[743] Graham Pulford’s “High-Security Mechanical Locks: An Encyclopedic Reference”

[@Pottff]

Damn that was easy to open

[@tom_something]

LOL!

[@MrAidanFrancis]

Honestly the fingerprint and PIN locks with unshielded magnetic actuators are even easier. The fact that it's easier to bypass those locks by attaching a magnet to the side of it than it is to flip a book open just goes to show how much of so-called security is theater.

[@kabongpope]

Illustration on page 1, photograph on 2...

[@hardcodedsoftware4212]

I have had this book for man years along with “American Genius- nineteenth century bank locks and time lock” they have been very helpful on jobs and will be in the future! I definitely recommend these books for everyone looking to become a locksmith

[@jamesg1367]

Looks like a real gem! I'm a great fan and advocate of such works. Anyone familiar with the Ashley Book of Knots would see a similarly encyclopedic and likewise indispensable reference. Now and then, someone with a lifetime of knowledge does us all the service of placing that knowledge in our hands in perpetuity through a well-presented volume like this. It's a gift to humanity.

[@Melds]

Quite a bit less expensive than ABOK, too! I'd like both for my workbench.

[@paulwolven8678]

If i could thumbs up twice i would. It's good learning from listening and watching ,but being led in the right direction for proper information from a teacher i respect is priceless. Thank you for ALL that you do Sir.

[@jackalovski1]

And everyone on amazon doubles the price of this book over night

[@razinhailsharp]

Still cheaper than Ebay. Amazon cheapest is around $80 right now, Ebay is $120.

[@skygh]

I have mine and it is invaluable for what I do. Like many things in the world of locksmithing it is expensive but worth every penny if you are serious about being a locksmith or are deeply into lock sport. I was delighted to see this encyclopedia reviewed here!

[@WolfJustWolf]

i've had this book for years and love it.

[@Pyrolock]

I could not agree more with LPL -- This is an absolutely FANTASTIC Book and one that really got me started in LockSport

[@Kit_Bear]

The best book I've read is "A treatise on fire and thief-proof depositories, and locks and keys" by George Price (1856), you can download it from Google Books. It offers a massive insight into the history of locks as well as the "Great Lock Controversy".

[@Ms2mark]

“If you already have a solid background in nondestructive entry methods” Very VERY Lawyer’ly spoken words, in fact every single syllable I’d say.

[@davidmohr4530]

Watch your videos regularly. While you were flipping thru the book, I saw the page (about 2:38) showing the Winfield 7 wafer lock. I picked one up at a local antique mall. Very different, and beyond my current skill level. Strange what you see when you aren't look for it. Thank you.

[@daledugstad8221]

thank you for reminding me that I have this on the shelf, maybe I should pick it up every now and then.

[@kman1759]

Looks like a cool book. I'm trying to read a locksmithing textbook myself, but I find that there are a number of places where specific lock terminology goes right over my head

[@beeeeb2651]

Oh yes, your book review was great and perfect timing-thanks! I have spent maybe $125 on not so helpful books. Looks like this book has it all and is what I need-graduate level, not the elementary. Thanks LPL!

[@NoctisMotus]

Great book. Proudly sitting on the shelf here with some others. Worth every cent.

[@richardgibson6548]

Interested in hearing what other titles you own..

[@NoctisMotus]

Locks, Safes and Security Vol i (Tobias, Thomas) Locks, Safes and Security Vol II (Tobias, Thomas) Open in Thirty Seconds (Tobias, Bluzmanis) Impressioning (Diederichsen) Art of Manipulation (Kentz, Lenton) Practical Lock Picking (Ollam) Keys to the Kingdom (Ollam) .... list goes on a bit. We're lucky to live in a time where so much is available to us..

[@lockpickinglawyer]

What did you think of Open in 30 Seconds? It was a massive disappointment to me... no technical information. I wish I didn’t spend the money. As for LS&S... I’d buy it if they would sell me the full version. I’m not spending that sort of cash on the abridged non-government version!

[@NoctisMotus]

It was fine for me at the time as I didn't have much in the way of prior information, utter noob that I was. While it may not spell everything out, there is still enough information provided for a motivated individual to figure some things out. If obtained at the right price, I still believe LSS to be worthy, however, I do understand your preference for LSS+ or LSS++ (parts of which may be found online).

[@gungadinn]

Looks like $80 well spent. I have 20-25 specification/parts sheets for old Sargent and Greenleaf combination, and Medeco locks on one of my computers. Reference materials like your law books are the starting place for knowledge.

[@curthatt6461]

Looks like a very cool and interesting book. I love technical design layouts and pictures beside them to tie it all together. Nice job.

[@RAkers-tu1ey]

Thank You! Great reference! More like this please.

[@jeffmoss26]

awesome book!

[@AlbertLebel]

Fantastic. While it is a bit expensive for me, I will try to purchase one when I can. Thank you for sharing this

[@danielroglich3309]

Great video brother thanks for the tip. Loons like a great book,going to pick one up asap!

[@mynock250]

Purchased it based on your review.

