How to Pick a Tubular Lock (Basics)

I show how tubular pin tumbler locks work and how they can be opened using tubular lock picks and single pin picking. A tubular pin tumbler lock, also known as an ace lock, circle pin tumbler lock, or radial lock, is a variety of pin tumbler lock in which six to eight pins are arranged in a circular pattern, and the corresponding key is tubular or cylindrical in shape.
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Tubular locks are commonly seen on bicycle locks, computer locks, elevators, and a variety of coin-operated devices such as vending machines. Tubular pin tumbler locks are generally considered by the general public to be safer and more resistant to picking than standard locks. This is primarily because they are often seen on coin boxes for vending machines and coin-operated machines. However, the primary reason the locks are used in these applications is their lack of the depth requirement that most other locks require.
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This is an updated version of an older video with better audio, mistakes fixed and more information added.
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Such locks can be picked by a special tubular lock pick with a minimum of effort in very little time; it is also possible to defeat them by drilling with a hole-saw drill bit. Standard tubular-lock drill bit diameters are 0.375 in (9.5 mm) and 0.394 in (10.0 mm). To prevent drilling, many tubular locks have a middle pin made from hardened steel or contain a ball bearing in the middle pin.
While the process is simple and can be mastered with practice, lockpicking requires a great deal of patience. It can be a hobby as well as a practical skill. Locksmiths define lock-picking as the manipulation of a lock's components to open a lock without a key. To understand lock picking you first have to know how locks and keys work. Most locks are based on fairly similar concepts but they do come in all shapes and sizes, with many design variations. This is for educational purposes only.
Lockpicking is the art of unlocking a lock by analyzing and manipulating the components of the lock device without the original key. In addition, ideal lock picking should not damage the lock itself, allowing it to be rekeyed for later use, which is especially important with antique locks that would be impossible to replace if destructive entry methods were used. Although lock picking can be associated with criminal intent, it is an essential skill for a locksmith and is often pursued by law-abiding citizens as a useful skill to learn or simply a hobby. The move towards combination locks for high-security items such as safes was intended to remove the weakest part of the lock: its keyhole.
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[@B20C0]

Thank you so much for this! The guy who rented my apartment before me left a cheap wall mounted safe with an electronic lock and a backup tubular lock and I wanted to remove it because I needed the space. And I wasn't very keen on ripping the whole wall out. Got the exact same pick as you and thanks to your tutorial it worked!

[@grupoajm2493]

bro whats your # i need help to open mine

[@brianburton8195]

I’m having trouble with mine too I need help

[@360revolucion8]

How did you get through the electronic lock?

[@deliaingham2527]

Great instructional video! The batteries died in my new safe BEFORE I used it once, even the keys were still inside. My son bought me the lock picks and I found your video. Within 5 minutes the safe was open. Thank you.

[@waleedsharaf4524]

This really worked! Thanks. I bought the aame Jinese kit, but it didnt jave any english instructions. This video saved me a hassel.

[@TonberryGames]

I have a coin-laundry machine in my OWN apartment. Like, in my living room. That I already pay for. I'm not dumping 16 quarters per load every week. I'm investing into this.

[@youtubetv1588]

So how did it work out?

[@Max-pb8vf]

@@youtubetv1588 I followed this up he got caught and was sentenced to 40 lashes.

[@hyperhektor7733]

well laundry machines are expensive as gold, i got a used brand machine in new condition for 50 bucks, and new they go for 200-250, sure depends where you live but germany isn't a third world country as far as i know ;D

[@jeffreyarena6199]

@@hyperhektor7733 You got a used machine in new condition? Lol that's not confusing at all.

[@hyperhektor7733]

​@@jeffreyarena6199 seems you are new to the topic of buying used items. Used means just it had a pre-owner and says little about the condition the item is in (mechanical/electrical wear of component=runtime, optical appearance=scratches /dirt, functionality=fully, or minor/big problem/ defective, also there are things like age after purchase or things like "old-new in stock , meaning older items never sold=new" perfect for tools) The Machine i got was new condition meaning no optical problems looked like new, mechanical very little runtime which i confirm now after 5 years its still working.

[@jasonsprouse2803]

I have to say, this is one of the best lock picking videos I have watched. Everything that you need, no extras.

