EDC Lock Picks - Should you carry one?

Lock picks may be a controversial EDC item, but in my opinion it is an important part on my gear. And lock picking is a great skill to have in both survival situations and every day situations. Let me know what you think about them.
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[@anthonyjarrad141]

Most criminals today kick in doors or break windows, the days of sophisticated cat buglery are gone 😂

[@FittoSurvive]

Very true...

[@Video_Fiend]

to be true a very small percentage of break-ins involving locks actually use lock picks and when they do they never use single pin picking. they usually use jigglers or rakes. whatever method is easiest.

[@Video_Fiend]

When I said rakes I meant combs but yeah

[@FittoSurvive]

@@Video_Fiend Agreed.

[@canadafree2087]

The same with emergency personnel. It is the letter agencies that are more likely to pick a lot.

[@lutherschoen4012]

Because of your videos I just ordered my first Compact SAK with every intention of doing a full build on it. Thank you!

[@FittoSurvive]

Awesome! I am sure that you will enjoy the project.

[@lutherschoen4012]

Oh I also just put a Havalon scalpel blade in place of my surge large blade. I work in a diesel shop and it’ll be nice to have a replaceable blade that’s super sharp and thin 🫨

[@FittoSurvive]

@@lutherschoen4012 Nice! I'm sure that was a great project!

[@merky6004]

I bought the see through lock and picking tools combo. The beginner’s kit. Racks, picks, tensioners, I worked on that same padlock for four days. Never opened it. (Keys worked though). Kit had two other see through (door?) locks. I was able to open those. Returned the set. Still can not figure what was the problem. Was the cylinder binding? The pins never did the lock above the shear zone, just fell back. Did they send me an un-pickable lock ? Accidentally designed an Uber-lock?

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting problem to have. Without seeing the lock and couldn't say what might have been wrong with it. If the pins were not fixing in place, maybe you weren't getting enough tension?

[@csipawpaw7921]

The shank is called a bypass tool. It bypasses the lock and manipulates the locking bar. It will not work on many locks because they have protection against bypass tools.

[@laurenarndt464]

You hit the talking points, lockpicking is a life skill. You never know when you may need it. I like that Southord pick pen. It would be nice if the tip actually contained a pen that worked, just to give it more magic. Everyone is making these EDC pick knifes. I would never want to single pin pick a lock with such an uncomfortable mass in my hand. The pen is an old school idea.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks for the support! I appreciate it.

[@Exane22]

Great video with demonstrations! Not a bad tool and skill set to have! What pouch was that, that you are using?

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I appreciate it. That pouch is the Maxpedition CAP. amzn.to/3LDPFqt

[@punisherpr]

Covert Instruments have a nice set called the Covert Companion which basically is a keysmart with a bunch of bypass tools and picks with possible expansions for like tension wrenches, dimple rakes etc. It’d be nice to see your take on a custom version of the companion

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks, I'll have to look into that.

[@lililililililili8667]

The selection of bypass tools in the covert companion is nice but using the actual picks on the covert companion is not nice. If you care more about the actual picks get a SWICK. I have the little bogota pair from covert instruments they fit in my wallet and damn near open everything I stick them into.

[@SK-cc2gw]

I got a covert companion with the riv pick and tensioner add ons and they work surprisingly well. I agree that the regular picks on it are cumbersome, but the removable tensioner and picks are actually really handy. I took mine to my local bike coop and was able to pick/rake/bypass 8 locks in about half an hour. That said, it is a very expensive set up for what it is and likely isn't for everyone.

[@lililililililili8667]

@@SK-cc2gw Ya the riv pick seems to address the issue. I bet it feels just as good as the standard Genesis picks.

[@dreadswizzard9142]

Always have mine on me.

[@pepelemoko01]

Include a plastic lock shim for door jams, an idea I got from the TheNotSoCivilEngr video 24. Also great for a hotel doors without slamming it behind you.

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting idea for sure! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@pepelemoko01]

@@FittoSurvive A hairpin or bobby pin is great for handcuffs too.

[@frankiejdwm_edc1037]

I see you like Sparrows they just released the Escort, well it was supposed to start shipping today, so far moved to 23rd. I'm waiting on mine. Its supposed to be a true EDC folding knife style pick set.

[@FittoSurvive]

I'll definitely have to check that out.

[@szacsesz]

as someone who just had to drill out a lock because of losing the key, I can definitely say that it's worth having one around

[@FittoSurvive]

Yeah, exactly.

[@elobiretv]

I would still want to carry a tensioner with those two lockpicks. Sometimes it can be handy to rake a lock and then single pin pick the pins that don't get set by the rake and you cant do that if your other lockpick is being used as the tensioner.