[@Andrew_Erickson]

It's on my lockpicking "altar" right next to a set of 8 of Raimundo's Bogotas :D

[@huxleypig69]

Great book. Nice bloke too. Hampton is not to lace this man's boots.

[@s0men00bb]

Going to get this one. I'd like to get this one printed , tho , I use more electronic ones. :)

[@BL-yj2wp]

Certainly an interesting book. However for that kind of money (sure, it‘s rare and special wich increases the price) I would expect a higher quality color print on silk finish paper.

[@Chopwoodcarrywater]

Thumbs up for books!

[@tonyholt90]

Hmmm that is a lot of money ! Would probably want to read some of it first before deciding !

[@dragade101]

Kind of a bummer this isnt sold as a PDF. I'd love to see those diagrams scaled up and ideally be a 3D model that you can manipulate to better understand the complexity of a given lock.

[@QuietStormX]

Nice Reference....

[@nomadbynature8811]

Just in time for my morning coffee.

[@danieljonesjones8047]

More knowledge . He was far better off having an accumulated broad base of knowledge . I THANKYOU for contributing too my fund of knowledge ,thanking you fine sir . Most sincerely Daniel Jones .

[@karozagorus]

Which lock do you recommend for a bitcoin user? Euro type if possible.

[@williamwallacebootstrap710]

Iam remodeling the entire exterior of my house siding windows doors everything can you recommend really good locks for my doors deadbolts and door handles both are there really good ones to buy or I don’t know if I’m better off buying some solid locks and having the locks themselves or lock cores or whatever you call them switched out. I would much appreciate the feed back.I am using commercial type steel doors with steel frames and security storm doors with the tempered glass and Metal bars and deadbolts on both. By the way I love this channel wealth on knowledge After the second or third episode I went and ordered a pick set and the practice lock and a few other locks as well. thank you keep on picking.

[@dennyskerb4992]

Eighty bucks for a book? I'm waiting for the movie! 😜

[@pyro9973]

Look up lib Genesis. Be free now.

[@FCarraro1]

Dear LPL, would you discourage a very novice picker from buying this book? Thanks.

[@dragade101]

A company is printing magnets. Very robust, complex and can be miniaturized magnets (think rare earth, meets '3D printer', plus you get to choose polarity). If this technology is accessible enough, I think there will be a new bread of unpickable locks. Unlikely these can or will bind unless you have all of the magnetic pins set to the right floating height. I wont say any more but think patent pending.

[@Pyrolock]

Yes, this is the "buzz" for the next generation of High Security Locks by all the "quality" lock manufacturers (i.e., perhaps NOT Master)

[@cezary8222]

hi, what about books for beginners? Which books would you recommend?

[@NomadUniverse]

You are kidding me...I was doing random searches on amazon and ebay yesterday at work under "locksmith", quiet day in the shop, I think I cut about 8 keys all day :/ Anyway, This was teh first book in the list and I was surprised at the price. Come to think of it, I think I was on lockwiki looking at a TuBAR lock and a link to this very book was one of the references on the article. Anyhow, quite the coincidence. I suppose I better watch your vid now :D

[@GarthGoldberg]

How about taking a look at safes?

[@ronreuwer5265]

Lpl got a odd ball for you. Hitch safe. H S 7000 key vault. Fits into your tow reciever it's on Amazon

[@lmars5933]

May be able to down load .I will try .thanks for sharing. 😎

[@DonzLockz]

I have seen it but never knew if it was any good. Where's our discount voucher? :/ 🍺😎

[@julianwisser6790]

80-100$ which isnt cheap... *cries in med-student*

[@marvindebot3264]

$100 is not a lot for a reference book. You lot should see what a chef spends on cookbooks for example.

[@kevinmorrice]

anyone know where to get this for less than 100 gbp

[@dlevi67]

£62 good enough for you? From a British seller? www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=22469614053&searchurl=kn%3Dlocks%26sortby%3D17%26an%3Dgraham%2Bpulford&cm_sp=snippet-_-srp1-_-title1

[@bird718]

what is a book?

[@chadoftoons]

A bundle of thin compressed and bleached wood/plant pieces held together by a binding made of a differen material - they generally are printed on with ink to contain information. The information is static and only be written over due to the nature of how ink is applied in books. They are generally written for a specific purpose to teach people or hold historic events or made up events.

[@niagra898]

bird718 It’s when you’ve been placed under arrest,eg: “Book em Dan’o..”

[@cardiffpicker1]

It's one of those things you hid a porn mag in when you were younger

[@bird718]

i think i seen them in those old museums called libraries?

[@chaddentandt9868]

@@chadoftoons Nice one !!😁

[@seanappleby3986]

you should write BOOK......

[@roy123456789ish]

Can anything beat the angle grinder help me

[@richardgibson6548]

Surely you mean demno grinder?

[@mushygirlsiniran]

no one dislikes lock-picking

[@josuelservin2409]

What about lock makers?

[@maherjrad7951]

I hope in the 1000s vidéo we can see your face

[@sandymoonstone855]

🍎™ 📷👌

[@C...G...]

:-)

[@tetsubo57]

888th like!

[@fracturedhearts3734]

We are all Alex Jones