(1554) Review: Lishi Pick for American AM3, AM5 & AM7

[@RedTractor.]

Thanks for the tip on tensioning, I was struggling but holding it the way you described helped me figure this tool out. Thanks!

[@patrickf.4966]

Im still new to lockpicking, that pick totally provided a great visual aid

[@KenJones1961]

Yes, I was about to say the same thing.

[@Stigstigster]

@@KenJones1961 And likewise. That gave a very good visual representation of how you move a pick inside the lock. I think it is a good teaching aid as well as a good picking tool.

[@Kocobabii]

@@KenJones1961 up we is Cdz redid

[@-dystopic-]

That was really interesting from a beginner’s point of view. Having the cut markings at the back there & being able to operate it with your finger tip gives a really cool perspective of how you’re moving your pick & what’s going on inside the lock while you’re picking, which isn’t so easy to see with standard pin tumbler picks. Thanks Bill!

[@Snuggalorian.]

That is easily the coolest and most useful pick design ive seen in a minute

[@stratsteveo106]

I wouldn't use it for work, but something to play around with its pretty cool

[@michaellesniak2274]

What a great teaching tool for a novice to learn how security pins and pin depths work. Love the visual aid that's printed on it.

[@TheTkiller9999]

Bill... this was really excellent Video.. but I really would have loved seeing you creating and testing a new key for the lock.

[@r1christian308]

I know you channel is teaching me when I’m yelling 2! When you were bouncing back between 1 and 3. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos! Great explanations. Thumbs up to you sir

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

It would be interesting to see a key, cut to the specs the Lishi showed, open the lock.

[@brixiu5]

Please do this

[@bamascubaman]

They work like a champ. Use them almost daily.

[@tennesseelockpicking8803]

There's all kinds of videos of people decoding with the Lishi 2 in 1 pick and cutting keys on KZbin already.👍

[@AquaTech225]

It’s accurate. Least kwickset ones. I’ve rekeyed a lock a number of times knowing the pins in different orders testing how well it picks. But it decodes right on the money

[@HUGH_JHANIS]

Like how all the cases slide together

[@peteryork300]

I have been using these for years on vehicles and to help you may get better tension control by using the swing out arm as it’s designed for that and allows pressure to be adjusted really easily.

[@Sirenhound]

This is the most visual lockpicking video I've seen, they're always interesting though, it's nice to see some of what's going on.

[@ericoudammerveld424]

This video really gave me a very good idea on what you really "feel" when you're picking a lock and what happens when e.g. hitting a spool. Thanks!

[@macnutz4206]

Thanks for the very easy to follow demonstration. I see why people get excited about the Lishi now.

[@petermunro5048]

Love your videos Bill! With the lishi use your middle finger to adjust counter rotation and a it works like a treat! Great tools. I’m a locksmith sad sac that thinks these should be restricted because of ease of use. Taught my GF to open my front door in 5 minutes with this. Lovely tools! Locky from Australia Love your work.

[@Pyrolock]

Very nice demo showing fineness and delicacy needed to pick serrated and spool pins. Thank for sharing Mr. Bill...

[@martinturner5484]

Made it super easy to see what you were doing and the feedback you were getting.

[@jakemitsumura9560]

I like the design of that pick...you make it look so easy

[@FearTheWhite88]

These Lishi picks seem soo easy to use in your hands, Bill. I really want to get a hold of one eventually and give it a shot, but ~$100 is pretty steep! lol

[@ukulelefatman]

Their cheap on Chinese websites. Lazada dot com has them for twenty bucks. Banggood has one for $16.51

[@jannepitkanen9129]

Cheap and chinese... Quality ;)

[@iWhacko]

@@ukulelefatman Yeah I've seen these before aswell... haven't found this am5 on banggood though. www.banggood.com/search/2in1-lock-pick.html?from=nav

[@ukulelefatman]

@@jannepitkanen9129 They are the same manufacturer as in the video.

[@oldbatwit5102]

Think how much money you will make from stealing stuff.

[@clownrock9558]

I remembered seeing these somewhere but could never remember where, these would be great for learning your pick depth (I think). great video as always.

[@scottyfever9036]

Drawing entered... fingers crossed! Thanks Bill for a chance at this one, awesome tool and video!

