How to Open a Kwikset Smart Key Lock in 10 seconds | Mr. Locksmith™

[@NeverQuitTraining]

Dude sorry about the haters commenting! I found it interesting an while it could be misconstrued As a tutorial for theives, I appreciate knowing that it is so easy to pick when I am deciding which locks to protect my family with. Thank you for taking the time to do such videos!

[@True_Joker]

I like to do them as a puzzle but never have i ever picked a lock without the owners permission or were my locks. (I once opened the front door for a sheriff's deputy who lived on my block because her babysitter locked herself out with the kids inside. I made sure i heard her voice on the phone and recorded having permission and why

[@NewMessage]

"Hey! Who are you? How did you get in here?" "I'm a locksmith. And... I'm a locksmith."

[@richardellis8852]

I've been replacing doors and locks for over 35 years. I've never seen a burglar pick a lock. They just kick they door in. Strengthen your doors and frames at their weak points and any good lock will work just fine.

[@spencercable2694]

No? never seen a burglar pick a lock, walk in, disable phone lines and power, steal something from you, reconnected said phone lines and power and relock the door? how would you see that my friend? takes literally seconds to disable an alarm system and you have about 35-50 seconds to do it if you use an entry door. Just sayin.

[@51-FS]

I been braking in homes for over 35 years by picking locks... never neen cought

[@angileahbinford7147]

@@spencercable2694 what if you have an alarm with crash and smash protection like frontpoint. As soon as a door or window is breached its too late to destroy the sending unit. The signal has already been transmitted and the monitoring station is waiting on a second signal from the keypad to call off the alarm.

[@spencercable2694]

@@angileahbinford7147 well obviously with a system as "sophisticated" As that anybody with half a brain would just use a signal jammer(which can be bought legally, or even made with about 17$) before entering said residence, and continue as said before, you know why you only hear about loud, messy, obnoxious criminals? Because the ones that care about getting into wherever they are getting into PLAN for these things, I promise you the only time you will ever read about a professional thief is when they make a mistake, the media as well as the majority of police agencies do not like regular people knowing how often crimes go unsolved when they have absolutely no leads. Sorry to break it to you, but locks are for honest people, if somebody wants what you have they WILL take it.

[@joshuawhiteside3750]

@spencercable have you actually researched what it would take to reliably jam a cell phone signal from an alarm. It's wildly complicated and no one in thier right mind is going to go through all that trouble and spend all that money to posses a device that if caught with would result in massive fines and most likely jail time. Not when they can simply kick in a door, grab whatever's in site take off. You've apparently been watching way too many James bond movies, because in real life the situation you described never happens.

[@tysonbear]

What lock do you have on your house? What should I replace my smart key lock with? You are doing very inportant work. Thank You!

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Abloy Protec2 Deadbolt. Check my video on the Abloy

[@faradaymaxwell]

Does the force tool method still work on the newer smart keys /kwikset ???

[@joydevdas4865]

It really worked. Did all trick but at last forced one worked. Thank you

[@johnnyo1821]

I am a firefighter and come across locked doors regularly that we need to gain entry to quickly. This video has been extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@S.E.Locksmith]

It’s belong to the past. Now Kwikset reinforce their Smartkey so this method will probably not work but it’s still a cheap quality type of lock and I as a professional locksmith not recommend it but a real High Security Lock.

[@bigdog3204]

@Dark Justice what jerks they are. Smh .

[@davidhamilton1446]

Firefighter ain't got no time for the jibba jabba.

[@allmight9840]

@@davidhamilton1446 Bruh all firefighters have is time lol. Just stay in shape and its an EZ job.

[@eylinnunez7348]

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[@siamsnowman6357]

Just came across this video. HUGE Thank You! I had Kwikset on all my exterior doors and changed them because of this vulnerability. keep putting the TRUTH out there!

[@jakejones5736]

Yup. Probably changed them to locks that can be easily picked open.

[@nucllnncullns9926]

I'm pretty happy you posted this video... i was pretty close to changing my whole house with these locks... i'm glad i didnt.

[@kevingiovanelli8917]

I for one am glad to see this. I was thinking about getting one due to the convenience of being able to rekey quickly and being able to leverage that as a way of providing temporary keys. Based on what I just saw, I'll not be going with the SmartKey lines. Schlage stopped making the SecureKey lines, probably for the same reason. So no, he is not showing people how to break and enter. He is showing homeowners how to protect themselves by NOT buying insecure products. Now you know!

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

The tool used in the video is made by Major Manufacturing (KTT-4 Kwik Torque Tool). I use vice grips instead of the supplied handle.

[@slimeisland]

Where can you buy it my kids always loosing keys

[@ericerickson72]

kwikset updated their locks and the tool is no longer available. KW smart key is best to drill it.@@slimeisland

[@Dallasaffordablelocksmithllc]

Where we can found it??

[@Dannyboytista]

You are doing the public a service Mr. Locksmith. Don't let these hating locksmiths who probably charge people over $200 to change their smart key locks to a new key get you down. The only result of your video is that people will wise up to kwikset smart key and wise up to shady locksmiths.

[@davidikard]

Thankyou on behalf of every kwikset smarkey owner for showing thieves how to break into their houses. Good job, sir.

[@sailorgibbens3301]

Thrives kick in the door or break in This just helped me with my job 😂

[@roybdavid]

that is very nice that you as a professional that in-charge of customer safety and secure homes, teach people how to brake in to houses.... well done!!

[@madhousepatient9994]

Does this work the latest version of the smart key locks? If the entry is destructive that's OK with me. I just want immediate and obvious indication of forced entry.

