{"product_id":"visual-guide-to-lock-picking-third-edition-mark-mccloud-gonzalez-de-santos-9780970978868","title":"Visual Guide to Lock Picking: Third Edition | Mark McCloud \u0026 Gonzalez de Santos","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-description\" style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.75em; margin-bottom: 15px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2c3e50; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eVisual Guide to Lock Picking: Third Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAccolades \u0026amp; Praise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Definitive Manual:\u003c\/strong\u003e Widely acclaimed by professionals and hobbyists alike as the authoritative guide on understanding and picking locks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnparalleled Visual Aid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for its highly detailed, computer-generated graphics that completely dissect each lock type, exposing every moving part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eExtended Synopsis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eVisual Guide to Lock Picking\u003c\/em\u003e has long been regarded as the definitive resource for learning the intricate art and mechanics of lock picking. This extensively expanded Third Edition updates all previous illustrations with state-of-the-art, high-quality computer graphics, adding over 100 new pages of comprehensive instruction. It delves deep into the mechanics of pin tumblers, warded locks, wafer locks, tubular locks, combination padlocks, and lever locks, leaving no modern lock type unexplored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhat truly sets this acclaimed guide apart is its highly visual approach. Rather than relying on guesswork, amateur theories, or movie myths, readers are provided with accurate, professional-grade information. Each lock type is visually dissected to expose every internal moving part, followed by precise, step-by-step instructions on how to bypass them. From introducing the necessary tools to explaining the nuanced techniques required to hear that satisfying \"click,\" this book walks you through the entire process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhether you are a seasoned locksmith looking to hone your skills with advanced exercises or a beginner wanting to understand the technology that has kept thieves at bay for centuries, this book is an indispensable companion. Unlock the secrets of surprisingly sophisticated security designs and ensure you are never helpless in a lockout situation again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAbout the Authors \u0026amp; Contributors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark McCloud and Gonzalez de Santos\u003c\/strong\u003e are recognized experts in security and lock mechanics, dedicated to demystifying the trade. Their clear, analytical approach is brought to life by the detailed illustrations of \u003cstrong\u003eMirko Jugurdzija\u003c\/strong\u003e, making complex mechanical concepts easily digestible for readers of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eReader Targeting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eProfessional locksmiths and security personnel seeking a comprehensive reference companion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eHobbyists and mechanics interested in the tactile challenge and engineering of modern lock systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eHomeowners and individuals seeking practical knowledge to prevent emergency lockouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eBibliographic \u0026amp; Physical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"table-responsive\" style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; margin-bottom: 25px; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 650px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em; table-layout: fixed;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-bottom: 2px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px 10px; color: #2c3e50; width: 30%; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px 10px; color: #2c3e50; width: 70%; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e9780970978868\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eISBN-10\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e0970978863\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eStandard Publications, Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; 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