Important Chapters from this locksmith book

Chapter 1. A Short History of the Lock

Who Invented the Lock?

First locks in Egypt, Greece, Rome, Europe, England, America

Early American Lock Companies

A Brief History of Automotive Locks in the U.S

Chapter 2. Tools of the Trade

Electric Drills, Cordless Drills, Key Cutting Machines, Workbench

Chapter 3. Types of Locks and Keys

What Is a Lock?, Lock Names, Lock Grades, Key Types, Key Blank Identification, Key Blank Examples, Automotive Key Blanks, Look-Alike Keys, Neuter Bows, Smart Locks

Chapter 4. Warded Locks

Types, Construction, Operation, Repair, Warded Keys

Chapter 5. Lever Tumbler Locks

Parts, Operation, Repairs, Varieties of Lever Tumbler Locks, Lever Tumbler Lock Keys

Chapter 6. Disc Tumbler Locks

Operation, Disassembly, Keying, Security, Cam Locks, Reading Disc Tumbler Locks, Double-Bitted Disc Tumbler Locks

Chapter 7. Pin Tumbler Locks

Construction, DisassemblyAssembly, Choosing a Pin Tumbler Lockset, Pin Tumbler Cylinder Mortise Locks, The Cylinder Key

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Chapter 8. High-Security Mechanical Locks

Underwriters Laboratories Listing, Key Control, Lock and Key Patents, Types of High-Security Mechanical Locks

Chapter 9. Masterkeying

Coding Systems, Master Key Systems, Masterkeying Warded Locks, Masterkeying Lever Tumbler Locks, Masterkeying Disc Tumbler Locks, Masterkeying Pin Tumbler Locks, Developing the Master Key System, Master Key System Variations, A Simple Master Key System

Chapter 10. Smart Locks

August, Danalock Version, Friday, Goji, Haven, Kevo Touch- to-Open, 2nd Generation, Kevo Convert, Lockitron Bolt, Schlage Smart Sense, Sesame, Yale Real Living Touchscreen DeadboltInstalling the 1st Generation Kevo Smart Lock

Chapter 11. Buying and Selling Safes

Types of Safes, Safe Styles, Installing an In-Floor Safe, Moving Safes, Special Safe Features, Underwriters Laboratories Fire Safe Ratings, Underwriters Laboratories Burglary Safe Standard, Selling More Safes

Chapter 12. Keyed Padlocks

Choosing a Padlock, Warded Padlocks, Wafer Disc Padlocks, Pin Tumbler Padlocks, Major Padlock Manufacturers and Their Products, Helpful Hints

Chapter 13. Home and Business Services

Common Problems and Troubleshooting, Corbin Cylindrical Locksets, The MAG Ultra 700 Deadbolt, M.A.G. Engineering and Mfg, Inc, The Schlage G Series Lockset, Strike Plates, M.A.G.’s Install-A-Lock, Exit Alarm Locks and, Panic Bar Deadlocks

Chapter 14. Lock Picking and Impressioning

Picking Pin Tumbler Locks, Why Pin Tumbler Locks Can Be Picked, RakingUsing a Pick Gun, Picking Tips, Picking High-Security Cylinders, The Need for Practice, Impressioning Locks, Other Useful Equipment and Supplies, Popular Impressioning Technique, Alternative Impressioning Method, Problems with Impressioning, Impressioning Practice, Warded Bit-Key Locks, Lock Bumping

Chapter 15. Automobile Lock Servicing

Vehicle Identification Numbers, Basics of Automobile Lock Servicing, Door Locks, Ignition Locks, Glove-Compartment Locks, Trunk Locks, Transponders, American Motors Corporation, Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Datsun, Ford, General Motors, Servicing General Motors Vehicles with VATS, Honda

Chapter 16. Opening Locked Cars

Opening Locked CarsCar Opening Techniques, The Long Reach Tool, Car-Opening Dispatch Procedure

Chapter 17. Emergency and Forced-Entry Procedures

Drilling Pin Tumbler Locks, Cylinder Removal, Window Entrances, Office Locks, Unlocking Thumbcuffs, Handcuffs, and Legcuffs, Forced Entry

Chapter 18. Combination Locks

Parts, Manipulation, Drilling, Changing Combinations, Other Keyless Locks

Chapter 19. Electrical Access andExit Control Systems

Electric Release Latch Strikes, Circuitry, Electric Door Openers, Electrified Mortise Locks, Electrified Knob Locks, Electromagnetic Locks, Electrical Keyless Locks, Key-Actuated Switches

Chapter 20. Working as a Locksmith

Finding a Job, Starting Your Own Locksmithing Business, Business Considerations The Locksmith and the Law

Chapter 21. Key Duplicating Machines

Critical Design Factors, Framon’s DBM-1 Flat Key Machine, Ilco’s KD50A

Chapter 22. Registered Professional Locksmith Test

Registered Professional Locksmith Answer Sheet

Chapter 23. Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Foreword from a lock smith veteran

The knowledge, skill, and expertise of any true professional often can be gauged by the library of literature that he or she keeps and has read.

In the often mysterious, secretive, and intriguing world of locks and locksmithing, no true professional, aficionado, or curiosity seeker would be without The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing , just as the title states, this is by far the most complete, informative, and all-encompassing piece of literature ever assembled between two covers on this subject.

As a veteran of the locksmith trade, I can tell you that the scope of this book (covering one of the oldest trades known to humans) is much broader than one would think. The locksmith profession is also often one of the most challenging and rewarding.

There are few things in life that are dearer to anyone than the security of their family and worldly possessions. Having the knowledge and ability to instill and incorporate security, eliminating the helpless sense of vulnerability, is what locksmithing is all about.

However, to accomplish this task, knowledge of all the available security devices and an intimate knowledge of their operation and applications are necessary. Enveloping yourself within the pages of this book certainly will set you on the right path.

The test of any good source of information is that it is one that you refer to again and again. This is sure to be the case with The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing. This is so much more than a “book” on locks and locksmithing. It is an encyclopedia of locks and locksmithing. It is a reference manual from which anyone at any level of skill or experience can glean a wealth of information. It is an informative, well-studied, impeccably presented piece of work that required an exhaustive amount of research, cataloging, organizing, and writing to assemble and publish.

If you want to become a locksmith or are just fascinated with locks and want an insider’s view, you won’t find a better book than The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing.

Preface for the book The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing

I’ve read a lot of great reviews for earlier editions of The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing, next is a good example:

This is a great “catch-all” book about locksmithing. Although it looks like it is designed for beginners, it still has invaluable information on a variety of locks, etc., so it will remain in your shop for years to come. . . . The book is also invaluable to homeowners . . . and anyone who wants to know more about locks, safes, and more!

I know what beginning locksmiths and seasoned professionals want from a book. My first exposure to locksmithing was through reading books.

I love to teach, and I love to learn. I’m constantly learning new things about locksmithing, which is why I felt the need to revise this book.

This lock smith book edition continues the tradition of being heavily illustrated and providing lots of useful information about locks and locking devices. I updated every page and added four new chapters including one on automotive lock servicing and one on lock picking and impressioning. I added information about selling safes and finding a job as a locksmith.

This edition includes a new chapter on frequently asked questions (Chap. 23 ) with candid answers to lots of questions such as:

Do I need to be licensed or certified to work as a locksmith?

What can I do if a customer refuses to pay me?

How can I get started writing about locksmithing?

What are the best locksmithing resources on the Internet?

Are pick guns worth the money?

Which are the best trade journals?

What keys are illegal to duplicate?

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