As you may have seen, the easiest way to keep from being locked out is to have a spare key! And even though picking a lock may take a lot of time and skill — it is a fun skill to have.
This may not be the fastest or easiest way to get in, but it is very satisfying to get the door open without any keys or by destroying the lock.
- Grandpa TJ -
A walkthrough of lock-picking basics from Art of Manliness.
Thanks to Art of Manliness for the YouTube video.
Watch on YouTubeAnother demonstration of ways you can pick locks.
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