A fairly common question we get asked by our customers is “What type of lubricant should I use on my practice lock?” Most locksmiths will tell you to use powdered graphite lubricant in any lock. Powered graphite is made up … Continue reading
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Why do spool pins make locks harder to pick than regular pins? Because the narrow waist of the pin will get stuck at the shear line binding the lock so it can’t turn any further. The good news is this … Continue reading
We had an opportunity to visit the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. last week. The museum was definitely worth the visit if you’re ever in the nation’s capital. It’s only a couple of blocks from Chinatown which makes it … Continue reading
The Ultimate Practice Lock is made from Brass. Brass is a great choice for high quality lock cylinders because brass is self-burnishing. As brass keys slide across brass pins thousands and thousands of times, the brass surfaces polish each other … Continue reading