[@timberwolftrid]

This video doubles as a fantastic guide for how one should attack an American Lock core.

[@Westhelockpicker]

I just got one of these and it's not as easy as it looks!!

[@mikeodell5915]

I love these tools

[@derekdaggy3704]

Life getting easier one day at a time.

[@danareed1656]

hi Bill hope you are well , i just got my first two lishi's and i noticed that the cases interlock with each other with the channels that are on the sides never seen anyone say anything about that i think it is cool

[@thomashounsome7737]

I've never seen one of those before, very educational and entertaining as usual! Thank you very much sir.

[@danareed1656]

oh and thank you ill try ur tips next time im trying my am5 so far im not having any luck getting it to work but i have gotten my m1/m2 to work !

[@God__Emperor_]

Awesome little tool

[@DAdamTrammell]

Great video! Miss you BB!

[@plug4uk696]

What a fascinating tool but the price tag.. Ouch! Nicely demonstrated BTW ;-)

[@gerardrichards8332]

These are great your Technic is different to mine but got the same end result

[@AThreeDogNight]

Nicely done Bill, thanks for sharing.

[@garreydove5054]

Would love Australian ones. Lockwood Gainsborough

[@billhenderson731]

Agree with TheNotSoCivilEng delicate tool, but well thought out in design and manufacture👍

[@8867348]

That was too cool!! I was doing pretty good with my lock picking when I was holding the locks in my hand, but when I started using the vice to hold the lock to simulate the lock being in a door, the picking got really difficult and I basically had to go back to just the regular pins and take out all of the security pins. So I keep practicing. Lol.

[@pyratemage]

Excellent review and tutorial, thanks!

[@tonyholt90]

That is a really good tool !

[@derekbroestler7687]

I don't pick a LOT of American padlocks (maybe one or two a year) but I just ordered this pick, based just on how easy the SC1 is to use. I picked up the SC1 Lishi a couple of months ago, I didn't think I'd use it except for the the F series levers with the top T pins (PITA)... The more I played with it though the more I love that tool... ESPECIALLY for the decoding without taking the lock apart. NOW if Lishi would only make an S22/LA (which should be easy enough from how it works) and picks for the Y1 and Y2 keyways (which might be too paracentric for the design, but a locksmith can hope, right?)

[@josephbradley1781]

You weren’t kidding in this thing being popular. I ordered on today and it’s already back ordered. Until when, I don’t know.

[@dexhummer1]

Hope to see some challenge locks soon.

[@two_tier_gary_rumain]

Bill, there's a serious problem with the Lishi picks for AM profiles. The top rail of the blade is too high and it lifts any #8 key pins. It also affects the #7 pins to some degree as well. See the BoredLockPicker's channel for a video where we worked this out.

[@joefreer]

You make it look so damn easy!

[@mahargkp]

Hi Bill...Hope your well...I'm from the UK and can't find out if they fit Yale locks fitted to most UK locks ...Do you have any Yale lock you could try the sc4 on...Finding it very difficult to find any info....Many thanks for your time sir...

[@OneOfDisease]

you running a CNC machine in the background?

[@nrowlett]

Hmmm interesting. so; I guess it looks like future Locksmiths will indeed have access to a set of, Lishi 2-in-1 Pick/Decoders for all the major keyways at this rate... Wonder what's next? 🤔

[@DoktorWeasel]

With the ease of action, I'm thinking something like this could well be used as the basis for a completely automated robo-picker. Just slide it in and turn on, and the robo-picker does all the work of tensioning and picking, with highly sensitive sensors detecting the feedback and making very precise movements. I suspect this is doable with current tech, but It would probably be too expensive currently, but within a few years the tech might become affordable enough to be practical.

[@mrfrenzy.]

Lishi will only ever be for the wide open keyways. Try drawing up a tool like this for a paracentric or wavey keyway and you will realize it cannot work.

[@brianfreland9065]

Aliexpress has these on sale right now for like 10-12 bucks. Shipping is 8 dollars and will take 30+ days to arrive but it's like an 80 dollar discount if you're ok with waiting. I bought like 6 different ones 🤣

[@lowellforbes3208]

Ready to win this one for sure !!!

