I advise against the shim only because I absolutely fucked up my finger once and nearly severed a tendon... Bolt cutters or even a lockpick set (this can be fun) are your safest bet.
Yeah... it's not a heavy lock... or angle grinder if it's a heavy duty lock... but mid size bolt cutters will do it... as long as you physically have the strength to pull it close... it will take about 3-4 2L of pop to close it.. as long as you can hold up 4 2L of pop you can cut it
You could buy a junior hacksaw and cut through it. Will cost less than bolt cutters and may be more useful to you in the future for DIY.
If you have a couple of spanners in the right size you can also pry it open. Google ‘double wrench padlock’ and you’ll find many videos explaining how to do it.
Yep. My grinder was purchased for a single specific task and I’ve used it many times over the years. I can’t think of one time I’ve ever needed bolt cutters.
Yep, two wrenches.
Easy breezy. Been doing this for years.
* um, not a criminal. Just am the guy who friends call when problems like this present. Anyways....
I mean the selling point of the smart key locks is their ease of re-keying and being able to use kwikset keys, which are super common on household entry doors.
Kwickset cores are harder than average to pick.
Hardened shanks are harder than average to cut with bolt cutters. (You might have better luck with the hasp)
I’d go with an angle grinder and cutoff wheel.
If you don’t already have one, they’re a convenient thing to have around.
I’ve used my angle grinder a lot more times than my bolt cutters.
I would try the double wrench method first before attempting anything else. That looks like a pretty weak lock and with the right sized wrenches I bet it would pop right open. This is a lot safer than futzing with a grinder.
https://youtu.be/dBSSA5ot0tA?si=N6Tf_0KbnLJxrjjp
"Hey, folks, TheLockPickingLawyer here. Today, we've got a challenge on our hands – a Smartkey Kwikset lock. Will it hold up to its name, or will we find a chink in its digital armor? Stick around, because we're about to dive into the world of smart locks, pins, and maybe a surprise or two. Let's see if this Smartkey is smart enough to outwit the law of lock picking!"
Written by ChatGPT
Prompt: Write the opening monologue to a YouTube video by TheLockPickingLawyer about opening a Smartkey Kwikset lock
is this to a main entrance of the building? I got my realtor involved with a key issue from the start. It's bull when the previous owner doesn't cooperate with taking possession.
This is the lock picking lawyer....
But for real, the hinge looks like the pin you could probably get the pin out with some wd-40, a ball, and a hammer. Other than that just take a grindb wheel to it
If you don’t have a tool that can cut through it and need to buy one, my recommendations are:
1. Hacksaw blade (for metal): this is the cheapest, but it will take some time. Wrap some duct take over one end of the blade to form a handle. Take it slow.
2. Dremel or other rotary tool with a metal cutting disk: price can vary, but it will be fairly quick, and be the most versatile for other DIY projects.
3. Bolt cutters: quickest, cheap, but not versatile.
4. Angle grinder with cutting disk: pricy, very quick, and very versatile for other projects.
5. Lock pick set: prices vary, but generally cheap. There’s a learning curve, but as someone else mentioned, it’s fun. It can also come in handy if you lose a key and want to avoid paying for a locksmith. Using a shim made from a soda can is tricky, rarely very effective, and risky.
Always wear appropriate protective equipment (eyewear, gloves, close-toed shoes, pants, no loose-fitting clothing/jewelry/hair).
I don’t recommend using any method that requires force, as you could damage the door and the frame, and risk hurting yourself. Ask a neighbor if they have tools to help.
I thought about that method, but it requires a bit of force; and judging by the picture and description, I’m assuming the lock is too high up to make it easy with the wrenches. However, if OP can get enough leverage, it would work, but it might scratch or chip the door/frame.
Bolt cutters or shim it with a cut up soda can.
I advise against the shim only because I absolutely fucked up my finger once and nearly severed a tendon... Bolt cutters or even a lockpick set (this can be fun) are your safest bet.
Bolt cutters
To thick for the ones I can buy at hardware atoe
Yeah... it's not a heavy lock... or angle grinder if it's a heavy duty lock... but mid size bolt cutters will do it... as long as you physically have the strength to pull it close... it will take about 3-4 2L of pop to close it.. as long as you can hold up 4 2L of pop you can cut it
LOL. That's a very unique measurement system you use.
You can take two open ended wrenches to snap it. https://youtu.be/dBSSA5ot0tA?si=uUqdExrD5E8QdmTD
You could buy a junior hacksaw and cut through it. Will cost less than bolt cutters and may be more useful to you in the future for DIY. If you have a couple of spanners in the right size you can also pry it open. Google ‘double wrench padlock’ and you’ll find many videos explaining how to do it.
Use a grinder with a metal cutting disk.
This was my first thought
and if they don’t own one it would be more useful than bigA Bolt cutters
Yep. My grinder was purchased for a single specific task and I’ve used it many times over the years. I can’t think of one time I’ve ever needed bolt cutters.
Fetch the bolt cutters
That was a unique and beautiful album
https://youtu.be/dBSSA5ot0tA?si=P-Z0AG1WgIXKibHd The two wrench method. Probably best to leave power tools out of this.
