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Step Into The Exciting and Fascinating World Of Locksmithing |
In our continuing effort to preserve the industrial arts we have created the Professional Locksmithing Course. Once again, ATI enables you to clearly see and understand all the details unlike ever before.
This complete locksmithing course consists of 16 hours of detailed, easy-to-follow instruction. We cover all types of lock mechanisms, showing you how to make keys for them and how to pick them. We even have a special section on antique locks that is tailored for the locksmith AND the collector!
We start with the history of locks, showing locks as much as 400 years old locks, and then we move into the different types of keys.
We tell you everything you need to know about keys, from key blanks and catalogs, to how to make keys.
We teach you how to hand-file and machine-cut:
- flat keys
- bit keys
- and cylinder keys.
We demonstrate three different methods of code cutting cylinder keys for padlocks, door locks and automotive applications. We use detailed close-ups to teach how to properly compare keys and use the catalogs to find the correct blanks.
Next we move on to lock mechanisms. We explain each lock mechanism in detail using diagrams, cutaways and super close-ups to show even the smallest details.
Here’s what you’ll learn about each type of lock.
- Warded Locks. We go over all the different types of warded locks including padlocks and old house locks. We not only teach how the mechanisms work, we show how to make a key from impressioning the lock AND we show you how to use the proper tools to pick open ANY warded lock! FAST!
- Lever Locks. Next we cover Lever locks, everything from the simplest cabinet lock, to sophisticated safe deposit locks. Lever locks are much harder to impression and pick, but our instructor gives you all the tips and tricks learned from over 40 years of locksmithing!
- Wafer/Cam Locks. Want one key to open ALL your tool boxes? No problem, we’ll show you how to do it!! We cover wafer style locks and cam locks in great detail, including “Chicago style” wafer locks and automotive wafer locks.Extreme close-ups, diagrams and cutaway locks take all the mystery out of wafer lock mechanisms. We even show you how to re-key, so one key can open many locks, and also how to pick and make keys for them.
- Antique Locks. In this special section we take an in-depth look at antique locks, covering all types of padlocks, handcuffs, door locks and banks. We discuss the lock mechanisms, show disassembly and repair tips, how to find and make keys and how to judge condition and authenticity. We show you how to purchase antique and collectible locks without getting ripped off.
- Pin Tumbler Locks. Using a special cutaway lock mechanism, we show you
the basic design and operation of pin tumbler locks, the main type of lock used in
homes, commercial and automotive applications.
We start with a basic pin tumbler cutaway to review design and operation. Then we cover residential and commercial:
- key-in-knob
- deadbolt
- combination lock systems.
- design
- assembly
- disassembly
- installation
- re-keying
- master keying
- picking and impressioning.
We finish this comprehensive section with high security lock systems including:
- key locks
- combination locks
- software-controlled
- electronic lock mechanisms.
You’ll be able to start work with both residential AND commercial clients right away!
Please call if you have any questions or would like any additional information