(1091) Challenge: Jason's (NOT!) Medeco

[@freetacos1176]

i love your videos. i've been picking locks for only about a month now and if it wasn't for your channel, i probably would have been satisfied knowing i can pick the couple of padlocks i had laying around and the front and back door, but after watching your videos i've realized the level of skill that can be achieved. i've recently moved on from picking my master no 140 & 150, and have began to practice with a master no. 570, and i picked up a challenge lock on ebay as well. keep the videos coming and i'll keep watching. thanks.

[@tjn2647]

Have you found The Lock Picking Lawyer? Bill is good, but LPL makes picking look easy.

[@CGoody564]

@@tjn2647 deviant ollam is a hidden gem if you like penetration testing as well

[@CGoody564]

Ive only been doing it for a week using paper clip tools (lol) but I ordered that little folding handheld 7 in 1 pick set and an abus 55/40 padlock. Hopefully getting the Sparrow Monstrum XXL set + SSDev hooks for Christmas; will never need another tool for pin/tumblers until something breaks. Also trying to order the 7 pin adversary lock from learnlockpicking if I'm able to. Being able to replace them with security pins it comes with would be very nice; that's why I am leaning towards that over the Sparrow revolver, cutout, or progressive locks From there, I can get dimple picks later on, and so on. Sparrow seems like a decent company. I'd love to order a bunch of Peterson stuff, but alas I probably couldn't afford a replacement if something broke (which WILL happen) let alone buying it initially lol

[@tjn2647]

I have been checking out some of his vids as well. It is interesting how easy getting into some places can be, if you just know a few tricks.

[@CGoody564]

@@tjn2647 he's the one that got me started. Was watching defcon for programming and such, saw a physical security talk he gave, and proceeded to binge on a ton of his talks. He mentioned bosnianbill, And from him I found lockpicking lawyer. But yes, physical penetration of "secure" areas is such an interesting topic in of itself. Some resilience and a little research/know-how can get you a long way. With that said, legality should always be taken in to consideration. It's all fun and games until you end up shackled facing jail time and possible fines for damage.

[@kirkdecker6228]

Wow, that really was psychological warfare...I literally jumped from my seat when you defeated it! As Darth Vader would say "Impressive".

[@grosstravis]

I like your humility. You are the man Bill. I work on a tugboat so I have to keep my eyes forward so I pick "blind"mostly. I've re pinned up the locks on my house but the check pins mess with me. I'm sure that my locks on the house won't be picked thanks to you and lock picking lawyer. You guys are tricky. Thanks

[@bosnianbill]

Thanks for letting me know! Also, it sounds like you have one of the coolest jobs on the planet. Fresh air, constantly changing scenery, and no office walls. I am envious!

[@roncalabrese305]

loving the craft behind some of the pins that are showing up lately . pretty awesome.!!!

[@AngryHatter]

I especially appreciate your commentary. I learn so much just from hearing your explaining what you are encountering.

[@2lefThumbs]

One of these days I hope I'll know which pin I'm struggling with (so far if it's number one I know, otherwise I know it's near the front or the back) - it's nice to see you and LPL calling them out all the way through:) I'm glad you used the only socially acceptable way to unwrap a mummy key in this video (the gentler variants are crazy). Love the joy you show when you crack one of these challenges - keep it up:)

[@mynock250]

A sheep in wolfs clothing.

[@ITpanda]

Haven't missed a video since I found your channel, keep up the good work. Currently saving for my first pick set after making my own didn't go so well (lack of tools ( only have wet stone and jig saw)(two hours to make a pick from stainless steel wiper blade supports, and they break easy)).

[@randyc718]

Nathan L ive tried forging them out of hew keys, and they are somewhat sturdy

[@freetacos1176]

if this is your first set, try some cheap ones off ebay. i got mine for about 12 bucks (see link below). it even came with a transparent padlock that is great for beginners but you'll quickly master it. i wouldn't worry a whole lot about pick quality for a first set. i think you'll learn more by spending your money on different locks rather than an expensive pick set. but i'm new to this as well, so i could be wrong. good luck. www.ebay.com/itm/12pcs-Key-Pick-Training-Set-Clear-Practice-Padlock-Tools-Locks-Kit-Key-Guides-/352048654794

[@robertclark3258]

Nathan L -- Check out Bill's recent review of a $29 pick set from "Master The Lock". I ordered one and found it to be very nice ... not perfect, of course, but definitely not junk.

