Video Cracking A Combination Lock
Have an old bike combination lock that you can't remember the code for? If it's a simply four-digit cable lock, you can easily figure out the combination with a quick peck-and-go method.
Best of all, this technique doesn't require any tools or special know-how, and let's you reuse the cable lock again versus just damaging it with bolt cutters. All you need is a bit of patience and you'll have your figure out your combo in no time. Also, it should also go without saying—don't be a jerk and use this to steal bikes. And if it's this easy to crack a rotary bicycle lock, then maybe you should just upgrade to a stronger lock anyway (remember your code or key this time).
Step 1: Set Starting Point Get all of the same digits to line up at the starting position. You can start with any digits, but it just makes sense to start at 1. The method here is to tug at each end until you see a gap form. For example, when the first number has the correct digit, you'll notice a small gap between the first and second slots.
Crack open any Master combination lock in 8 combinations or less! This online tool and new technique will allow you to learn the combination of any Master combo lock with only eight attempts maximum: By Samy Kamkar 2nd part (explanation) here: 3rd part (Motorized Combo Breaker) here: WHY NOT A SHIM? Shimming is an awesome technique for quickly opening older locks, however all of the newer Master combination locks don't allow shimming: Also, using this technique recovers the actual combo so you can reuse the lock.
How To Crack A Master Lock Combination
NOTE: If you only find ONE locked position under 11, try to find two locked positions between 10 and 20, and remove the first digit. So if '13' and '17' lock up, enter '3' and '7' as the locked positions into the tool. Leave a comment below!
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