[@justinh6376]

I understand exactly what you mean there's alot of people out there that are breaking into homes and leaving no signs of forced entry I would call them thieves but actually there much worse for lack of a better word let's just say private contractors and they are really the scum of society. For those who read this and get it then you are not alone. For the rest I would say wake up

[@brentpollock7292]

I know nothing is burglar proof but what do you recommend for keyed entry sets for security, THANKYOU.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Brent Pollock Abloy Protec 2, Medeco or Schlage Primus High Security Deadbolts.

[@carznart]

Thanks for giving everyone in the world the ability to defeat this lock.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

I have several of the Major bypass tools and I have not broken one. However, a few locksmith friends have broken the tool. The Major bypass tool in hardened steel and brittle. When opening the Smart Key locks apply steady turning pressure in the unlock direction. If you apply sideways pressure the tool may break.

[@dallasbearse4397]

Locks keep honest people honest that's it. Regardless of cost one swift kick and your in.

[@crispybacon7937]

Name 1 honest person you know that will steal from you if you leave your house unlocked. If they do, THEY AREN'T HONEST. If you don't care about your security, don't lock your door. If you do, buy a decent lock. Don't make excuses that make no sense.

[@j2cool2]

I have to replace a damage deadbolt on my travel trailer. I had initially purchased Kwikset brand. I was on here to see how to install a deadbolt. I am glad you put this warning demo vid up. Thank you. What brand would you recommend to be more secure?

[@tcphll]

Well, looks like I'll be changing the deadbolts on my house. Thank you so much for posting this.

[@markhughes5127]

Do you have the Kevo 2? That version apparently is affected

[@oldyellerschannel4676]

Lots of TROLLS crapping all over a guy trying to Educate the Public. I am shopping for a new front door latch set, and saw the "Smart Key" feature advertised. I wanted to know what it was. NOW I KNOW, NOT to buy one of these types of locks. So THANK YOU Mr. Locksmith for the Information. By the way, I know Firefighters who are trained to Pick Locks so they don't have to Break Down Doors. LOTS of Professions need to know this technique in their line of work. It's not like this information is NEW, or hard to get. Mr. Locksmith isn't exactly giving away State Secrets. AND...No one who is a already a Criminal is going to learn anything NEW from this Video. What do You think, some Law Abiding Citizen suddenly decides to become a Burglar because He saw some Video telling him how? Jesus! Get a Grip! Again, Thanks!

[@Nodus]

just stopped me from buying a kwikset 980, so it is doing some good.

[@snorman1911]

The general public doesn't realize it, but the bad guys *already* know about things like this. Same with computer security. You find a vulnerability, you let everyone know because the bad guys are already using it. Keeping it a secret only gives people a false sense of security. In the computer security business we call this "security through obscurity", and it is one of the worst kind to rely on.

[@ThePaleBlueDot94]

He also teaches you how to break into just about any lock set in all his other videos. So I don't agree with his channel. But like everybody else says. The front door is not the main entry port for most burglars.

[@dah4359]

Could have saved $35 on this lock.. Amazon and eBay sells a remote control deadbolt lock starting at $87 and comes with 4 remote controls and a connection cord in case u don't promptly replace your battery so u won't get locked out!!..👍

[@glitchsys]

I'm still ok with this lock in general though. It requires a non-standard tool to bypass its security. The other common locks out there can be opened using a standard lock picking kit or bump keys. I imagine the average person who wants to pick locks to gain entry into a home would carry "standard" tools with them, not something very specific to Kwikset Smartkey. All good though, I imagine somebody determined enough will find a way through most consumer grade locks. Only those crazy expensive ones that you usually can't pickup at the local Lowes or Home Depot, seem to be really good. I guess you get what you pay for? But it still seems like there should be a good decent consumer grade model you can pick up in most hardware stores that won't break the bank and is protected against most picking/bumping/forced-entry techniques. At least the Kwikset Smartkey is protected against the common techniques.

[@ibvocean]

In your opinion, Sir, which commercially available brand is the toughest to break or pick? Your video got me worried about my new Kwikset lock.

[@paulkeen5721]

+運動熱衷者 Go with Schlage regular or PRIMUS

[@ibvocean]

+Paul Keen thank you...I have a commercial grade Schlage deadbolt and electronic lock now.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

I strongly believe Professional locksmiths have a duty to warn their customers and the public that Weiser or Kwikset Smart Keys locks are extremely vulnerable to very simple bypass method(s) to open the lock. If you fail to do so, you may be held liable if they (your customers) suffer a loss based upon the bypass of these locks. Terry Whin-Yates (1-604-773-5625)

[@EaglesFan4NRA]

+Mr. Locksmith Why don't you come up with a way to protect the lock from being defeated? Arent your vids on how to defeat the locks really just part of the problem?

[@stevejobs8820]

+EaglesFan4NRA yes and why don't you stop world hunger while you're at it too

[@commetsoup]

security through obscurity is not an option

[@doctorlarry2273]

You have a duty to NOT show someone how to pick a lock and you are a weasel for selling the tool to do so.

[@milanese232]

+steve jobs hahahaha lol good point

[@paultalley6222]

This video is from NINE YEARS AGO. Kwikset has "beefed up" their Smart Key locks (several redesigns) since this video was first posted. I think Major Locksmith Supply had a T-handle force tool for this lock some years back, but had discontinued it, as it could no longer force these locks open... Certainly a flathead screwdriver/baby sledgehammer/vice grips will work on this lock---even now---but you can simply drill thru the face of the lock on both sides (in line with where the retention screws are), to pop it out...and not risk door damage (as you possibly would with the screwdriver/hammer/vice grips method)...