[@عبدهزياد-خ9ص]

V. Strong Thank u

[@Thermalions]

Might be cheaper than the previous models as they believe they'll move more stock and/or have been able to reduce production costs with expanded production.

[@timhicks1118]

I never have seen a picture of you. I’ve always had a vision hearing your voice,but I never match up correctly. Just curious,love your videos.

[@ratatosk2515]

take a look at video nr 6

[@kevin.gadgeteastman7531]

I bought the sc4 but I am still having issue with it I guess it's just all practice is needed😁

[@stratsteveo106]

I heard my boss talking about these might get one and try it out. Decoding a lock without taking the time to impression or gut could save time. Never mind, after watching the whole video I don't want one lol.

[@AdViCro]

Hey, big fan from Germany here. Where do I know which Lichi tool is the right one if Im not in american style or car locks? :) There is no such thing as a product explaination what the difference between SC1 Schlage 5 Pin Lishi SC4 Schlage 6 Pin Lishi KW1 Kwikset 5 Pin Lishi AM5 America 5 Pin Padlock Lishi M1/MS2 Master 5 Pin Padlock Lishi exactly is as it seems to be almost all of them are for 5 pin locks? Cheers

[@4lifejeph]

This thing looks like it belongs in a video game.

[@sheriffsheriff8943]

this is very nice tools I,m new to learn lock smith thank you for show on you tub

[@sheriffsheriff8943]

sheriff [e-mail]

[@rrobert1994]

I just bought a lock pick on amazon... the picks broke on my lock. I looked on your website and it said don't buy buy off Amazon because they are cheap. You are 100% right. I have a quick question for my next set- what pick handle is good for feedback?

[@Plugh13]

Gravio KheZu Sparrow

[@yom73]

Sparrows 25 thousands standard picks. Great value for the money.

[@HSishi]

Those are neat pick tools. Are they also available for Abus and other common-in-Europe locks?

[@jonc4271]

Hello one and all. I live in the U.K., and I would like to know what model of these picks would work best for the most common house locks that are been used in the U.K. Bye for now. From Knobby

[@weesupersteve]

Lishi is awesome quality :)

[@lesrinehart933]

Will this Lishi work on the Eagle Pad locks out of Terryville Con.

[@danielhildebrand6892]

Hey Bill, do to have any absolute beginner videos on SPP?? I've muddled my way thru a few cheap Chinese locks, a Master #3 and a few others raking, even my front deadbolt. But I've got this older American 1400 series I believe that I cannot make open and I cannot seem to get the right tension to even attempt SPP.. also first pin is a serrated keypin. The big issue even trying to rake it open is it has an insane spring in it. I've made a few wiper tensioners but I'm guessing I need a good set of top of keyway tensioners if I want to keep attempting SPP.. any input to get me started is greatly appreciated.. it's just a hobby so I don't want to break the bank. Maybe one day I'll actually win one of your weekly kits. I am getting one of the practice keyways you always show off soon just need a good vise as well. Thanks for all the great videos!!

[@GGoffroad2]

Great vid

[@iggymac3473]

wow would i love to win this thanks bill

[@TreyCook21]

Was hoping you'd make a key with that info

[@gogapatsia4616]

I want to buy the LISHI tool for English lock exactly for LASSA, KALE, ABUS and like that from you or can you tell me please where can I buy it?

[@MS-wg4ty]

Great video, must say though, this pick is made by Mr Li a rival to lishi.

[@stephengrocott6938]

What are the Best lishilpicks for uk and European locks

[@TT3Dxyz]

The tool you showed is Original Lishi brand where as the thumbnail shows the "Genuine Lishi" brand. Original is still innovating new things like these pin tumbler picks while Genuine is a result of a falling out. It's a bit of a weird history.

[@novo1178]

Wow, that was awesome. Thanks, Bill!

[@Scythe0509]

Would any of these Lishi-picks work in european locks? We don't have or use Schlage, Kwikset etc

[@gerardrichards8332]

there is a kw1 out and sc1 they a brilliant

[@ianbritstone1085]

The european key ways are not as open. However dimple picks are available, but lishi has not made them. I use lishi picks exclusively on cars. Many times I have picked the lock, yes they are all springy why isn't it open... Oh yes I just need to turn it. Picking tension and turning tension are two different things when using these types of tool.

