Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Chateau 50mm lock opened for as a lockpicking demonstration.
This padlock was part of a bundle I recently bought. The bundle was 2 50mm padlocks, this one and another branded as a Public Storage lock. After picking them both, I am near certain that they contain the same core, an Abus 41.
The Abus 41 is a currently unranked lock in the LPU belt system, but I would place it as a yellow belt. The lock does contain spool pins and the Yale style keyway can pose a challenge to newer pickers. Overall it is a fun lock to pick and play with.
This lock does have some security flaws however. The lock is susceptible to shimming attacks, something that can be done with a soda can, so I wouldn’t want to use this in any higher security areas.
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
Chateau 50mm lock opened for as a lockpicking demonstration.
This padlock was part of a bundle I recently bought. The bundle was 2 50mm padlocks, this one and another branded as a Public Storage lock. After picking them both, I am near certain that they contain the same core, an Abus 41.
The Abus 41 is a currently unranked lock in the LPU belt system, but I would place it as a yellow belt. The lock does contain spool pins and the Yale style keyway can pose a challenge to newer pickers. Overall it is a fun lock to pick and play with.
This lock does have some security flaws however. The lock is susceptible to shimming attacks, something that can be done with a soda can, so I wouldn’t want to use this in any higher security areas.
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
