Lock Picking Tutorial - Basics for Beginners

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The discussion centers around lock picking techniques and the motivations behind learning them. Participants share their experiences and insights, noting that the process involves understanding the use of tensioners to apply the right amount of pressure while picking. Master locks are mentioned as particularly easy to pick, with some claiming they can do so in mere seconds. Various unconventional methods for gaining access to locked cars are also discussed, including using a tennis ball to pop locks, although the effectiveness of such methods is questioned. The conversation takes a humorous turn when a participant jokingly requests a tutorial on "nose picking," leading to lighthearted banter about the topic. Overall, the thread combines practical advice on lock picking with playful exchanges among users.
  • #31
maybe, maybe not

I find this lock-picking tutorial thread a little strange though..
 
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  • #32
Originally posted by Monique
I find this lock-picking tutorial thread a little strange though..
Why? how else will we ever know each others true skills?
 
  • #33
I find Zooby's request for a NOSE-picking tutorial a little disturbing... I wonder what he plans to do with THAT...
 
  • #34
Originally posted by Tsunami
I find Zooby's request for a NOSE-picking tutorial a little disturbing... I wonder what he plans to do with THAT...
? I explained that:
Originally posted by zoobyshoe
I won't be picking any friends noses. My house guest, Mean Mr. Mustard, is rumored to keep a ten bob note up there.
 
  • #35
Originally posted by zoobyshoe
? I explained that:
I dunno, Zoob. Sounds like a ruse to me... I'm mean, how many people have house guests that AREN'T friends...:wink:
 
  • #36
Originally posted by Tsunami
I dunno, Zoob. Sounds like a ruse to me... I'm mean, how many people have house guests that AREN'T friends...:wink:
You must be someone who doesn't have a lot of relatives.
 
  • #37
Originally posted by zoobyshoe
You must be someone who doesn't have a lot of relatives.
Well, I have LOTS of relatives... I just don't let them come visit! My philosophy is, relatives who come to visit are like fish...after three days they start to SMELL bad!
 
  • #38
Originally posted by Tsunami
Well, I have LOTS of relatives... I just don't let them come visit! My philosophy is, relatives who come to visit are like fish...after three days they start to SMELL bad!
Another good reason to learn Nose picking...hey! maybe that is why "The zoob" wanted to learn it, to get rid of unwanted house guests!
 
  • #39
Originally posted by Mr. Robin Parsons
Another good reason to learn Nose picking...hey! maybe that is why "The zoob" wanted to learn it, to get rid of unwanted house guests!
Well, that'd work for ME!...
 
  • #40
Originally posted by Tsunami
Well, that'd work for ME!...
Not that I have any real and/or actualy experience at it, but I hear (you know..."Rumor Has it") that the best method of enhancement is to 'flick it' at them, subtle hint, to assist, in the departure!
 
  • #41
Originally posted by Mr. Robin Parsons
Not that I have any real and/or actualy experience at it, but I hear (you know..."Rumor Has it") that the best method of enhancement is to 'flick it' at them, subtle hint, to assist, in the departure!
 
  • #42
Originally posted by Tsunami
Well, that'd work for ME!...
Yes! but, your guest might just take it as an "indication of permission" and follow suit, with a resultant of wiping it on YOUR furniture, sooooo lead away...
 

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