 7:44
Showa OPENING: 10:49
In this video I Discuss, Demo, and Pick 2 Japanese Locks I recently acquired.
The Alpha Lock has a 6 wafer core and the Showa X-Key has a nice 8-pin dimple Core that resembles the KABA 8.
I also discuss the way I practice for picking difficult locks I am stuck on.
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