TL;DR: To develop a feel for lockpicking, apply coin-light tension to identify the single binding pin that feels rigid rather than springy when probed.
Apply specific tension forces between 0.25 lbs for Schlage and 2.0 l…
Your front door is the absolute worst place to learn lockpicking. It is a common mistake that leads to jammed cylinders and expensive locksmith calls, yet many new hobbyists still struggle with how to choose your first p…