[@debrawalker2414]

This is just so sad people is able to just come into your house anytime they want to picking people locks 🔐 and nowadays people are showing people how to pick locks into people houses 🏘️ a damn shame people is not safe anymore no matter where we are in this life..in our homes you're not safe in the streets we're not safe 🙏 at the stores we're not safe just wonna know why would anybody be on KZbin showing people how to pick someone locks into there houses..one how to get into someone house..everybody is already in danger everyday as it is..just because people know how to pick people locks to there houses and even cars 🚗..don't mean you have to put it out here in this whole wide world on KZbin like this..let dangerous people figure 💩💩💩💩 out for themselves basically if you have a sick minded person wanting to kill someone well this is how you pick locks SMFUCKINHO..THIS WORLD 🌎 IS GETTING WORSE AND WORSER

[@cdsmit27]

@@debrawalker2414 buy a gun and learn how to use it.

[@DFWJon]

@@debrawalker2414 Well, unfortunately, if someone wants to break in your house they probably ain’t gonna pick the lock. A size 12 boot is a helluva lot faster than the best professional locksmith when it comes to gaining entry. And I can promise you that 99% of criminals that are breaking in houses are not better/faster at picking locks than professional locksmiths!!! So, if you really wanna stay safe then sure up your hinges and door frames!!! Also, a big dog. A big dog will work wonders!!!

[@parallel45]

Glad I saw this before installing. Just returned my Kwikset for a Schlage.

[@agalpalacio9157]

ive never liked the kwikset brand, always been a fan of Schlage

[@isaacsoderlund9677]

The Schlage B560 deadbolt, in my opinion, is one of the best "bang for your buck" deadbolts out there. Highly recommend it. Also, reinforcing your door jamb is a must if you want to slow someone down.

[@GAMESTERVISION]

I can pick one in 5 seconds

[@beachbums2008]

I can kick 1 in 2 seconds. 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@isaacsoderlund9677]

@GAMESTERVISION what keyway?

[@lataushanorrington5123]

Thank you so much for showing everybody how to get in our locks!

[@travelingsurfer]

Instead of complaining you should be thanking Mr. Locksmith. He just showed you how vulnerable your house and or rental properties are. Now you can upgrade to better hardware and be more comfortable knowing your locks are tenants and yourself are safer. Just make sure you research what you are upgrading to before spending any money.

[@beachbums2008]

That's why you should have homeowners insurance against theft on your home. If the renters want to get rental insurance That's up to the renters😅😅

[@TorchySmurf]

Are there any bump proof locks on the market that you would suggest as an alternative to Kwikset Smart Key locks?

[@jbombrobertson4765]

It says that the tool you used is not available right now. Do you know when it might be?? Or are there other sites I can buy them from?

[@LovinLyfeA2Z]

Great video! I was actually about to purchase one of these locks on Amazon and I saw a review with this youtube link. My question is which deadbolt/lock seT should I purchase for my front door? Does that tool work on every deadbolt or just Smart Key deadbolts?

[@dixonhills]

Ya that should be next video!

[@gtcam723]

There’s info here on KZbin.

[@ZammitChannel]

Great business, showing people how to defeat my lock and millions of others. You just educated someone to break into our houses in 10 seconds, thanks.

[@stevep7346]

He educated you that you have poor security. What you do with that information is up to you.

[@nasketballer48]

I’ve been trying to practice lock picking on this exact lock and I’ve gotten so frustrated only to learn that it’s not entirely me, it’s the tools i’ve been using to do it. Thank you

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

The Schlage B560 or B660 Deadbolt with the C123 Keyway is a great lock and very difficult to pick. If you want a "Pick Resistant" Schlage get the UL Rated "Primus" Deadbolt. (Schlage Primus is the lock on my house).

[@mikes1984]

Are the Grade 1 Weiser smartkey locks harder to pick/break?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

@@mikes1984 Difficult to pick but super easy to bypass. You can drill it open with a wood drill.

[@mikes1984]

@@24hrMrLocksmith What about in terms of general durability?

[@clayhopkins7230]

WOW, was thinking of getting one of these, now I will not...BUT I am impressed you show people how to break and enter. I know you are really trying to show people the flaws with this Lockset, but still. Any way the good news is you made up my mind on this lockset.

[@coolfactormac]

This is about exposing the irresponsible claims of lock makers, which is bad for consumers. This guy is doing consumers a public service. He's not forcing anybody to open their wallets, is he?

[@checkyoursix5623]

I like my array of "Smile - You're On Camera" signs, backed up by a number of HD cameras, plus trail cams, recording his every move. Coming up my driveway, they're usually slow, and a lot faster headin' for the road ...

[@Susan70003]

What trail can do you have that's reliable?

[@EdwardMann]

Very Educational

[@Biggles2498]

Mr Locksmith could we see the tool in detail please and where to order one ?

[@beachbums2008]

He was suppose to show his loyal subscribers how to make 1 in his video😢😢😢

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

I heard the same so I picked up a new Smart Key lock from the local Hardware store and defeated the lock with the "force tool" Note: no external signs of entry and the key still worked, however, the Smart Key function to rekey the lock was broken. Also, I a new 20 Floor apartment building has Smart Key deadbolts and I have used the "force tool" to open 3 condos where the customer had lost the keys. I will update if and when I find any changes.

[@johnt9320]

Well I guess breaking into my house is fairly simple, if someone really wants to. It's the breaking back out that's going to be the tough part. I have insurance if I'm not home and I have insurance if I am home, if you catch my meaning. Very nice video, thanks for the information.

