Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to pick locks with with the help of an American Lock mortise cylinder in this lockpicking demonstration.
Did you know that The American Lock company made mortise cylinders? I didn’t. They are most known for their padlocks, such as the A1100, 700, 5200 and others. While the padlocks that they produce offer good lock security with the inclusion of security key pins and security drivers, making them a favorite for locksport as a training tool, this mortise is pinned with standard pins.
This lock is not very difficult to pick, making it a great lock for beginners to start with or practice with. It also has the added benefit of not needing to be shimmed when disassembled, further increasing the beginner friendly nature of the lock.
If you are interested in learning how to pick locks, make sure to check out my playlist covering the basics of how to pick a lock, as well as other useful skills and info here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKAZpfazOuZPIziiSRKaeuiVeYB_xrOJt&si=1THeXEyShSLI2JQ7
If you are looking for other pickers to talk to or a community full of friendly people that will be happy to help you with any lock you are struggling with check out the LPU sub Reddit and discord here:
reddit.com/r/lockpicking/s/0d39KF2PeQ
discord.gg/lockpicking
And always remember: You matter, You’re important, and I’m glad you’re here.
IMPORTANT: do not pick a lock that you do not own or have the expressed permission of the owner to pick! Do not pick a lock that you use and rely on to function as it is intended. Check the legality of lock picking and locksport in your area and or region before starting your journey.
#lockpicking #howtopicklocks #learnlockpicking #howto #openlock #howtoopenalock
Learn how to pick locks with with the help of an American Lock mortise cylinder in this lockpicking demonstration.
Did you know that The American Lock company made mortise cylinders? I didn’t. They are most known for their padlocks, such as the A1100, 700, 5200 and others. While the padlocks that they produce offer good lock security with the inclusion of security key pins and security drivers, making them a favorite for locksport as a training tool, this mortise is pinned with standard pins.
This lock is not very difficult to pick, making it a great lock for beginners to start with or practice with. It also has the added benefit of not needing to be shimmed when disassembled, further increasing the beginner friendly nature of the lock.
If you are interested in learning how to pick locks, make sure to check out my playlist covering the basics of how to pick a lock, as well as other useful skills and info here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKAZpfazOuZPIziiSRKaeuiVeYB_xrOJt&si=1THeXEyShSLI2JQ7
If you are looking for other pickers to talk to or a community full of friendly people that will be happy to help you with any lock you are struggling with check out the LPU sub Reddit and discord here:
reddit.com/r/lockpicking/s/0d39KF2PeQ
discord.gg/lockpicking
And always remember: You matter, You’re important, and I’m glad you’re here.
IMPORTANT: do not pick a lock that you do not own or have the expressed permission of the owner to pick! Do not pick a lock that you use and rely on to function as it is intended. Check the legality of lock picking and locksport in your area and or region before starting your journey.
#lockpicking #howtopicklocks #learnlockpicking #howto #openlock #howtoopenalock