[@ITpanda]

+Robert Clark Yeah by the time I saw the video and made it home to order those the sale had ended. Would have loved this set! I'll make some more picks and keep practicing with those until I can afford to buy some. That challenge lock in the video sure is sweet too. Edit: Checked again this time through link on locklabs site and it shows up as 29.99. PayPal credit and eat some ramen noodles for a while to pay for it (90 day no interest or fees). $10 S/H Another Edit: Nevermind PayPal cancelled payment, oh well! I'll stick to the ramen and I'll get it when I can.

[@ITpanda]

Robert Clark plus side of my situation is by the time I can afford to buy a set, I will have trained myself to be lite handed with my tools. So maybe not really even a bad thing. I can single pen pick 5-12 (+/- 4) locks before they break.

[@watthederp]

I dont know shit about picking and have learned a good bit from this channel, though its still something I watch even though I really dont know shit.

[@nmccw3245]

Same here. These lock sport boys have really opened my eyes. My new Assa Abloy locksets are on their way. :)

[@frank9240]

if it takes as long as you did to pick that , i'm sold on medico locks..THX BILL

[@adamwest8711]

That looked like it was gonna gut itself. Lotta slop but some gnarly pins in that one.

[@seanvv7598]

YEAH MONNN!!!! hahahaha i was picking while watching this and laughed so hard i dropped my favorite tension wrench in the blackhole of my couch hahaha i almost had it open!!!!! lol

[@lostandfound1004]

hysterical medeco pinning! gold picking as usually mon!@!

[@RoeLunatic4ever]

oeh Nice lock!...nice pick allso Bill!

[@AlbertLebel]

I have single picked every lock I have now, EXCEPT the two Medeco's. I just can't seem to get them figured out YET!!! They drive me crazy.

[@plankhill]

Pleasant surprise hehehe... Makes one feel better to pick a Medeco, thats not a medeco hahah

[@paulsolfelt8452]

I would of left the missing pin side bar intact and put the medeco, pin in backwards good luck trying to line that up!

[@jamesstrain7062]

paul solfelt then the key wouldn’t work, which is one of the “challenge lock” conditions or rules.

[@chrismason6903]

I have never picked a medeco. I haven't even held one yet. I have got lots of locks in trades but no Medecos yet .

[@natetencate9013]

love your videos. you sound kind of sound like Dennis Hopper.

[@stanburton6224]

Stupid question, what size and tpi thread is typically used for either threading the bible, or for plugs?

[@blindbrailleable]

When you get a false set is that then a pin you have to go back to after you've picked others? I have a medeco...well 2 of them ive been working on. I can't just cut them out of their housings so i cant use a normal yension wrench either. The lock itself is set back a few inches so im using a custom tensioner ive made from a small flathead. So im not getting great feedback. These are factory locks the owner lost the key to. Same key for both. So im wondering what the bitting looks like. If you respond to this ill email you the lock model number maybe you have some input. Every time i watch one of your videos i learn something new. Hoenstly youre part of the reason i was able to continue from hobbiest to regestered locksmith. So thank you for the great videos and thanks for any info. I have a brinks, my first lock i ever picked that wasnt a master lol. But anyway pin 3 is a false set. I set it, deep, pick the other 4 and then come back to 3, ease off the tension on the cylinder and bam. It sets and pops open. One of my favorites. Anyway am i correct in thinking this is how a false set operates? Or do u get the false set and that pin is done? I didnt think it was like that. Also...cathair? Did you FEEL that in there?! Im still amazed by ur ability to so accuratly feel how many pins are in a lock and if they are angled every time. Im usually lucky to guess the amount of pins 1 out of 3 times.

