{"title":"PROGRESSIVE LOCKS","description":"If you want to learn how to pick locks and build up a collection of locks progressive locks are the way to go. In simple terms a set of progressive locks lets you go from easy lock picking to hard. The locks that almost everyone wants to learn how to pick open are pin tumbler locks. The vast majority of door locks and padlocks are pin tumbler locks. Inside these locks are a row of pins and in most locks the average is 5 stacks of these pins. It’s these stacks of pins that you manipulate to open the lock. More stacks the harder it is. Our progressive locks ramp up the difficulty by increasing the number of stacks. First start with two pins and then move to 3,4,5.","products":[{"product_id":"serrated-core","title":"Serrated CORE","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you like to suffer? Do you want a real challenge? This serrated core makes picking one of our practice locks a significant challenge. Serrated pins have a number of horizontal grooves that like to get hung up on the sheer line. If that was not hard enough by adding grooves to the core it makes the task is even more daunting by ever increasing the number of ways that serrated pin can get hung up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serrated core is compatible with SPARROWS \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cut-away-practice-locks\"\u003ecut away locks\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/progressive-locks?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e8728fb15\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eprogressive\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sidewinder?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=8f74989bf\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eside winder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/0887\/7905\/files\/Serrated_5a059105-5284-4b3c-828f-6327ca93f37b_480x480.jpg?v=1767811710\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor removing a core it is recommended you have a plug follower. We have a few different options if you do not already have a plug follower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cspuibFMfl8\" height=\"560\" width=\"315\"\u003e\n\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPARROWS Lock Picks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591887782051,"sku":"SERRCORE","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/files\/SerratedCore2.jpg?v=1790866404"},{"product_id":"sidewinder","title":"Sidewinder","description":"\u003cp\u003eRe pinning a lock is a tedious task. This customizable lock is more than just a lock; it's a dynamic training tool. Meet our revolutionary sidewinder with a removable pin interface that helps you unlock your potential and hone your lock smithing abilities by putting you in control of the challenge. The bottom pins of this lock can be swapped out without any tools making it by far the easiest lock to re-pin available. This lets you easily change the configuration of the pins inside, creating a virtually endless array of lock-picking challenges with the extra pins and keys that are provided. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, you can adjust the difficulty to match your skill level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/or3urHSAmIM?si=z7erkHqZzOTNpgDO\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro tip: When re-pinning ensure you always match the number of bottom pins with the number of top pins. When this is shipped there are 5 top and 5 bottom pins \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPARROWS Lock Picks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591898529955,"sku":"SDLOCK","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/files\/8nMWE2aYchLUs2QaOrNgB_eXI0N9vL.png?v=1790866587"},{"product_id":"practice-lock-core-trainer","title":"Practice Lock: Core Trainer","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCore Trainer: Expand on our practice locks with this kit of different keyways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular keyway shapes in North America are SC1, Y1, KW1, and WR5. Getting to practice lock picking on these different keyways improves your general skills and muscle memory. These individual cores are designed to work with any of our cut-away, or progressive locks. They are not compatible with the clear locks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our current practice locks come with an SC1 keyway so by adding this set of KW1, Y1, and WR5 you will now be able to practice picking the big box four.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS IS JUST THE CORES. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYOU DO NEED TO PURCHASE ONE OF OUR CUT AWAYS OR PROGRESSIVE LOCKS. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you do not have it already a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/resin-plug-follower?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=7ed1d06bf\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eplug follower\u003c\/a\u003e and tweezers will be very handy to have when switching out cores. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sparrows Lock Picks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591903412387,"sku":"COREKWY","price":24.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/files\/CoreKit-1.jpg?v=1790866662"},{"product_id":"clear-acrylic-lock","title":"Clear Acrylic Lock","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Clear Acrylic Practice Lock\\n\\nIf you want to see all the movement of the pins and springs a clear Acrylic shell is the only way.\\nThis is a polished molded shell featuring pins and springs designed specifically for this lock.\\nThe result is a very clear view, comfortably hold and realistic lock picking action.\\n\\nAvailable with either standard or High Security pins\\n\\nThat is the most important part of this lock - the action and feedback is very similar to that of a real lock.\\nOther great feature if you are a lock picking instructor this lock can be used by both left and right handed students.\\nFinally the visual aspect of a clear lock makes it easier to see the pins.\\nEven with a cutaway window looking at small brass pins in a brass frame can be difficult for some.