I think the way he talks relaxes the lock.

Hey LPL, I didn't know Lt. Malcolm personally but I remember seeing him around. I was in 1/8, Weapons Co at the same time. Lost a lot of good guys over there. As soon as you said his name I immediately knew who you were talking about. Good on ya for honoring him.

"I'm not sure why some of these locks are fairly easy and others are quite hard" Those might be the quality control issues you mentioned.

Lockpicklawyer: "it takes 30 min to pick this lock sometimes" Me:HOW MUCH FOR THE LOCK!? I HAVE TO HAVE IT NOW

Being a veteran Im surprised to know we ever had anything of this quality at any point

Every time he switches tensioners, I can't help but laugh at how slick he just let's it fall away like a used rocket booster on the Space Shuttle 🤣

You are the Bob Ross of physical security

If a lock-picking lawyer needs half an hour to open a lock in ideal conditions sitting beside his desk that lock is pretty much pick-proof...

When I was in Germany in the early 70's we had these locks securing our arms room. We had an alert early one morning and couldn't find the armorer. One of my PFC's said he could open the arms room. I told him was crazy. He took out the key for his Volkswagen put it in the key way and wiggled it a little bit and the the lock opened. Lost all confidence in the Army's security practices.

As I watch these videos I find myself asking. Who are you? Are you actually a lawyer? How do you have this god-like skill to pick a Munitions lock in minutes? Are you secretly a crime Lord? So many questions. But for some reason I just keep watching you pick locks.

The fact that this lock sometimes takes him 30 minutes means that this is a world class military lock.

We want LPL Merch! T-Shirts: "Nothing on One" Caps: "Three is Binding"

1LT Dan Thomas Malcom, United States Marine Corps, Lima class of 2001

This would be quite difficult to pick while it's hanging on some ammo crate or similar ....

Immediately, I went to the BBC story and read it. I honor the men I served with every single day.

I was at Camp Fallujah then. Sorry about your friend. Semper Fidelis.

I read up on Dan and how he made sure his men were out even after already being hit with a sniper bullet. That was courageous and a great sacrifice he made for his men. That's unbelievable courage. Thanks for sharing this with us!

Lt. Daniel Malcolm was a courageous young man who paid the ultimate price to protect his comrades and his country. May he R.I.P .

“Very difficult to pick” opens this thing in a few minutes with no resets.

I don't want to be insensitive, but how cool is it that LPL had a friend literally named Lt Dan

This looks similar to the core used in the Ingersoll locks that they still make today that look like this bit bigger. Someone asked bill once if those could be picked. He responded, 'not by normal humans. There you go, you are a mutant. Your power is lock picking.

This lock is similar to the ones I opened on scores of occasions that secured our pyro lockers and magazines when I was a Gunner's Mate (Guns) in the navy, except our locks were a bit longer and the lock body was a solid piece of steel. They could be a pain to open at times, and I'm embarrassed to admit that I broke off a key in at least one, incurring the wrath of our leading chief. Believe me you, Chief Rodriguez wasn't happy about having to get that lock opened once we pulled back in port.

Sorry about your friend. The act of switching the side you're working on while maintaining tension and multiple tension tools "in the wild" seems like it would be extraordinarily difficult, so I suspect these locks would be much more difficult to pick while serving their intended purpose. Great video as always!

Thank you Lt. Malcolm - A TRUE AMERICAN HERO

I would like to see you take this core apart. How exactly does the insertion of the key translate to rotating those discs so the gates line up? Interesting mechanism.

I was an AMMO troop in the USAF from 2005-2009 and I instantly recognized that lock when I saw the thumbnail. We used the same lock (although the housing/body was made with a smoother surface, not sure of the type of metal) to secure all 100+ munition storage facilities (ie. "earth covered igloos"). I always wondered how easy they would be to pick. Thanks for the video!

Thank you for your service Lieutenant. Semper Fi brother.

I know I'm about 2 years late, but thank you for sharing your friend's story. God bless our Marines and all of our Soldiers & Sailors fighting to keep us free.

I remember when I was in JROTC in the 1980s our armory was secured by this lock.

Dang... I had two of these in my hand the other day, with the Ingersoll 10 lever core with keys. I really wanted to try and pick one. But the price was a little too high. - They were in pristine condition, not even a scratch or spot of rust or anything on them. Thank you for covering one of these.

Didn't know that you were a Citadel graduate! Shoutout to SC

What I enjoyed the most about this video is how well it illustrates your genuineness. You respect this lock, and you make that obvious. You make no effort to hide your disdain for locks that suffer from terrible design flaws or a lack of sufficient security measures, but you also openly praise locks that meet your standards. You don't make it about how easily YOU can pick a lock, you focus entirely on the lock and discuss it in practical terms. You create these videos and perform these tasks for us with minimal ego, and that's what makes them such a joy to watch.