[@limitlessworx5724]

Well I guess for the people that own these locks we greatly appreciate u helping the criminals how to get into our homes, thank u so much

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Now you know the security flaws and can make an educated decision.

[@limitlessworx5724]

@@24hrMrLocksmith but if you have already purchased for your entire home kinda left in a pickle, but now gotta worry cuz now criminals know they can buy tool to enter my home very quickly

[@SansAziza]

@@limitlessworx5724 If thieves want to get in, they're getting in. Don't forget driving through the wall is an option.

[@MrTtmich]

Thank you for alerting the public of how unsafe door locks can be! Lock manufactures apparently don't know how to improve their products, so they pretend that their products making house owners being safe. Now, we know most if not all door locks aren't break in proof! Should have additional security systems to deter the break in!

[@JuliusTucker-lg8hq]

What is the pick you use for the smart lock

[@curm1778]

Nothing wrong with a smartkey lock. Its vulnerable, just like regular locks. The trick isn't to thwart criminals, it's to deter them. Lights on over your front entryways. Motion detector lights over the back ones. A decent home alarm system. And, my personal favourite; Rottweilers. Pretty hard to pick a lock with those two barking their damn heads off. And kick the door in? Yeah. Try it.

[@danielgray5709]

My Armorax security system is compatible with this door lock and being able to lock and unlock doors from my phone has made my life so much easier!

[@sclm55]

Holy cow. Someone gained entry fast! And from the looks and functionality of their 'Smart' lock, the homeowner would be "None the WISER' their 'Weiser lock had easily been 'lobotomized' in less than a minute...THAT IS until they go in and find all their valuables have taken a permanent vacation. Makes for a vivid example to the meaning of 'false security'.

[@MindMisconception]

😂

[@championx1]

mr locksmith which brand and model are the current models you recommend? sure everything can be beaten....but what do u use on your home....what to do advise your family..?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Abloy Protec 2 Deadbolts. No known covert defeats. (lots of people trying but no success yet)

[@championx1]

what is price . above 300?

[@championx1]

Can't seem to find an authorized dealer yet. might have to call their customer service. I originally was looking at medeco or mul t lock ....what are your thoughts on them? Is medeco better than mult t lock? I thought mult t lock key was not as well built as medeco. I just read brochure and downloaded pdf's on the protec 2.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Hi, I just picked up a new Kwikset Smart Key deadbolt and the lock can still be defeated in seconds. No major redesign in my sample Smart Key lock. If Kwikset can send me a new version or tell me where I can buy I will re-evaluate it. Note: Kwikset reps have stated to me "no problem with smart key lock." So why the rumour of a redesign?

[@JG-zt2hs]

Thanks for the heads up. What kind of lock do you recommend?

[@brianmiller2102]

What is the ((best)) residential lock set that you would suggest?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Brian Miller Check our my video on the Abloy Protec 2 Deadbolt.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

To stay one step ahead of the burglars you have to upgrade your security. Thirty-five years ago you left your doors unlocked, years later you locked your door locks which had a key in the handle, then had to install 1/2 deadbolts, better doors, 1" deadbolts, door reinforcers, alarm systems, High Security Pick resistant locks, the list goes on.

[@louishefner3647]

Locks are made to keep honest people out only. If a thief wants in,they will find away

[@OscarHernandez-rj1dl]

Yeah, I can't find it to buy it. Where can I get it?

[@totalsecurity6433]

Great video to show how easy those locks can be defeated

[@lorriehost4436]

My lock has a key that just spins and the combo won't unlock it so I am looking for answers. If the key spins complete turns, Can you still use this to bump the lock?

[@kicksb4food]

Great video. Have Kwikset fixed this issue with their newer locks - like the 985s? Of is the smartkey functionality the real cause of the problem?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

+kicksb4food I purchase Smart Key Locks from the Local Hardware stores and test them monthly, all are still vulnerable.

[@DaveTheResurrector]

+Mr. Locksmith How do you reconcile your experience with others who say they've been improved? (And breaking a lock a month is eating into your budget, no?)Are the non-SmartKey Kwiksets (for example, an older 985 without SMT in the part number) more secure against easy attacks? Or are they just as bad only different?

[@mirkocrocop9860]

@Mr. Locksmith - it's now been 6 years since you posted this video. Has Kwikset improved in your opinion or is it still as bad?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Mirko Crocop Just going to test the newest version.

[@sprunkt]

@@24hrMrLocksmith Also interested!

[@Lawpsided]

I thought LPL said they fixed it?

[@RogerPack]

@@24hrMrLocksmith How'd it go?

[@GuyCEO]

Can you recommend a locking system that is hack proof?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

GuyCre8ive.com Sooner or later everything is hacked, however, Abloy Protec 2 Deadbolt set to Factory standards has not been picked yet :-)

[@SuperAmos15]

Nice ! This crumb is showing people how to break and enter. What a superb human being. He stands to profit by people not using these locksets.

[@jssamp4442]

If somebody wants to rob your house all they have to do is kick in the door or break a window. I don't think any potential housebreaker was just waiting for this video to begin his life of crime. And how does he profit from people using other locks? Did he short Spectrum stock? Your financial reasoning escapes me. but I just realized your comment was 7 years ago. Well I'll leave this up anyway for anyone else who thinks criminals are just waiting for this juicy tip.

[@gray314159]

Is this considered breaking and entering if damage is done to this lock? With the police it's a whole different ball game if damage is done to the burglarized place, ie the lock in this case. They won't do anything if stuff is stolen when it is deduced someone had to have picked the (old style) lock.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Mike Gray Any unlawful entry to a residence or business is a “break & enter.” Usually, insurance companies will not pay for any loss or damages if “no sign of entry.” However, if a forensic locksmith examines the lock they will see the Smart Key lock has been “forced.”

