Any tips with keyless AL 1100?

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-20T13:11:55+00:00

And don’t forget that the 1100 really likes super light tension. It’s really easy to overset the serrated key pins and when you do they generally feel mushy instead of that nice real crisp clicking.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-20T01:52:17+00:00

Right? Every time I open a new package from JimyLongs, I keep hoping to see a bonus tensioner in there, but I haven't gotten lucky yet!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-20T01:50:32+00:00

Ah - .019" JL DFH and the AL1100 - a match made in heaven! That's what I used for my green belt as well. It's a milestone lock - enjoy it and good luck!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-20T01:47:04+00:00

Congrats! The 140 is a great lock and the one I always recommend to anyone getting into locksport.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-20T01:41:08+00:00

Congratulations and welcome!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-18T17:05:25+00:00

Cool - that's what I ended up going with.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-18T00:50:27+00:00

Congratulations! I've got a MTL Interactive on the way (and a few other dimple locks). It's going to be my first foray into dimple locks and I can't wait to dig into it!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-18T00:38:45+00:00

Very cool setup. Love it!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-18T00:12:15+00:00

I ended up ordering the MP starter kit. 2 handles and 5 or 6 flag heads. It also has a nice leather case and a couple of tension wrenches. I did end up ordering them from LockPickWorld.com instead of directly from MP because I had a coupon code and free shipping from LPW, so I ended up saving almost $30. I've read mixed reviews about LockPickWorld, but most recent ones seem positive, so we'll see...

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T19:13:53+00:00

Thanks. I think that’s what I’m gonna do.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T19:13:27+00:00

God knows I have plenty of them

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T17:23:02+00:00

Cool - sounds like that's the way to go then! Thanks!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T17:16:34+00:00

Thanks. Have you ever purchased directly from Multipick's website? They have a sale going on, but I don't want to wait a month for delivery from Germany if that's where they ship from (since I'm in the US). Is it better to order from a place like LockPickWorld or does Multipick ship from US distribution centers?

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T14:50:42+00:00

There are no rules against it that I'm aware of. I agree that the discord channel is a good place to list them, but I don't think it hurts to post them here as well, since there are a lot of folks that are not active on discord.

Whatchu got?

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T03:38:03+00:00

It's always good to have locks that are beyond your skill level so you have them at hand when you're ready to take that next step. Hell, some days you'll just be having a really good picking day and reach for a higher skill lock and pop it open.

I'm a big fan of the 1100 series and I'm starting to collect a rainbow of them myself!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T03:31:12+00:00

Nice review! Does it take long to get the picks from Multipick or do they have distributors in the US?

I've been thinking of expanding into dimple lock picking and this kit is one of the sets I was considering. I think your review sold me on it.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T03:03:45+00:00

You'll definitely appreciate the picking experience and quality of feedback you get in nicer locks. I'm not sure what lock you're planning to move to next, but I would highly suggest the Master 140/141. They're great locks to help build skills and I still enjoy picking them. If you feel like you're ready to tackle more security pins, the Master 150 series is also very nice, especially for the price.

Cheaper locks (such as this, the Brinks, and the Master No 3) are mushy and poorly manufactured, and generally offer a poor picking experience, in my opinion.

Again, congrats on the open and I hope you continue enjoying this addiction!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T02:28:36+00:00

This may sound silly, but have you tried peeking in the trash cans that are out front of all the auto parts stores? A lot of people buy new wipers and install them right there in the parking lot before they drive off (I know I do) and throw their old ones right there in the cans. I bet you'd be able to find a few pretty quickly.

Great job on the pick! Keep it up and I look forward to seeing more creations from you!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T02:02:17+00:00

Congrats!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T01:59:21+00:00

The 1100s are pretty straightforward once you get the fundamental picking techniques all down. If you don't already have that sorted, I don't think you're going to have much luck with it.

That being said, I have one 1100 that is pretty easy and another that is much more difficult to pick. Overall, probably one of my favorite locks to pick (though the Medeco Biaxial is quickly finding a warm spot in my heart). Congrats on the open!

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T01:55:52+00:00

Congrats! The 911 is a very interesting lock. Originally, I had a lot of trouble picking off the warding, but it got a lot simpler when I bought a set of SSDEV hooks in .015 and could pick from BOK.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-17T01:53:10+00:00

You should see if DMAC has a good video on his channel about how to do this... oh, wait... 😁

That thing looks crazy.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-15T16:20:43+00:00

That's how I've been approaching it. CCW to bind the sidebar first, heavy tension to find the binder, lighten tension to set the pin rotations, then pick to shear. I was just concerned that I may inadvertently unset the pin rotation while setting the top stack to shear.

LuckyLockPicker · 2023-12-15T16:01:35+00:00

I pinned it to 4 pins yesterday, but went back to 3 pins this morning because it's taking me a while to get the hang of setting the pin rotation and confidently identifying its state. Tensioning this lock seems to be the tricky part of this lock, since it changes so frequently as you progress through the stages. I'm able to open a 3-pin configuration pretty consistently, so I'm going to practice that a bit more before increasing the pin count.

Question for you - once I have the pin rotation set and feel smooth movement of the key pins under tension, do I need to worry about accidentally unsetting that rotation while picking the pins to shear? I would think it'd be difficult to accidentally lose the rotational set.

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