[@joshuamcallister4932]

Great vid, so glad you showed how to do it without the tubular lockpick or the special tension tool. most vids say you need one or the other

[@joeKisonue]

I got the HUK Chinese kit. $32. Your video got me trained up in about 3 minutes. I tightened all the handle set screws and wrote the color/size under each tool. 7.0,7.5,7.8 and then removed all the silicone tension rings from the outside. I then installed a white silicone band of the same size ( Amazon, so useful) then one ring, then band,ring,band. This was the perfect amount of resistance and retention and made opening the practice lock far more repeatable 9/10. I will have to test and verify it's good on all metal locks too. Thanks for the video 🔐🔨🩺

[@Ryan-wu7rd]

Can u send a ljnk to the white silicone band and everything else ?

[@jar768jake]

After reading this comment, I realized my issue. The bands that are included with the picks don't provide enough resistance. Because of this, the spring loaded pins were pushing the levers farther than they needed to go. I laterally grabbed generic rubber bands from the junk drawer and looped them around the pick right over the levers, until finally, after about 4 of them, it was finally working the way he showed in the video. Thank you.

[@Jonathan-uo6ui]

Never knew you could pick tubular locks nor did I knew how they worked THANKS!

[@J3rryTortoise]

No such thing as an unpickable lock

[@alabamalockpicking]

Yeah the locks that i can think off on top off my head is (cross locks, tublar locks, pin tumbler locks, wafer locks, warded locks, leaver locks)

[@jar768jake]

After reading some comments, I realized my issue. The bands that are included with the picks don't provide enough resistance. Because of this, the spring loaded pins were pushing the levers farther than they needed to go. I laterally grabbed generic rubber bands from the junk drawer and looped them around the pick right over the levers, until finally, after about 4 of them, it was finally working the way he showed in the video.

[@thegood9]

this video saved me $140 plus. THANK YOU!

[@pavwi]

🤔

[@deletdis6173]

@@pavwi 😅

[@cowbdave99]

I have been watching the lock picking lawyer for years but you explain in detail the mechanism and how it works so much better good video

[@Wei-HsuLin]

Wait a second.....Does that mean all tubular locks with no extra shielding or some security measures can all be opened by impression tools in seconds? DAMN! They are everywhere here!

[@joeKisonue]

Ha ha. My tool is made in China

[@shmithys9222]

I started lockpicking as a hobby that turned out to be really useful to have a set and the skill so I kept going with it and got a car break in kit and a tubular set now I just need to find some locks to practice with already helped 4 people with the car kit too

[@martinboyd447]

Dude, this video is stellar. Great explanation. Helpful camera angles. Love it!

[@jamesrivera6134]

I bought those rocks and now you show me how to open the lock thank you

[@napleswolverine7189]

im glad you made that final statement its my own or to help a freind 🤙🏻

[@robertwest3093]

Those tubular lock picks are a game changer. Can't believe you can get a set of 3 for less than $40.

[@Xcelor8]

At first it didn't seem like it was going to go, and the heckling from the wife wasn't going to be worth it, but then it just went, pretty easily too. Neat! Thanks for the video it helped me get into my safe where the batteries faded and the code wouldn't work anymore, nor the default code from factory...

[@iamme6374]

I understand this video is over two years old, but for the price of this tool is still killer. I hope you are still checking messages this far back. Will the 7 pin HUK tubular pick work on a misaligned tubular lock? I have not been asked to work on one yet, but I’m starting to notice them while I’m out with the family. Thank you kindly for your input.

[@ofekpearl]

Please do one for sliders and another for disc detainer locks!

[@brianjohnston9822]

I can see the impressioning tool being of value for tubular locks with a shell cover.

[@davestrauss9779]

Pick up some scrap washing machines that have empty change boxes as well as service locks. I got 3 of them working but can't resell till I can open and change locks, as well as opening them b4 they go to junkyard

[@bombproofbushcraft]

You're the 10th YT channel I've seen using the lock pick tool. I ordered them I can't get it to work. It won't open the safe, won't open a cheap cabinet I have for storing paint and kick knacks, it won't open the tool box or any other lock I have that is tubular. Every channel literally shows just sticking it in and a little wiggle and done. Tried with 7 tensioning bands down to 0 tensioning bands. Either I am missing something or I have a defective set. Any hints or tricks on the use of the lockpick set?

[@davidcole3489]

This guys doesn’t respond, and I’m in the same boat. My HUK set doesn’t pick Jack shit

[@krism2649]

Thank you for this video. I have tried countless times to open a bike battery case with a Huk pick, but cannot open it. Any other tips?