\\n\\nThe one question that we get is what is the difference between a Clear Acrylic practice lock and a Brass cut away.\\nA brass cutaway has a bit of a different feedback.\\nWith the brass pins on a brass shell the feedback that you feel in both the pick and in your fingers holding the shell is sharper.\\nThe clicks from picking are also a bit more natural to that of real lock.\\nThese differences are minor but as you gain experience you would notice them.\\n\\n\\nDIFFERENT TYPES\\n\\nStandard Pins - As the name suggests these are normal tube pins and this is where you want to start if you are new to lock picking.\\nSpool Pins - Shaped like roman columns these high security pins with shift and bind in the lock - get ready to learn what a false set is.\\nSerrated pins - The worst of the batch and the hardest of these locks to pick. 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By Changing the number of pins that are inside a lock you can increase or decrease the difficulty to picking that lock. A two pin lock is much easier to pick than a five pin lock. A progressive lock set help you learn by providing locks that get progressively harder. This set includes a 2pin, 3pin, 4pin and 5 pin standard lock with Schlage Key way. Each lock is also laser engraved so that you can easily keep track of what pin configuration is inside. So you might ask why no 1 pin lock .... trust us you don't need it.\u003cbr\u003eStart at 2 pin. These locks are also designed to work with our reload pin kit so you can make them any configuration your wish - Even a 6 pin lock with security pins. The large size of the locks also lets you pick in hand or in a vise. What is important to notice is all the rotating components are covered by the brass shell so when you do use a vise everything will still rotate. This set of practice locks make a great addition and training tool for any of our lock pick sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Re-load Kit to your cart for unlimited picking potential. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/0887\/7905\/products\/reload1_480x480.jpg?v=1643770724\" alt=\"Reload Training Kit\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xolUDl4Tv1c?si=V25BK9MvNBDSKGv3\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sparrow Lock Picks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591925170339,"sku":"QPROLOK","price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/files\/ProLocks.jpg?v=1790866833"},{"product_id":"gridlock-automotive-practice-lock","title":"Gridlock","description":"\u003cp\u003eSparrows Gridlock \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a reason as to why a coat hanger is the tool of choice for most Automobile lockouts.\u003cbr\u003ePicking a standard 10 wafer Automotive lock is a Huge challenge.\u003cbr\u003eMost often it is achieved by being stubborn with a pinch of lucky and a dash of skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gridlock set lets you develop that skill by working through three automotive locks of ever increasing difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/0887\/7905\/files\/Gridlock_480x480.jpg?v=1707499639\" alt=\"Gridlock automotive lock pick training\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilding from a 3 to a 6 to a full 10 wafer Automotive lock will allow you to develop the skill for picking wafers.\u003cbr\u003eWafer picking is an entirely different skill set when compared to pin tumbler picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard pin tumbler key is cut just along the top to lift the pins up into place letting you open the lock.\u003cbr\u003eA wafer lock key is cut on the top and bottom, this then moves the wafers Up and Down positioning them for the lock to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning to manipulate and rock those wafers into position is a skill ..... a skill that one day may get you a well deserved high five or a court appointed lawyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gridlock comes with 3 progressive wafer locks and an automotive tension wrench specific to appling tension to wafer locks. 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The end result is a lock that gets progressively harder to pick open.\u003cbr\u003eThe security pin positions a pinned from the keyway Standard, Security, Standard, Security, Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut maybe hard is not your thing ...why suffer...we get it...life is hard already. Perhaps some guy on the internet said lock picking was a fun, easy hobby. Well you're in luck as each pin is held in place with a hex nut. Included with THE REVOLVER are all the parts you need to remove some pins and make this an easier lock to pick open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also have included security pins and drilled THE REVOLVER to accept 6 pins for those of you who like to be humbled.\u003cbr\u003eAnd by humbled we mean to say, \"GET READY TO CRY IN FRONT OF THE MIRROR!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE REVOLVER will accept pins from our Reload set, The Check pins, and Master Key set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lock is a great addition to any of our lock pick sets to help you train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not compatible with the core kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe security pin positions are pinned from the keyway Standard, Security, Standard, Security, Standard.\u003cbr\u003eThe 6th pin position is empty for both Top and bottom picks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINCLUDED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE REVOLVER lock and a tin with some shiny stuff.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TawqlKebBOs?si=f8rPb14nLg7rfGeo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sparrow Lock Picks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591931199651,"sku":"REV","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/files\/Revolver_redone-1.jpg?v=1790866963"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8772\/2403\/collections\/Practice_lock_innner_page_banner_5a2e37c5-f5a8-4eea-b742-8ee317e14067.jpg?v=1793209259","url":"https:\/\/www.sparrowslockpicks.ca\/collections\/progressive-locks.oembed","provider":"SPARROWS ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}