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Using Rake Lockpicks to Open Locks Quickly

A lockpick rake is an essential tool for quick lock manipulation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced lockpicker, a rake lockpick is ideal for quickly opening locks without much technique. This makes it the perfect choice for emergencies or for training and practice.

The rake technique is simple, and using a lockpick rake set makes lockpicking more accessible for everyone. The process of raking a lock involves using a rake pick to manipulate all the pins in a lock at once, resulting in a quick and efficient opening.

Types of Rake Lockpicks

There are various types of lockpicking rakes, each with its own application. Two of the most popular shapes are the City rake lockpick (also known as the L-rake) and the Wave rake lockpick. Additionally, the Bogota rake lockpick, which is often used for locks with difficult bitting (high pins), is a favorite among lockpickers.

City Rake Lockpick (L-Rake)

The city rake lockpick is a versatile rake pick tool that can be used in various situations. You can use a city rake with a rocking motion or a scrubbing motion, depending on the type of lock and the depth of the pins. This technique allows for direct manipulation of all the pins and can quickly open the lock. This makes it an excellent choice for beginners.

Wave Rake Lockpick

The wave rake lockpick was originally developed by Christina Palmer and is ideal for locks with varying pin heights. Due to the wave shape of the wave rakes, the tool can better manipulate the pins, and by applying a scrubbing motion, all pins can be set to the correct height. This type of rake is often used for locks with complex bitting and can be supplied in a 20-piece lockpicking rake set.

Worm and Triple Peak Rake

The worm rake lockpick has a smaller profile shape that is ideal for locks with average bitting. The triple peak rake lockpick is often used for locks with more difficult bitting (high pins after low pins). As you can see in the image below, the triple peak rake is ideal for locks that are harder to open. It uses steeper angles but is therefore also limited to larger keyholes. The worm rake works perfectly for most locks with smaller keyholes. It still performs excellently on average profiled pin formations.

Worm en Bogota Lock Pick

How Does Raking Work on a Lock?

When you use a rake lockpick, you insert the tool into the keyway and move it back and forth over the pins. The goal is to get all the pins to their correct position so that the lock can turn and open. Using a lockpick rake set makes it easier to open different types of locks. For more detailed information about lockpicking, you can refer to our blog on lockpicking techniques.

Why Rake Lockpicks Are Ideal for Beginners

Rake lockpicks are popular among beginners due to their simplicity and effectiveness. They require minimal technique and provide immediate results when opening simple locks. The lockpicking rake technique is perfect for those who want to learn how to open locks quickly.

They also work on pin tumbler locks that you find in car locks, mailbox locks, and furniture locks. For more advanced lockpickers, a rake pick can be combined with other techniques for more complex lock mechanisms.

How to Open a Lock with a Rake?

Opening a lock with a lockpick rake is simple but requires practice.

  1. Start by choosing the right rake for the lock
  2. Apply light tension with a tension wrench
  3. Move the rake back and forth.
  4. Repeat this until all the pins are in the correct position and the lock opens.

If you want to learn more about opening a lock with raking, check out our blog on the raking technique.