[@schizzlschnitzl]

ja mann!

[@macnutz4206]

Yah mon. that was good and surprisingly fast. Edit: Now I have seen the end and discovered it is a false flag attack, not a Medeco. :):)

[@jannepitkanen9129]

9:08 theres the cat, again ^^. Nice video Bill, as usuall... You should really think eBooks, damn that nice and soft voice you got.

[@TheProgan]

stay away from my garage please lol

[@theavidpicker2721]

Good job Mr. Johnson! Lol

[@bucketsAMF]

How do you _not_ have a set of snap ring pliers yet?

[@dsloop3907]

he has a set, it's just that he likes to use whatever is close at hand. He also has a tool for removing the clip rings, but does not use it either. Lock picking lawyer use's the correct tool every time, and never has any wounds on his left hand.

[@rebelpride1653]

Someone needs to send in snap ring pliers so I don't have to cringe every time he pulls one of these apart

[@dsloop3907]

he has a set, it's just that he likes to use whatever is close at hand. He also has a tool for removing the clip rings, but does not use it either. Lock picking lawyer use's the correct tool every time, and never has any wounds on his left hand.

[@bosnianbill]

ANY chucklehead can do things the RIGHT way. I'm a SPECIAL kind of chucklehead.

[@jamesfair9751]

Bosnianbill that’s right you tell them bill. A little blood just adds to the story lmao.

[@michaeloosthuizen2383]

Only in 1080p? :-(

[@nathana9790]

Yea no shit, some of us have to pay for data by the bit and mostly watch youtube in 144 or 240. I love me some bosnianbill, but I'm skipping this one.

[@ConiferGrower]

It may or may not be the case here, but KZbin takes time to build out all of the video qualities, and sometimes makes completed ones available before all of the renders are complete. If you want to watch at a lower quality, check back in a day or two to see if it is available.

[@tallman11282]

Nathan A The lower qualities are available now. I have a few options for quality, the lowest being 144.

[@positronundervolt4799]

They're taking their sweet time; 17+ hours later & I'm still only getting the 1080 version. I couldn't watch this last night on my old netbook; too stuttery. I can handle it now on my desktop, but having no option at all is kinda strange...

[@DjResR]

Same 23 hours later. Some bug in some servers maybe._

[@dotsllc]

hay I have a big medco padlock I never toughed it you want to try the picking

[@AngryHatter]

AKs...too much recoil. I have to aim 3 feet below the target.

[@Sicsicka]

wow!

[@frankdoemen]

I love me a medeco,,sparrows short hook

[@balorth]

not?

[@never0101]

He basically made it easier than a stock lock by getting rid of the sidebar and most of the pins that turn.

[@Steel-Pinnings]

Chris Knibbs I believe it would have been an epic lock if he would have ground off the sidebar channels in the non medeco pinned chambers. But left the sidebar active with the 2 medeco pins left. If not they are effectively a standard pin. (no threads, spools, etc) But this gives me a great idea! !

[@RuneInternational]

pin 4 doesn't allign with the key inserted, but pin 1 could have been active

[@Hey-Its-Tech]

KZbin please get your sh*t together. Upload hours ago And only 144p?!

[@NigelTolley]

Genius. The lock designer built a really secure lock, then the amateur re-keyer Jason completely ruined the security of the system - no rotations, no sidebar... What a waste. Not even 6 pins!

[@My2CentsWorth1]

You'd think that you would have bought some retainer ring pliers by now.

[@charlesklein7232]

why medeco? i pay alot of money for my locks. what have i ever done to you.

[@JEMHull-gf9el]

HmmMMMMMM

[@barringtonpedleyjr8788]

they say it's hard to pick a Medeco lock

[@michaelking3327]

i am unable to watch this because it is in 1080p, and my monitor can do at best 720p, but because of my slow internet, it is stopping and starting, making it totally unwatchable

[@dsloop3907]

Use google, a download is available to fix that.

[@michaelking3327]

not for xp

[@andrewwallace7919]

Completely modified. Absolute garbage. Nearly every security feature is rigged or removed.