[@coreyh7323]

Don't waste your time trying to force one. Kwikset Smartkey has 5 generations of locks that have improved so this cannot be done anymore. I use to use this tool as a locksmith on these locks. it worked a number of times until I ran into one in 2014 that broke the tool. I bought another thinking my old one just wore out, but the tool snapped the first time. I noticed some threads on locksmith forums about other locksmith complaining. The lock suppliers stopped stocking them due to too many returns. So don't worry about the lock being compromised anymore, (unless you get an earlier generation one). What you should know is these locks are garbage. They fail. Not a matter of if but when. The lock will work fine but when you rekey it a "pin", but more like a "wafer" gets hung up preventing a key from turning, making the lock garbage.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

+Corey H My Dumb Key Force Tool still opens all Smart Key Deadbolts. I buy from local Hardware stores once a month and test.

[@spencercable2694]

mine as well, I actually made my own in 2015 and it hasn't faild yet, I literally just did this yesterday aftertoon to a BRAND NEW $700k home as the real estate agent left the keybox with the keys inside the garage 😂

[@aughstanley3573]

I am a Locksmith at Los Angeles , California. Would you do me a favor ? You open that Smart Key Way. You use what kinds of key is that Sir ? Can you teach Me...and Where you buy that Tool ? Thank You.

[@Marmite_Toast]

So what type of bolt lock do you recommend?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Schlage Primus

[@revans1166]

Matthew Melendy ASSA twin

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

R Evans ASSA Twin was a good lock. Difficult to pick and very durable.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Lots of very good locks but usually only from locksmiths or contract supply. Get real world pick resistant locks, Abloy, Primus, Mutilock, Medeco. Less money is a Schlage B660 deadbolt with the C123 or C129 keyway (harder to pick)

[@hardrock1826]

I have used the Bic Pen tops numerous times for different types of locks. Working in trades, the Gas Company had these locks they put on Gas Meters that could be hammered off. But they were very quickly and safely removed with a Bic Pen top.

[@stevel1475]

I came across a key broken in Weiser deadbolt, pretty deep. I tried picking the broken piece but no success. If I had this tool, will it still work if the broken key is in the cylinder 1/3 or half way? I am thinking it should.

[@CarlDietz]

After spending $1750 to put the most secure locks on all exterior doors, I learned that 75% of break-ins in my area are accomplished using a rock or other object laying around the yard to break a window and come on in. From there, they simply open the door and leave with the goods. Do you have any tips that make my locksmith investment as smart as a SmartKey?

[@real5609]

Hurricane 🌀 rated windows

[@Andrestepsky]

is the goji lock any better? i was just about to purchase one of these thanks god i found youre video... cheers..

[@TerryWysocki]

This is an old video. Kwikset replied to my query about it as follows: "All cylinders have 'by-pass' techniques (i.e. lock picking, lock bumping, drilling, etc.) - SmartKey is the most secure residential product on the market. The 'force' tool is only sold to licensed locksmiths and is manufactured with high strength heat treated tool grade steel; not typical materials that can be produced at home and even with this material the tool is prone to breaking during use. Kwikset has made improvements to components within the cylinder making it more resistant to this type of attack. We believe that the lock on the video had previously been compromised in some way. Our lengthy testing and experience with trying this tool on our SmartKey locks does not yield the same ease of opening as the video would have you believe. We do not believe it is a proper representation of our products."

[@skygh]

+Terry Wysocki Yup it's an old video but I'm a locksmith and smartkey is junk. They recombinate(lock you out) occasionally and there are other ways to open them than this forced method. As for most secure residential product on the market? Did you expect them to tell you otherwise? They've made millions of these they need to unload. Ask educated people who don't have a vested interest in selling them but must work with them and they will tell you they are junk. I can pick them open fairly rapidly but I won't be explaining how in this forum. There are enough problems associated with them. Only sold to locksmiths they said? A key blank cut properly and a screwdriver work as well. I'm calling BS.

[@sheepdog4656]

NOT TRUE! He sells the damn tool in the video description...

[@ovalwingnut]

I have a tool. But I fear it may be to long ;)

[@aliciayoung4348]

Terry Wysocki If This Is True of Your Product? Is There a Money Back Guarantee? Also Would Your Company Stand Behind This Product if Court Charges Was Filed Because a Criminal Actually Comprised Your Product and Gain Entry To Someone Residence? Please Respond. This is Only a Hypothetical Question.

[@zackworrell]

I know you posted this 2 yrs ago but the comment you made about the hardened tool steel is bogus. "high strength heat treated tool grade steel; not typical materials that can be produced at home". Thats total garbage. Tool steel can be found in simple engineer files or similar tools (wrenches, drill bits, hammers, saw blades, etc.) then forged with a propane torch and hammer, quenched with olive oil, and tempered in an toaster oven to the desired rockwell hardness. maybe not shaped into the tool your talking about without a mill, but the materials are readily available in nearly most homes. Hardened "tool steels like 1095,1085, D2, 52100, A1, and other high carbon steels are found everywhere in our homes, car parts, small engines and machinery,, guns, tools, door locks, lawn mower blades, kitchen knives, the list goes on. Anything that takes constant high wear and tear, holds a sharp edge , or is required to be used to shape other materials through cutting or blunt force like a hammer or chisel.

[@davebean2886]

I saw the post about having a strong door and frame, but what kind of lock would you recommend? Thanks.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Dave Bean Schlage B660 Deadbolt with a C123 or Primus High Security Cylinder or Abloy or Medeco High Security Deadbolt. Electronic Deadbolt: Schlage Sense Electronic Deadbolt.