I loved that core, I could study that for an hour, have never seen anything like it. Thanx for the great ... lock geek content!

Imagine LPL being on a MI team and explaining how the lock he's picking works to his teammates when the bad guys are just about to arrive

This has to be one of the harder locks I’ve seen him pick.

very interesting-watching this for the third time now. This was used on arms rooms in the army in the mid 80s specifically, most likely earlier and later. I got slotted and attended a special course after being cross trained as an armorer (what a benefit!!!! LoL) and that course was locks and opening them(or however they termed it). We actually discussed the "arms room" locks currently in use in pretty good detail and their theoretical vulnerabilities. Was a cool "extra" course as a young soldier.

Thank you Sir, I've been using this method (twin tension tools) to *attempt to open the Ingersoll 10 lever I have to no avail unfortunately. Great to finally see a legit pick and gut, well done!

Thank you so much. My father was a marine, and this was a very cool way of honoring this day.

Should try to pick it while its actually locked to something so you cant keep spinning it, would be fun to see you struggle for once

Great videos man! When I was in the US Navy (Surface not Sub) many years ago we had these locks on the torpedo and missile magazine doors. They were there to keep bored sailors and contractors and such honest. The weak link was the doors themselves. I won't elaborate on the doors, but in addition to the lock there were also armed security patrols and alarms. Because there may or may not have been nuclear weapons in the missile magazine, the lock key was kept inside a small safe with a combo lock which was in turn kept inside a bigger safe with a combo lock. Known as the inner and outer safes, no one person had both combos. You had inner combo holders and outer combo holders and it took one of each to get the key to the lock, after alarms were turned off (2 people) and sentries were posted. It is called the 2 man rule. No person is ever allowed to be alone with nuclear weapons, even if they were just going in to do something as routine as magazine temperature checks.

"These locks are very hard to fine. Practically antiques. TREASURES even! You are a lucky man to have gotten such a good deal on it!" "Yeah, any more pricey and it would REALLY suck to pick and gut it!" "...Is it too late to cancel the shipping?"

I only just watched this video right now, but Dan was a true patriot, he’ll be in my prayers.

Amen for Lt. Daniel Malcolm.

This guys voice reminds me of how soothing the king of random was before he passed, so glad i found another youtuber who i dont find annoying and with interesting content. Love this guy! weird question though since he says hes a lawyer, does he use his knowledge to help convict/ or get off people.

I would love to see a video of you picking a lock with the mechanism removed from the body, it will give more of an idea as to what you are doing inside the lock

Years ago, I had a similar lock (externally, it looked the same) that had many flat plates (don't remember but I think it was something like 78 plates) stacked in the core and it used a double-sided key. Motorcycle thieves on Okinawa used a screwdriver with a lever to shear the pins on regular locks. They tried unsuccessfully to open the lock I used. Fortunately, I was still able to open the lock with the key. I disassembled it and found that they had damaged some of the plates. The lock continued to provide security until I left Okinawa.

Lt Malcolm, rest in peace shipmate. With greatest respect. LCDR, USN(Ret)

Semper Fi, Lt. Malcolm. Going out on the birthday of the Marine Corps is a Devil Dog way to go!

When he says, "Nothing on one, nothing on two . . .," it makes me think of a dental visit.

I'm impressed that you took the time to mention Lt. Malcolm and his heroism. I enjoy your channel and hope you continue to make these fascinating videos.

RIP Lt. Daniel Malcolm. America salutes you

I worked Munitions in the USAF. The modern munitions locks of this style were tricky the open even with the key, and required periodic lubrication with Molybdenum Disulfide.

Great video and wow! Godspeed to you sir 🇺🇸

That took you the longest to pick of any lock I've seen you pick! It also seems like it would be impossible to pick, if it was actually attached to something. Well done, Miracle!

I know these video is older but I have to say thank you and sorry for your loss. Looks like he was really helping and making sure his men were safe. I have two older nephews one with five deployments and one with four I cannot imagine if something was ever to happen to them. They are true Patriots who believe in defending America and others in time of need.

Thank you for Dan to serve our country LPL.

that was such an awesome core. I have learned so much from you.

I just happen to be watching this on November 10th, exactly 15 years after your friend died. Sounds like a great person. Sorry for your loss, and thank you to our troops.

I'm impressed with any lock that this man takes longer than 1 minute to pick. A lock that takes 5 or 30 id be more than confident to use on anything i own. Great work Lockpickinglawyer! Always enjoyable to watch your skills in action.

Thank you for sharing, not just the lock picking, but the memory and sacrifice of your Marine friend, Lt Malcolm.

