How to Pick a Lock With Scissors

How to Pick a Lock With Scissors
Written By
Janel Lucas
Janel Lucas
Published: Nov 26, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Ordinary combination or key locks, usually found around the home or in the office, can be opened easily when using scissors and the proper method.

Things You Will Need

  • Lock
  • Scissors with small blades
  1. Insert a pair of scissors into the hole of the lock as deeply as you can. The blades should be thin enough to fit into the whole of the lock. Instead of office or kitchen scissors, smaller scissors such manicuring or cuticle scissors are best suited for this procedure. Hold the scissors with firm but gentle pressure.

  2. Turn the scissors counter clock wise, from left to right, once the scissors are deeply inserted into the lock.

  3. Shift and move the scissors around until the lock is opened. It may take a few tries to successfully unlock the lock.

The Drip Cap

  • Not being able to get into a locker, drawer or cabinet can be a very aggravating situation.
  • Ordinary combination or key locks, usually found around the home or in the office, can be opened easily when using scissors and the proper method.
  • The blades should be thin enough to fit into the whole of the lock.

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Photo Credits

lock image by Dwight Davis from Fotolia.com

lock image by Dwight Davis from Fotolia.com

Janel Lucas

Janel Lucas has been writing since 2007, specializing in fashion and beauty topics. Her work has appeared on multiple online magazines and websites, including the World News Network and DavidEikon.com. Lucas holds an Associate of Arts in…

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