[@kittytrail]

make sure you got the HUK tools with the replaceable tension bar, bar hole in the recessed part and set screw as they also sell a version without it and this one cannot open most tubular locks unless you install the tension bar yourself by drilling and taping. 😒

[@michaelc3745]

Order this pick set just now. Thanks!

[@gabrielibarra5551]

School vending machines here i come

[@monelfunkawitz3966]

Prison, there you go.

[@hinro]

@@monelfunkawitz3966 You aren't going to prison for picking a vending machine. if caught they will call the cops and you will likely end up on probation or with a rediculous fine but not prison.

[@monelfunkawitz3966]

hinro Ive seen it first hand. Glass replacement, labor, clean up -$583 (they swung open door and broke the bottom) Product replacement - $56 Lost revenue - $75 Change in machine - $104.75 Lock replacement by locksmith - $250 LED lighting strip, panel lit - $110 $1,178.75 i think the glass was broke before hand but they claimed it on the vandalism theft. Processed as a felony.

[@hinro]

@@monelfunkawitz3966 well that is just a bit more than simply picking it. Also lock replacement? They just busted the lock didn't they?

[@remchaill9898]

@@monelfunkawitz3966 Lol what did they "pick" it with? A crowbar and a brick? lol

[@GarthGoldberg]

Very good explanation of general lock picking techniques.

[@simonlinser8286]

My buddy got a hold of a blank, and used some weird little Bobby pins or maybe they were like pieces of some street sweeper bristles, and then those tiny rubber bands girls use for their hair when they dye it or braid it, so the little shims were on the outside and the rubber band held them in place. He said it worked

[@Petertronic]

Used it to open the coin door on my own arcade machine, but it took about 30 tries.

[@Syrus54]

What about 6pin vending machine locks???

[@pk3188]

you're a king

[@maxdout564]

Thanks, looks doable. I found an old creepy AF Furby that still works so I want to break into my cousins safe and leave it inside.

[@GrAnAdMaN3]

If I understand this correctly you could vary the springs or driver pins to prevent an easy pick with the tubular lockpick but after the attacker picked it once conventionally and only did a 1/16 turn they could then impression their tool before completing the turn... is there a way to give the keyway a spring to jump back a click in case the attacker loosens keyway tension?

[@Uberlord1337]

Thank you for this video! I have the same tools and hadn't been able to open up the practice lock that it came with until I saw you talk about the posts! While the ones included were too long for mine, prob just inconsistent tooling but they're cheap tools, I clipped a bobby pin and that fit perfect and I was able to get it work!

[@J.E.Taylor]

I know this is an old message but maybe someone else will read this. There is a set screw under one of the pick pins 180 degrees from where that hole is for the tension pin. You slide the pick pin back to expose that screw. Loosen it, slide the tension pin in, then tighten the set screw.

[@rayhastings2934]

What do you do if the lock gets stuck in the unlock position, Do you still line up arrow with the center or do you line it up with where its turned too?

[@eulaliorodriguez5325]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@miterbinnesdirty]

Thanks for this. Worked like a charm.

[@theodoreholland7781]

thanks for all the links also guy! GR8 VID

[@chanclaverde]

Whoa, totally tubular, man!

[@PeterMcConnell]

Once it begins to move roll up a piece of paper to fit in the key way push in and turn and you will not have to repick lock

[@_Looft]

My friend bought a business that has a pool table. The keys were never provided for it, so I might try this to see if I can open the coin mechanism for her and see if there are any coins still in it

[@eliasfarias842]

Take the coins out of the lock and then put the coins back in the machine

[@eliasfarias842]

How can I forget only do this to your locks only 😈

[@bhhvvbvgyvbuvv]

Watched this vid and ordered a lock pick kit a month ago . Last Thursday I picked a tool box open for someone in less than 10 seconds. I don't know why I bother locking things anymore.

[@BrMark-cu9ih]

Excellent video and explanation👍🏽 The porn music was not really necessary. Lol

[@barlowbaker6793]

@@vonmalegowski hey I know this is an old video but you can just use any music if you ask for permission. If you like anything from a smaller artist or group just hit them up on Twitter or Facebook or whatever and state what song you would like to use or just say "hey I want to put your music in my KZbin video can you please get back to me" and most people will be nice and just allow you to use it. On the other hand you can just use anything that says no copyright sounds or make your own music because the music you use is very basic. Hope this helps

[@saratchandra4821]

Lol. Coz Lock and key system inspired from intercourse...;)

[@davidcole3489]

Yeah I can’t get that Huk set to work for me

[@gergemall]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@RidinSolo92]

Guess the ones they supply now doesn't have the keyhole. Can't get mine to work

[@spencerarnold7653]

How do you know how many pins and cylinder size?