Whenever you count the pins with a pick it reminds me of being at the dentist. Loving your work.

thank you for your service and RIP to your friend!

Thanks for your service sir! Not to make light of the situation, but what a coincidence. Lieutenant Dan!! I told you if you ever became a shrimp boat captain that I'd be your first mate, but don't think that I'm gonna be calling you sir!! Lol

I just won a CS711 12mm open shackle in eBay from U.K. a few days ago on it's way from England. After seeing this I'm not too worried about it getting bypassed when I'm in the store : )

Ingersoll is actually my great grandparent’s brand, they originated that in paola, ks- my home town

Respect to your friend ! That's an awful situation! That was a very impressive pick on that ingasol lock ! I did save a picking video on the same lock but it's been deleted . Well done!!!

I am not a trained locksmith, but I am a trained (now retired ) P.I. ...I enjoy opening pad locks when the key has been lost, I do it while watching TV as it is all about feel rather than sight, it really is relaxing.

Beautiful message at beginning. It's cool you sent us here from the future just a few days away from memorial day.

Sorry about your buddy Dan Malcolm.✌ I have one of these locks, can't remember which core I have. Awesome lock and great ping pong pick as usual.😎✌🇦🇺

Thanks for the mention of that LT. He deserves our love and respect. Thank you again for the video.

Not sure how many went and read the story you linked. I did. The story moved me. I was even more amazed later in the clip, where you said sometimes these locks take you 2-3 minutes, other times a 1/2 hour... I have watched hundreds? of your clips, and that's more time than I have imagined any lock could last against you, you just make it look so easy, even though I know it is not.

I was an Armorer in the 82nd ABN. about 1989-90. when MY unit changed out the Padlock I kept the old one. IT is one of the 10-lever ones. I don't have the regular key. but do have what I was told is the Maintenance key. when you use the key if you turn it counter clock wise, you can pull the tumbler out with the key.

You went to the Citadel? Wow!! Sorry for your loss, LPL. Lost a good friend in Baghdad myself.

Rip LT. Malcom. And we appreciate the service of both you and your fallen friend.

We had one just like this on the arms room of my unit in Italy. Definitely had this style core. Late 1970s.

Thanks for sharing your friend's story. Sounds like he also enjoyed teaching and helping people. We need more people like that.

Finally something you didn't pick in under 15 seconds! Interesting double sided core. Sorry to hear about your buddy. I'll have a read of the BBC article.

Fully agree with with you on the tolerances. I've managed to open (one of) mine and made a key for it (had none) but for the moment I can't manage to pick it on camera. Was a pain to completely disassemble but worth it :) At least got the assembly on camera :D Happy memorial day.

good on you LPL I'm sorry about your friend. Thanks for all the content

Nice piece of lock history. Thanks for sharing.

much respect to your friend Lt. Daniel Malcolm rest in peace sir. that is one awesome lock. looks cool, seems to work pretty damn good.

great picking as usual glad you switched up from bike locks thank you

Love your extensive knowledge on locks. Thank you

Thank you for sharing is story. Once again, your videos are wonderful

My respects to Lt. Daniel Malcolm. How are the laminated segments of the lock body held together, especially those in the shackle guard portion at the top of the lock?

"We honor military service" Me: oh my god he's going to lockpick the military now!!!

That is such an intriguing device. Thank you for this one. Also respect to our service members.

I grew up on military bases during this time and my dad was a small arms instructor, and I remember these locks!

2:21 That is a nice sound! :O

I love these history lessons. Keep em coming. Semper Fi

An amazing lock and video. Thanks for posting. I checked out the other post for your friend. I'm very sorry for your loss. Thank you for your service. I never was in the service, in fact I hate war because my dad came back from WWII very messed up. They didn't have PTSD back then. He drank a lot. We never got along because of it but I respected him. It wasn't until 6 years ago when I took him to the WWII memorial during an honour flight that I finally found out what he went through. He never spoke of it before but he fought on Guadalcanal & Iwo Jima. He was chosen during our trip to help place the wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. I could never be more proud of my dad day. He's still kicking today at 97. Semper fi

Great presentation. Fantastically interesting core.

Rest in peace Daniel Malcolm and all the military people who died for their country

As a car guy, I will now classify this lock as a “flat 10”

2 1/2 years later and the link is still active. Thank you, Lt. Malcom.

I read the article thx for sharing about this brave friend of yours

Usually 10-15 minutes but can take 30" *checks time" oh. 5 minutes left. I guess he got a new record then

that's an awesome core I could mess with that for days, looks like a giant pain in the ass to pick

RIP Lt. Malcom and all the others who gave their all for others.

This fellow veteran salutes your fallen friend. Thanks for posting another outstanding LPL clip.