MrMunkeepants on 9/8/2012 at 07:26
Who hasn't dreamed of building their own set of thieving skills, right? Well, I was recently notified about this upcoming event and thought I'd share: (
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4050122024) http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4050122024
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Ada's Technical Books presents: College of Lockpicking
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http://ebmedia.eventbrite.com/s3-s3/eventlogos/18373489/2261640628-3.jpgYou can pick your friends.
You can pick your beer.
But can you pick... a Lock?
Join us on Tuesday, August 14th, and Thursday, August 16th, from 7-9pm, as we embark on an ancient mechanical adventure to explore the inner workings of a modern lock, first developed by the Mesopotamians and Egyptians over 4000 years ago. Led by lockpickers Eric Michaud and Jamie Schwettmann, this workshop will cover - soup to nuts - everything you need to know about how common locks work... and how to pick them open.
Whether you're a complete novice curious to find out what pin-tumbler really means, a homeowner protecting your family's treasures, or a veteran lockpicker with questions about advanced locks and techniques, this event is for you! With 2 solid hours of history, mechanical diagrams ("lock pr0n"), and hands-on lockpicking instruction... first we'll open your minds, and then we'll open some locks!
To properly learn this ancient art, you'll need the proper tools. By registering for a ticket with a lockpick set, this guarantees you a seat at the workshop, and reserves - all for you - a brand-new 10-piece custom lockpick set by Southern Specialties, hand-picked by Eric and Jamie to maximize utility for beginners and locksport enthusiasts alike, and offered for only $30.
Click the link above for info on prices and what each set includes. The same packages are available for a pretty good discount in the school store, but my question for people with experience is: is this worth it? Or should I just watch some YouTube videos and figure it out myself?
Beleg Cúthalion on 9/8/2012 at 11:44
I believe having a teacher is never bad, so if it isn't overly expensive just try it. Personally I kind of dropped it later after having read instructions and examples but those YouTube videos honestly made me interested again.
theBlackman on 9/8/2012 at 21:43
It might be fun, but unless you are considering a career as a Thief, or are in the habit of losing your keys, I would say skip it.
If you want to terrorize your neighbors or impress your friends and families or intend to take up a career as a locksmith, it's not worth the money unless you are bored.
Beleg Cúthalion on 10/8/2012 at 19:30
You know, it's a hobby. It's fun to take the challenge of opening a lock, training to get better and being able to feel the tiny bits of information that the different parts of the lock give you when touching them. They don't make these workshops for thieves or professional lock and key services.