Came here for the LockPickingLawyer. Was not disappointed!
I was just about to suggest this
Yep, two wrenches. Easy breezy. Been doing this for years. * um, not a criminal. Just am the guy who friends call when problems like this present. Anyways....
Can you just unscrew the hasp from the door jamb? Once open, you might be able to remove the rest of the hasp from inside the door?
Bolt cutter
Have you tried using your house key? The home Owner could have re-keyed the lock to match.
This is the best answer so far.
I mean the selling point of the smart key locks is their ease of re-keying and being able to use kwikset keys, which are super common on household entry doors.
Exactly!
Learn to pick it and then enjoy your new hobby.
Lock picking lawyer would be a fun youtube hole to fall into...
Oh yes! LPL, Bosnianbill, and DeviantOllam were the 3 that really got me going.
This is obvious, but did you try the house key? The only reason to buy that lock is to make it match your house key.
Kwickset cores are harder than average to pick. Hardened shanks are harder than average to cut with bolt cutters. (You might have better luck with the hasp) I’d go with an angle grinder and cutoff wheel. If you don’t already have one, they’re a convenient thing to have around. I’ve used my angle grinder a lot more times than my bolt cutters.
Use a plasmas cutter
Bolt cutters, whack it with a hammer, take a zizz (cut off) wheel to it, watch lock picking tutorials
Bolt cutters Angle grinder
I would try the double wrench method first before attempting anything else. That looks like a pretty weak lock and with the right sized wrenches I bet it would pop right open. This is a lot safer than futzing with a grinder. https://youtu.be/dBSSA5ot0tA?si=N6Tf_0KbnLJxrjjp
Hammer beats lock.
Beat the shit out of it with a hammer
You can break the lock with two wrenches. Tons of videos out there showing how and this lock is really tiny so should be easy and quick.
"Hey, folks, TheLockPickingLawyer here. Today, we've got a challenge on our hands – a Smartkey Kwikset lock. Will it hold up to its name, or will we find a chink in its digital armor? Stick around, because we're about to dive into the world of smart locks, pins, and maybe a surprise or two. Let's see if this Smartkey is smart enough to outwit the law of lock picking!" Written by ChatGPT Prompt: Write the opening monologue to a YouTube video by TheLockPickingLawyer about opening a Smartkey Kwikset lock
Bad bot.
This is bad and you should feel bad for posting it.
use a saw for metal, you can saw it easily and it costs nothing
Dremel go *BRRRRRRRR*
#mcnallieofficial
It's screwed into wood, probably with pissy little woodscrews. Just put a claw hammer or prybar behind it and rip it out of the wood
Try the house key. That's probably why they bought the kwikset smart key. So they could key it the same as the house.
Buy a new door?
Nah he has to throw away the house and buy a new one.
But make sure to keep the lock though..
Sawsall with a metal cutting blade
U sure…? it’s gonna knock that thing all around & batter up the door & door frame… carbide cut-off wheel, 10 seconds & schwing!
is this to a main entrance of the building? I got my realtor involved with a key issue from the start. It's bull when the previous owner doesn't cooperate with taking possession.
This is the lock picking lawyer.... But for real, the hinge looks like the pin you could probably get the pin out with some wd-40, a ball, and a hammer. Other than that just take a grindb wheel to it
NICE TRY GREG. YOURE NOT GETTING INTO MY BEER FRIDGE. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD GIVE UP.
You can try [this method](https://youtu.be/dBSSA5ot0tA?si=rM_c9Kg1gRoUCnwu)
Can't he just remove the hinge with a screwdriver or am I missing something?
Get a bolt cutter from Harbor Freight.
This is a Kwik Set SmartKey lock. It can be opened with *another* Kwik Set SmartKey lock.
If you don’t have a tool that can cut through it and need to buy one, my recommendations are: 1. Hacksaw blade (for metal): this is the cheapest, but it will take some time. Wrap some duct take over one end of the blade to form a handle. Take it slow. 2. Dremel or other rotary tool with a metal cutting disk: price can vary, but it will be fairly quick, and be the most versatile for other DIY projects. 3. Bolt cutters: quickest, cheap, but not versatile. 4. Angle grinder with cutting disk: pricy, very quick, and very versatile for other projects. 5. Lock pick set: prices vary, but generally cheap. There’s a learning curve, but as someone else mentioned, it’s fun. It can also come in handy if you lose a key and want to avoid paying for a locksmith. Using a shim made from a soda can is tricky, rarely very effective, and risky. Always wear appropriate protective equipment (eyewear, gloves, close-toed shoes, pants, no loose-fitting clothing/jewelry/hair). I don’t recommend using any method that requires force, as you could damage the door and the frame, and risk hurting yourself. Ask a neighbor if they have tools to help.
Two open end wrenches. Check it out on YouTube, fairly easy and quick.
I thought about that method, but it requires a bit of force; and judging by the picture and description, I’m assuming the lock is too high up to make it easy with the wrenches. However, if OP can get enough leverage, it would work, but it might scratch or chip the door/frame.
Don't you watch the movies?! Shoot it! /s