[@tartgreenapple]

You can do the same thing with a flathead screwdriver and vice grip pliers.

[@NorthernLightss]

I don't suppose you will be coming to Alaska to give a class soon? Always worth a try. Thanks for another educational film. Bob

[@Scottl1111]

I love the haters. Their "ignorance is bliss" attitude is so hilarious. "Security" is a constant battle to stay ahead of the criminals, whether it relates to the internet or a lock on your door. Knowledge is power. When you purchase a new product to replace an older one, you expect the new product to be better than the old one. Back in the day, I'm sure opening a lock by brute force was easier than it is today. The manufacturers have spent a lot of time designing features to prevent brute force attacks, things even a mischievous teenager is capable of doing. Once manufacturers felt like they had achieved a level of brute force prevention, they started focusing on anti-picking features that only a professional criminal or a locksmith would be capable of doing, thus increasing the level of expertise that is required to defeat the security. So if a manufacturer takes 2 steps backward, and you are paying more but getting less, wouldn't you want to know about it? If you want to be truly secure, you have to educate yourself to at least "know that criminals know how to do something", even if you don't know how to actually do it yourself. But when you see how easy it is, warning alarms should be going off in your head because you were not aware of how vulnerable you actually are and have been. And regarding the selling of a rudimentary tool to prove the concept, your professional criminal can fashion a device like this in no time at all, anonymously. Nonetheless, it's still a bad idea to actually sell such a device without validating credentials, though it's probably already available on eBay from dozens of sellers. This is just like the internet. In case you guys missed Matthew Conley's comment from 2 years ago entitled "Your mind will be blown when you learn about Pen Testing." "Pen Testing" is short for penetration testing where a web site hacks it's own site, or hires someone to do it. The goal of the procedure is to assess whether all the bugs and loopholes, that hackers already know about, have been fixed. So to accomplish this, the web site owner needs to "think like a hacker". And likewise, if you want your property to be truly secure, you need to "think like a criminal" or hire someone to do this for you. So this might involve a little self-education. Thanks Mr. Locksmith!!! BTW, does anyone have one of those remote key fobs for your car?

[@jetjazz05]

+Scottl1111 Half right, but still flawed thinking. If a man can make it a man can break it. You can make thermite and eat through a foot thick steel wall if you really want to, so in the end no thief is going to be kept out. You can have the best lock in the world, but guess what? If I have a baseball bat I'll smash your window out! Unless you have bars on your window then not much will stop me from getting inside. Ram the door down, sneak through an upstairs window maybe, enter through the basement if the lock is old, there's a dozen ways to skin a cat. I'd say the biggest thing you need to acknowledge is that if someone wants in your house they're going to get it. Even if you live in a gated community with patrols, have motion sensor alarms and alarms tied to the windows and doors that can be powered when the power is cut plus batter proof doors and specially fortified walls it's not hard to get into a home at all... I don't know about everyone else, but I don't have an extra 500,000 spending on turning my house into a mini White House. Speaking of the White House, remember when that guy just walked into the party and wasn't on the guest list? Yeah... not even a million dollars worth of security can stop somebody if they want in.

[@Scottl1111]

+Jesse Crandle You are correct, there is nothing that you can do to prevent someone from entering a property if they are determined, except maybe a deterrent to make them weight the risk versus consequences/lack of reward. But the point of a door lock is to make it difficult for the less hardened criminal, from entering (with only a screw driver and wrench).

[@Tuulos]

Physical pen testing is probably my favourite.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

The hardened steel is fragile if you attempt to bend it. New methods is to using a broken key blank or just insert a wire or paper clip. "Millions of Kwikset Smartkey Locks Vulnerable to Hacking, Say Researchers" published in August 2013 issue of Wired Magazine

[@BrianMDPhD]

Thank you for posting this video, I was just about to go out and buy several of these locks!

[@novicgoer891]

It does the job. Excellent product.

[@markhughes5127]

Have you tried the new kwikset kevo yet? I want to know if the issue still exists

[@nilpo19]

Yes it does. There is also a video of that one.

[@coolcutta]

where's the video? Been looking for it

[@LAfoodies]

Is the Grade 1 Kwikset locks just as easy to defeat?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Yes

[@Vanguardcredit]

Make an updated video with the new smarkey locks!!

[@bobrosen1916]

Is the regular Kwikset 660 the old style pin and tumbler deadbolt you're referring to that still takes some skill to open? Thanks in advance for taking the time to reply to this...

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

On the CNet website: can-you-really-crack-the-kwikset-kevo/: "the weaknesses of the SmartKey deadbolt are well known throughout his trade (locksmiths) , new Kevo (Smart Key deadbolt) installed in our test door, ... Chris forced the deadbolt open in about 30 seconds, and did it without causing any visible damage to the front of the lock."

[@TRUMPSUCKSBIGTIME]

Will be shopping for a German Shepard tomorrow 🦮

[@600miles]

Steaks bypass dogs

[@mediosinformativosdelsuryn6134]

comprate un cerebro

[@kenberscheit480]

do you have access to mosler 10 # 2 and #3 wheels,plus the backplate???

[@BardhokNdoji]

You scared Locksmith? Maybe you should. Because smart locks are the future. Adapt, or fail like Blackberry

[@scamhunterpa6284]

The locks suck like your comment.

[@JW-xj1yf]

Bardhok Ndoji the point being, they are not, at the PRESENT, very good. Let other people suffer through the BETA period. People like you.