[@NeighborhoodCarpenter]

I'm actually using this exact lock pick set to try to unlock my gorilla guard and the pic sets are not doing anything except for bending the pics

[@Six_Yeager]

thx now im gonna rob tickets from the arcade near me

[@vonmalegowski]

👮

[@OOOAAAIII]

Is it possible to pick a 4 pin tubular lock with an 8 pin lock pick tool?

[@aaronr8684]

As long as the 4 pins line up with the picks. The other 4 will just stay in their original position and the lock should open as normal

[@2liter8]

Well made video. thx. Where do you get one of these kits?

[@redacted9506]

There’s a mention of locks needing to be re-keyed? If you pick the lock manually, will it still open for the original key?

[@vonmalegowski]

Yes, it will still open with the key

[@Прохожий-ы8к]

Hi Master May be you have video with new tubular locks.?! Thx

[@hyperhektor7733]

4:16 cool theat worked on a 2pin cylinder(PC lock) :)

[@ethanbaylis5204]

My tension bar doesn’t sit flush with the pick, is there any reason for this ?

[@pamthevan7340]

Just a thought - but if you have to single pick a tubular lock how about doing the first fraction of a turn once you've achieved the first pick then inserting the tool. I've not tried it as I haven't a lock to practice on right now - but in theory I'd suggest the tool will take the correct pattern and if you lock the tool's pins in place you'd avoid having to re-pick those extra times?

[@mikinleyweaver4692]

The idea is to pick it without a tool.

[@RusHnRelaX]

When doing the single pin pick do you have to pick the lock to relock it

[@userjasonipadschucks8342]

the 7.8 mm pick is the only one you should need in the usa i got all three and most american tubular locks are 7 pin ans 7.8 mm key youll never use ther other 2 picks

[@maxharkins4381]

Thanks bro

[@userjasonipadschucks8342]

Also these picks work perfecrly and is seconds on tubular locks that have a small bump on there face these were made for that brand lock

[@joeKisonue]

​@@userjasonipadschucks8342 Wow! Spelling

[@rockclingman5296]

I watched the video four tried this on 4 different locks using tthat kit. Not one even budged. total wasre time and money

[@jesuswantsyoutopayme]

Try a wrapping a shoelace around it. Changes the tension.

[@orome9793]

Yeah somethings wrong with the tension with the rubber bands.

[@AnthonyBerardis-r1p]

Honestly bro, which tubular lock pick brand do you recommend then. Because I want to up my game.

[@shellback]

Thanks to this I was able to get my 45 ACP OUT of the gun safe as I lost the key

[@donaldduck7531]

I have an armoured cable lock that was left on a bike indeed to remove. I wonder if locksmiths can do it? I just don't have time to go through all the trial and error approach

[@whotusay750]

Spot on 👍

[@raypereira6268]

Please explain and show "L" bends on needles and every other pattern?

[@AnthonyBerardis-r1p]

Can I get an answer please! Which tubular impressioning tool will work on the ace 2 tubular lock? I been asking for 5 months. Thank you

[@dayman888]

my tubular lock pick is smaller than the one that you show. How do I find the measurements of the lock so that I can find a key that would fit it?

[@bluracer766]

Do you know how effective these would be on an American HT-15 ?? LPL said he couldn't get one to work on a Unican and I think that's virtually the same lock.

[@larrz547]

Now I can break into the video games at my walmart

[@hyperhektor7733]

lol dont do it they have cameras. When i was younger i wondered why the security came so fast...

[@rickhigson3881]

Thank you!

[@Evdath]

Thank you

[@frank9240]

The new patented "spiral snail core" is the new deal.

[@dman0044]

Teach us how to pick the new design in English(there is a video in Spanish).

[@danmac0]

I was expecting something using a Bic pen..

[@WW-wf8tu]

I read about that procedure as well. In fact, I just tried it on my own tubular lock, fail. lol Came here to see what I am doing wrong. Apparently it is WAY more complicated than just creating notches in the end of the hollow pen.

