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Customer Reviews for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230

DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230

Item# 1994750
Pick set contains 7 popular pick blade instruments plus one tension tool. Polished stainless steel handles with hardened spring steel blades. Includes leather case. This item is not for sale in the state of California, Illinois, Michigan or Florida. Customers are responsible for checking local codes and regulations prior to purchase. Product not intended for illegal use. Material Type Stainless steel, Case Included Yes, Includes qty. 8.
Average Customer Rating:
4.929 out of 5
4.9
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14 of 14(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Review 1 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

One of the Best!

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October 8, 2012
By CairoJim
from Cairo, MS 38841
"This lock pick set has all the most important picks you should need for most common locks. I was skeptical when purchasing this set, however, I do believe it is the best one out there for the money. I have a little knowledge of tumblers, etc, but I was able to open a common spare lockset I had in the shop in less than a minute. I tried another set I had, and it took me just a little over a minute. The key is the amount of pressure you exert on the tension bar, which comes with it. The tension must not be too much, yet just enough that will turn the lock when the tumblers align. I highly recommend this set to the beginner or novice. Instructions were of little value, so I watched a few YouTube videos to get the hang of it."
Describe Yourself: Home Handyman
+4points
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Review 2 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Practical and useful

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January 9, 2012
By Jiwr
from San Cristobal, TA
"A product with very good finish. Now when I miss a key, I have this help. No more broken locks and I have time to find my keys,"
Describe Yourself: Home Handyman
+3points
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Review 3 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

a good starter kits

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June 13, 2011
By Anonymous
from NJ
"This is a great starter set for someone to learn how to be a locksmith or if you are just interested and curious. The links in the guide are very helpful. good price. geat service"
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+1point
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Review 4 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good first set

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March 14, 2011
By KenC6382
from Western NM
"I discovered that a good knowledge of how to open locks without destroying them would be a good idea when I lost a key. This set worked very well and I can now open most locks in under a minute. There are no instructions with the set and with the variety of locks out there it would be difficult to provide one. There are lots of videos on the internet to learn from so not a big deal. I would certainly recommend these as a first lock pick set"
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+3points
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Review 5 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great product

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November 16, 2010
By JayBob
from Summerville, SC
"For the price, I expected much less quality in this item. These picks have an awesome feel to them and immediately give the impression of first-rate quality. Much higher quality than the hand-made items I used previously. I was expecting some form of instructions in them, but the only thing in it was a piece of paper with very poor english on it regarding the materials and such. If you're familiar with lock-picking, this will be no problem, otherwise you'll need to look up a general tutorial online."
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+2points
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Review 6 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good basic picks

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November 18, 2008
By Xenochem
from Boston
"Having used these picks for almost a year I would recommend them as a good deal in basic picks. They fit a large range of locks and have held up well with only slight wear on the tips."
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+1point
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Review 7 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

awesome pick set

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August 11, 2008
By bigkaupa
from New Richland, mn
"I have a more in depth review on youtube but I will put one here too
Great pick set for a begginer comfortable, look great, and work very well the double sided tension wrench works very well in almost all locks and because it is ridgid it will give better feedback.
The case works very well has a nice belt loop for carrying on a belt durable doesn't wear very much at all great set I try to carry mine at all times (you never know) I have had to use it a few times and after a little practice I could open most locks.
One piece of advise I have for anyone who buys this is that a little bit of tape or shrink tubbing on the hooks will serve you well as single pin picking for a long time can be painful if you push your finger on the bottom of the pick.
Over all a great product would reccomend it to anyone."
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+3points
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Review 8 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Dino Lock Pick Set

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August 11, 2008
By Toolswilltravel
from NJ/PA
"Got them quickly first of all. Quality is great, good choice of picks for the price. Locked my keys in the shed and pulled out the DinoPick Set and minutes later I had my keys back."
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Review 9 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Lock Picks

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January 14, 2008
By Gram
from Ohio
"Our grandson always admired his uncle who has been known for his abilities and amateur escape performances. Therefore, his desire was to start where his uncle did with getting locks unlocked with special picks. He was overjoyed with the lock pick set we ordered from you and gave to him for Christmas. He worked on every lock he could find in our house on Christmas day until he had blisters on his fingers but was the happiest boy around when he found he was able to open every single one."
+4points
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Review 10 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5

Lock Pick Set

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January 14, 2008
By 55CHEVYFAN
from NC
"I am an amateur locksmith and have made all my lock picking tools until I located this set on Northern's web site. The set was delivered on the expected shipping date and I used the set the next day to unlock a co-workers filing cabinet. The set has functioned well for me. The only suggestion that I would offer would be to make the cylinder turner longer and taper the ends."
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0points
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Review 11 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Very Nice Lock Pick!

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January 14, 2008
By lukeborn
from Belton, MO
"This lock pick set is very well made, strong design and comfortable grip are a nice combo. Being completely new to lock picking I was able to rake the first lock in 10 minutes! I would buy this set again."
Describe Yourself: Total Beginner
+1point
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Review 12 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

DINO 8-Pc. Lock Pick Set, Model# RGN-230

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July 9, 2007
By peteinmd
from frederick,md
"paid for itself with first use! high quality, well made! some instructions for the novice would have been nice, but not the end of the world, buy 1 you won't be disappointed!"
Describe Yourself: Home Handyman
+2points
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Review 13 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great value

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March 9, 2007
By Takoateli
from NY
"I bougth this set to replace some of my picks which I lost or broke. This set is well made and the price is right. Other companies sell equally priced inexpensive sets which lack the nice handles which are very important if you really use them."
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Review 14 for DINO Lock Picks - 8-Pc. Set, Model# RGN-230
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5

DINO 8-Pc. Lock Pick Set

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March 6, 2007
By DJ01
from Maine
"I have had very good luck with these picks. They are well made. The steel handle's make them easy to hold and easy to use unlike other brands that are the same diameter all over. I would defiently recommend these if you are in need of picks. You can't beat the price. Nothern Tool saved me over $10.. Great product."
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