[@ESPNsPeacockbassProfessor]

what do you think of the Baldwin prestige series door locks thanks in advance

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Paulpro PP In the past Baldwin was ok but now I wouldn't recommend a Baldwin lock. Most of Baldwins are now Smart Key.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

New methods is to using a broken key blank or just insert a wire or paper clip. "Millions of Kwikset Smartkey Locks Vulnerable to Hacking, Say Researchers" published in August 2013 issue of Wired Magazine

[@YaronRosen]

hi, one question please, is this trick apply their product called SmartCode Deadbolt with Home Connect?

[@kimsingh7471]

For those of us attempting to better secure our homes you just showed them how to break into our houses. Thanks. >:( keep this stuff in a private class.

[@modernwar2ghostrp]

Shut up Karen. Learn to update your locks.

[@seanstewart285]

Oh Karen.

[@jamesmorales710]

What brand do you recommend ?

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

James Morales I have a few videos on my favourite locks. Electronic: Schlage Sense (custom upgrade High Security Primus cylinder). Mechanical High Security deadbolt: Abloy, Medeco, Schlage Primus. Note: No Kwikset products on my list :-)

[@GerardPinzone]

Actual part showing how to open the lock in 10 seconds starts at 1:54. You're welcome

[@adamg574]

Wow, these types of deadbolts are still on the market, did they ever make any modifications to fix this?

[@Loup_Solitaire007]

I'd like to understand why the Dumb Key Force Tool can only pick smart locks and not regular locks. Thanks.

[@livingdaystodaze6201]

Jean-Francois Bessette I know this is a 3 year old dead comment but on off chance noone ever gave you an answer or others are curious here's my thoughts on why. It's because "Smart locks" don't use solid driver and key pins like a normal lock, so they are alot weaker to a brute force attack. These locks are "rekey-able" on the fly without replacing any internal components. In a simplified explanation of how they use thin wafers instead of solid pins so you can turn the cylinder 90 degrees insert a shim into the second slot next to the keyway remove the shim and old key insert new key and flip 180 degrees the other direction to set the new bidding. The reason these locks are so susceptible to this type of attack is that ability to be rekeyed without swapping internal parts requires them to have 6+ shear lines per pin. A normal off the shelf "dumb lock" has 1 shear line per pin because they use solid brass or steel pins. This brute force attack torques the cylinder, forcing the wafers apart creating invalid shear lines allowing it to spin causing some internal damage to the wafers but not little to no evident external signs it was bypassed and without causing the lock to break entirely. A decent "dumb lock" can also be defeated by brute force but requires much more effort because of the force needed to either break the pins or lock body. When that happens the lock will be completely trashed internally either frozen open or can be operated with anything that will fit in the keyway. With noticeable damage to the outside

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

Schlage B660 deadbolt with the C123 or Primus Keyway

[@MairinGoBragh]

Okay, so a few points. First, ANY lock can be defeated. I'm something of a crypto-nerd, and a fundamental rule of encryption is that if there's a way to decrypt it, there's a way to get around it. The point of encryption (and locks) is to make the product stronger than what is necessary to brute force the system. This is the core of PGP encryption-it would take far longer to exploit weaknesses than to just brute force it, and brute force would take months to years, even with supercomputers. Anyway, there are ALWAYS tradeoffs. In physical locks, these are security, cost, and ease of use. For their part, all Kwikset locks meet ANSI/BHMA 156.2 Grade 3 or better standards. Most meet Grade 2 or better, and many of their deadbolts meet Grade 1. I should also note that there have been an intervening four years since the publishing of this video; lock manufacturers are always improving their products. It's probable that these concerns have been addressed to the best of Kwikset's ability or the limits of physics. Finally, the tool used in this video is a specialized one for locksmithing. It is a violation of federal law to sell one of these to anyone who is not a manufacturer of locks, a bonafide locksmith, a bonafide repossessor, or LE/Military. "Hobbyists" are actually a legal gray area. That said, if making things illegal makes the problem go away, we should just make B&E illegal. If someone REALLY wants in to my place, I don't live in a bunker; all they have to do is break a window. However, Wisconsin is a Castle state: If I'm home when they get in (and I'm usually home unless at work/school/whatever), they'll be greeted with a face full of 9mm or 12-gauge, depending on how long it takes to get in. I'm just saying that this is a bit of a false comparison. This is breaking the lock, aka "destructive entry." I'm willing to bet that works on just about any lock with the appropriate application of force. And as far as insurance claims go, I'd be sure to make sure that someone checks the lock tumblers if there's no outward sign of forced entry, irrespective of what type of lock it is. Again, no lock is 100% secure, particularly when one no longer cares about covert entry.

[@MairinGoBragh]

ADDITIONALLY, we have not seen the innards of the lock. It is entirely possible that the pins are missing, or some are missing, or the sidebar has been filed down. A lock will still turn given any number of these and other scenarios. There's no proof that this lock wasn't jimmied before the recording of the video. But hey, let's just take your word. I don't need to see the wafers, the sidebar, and that it's not been set to learn a new key. Until all of those things are addressed, all this video proves is that you've done this to a lock of unknown functional state.

[@Esketh19]

You remind me of my friend comparing encryption to locks. Just curious do you yourself lock pick? Where I live lock picking tools are entirely legal for anyone to buy and nobody has guns to defend themselves so home invasions are a little more concerning for us. I suppose any lock will fail with enough force but I would much rather have a high quality lock that somebody needed to drill for 15 minutes with expensive drill bits that someone being able to torque it open in 5 seconds with a wrench.