[@nomercy7161]

@@gerardrichards8332 And this ones work on European lock? Did you test it?

[@derekdemelo8059]

so you can use an am5 on schlage locks??? I bought the am5 and it won't fit into keyway for American lock 5200 military any advice?

[@madcapmagician6018]

deviant ollam did a review on these, but yours was more in depth and informative. =)

[@lockingpaul]

I think they are pretty expensive. Considering the tip will break within few first picks for new users. They should send it with some extras for that price

[@MrDLRu]

Have 3 repo's...They're well made. Only HACKS will break one.

[@bruth3659]

wow, nice. did you cut a key? did it work?

[@MartytheGent]

Did you have to sand and thin out the am5 for the 700 series American? Mine wouldn’t fit unless I did

[@idkidk4334]

Now I'm waiting for a medeco or a Primus tool lol

[@samarkless129]

What one would I need for UK lock's

[@miguelromero1]

Nice

[@roysammons2445]

Nice tool! It may help but you still need the skill to open the lock.

[@nereus2953]

Bossni genial. Cuánto cuesta?

[@vincentwashington1179]

Good afternoon I purchased a kwl tool and I can it to turn the lock but it won't open the door. What am I doing wrong. Vince

[@stevenlowel486]

Was that the right code? It would of been cool to see if that is right or close

[@darvindavis4491]

do you guys think the am5 lishi will fit master pucklock 6271

[@j.a.4360]

Awesome 👍

[@peteolvera2953]

Hi bill

[@ohnegative9526]

Would the SC4 or KW5 absolutely not work for this?

[@Robertjustice101]

Would this pick a 1964 lincoln continental ignition we lost the keys.

[@AFrosty01]

Inspiring yet again Bill. If I don't win the draw I will probably buy one, thanks for the link.

[@thefiascogarage3215]

When I first started picking locks, my friend handed me an American that he didn't know I already had a key for and said, "Bet you can't get this" and he went back to doing whatever he was doing in the shop. Straight up snuck that key out after about 30 seconds and handed it back to him open. He still thinks I am some bad ass lock picking savant, I still think I do ok, but after watching you and LPL.... Ha, I suck.

[@ainounabenchenoun8756]

Good pick. I am toufik from Algeria this tools for lishi or other marque it not disponible in my country. Can you teach my how To make this tools. i am very interested in sealing locks and i am a beginner and i do not hide lishi is very dear to me. Thankyou

[@Forensource]

I wonder how hard it would be to reverse engineer this so that it works with other keyways.

[@jacobnbr11]

Bill, I hope you don't give these things away to those without a license or bond. These lishi pick are pretty simple to use without any skill.

[@bernieg2433]

Bosnian Bill, the Bob Ross of locksmiths

[@ssmit80]

Is it possible to take the tensioning lever off an switch it to the other side for south paws?

[@kkistler1]

Yes. The tensioner can be removed with a small allen wrench that is provided with each pick. It is removable and can swing around the other direction.

[@Polite_Cat]

i imagine in a couple years another chinese factory will copy these and make a cheaper version of this tool. maybe not as precise but likely "good enough". $100 is likely way more then it costs to make that thing. i hope they enjoy the nice profit while they can.

[@davidloustalot458]

Hello or i can bought the te2?

[@MasterMindmars]

There are: 8^(6)=262144 combinations if this tool is right. With an electronic system the picking could be done much easily. To open the lock it could take 262144 × 0.01s = 2621.44 s = 43 min. Not very fast. I think the age of mechanical lock has ended.

[@mrfrenzy.]

There are much less combinations than that because of MACS. Two adjacent cuts cannot differ more than a certain amount or the key would look like a square wave. For example a 7 pin 7 depths lock has only 100 000 combinations. A good quality car lock has 10 000 combinations.

[@jamesrockford5145]

Hey Bill, went to your website for course info, it doesn't say how much for the course/ Is your course one module at a time?

[@jamesrockford5145]

@@peterandon3052 , great thanks.

[@David_11111]

is that your CNC running in the back ground ?

[@billingslocksmith]

Thank you for the information. #Billingslocksmth

[@qicpic007]

They say if it has a 8 cut depth don't pick it leave it