Locksmith Tools
- For the Online Domestic locksmith course you will need some basic hand tools and some specialist locksmith tools which I have listed below.
- For the Online Auto Locksmith Course you will need to contact your local Automotive locksmith supplier. I have a full list of auto locksmith tools you will need in the course itself.
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Below are a list of items you will need to take my online domestic locksmith course.
Tool Bag
Every locksmith needs a decent tool bag and I recommend buying one that comes with all of the basic had tools included so you don’t have to spend time buying them all individually.
WORKPRO 156-piece Repairing Tool Set, Complete Daily Using Tools Are Included in Wide Open Mouth Tool Bag
Or for a full list or different tool bags similar to this, you can visit: https://lockafellatools.com/collections/domestic-locksmith-tools/products/locksmith-tool-bag-for-the-pros
Cordless Drill
You will be using a drill everyday to fit locks, drill open locks and adjust wooden doors so make sure you invest in a good quality one that will last.
Cordless Dewalt 18V XR Brushless Compact Lithium-Ion Combi Drill with battery included
Make sure you purchase some back-up batteries! The last thing you want is to run out of juice on a job – trust me, I’ve done it and it’s embarrassing!
For a full list of other hand drills, you can visit:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/cordless-handdrills
Chisels
A set of decent chisels is a sign of a decent locksmith! You will need nice sharp chisels to fit locks and the last thing you want is a blunt chisel which will not only make your work more labor intensive – you also risk damaging the customers door.
Marples Irwin MS500 All-Purpose Chisels with Striking Cap
I have a nice set of Marples Chisels in the van but I only carry a couple of the popular sizes in my tool bag so it’s not too heavy.
For a full list of other chisels you can visit:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/chisels
Drill Bits
You will need drill bits for both metal and wood including flat ‘spade bits’ for drilling larger holes to fit locks. I recommend going for a set that has a mixture of everything.
As well as these drill bits you will need to buy Hardened carbide tipped drill bits for drilling hardened steel.
For a full list of other drill bits please visit:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/drill-bits
Electric Pick Gun
In my online locksmith course I teach with the HPC electric pick gun. I have opened thousands of locks with this so its not just a suggestion, I highly recommend it!
This battery powered electric pick gun has served me very well indeed!
Full list of other popular pick guns:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/electric-pick-guns
Manual Pick Gun
Manual pick guns save hours when it comes to picking locks. You are essentially just bouncing the pins to create a shear line in one click! I give an in-depth lesson on this in my online locksmith course.
Brockhage Manual Pick Gun with tension wrench
For a list of similar manual pick guns:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/manual-pick-guns
Lock Pick Set
You will find hundreds of lock-pick sets on the internet with many different shapes and designs, but don’t worry about this too much, most professional locksmiths use only 1 or 2 picks!
PXS-14 SouthOrd 14 Piece Lock Pick Set
Don’t get confused with the hundreds of shapes and sizes – go for quality over quantity. Here are a list of other picks available on Amazon: http://thelocksmithmentor.com/manual-pick-gunsLetter box tool
I use my letter box tool nearly everyday and have had the same one for years! There are many available now, even advanced ones with cameras and electric motors for turning the handle on the inside of the door. I have found my simple one works just fine and nothing can go wrong with it!
Souber Letter Box tool – with accessories – The very best Letterbox tool for professional working locksmiths
Used for opening door handles on the inside of the door through the letter box.
Currently there are only 2 available on Amazon:
http://thelocksmithmentor.com/letter-box-tools
Cylinder Snapper
Every locksmith needs to have one of these in his/her tool bag. They are used for snapping a euro or oval cylinder in the door when picking or bypassing is not possible.
Premium Cylinder Snapper Bar Made from Stainless Steel
Check out Amazon for other options: http://thelocksmithmentor.com/cylinder-snapperMica
My favorite tool of them all and the cheapest! I always carry a piece of Mica in my pocket as it’s the most used tool of them all. In Europe, most doors are only held by a sprung latch, Mica is used to slide between the door and the frame to push the latch in and open the door.
Super Mica bypass sheets for locksmith tools
Simple but extremely effective – just how I like it! More options from Amazon here: http://thelocksmithmentor.com/mica-cardsPlug Spinner
This handy tool will save you time when you have picked the lock in the wrong direction – Simply insert the tool into the plug and with one click it will spin the plug the opposite way past the shear line!
Lock Picking Plug Spinner “Flip-it”
Great tool to spin the plug back when you have picked the lock the wrong way – Must have for a professional locksmith. For more spinners on Amazon, visit:[learn_press_profile]