[@shaynewilliams4482]

well now i can't see any scenario in which you'd be any type of safe, cause if you're in an apartment building let's say the windows are several floors up there will probably be a fire escape, if for some reason there is no fire escape let's say you have a hotel or resort type lay out, you'll probably all be using same type of door handle keycard setup that can just be bypassed with and under the door tool. IF you live in a house, you've got a garage, you've got windows, possibly a balcony, all kinds of ways in. So even if someone can't pick the lock on your front door, or bump it, assuming there's no windows part of the door, and the door is reinforced and can't be kicked in, then you can still be breached a number of different ways. Now assuming you've got reinforced doors, no windows, yatty yatty yata you can stll have a random wall cut through or blown open if you have things that valuable. Also, it would be good to mention that even if you had no windows, and reinforced doors, you yourself would probably be looking at a fire hazard and the house would not be up to code, so unless you've got a bunker like the guy said, if you're not home, it's fair game. And don't depend to heavily on your security system either.

[@asymsolutions]

Yes any lock can be picked, but that's not what matters most, you depending on area, populace and active/passive security, a very good lock can be all you need to prevent any theft from happening. For example, a Abloy Deadlock on both of my doors would require someone to either get a copy of my key, several weeks of attempts to get the keyrings coordinated accurately, or to use brute physical entry. Being in a townhouse in a community with active security who knows me and less than a mile from a police station, this means someone would have maybe 3-5 minutes at most to physically break in, find what to steal and GTFO. That's IF my neighbors, some of which are gun owners and one who's a bit over zealous about making sure nothing bad happens to anyone, doesn't show up first.

[@shaynewilliams4482]

that's a very good point, sometimes it's not the impossibility, it's the impracticality. A lot of the time the answer is just pack some c4, or some nitroglycerin in your pocket, or blow through something with force, or your foot, or a hammer, or a drill, but how reasonable an option is that? What really sucks is when the only way in is to drill the lock, but there's too many people around, in cases like that you'd have a more likely chance to capture the home owner prior to the event and force him to either give you the keys or open the door for you, which is what they used to do to rob banks a reallllyyyyy long time ago before there were timed vaults and stuff. So unless he can defeat your lock in less then 5 minutes, or pickpocket you prior to the event then he's ass out

[@lhowe1331]

Scary...I'll be heading out TODAY to purchase three new deadbolts. Someone on Craigslist can get a "great deal" on my old set of matching Kwiksets. Thank you for the valuable information!!

[@OnThe23rd]

Have they resolved/addressed this issue yet?

[@christopherlawler3033]

Apparently in another video that someone else had published... Kwikset/Weiser did redesign their sidebar mechanism on their SmartKey system... although the same sloppy manufacturing tolerances and limited (6-depth increments per key-cut) still remains, along with the same, open/unrestricted basic key-way profile or section... Still a mediocre product. There's much better options out there when it comes to protecting your assets.

[@aheyrnfalco2345]

This is unbelievable, how is this video still up. I'll be filing a complaint to KZbin immediately after seeing this! This is the equivalent to making a video on how to make a bomb.

[@24hrMrLocksmith]

safepethaven: "What are we supposed to do instead if the "smart locks" are easily pickable with a tool that can be had for the price online" Lots of very good locks but usually only from locksmiths or contract supply. Get real world pick resistant locks, Abloy, Primus, Mutilock, Medeco. Less money is a Schlage B660 deadbolt with the C123 or C129 keyway (harder to pick)

[@tabithabasye2440]

Thank you, which can be rekeyed by me? I have no experience but I don’t want to change my keys. Whole house (4 doors) on the same key & several users.

[@gregorycorley7096]

How do I buy that tool? Do you have a link. I work for a property management company with hundreds of houses and they use nothing but the smart key lock. Unfortunately we have people that abandon the house and evictions constantly and I’m drilling them out which is a pain. Do I need some kind of certain license or any special credentials to buy a tool like this?

[@jerrybowden4821]

Great video that is telling the truth and showing the weakness of these particular locks, but any lock can be opened without a key by someone. Then there is the fact that most criminals are going to bust the glass out and reach in or kick the door open, so how does the lock being bypassed really matter? The truth is locks are for honest people and criminals are going to be criminals and find a way to break in. I guess to be honest if a locksmith was any good he would actually build a lock that couldn't be picked or bypassed in some way, right? You can put 20 locks on your door that even Superman couldn't pick or bypass, but you can't stop a guy from breaking the glass on the door or going to a window and getting in. The real solution isn't a better door lock it is a combination of things such as security alarms, good solid door frames, good locks, video security, try to live in a good neighborhood, and don't just leave your real valuables laying around even in your house. Have a blessed day.

[@asnormal1362]

Yes, prevention is your best tool to avoid a burglary. A good lock part of that. The description of this lock (the version/s available at the time this video was made) & its vunerabilities are the point of his video. Reliable info helps you decide which lock is best for your prevention plan.

[@debrawalker2414]

ThankYou for saying all this because you are so right..I guess the only thing that will stop them 🤷 if they wonna come in on you is to have KAK

[@sausagegabbagoochi1959]

I just became a locksmith maybe two months ago and I’ve been having trouble with those how do I get that tool and how do I make that tool sir??

[@LevCallahan]

I locked myself outside my apartment once and had a locksmith come over. He "couldn't" pick it due to its being this type of smart lock, and used a hammer and chisel to crack open the lock and open it from the inside. Said that was the "only way". Charged me over $200. Thanks to your video, now I know he scammed me (or was just, perhaps, an ignorant locksmith) and will look out for scammers like him in the future.

[@debrawalker2414]

Well you know we have these kinda people's in this world 🌎 to

[@PotHat]

Depends on which generation it was. If it's the 3rd generation deadbolt and he doesn't have a certain $400 tool, it may very well be one of the only ways as far as I know so far.