Sparrows Kick-Start Beginners Lock Pick Set + Case

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.uksparrowskickstartb-review-rating{color:var(--accent,#b85718);font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:0;margin-bottom:7px} .uksparrowskickstartb-review-quote{color:var(--ink,#1f2328);display:block;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.52;margin:0} .uksparrowskickstartb-review-source{color:var(--muted,#58616b);display:block;font-size:12px;margin-top:9px} @media(max-width:768px){.uksparrowskickstartb-review-strip{grid-template-columns:1fr;margin-top:0}} /* UKBK same-product review snippet styles: end */ Free UK delivery over £30 Royal Mail options 30-day easy returns European delivery available Beginner set Sparrows Kick-Start, the set to begin lock picking with Kick-Start is a nine-piece beginner set built around the picks Sparrows wish they had started with. With four professional-grade picks and a little instruction you can begin single-pin picking and raking padlocks and door locks after only a few hours of practice. 9pieces SPPand rake Beginnerready Sparrowsmade 5/5 verified buyer "Price and Quality are just the ticket." verified buyer, 06/02/2023 5/5 verified buyer "Solid well-shaped instruments in a nice case." verified buyer, 04/21/2022 5/5 verified buyer "Top quality kit for a beginner." verified buyer, 09/24/2021 Why buy this Buy this when you want a proper, affordable start A first set should be capable enough to learn real technique without overwhelming you. Kick-Start gives the backbone picks of any professional kit, so the skills you build here carry straight over to bigger sets. Backbone picks Triple peak, short hook, offset hybrid and city rake. Both techniques Learn single-pin picking and raking from day one. Quick progress Open padlocks and door locks within a few hours of practice. Use route Learn raking, then single-pin picking Start with the city rake for fast opens, then use the short hook for single-pin control. A clear practice lock makes the early feedback much easier to read. Use on suitable padlocks and door locks you own. Begin with light tension and the city rake. Move to single-pin picking with the short hook. Helpful next step: a clear practice lock to learn on. Product details What to know before you choose Product type Beginner lock pick set Brand Sparrows Pieces 9-piece set Core picks Triple peak, short hook, offset hybrid, city rake Best buyer Complete beginners Use lock picking and entry tools responsibly, only on locks you own or have permission to work on, and check local laws before buying. In the set What is in the set Triple Peak.025 In the set Standard Short hook 0.25 In the set Offset Hybrid (Snake Rake).025 In the set City Rake.025 In the set Tension Wrenches Qty 6 Velcro Case with one pocket and silk screened logo In the set Set breakdown: If you are interested in learning how to pick locks then this nine piece set is for you. This is the set we'd have wanted if we could go back in time to when we started lock picking. You're ready to both Single Pin Pick (SPP) and Rake. Good to know: With these four professional grade picks and some instruction you will be able to start opening padlocks and door locks with only a few hours of practice. This set also includes six tension wrenches of various sizes. One of the most important skills you will learn is proper tension; it is the key to successful lock picking. With this set you will be able to lean how to pick a lock in a no time at all. Build and materials: All lock picks are manufactured by Sparrows out of American Made 301 Cold Max steel with average tension strength of 280,000 PSI. Pick by pick What each tool does Standard short The "Standard short hook" or lifter is the first "go-to" pick in the arsenal. This pick is more versatile and is used more often than any other pick. It is designed to let the picker feel of the intricacies of the lock and manipulate pins individually. When the pick is used in a raking type technique it is also possible to work several pins at the same time. This pick is good for a wide range of keyway types, and pinning arrangements. City Rake The "City Rake" is a standard rake that has proven to be indispensable over the years. This pick does a fantastic job of emulating the key bitings found among most common commercial and residential locks such as Kwikset, Weiser and Master. Offset Hybrid The "Offset Hybrid" is a combination of a shallow hook, and a rounded half diamond. The wedge-like point and specially rounded bottom edge slides through the keyway. With the pick acting as a centered fulcrum you will find that this pick has extremely smooth and controlled lifts. This is critical for locks like ASSA. Triple-Peak The "Triple-Peak" is used on the withdrawal stroke and is one of the most effective rakes available. It differs from a traditional rake in the way it functions by using a "ramping" effect similar to bumping. Similar to the double peak with different spacing. Questions Quick answers Is Kick-Start good for total beginners? Yes, it is designed as a capable first set. Can I single-pin pick with it? Yes, it covers both single-pin picking and raking. How fast will I open a lock? Many learners open padlocks within a few hours of practice. What should I add? A clear practice lock to see the pins as you learn. 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It gives structure to tension, feedback, pin setting and practice routines, so the tools make more sense in your hands. Add paperback guide View guide details Show more