[@FittoSurvive]

Yeah, I get what you mean. 👍🏻

[@miklospinter]

Very interesting! Have you ever had a tool break into the lock? I would be afraid to practice with these on front doors etc. because I would be worried that the tools break and get stuck, then I have ruined the lock I guess.

[@FittoSurvive]

Fortunately, I have not had that happen. 😂

[@pepelemoko01]

@@FittoSurvive Never pick your own door locks and never pick a lock that doesn't belong to you.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@pepelemoko01 Definitely should use practice locks. 👍🏻

[@pepelemoko01]

@@FittoSurvive you want to practice on clear locks, or second-hand locks in a vice first . Aldi must have made a fortune selling their vice to locksporters.

[@canadafree2087]

Rule #2 and rule #1.@@pepelemoko01

[@RidingKG]

Wow, you make it look easy

[@FittoSurvive]

😅 Thanks

[@charlesmckinney]

I carry a set in my back pocket constantly. I use a Sparrows set that i assembled from individual picks and turning tools (tensioners). I hate those damn short picks. They just dont give good feedback.

[@FittoSurvive]

The short picks are not nearly as convenient, but the size makes it fit in lots of more compact kits.

[@silkroad1201]

Criminal at your door: "Ope! We've got a nice set on pin 5! Little binding on pin 2..." Other criminal: "Hurry up man! There's cameras"

[@hopeloudon6371]

Can you recommend practice locks?

[@FittoSurvive]

This is what I would recommend. www.lockpickworld.com/products/clear-lock-picking-practice-padlock

[@MrNpc81]

If the shank were to break would it mean disassembling the SAK to replace it? Do you think it would be possible to adapt a scalpel holder to hold lock picks?

[@FittoSurvive]

Yes, that is correct. Interesting idea to place the picks on the scalpel holder. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@canadafree2087]

Better than that is to get one of those hunting knives that are basically folding scalpel. Your doctor scalpel holder is not a bad idea, but at that point it would be better to just buy a pick set with metal handles.

[@jacobg7966]

I carry a set but only because Ive been obsessed with lock picking and it feels cool to keep my tools on me lol

[@FittoSurvive]

It really is a great hobby.

[@arrianyveswheeler8151]

What knife is that? Thank you.

[@FittoSurvive]

This is a custom Swiss Army Knife that I built.

[@k13pt0]

What model of SAK is that?

[@FittoSurvive]

It is basically a Spartan but I changed the original large blade out for the lock pi k.

[@FrankTranDesign]

The number of times I've had to Bobby Pin my way through a lock pick randomly... smh. Legit though, it works. Also I've been searching for a good lock pick set--one with at least a comfortable handle. The last one I used was an all metal one with a longer handle, but it was so uncomfortable it started to cut into my fingers :(. Still, I appreciate the variety you're showing here

[@FittoSurvive]

I completely understand what you mean by needing a longer comfortable handle. 😂👍🏻

[@FrankTranDesign]

@@FittoSurvive There used to be more affordable kits -- a lot of the ones I'm seeing now are like >$50. The last one I had (from 10+ years ago) was ~$20... :(

[@FittoSurvive]

@@FrankTranDesign Yeah, I think it is because they have become more of a novelty item.

[@SebastianDiPalmaVampyre]

I am a licensed locksmith in NYC. A license is required in the 5 boroughs of the City. You should know the laws where you live. It is a felony possession of burglary tools in NYC if you are not a licensed locksmith. Just FYI!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks for the information! 👍🏻👍🏻 It is important to know your local laws.

[@ALPHA.Mods.1]

excellent idea

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you!

[@brandonm6117]

I carry some in my wallet, use them at least 3-4 times a month. My work needs a cabinet unlocked, someone got locked in a bathroom, starting the golf kart so I don’t have to waist time and go get the key lol. But yeah they get a lot of use and I like having them everyday on me (just one tension and 2 or 3 small custom picks)

[@brianb4164]

when your old mom forgets what keys go to what padlocks on the seed lock boxes.. then yes... this skill is handy ( ps dont let the church folks know.)... you aint calling a locksmith in a rural town.

[@FittoSurvive]

😅👍🏻 Hmmm... Maybe I should have left that story out. LOL

[@canadafree2087]

Buy everyone Master brand locks 140 and 150, then just use a comb pick. It is the universal key for all 140s/150s. 140 is 4 pin, 150 is 5 pin.

[@ironwoodsman7168]

No it's a very useful skill I got locked on top of a roof for 6 hrs and that's when I started lock picking. I'm by no means great but I'm good enough to get off of a roof if I need to. To answer the question why I was on the roof. I was on there smoking and when the last guy left he removed the block door closed.

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

Carry the covert companion with the turning tool expansion pack and you are good for edc.

[@FittoSurvive]

Yeah. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@barryrudnick4450]

Irmler has a nice video using SAK tools to pick locks

[@FittoSurvive]

I saw that. It was really interesting.