[@johnshanks6671]

Ok that's great but my lock from the 60s I think and has four clip pin around the wall of it you know the dash groves on the side it had four dose it work the same way

[@MindKontrolleProject]

How do you transfer the 7 pins from the tool (that opened the lock) to a depth code on a tubular key cutter for a blank key?

[@mfoco1]

I bought those impression tools for a lock I need to pick, but the lock's slot for the locator pin seems too small (or the tool's pin on the inside is too big) so the tool won't go in.

[@nathantrejo6196]

Mine was the same. I filed down the insert pin to half the width so it sits closer to the edge. After that it worked perfectly

[@Diazepamber]

Are you turning it clockwise?

[@coasterkat4432]

How am I supposed to know how many needles a tubular lock has?

[@vonmalegowski]

Count them

[@thumperlockpicking9269]

Great video brother

[@Diazepamber]

I have an esd lock that I've been trying to get open with a new huck I just bought. I'm new to it. And IDK if it's the huck or that I need practice.

[@AnthonyBerardis-r1p]

Heh Don Von, is there a tube impressioning tool that will open an ace 2 tube lock. If so, which manufacturer is it. Please don't say 500 peterson 1.

[@VikOlliver]

So what do you do to tubular locks that don't have a tensioning notch?

[@xSchattenfluchx]

There HAS to be a way to tension the lock otherwise the key couldn't turn it either! Lock underneath the outer shielding ring, chances are there's a second ring underneath with the same cutout that turns/tensions the cylinder.

[@ms.twingem9476]

Im still confused how this tool works. All the pins are in the same position and i put it in the tubular lock but doesn't work. What am i possibly doing wrong 🤔 😕

[@purplecataudio513]

do these work on kensington locks? i tried for an hour with no success

[@ageuagantes132]

Este vídeo é show! Gostei muito!

[@tste6759]

Besides these keys with the plastic ends ARE JUNK the ends break off consistently

[@kstmary1]

Will this work on and antique cabinet I purchased? The face plate is removed and all I see is like a tubular stub/rod in the center. Please advise..thank you.

[@skoot5801]

im not too sure if you will see this as the video is 7 years old but can i find a tubular lock pick that will unlock a 7.8mm and 4 pin lock?? if so can you please give me the link

[@gregorysamaniego36]

Please change the 1980s forklift or osha safety video music lol other than that great information saved me a couple hundred on a lock Smith

[@sj187]

So my manager locked the key to the register in the register and so we're going to try this and I'll let you know how it works out!

[@davestrauss9779]

How'd it work?

[@J.E.Taylor]

@@davestrauss9779 Probably still trying.

[@scottmorgan9959]

How do you remove the tension pin?

[@michaelwest7649]

There is a set screw hidden under one of those sliders. (It's on opposite side of tension pin). Loosen and then pull up the pin.

[@Diazepamber]

I have an esd lock and the springs are way too strong for my huck so I ordered the mantis tension tool to hand pick it, and it's difficult to hold the tension and press the pins down. I'm using a sewing needle and it's slippery.. any advice?

[@anolisporcatus]

Ive tried using this on my apartment washers for years and every time i just CAN NOT get it to work. Why?

[@davidjardine4387]

Wherecan you buy see threw locks for practising?

[@xxomega702buzzalini8]

Don't buy clear locks. Practice on master locks or cheap stuff from hardware stores. Real locks are not clear and you need to practice on the feel and how much tenstion you applt to the tension tool.

[@JakeArnet]

Amazon is a good place.. but yeah, as said above you should practice on cheap locks to get the real world feeling.

[@schlomoshekelburg2250]

Free laundry, car washes and vending machine goods for life. Plus free single dollar bills

[@vonmalegowski]

👮

[@justinbrewer3288]

maybe add a link where we can get those type of picks..

[@richardprior3203]

Justin Brewer amazon

[@hyperhektor7733]

16$ on ebay international

[@dilippatel3268]

nice video

[@1683clifton]

I got it to work on the crappy plastic lock but my safe with the dead battery is not budging. 😤

[@chriscaz1239]

How come no one explains the rubber bands?

[@nathantrejo6196]

I think its just to put tension on the sliding picks so they stay at the right depth

[@paheliarudil41]

how do you calibrate a lock pick?

[@sherifnuredini1681]

Tubular lock where can I bye this for Methode one