[@neoaliphant]

Thanks for headsup, good video

[@rainsnowflake4664]

Skill I'm working on

[@FittoSurvive]

Nice! Keep at it. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ALCOHOLES04]

Deberia venderlo en Amazon Es mas facil ya que soy de mexico Gracias saludos

[@FittoSurvive]

Unfortunately, none of these are on Amazon at the moment.

[@88jetster]

Admit the real reason. In a SHTF moment and you’re on move, it would be helpful to enter an abandoned building for security.

[@FittoSurvive]

Absolutely! 😉👍🏻

[@siegfriedpueschel9581]

What is EDC?

[@FittoSurvive]

It's an acronym for every day carry.

[@canadafree2087]

Know your local laws before you carry. Even in places where picks are legal to own, they may be illegal to carry. Some laws are written as such that to carry picks (and related tools) is proof that you had intent to B&E, even if you really had no intent. This is only likely to come up if you get stopped for drunk driving, running a red light, arrested for a bar fight, or entering a government building and forgetting you had the picks in your wallet. Basically obey the laws, and also don't do stupid things that will make LEOs take an interest in you.

[@FittoSurvive]

Absolutely. You have to know your local laws.

[@cameronrich2536]

You pick French style. I think that's the term for upside down at least

[@FittoSurvive]

LOL Never heard that before. 😅

[@TheMartinChronicles]

Yeah, European door locks have the pins coming up from the bottom rather than the top, like American style locks. With a padlock, it's just whatever works, I guess.

[@ssu7653]

People wonder why you carry a lockpick set, when 90% of EDC on youtube include guns. More likely to benefit from picking a lock than shooting someone (not counting shtf, but getting off the street is still advisable to a firefight)

[@FittoSurvive]

Very good point! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@alfonsedente9679]

Soooo ya forgot to take your keys, but remembered yer lockpick set? Sus

[@FittoSurvive]

Yep, something like that. 😅 Usually, it's not me forgetting my keys. It's my Grandma or some other relative.

[@Joinordie718]

Sure why not

[@FittoSurvive]

😁👍🏻

[@2371Anita]

It is illigal to carry in the Netherlands

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@seductive_Octopus]

Lock Picks ... I don't think necessarily but for sure a Waterkey or how you call them. These Square Key's. 🤫 They opened more then one Mobile Toilet for me and saved my Ass 😂 ... or better Pants

[@FittoSurvive]

LOL I know what you are talking about. 😅👍🏻

[@HeAD-CRuMBs]

99% of all burglaries are brute force attacks. They have no clue how to pick locks which is why lock pick sets are usually legal unless you're caught doing something illegal like breaking & entering while in possession of one. That said, bump keys are usually illegal in most places. Don't carry bump keys if you not sure about your state laws. ...and yes, you should carry a lock pick set in your EDC but I suggest you really learn how to use it. Attacking a clear practice lock is really not learning. It's too basic. It can teach you some fundamentals but that's it. You need real World lock experience or it's really worthless to carry. Buy some different kinds of lock mechanisms and PRACTICE. ✌️

[@FittoSurvive]

That is correct. The clear practice lock was to demonstrate how each lock pick works in the video. 👍🏻👍🏻😁

[@toddlofthouse8383]

Should push down on the shackle not pull with the knife

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. 👍🏻😁

[@RayoBeatz]

sneaking 100

[@FittoSurvive]

😁👍🏻👍🏻

[@Q_mehr]

❌🔳🔷️⭕⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️🔴🔷️🔳❌ Hello dear teacher Here in Iran, due to religious rules that are very dry and similar to the Middle Ages in Europe, it is forbidden to sell such tools to people. Is it possible for you to send me one or two sets of these tools by post, and of course I will pay the costs before that. pay you? As one of your fans, would you do me such a favor?🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

Lockpicking skills and tools could be one of the most important tools for survival in an urban environment if SHTF

[@FittoSurvive]

You are right.

[@5hif7yx86]

"only criminals carry lock pics" - says man carrying gun lol

[@FittoSurvive]

LOL Good point. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@NoahLee-g9r]

Well..if those people says carrying a "lock-pick" tool looks like or only a criminal carries, that makes thoes "hard-working/honest" locksmiths a criminal?? Man.. those who can even thought of this, ya'll better get your head checked out. I mean really check.. this is also a SURVIVOR'S KIT ya'll kookoo head.. i mean i myself would have this as a EMERGENCY TOOL KIT. because i uesd to lost my house keys alot.. but sadly, where i am, only "certified locksmiths" that have a valid licence showing that he's a "licence locksmiths" i guess our gov wanna make sure that only licence locksmiths knows how to pick your lock. Thank you for sharing this video anyway. 🫡👍 peace..

[@FittoSurvive]

Well said! Yeah, several countries have laws limiting the use of lockpicks.