Blog not only from the world of lockpicking
Lockpicking – the art of opening locks without keys.
We create a blog not only about lockpicking. We regularly try to bring news from the field of locksmithing, safes, security and various events and workshops. Since the very beginning we have been organizing the only lockpicking championship in the Czech Republic, we have regularly participated in the international exhibition LockFest in Karlovy Vary and we have been trying to draw the public’s attention to the drawbacks of the lock systems. We also participate in other events, exhibitions and fairs, we publish in various magazines (Czech magazine Locksmith – Zámkař, Respekt magazine). Everything you can read on our blog about lockpicking.
If you are interested in writing an article on our blog not only on lockpicking or other topics in the field of locksmithing and security, feel free to contact our editorial office. Just write an e-mail or call and we will look at it together.
006/100 LOCKSPORT: When Lock Picking Becomes a Sport
LOCKSPORT: When Lock Picking Becomes a Sport Introduction to Locksport Locksport is a fascinating hobby and competitive discipline that involves opening locks without using the original key but only through non-destructive methods. Although it might seem like an [...]
005/100 Ethics in Lockpicking: Why Honesty Matters and How to Maintain a Good Reputation
ETHICS IN LOCKPICKING: Why Honesty Matters and How to Maintain a Good Reputation Introduction: Lockpicking is Not About Crime – It’s a Challenge and an Art Lockpicking is often viewed as something secretive and illegal. Many people [...]
004/100 The Most Common Types of Locks and Their Weaknesses
The Most Common Types of Locks and Their Weaknesses Locks are an essential part of our daily lives, protecting our homes, cars, offices, and valuables. While they may seem like impenetrable barriers, the truth is that every lock [...]
003/100 The Basics of Lockpicking: How to Get Started with This Fascinating Hobby
THE BASICS OF LOCKPICKING: How to Get Started with This Fascinating Hobby Lockpicking is not just a practical skill—it is an art, a science, and even a sport. Although it is often associated with illegal activities, it [...]
002/100 The History of Lockpicking Through Prominent Figures: Ten Masters Who Changed the World of Locks
THE HISTORY OF LOCKPICKING THROUGH PROMINENT FIGURES: Ten Masters Who Changed the World of Locks Lockpicking, the fascinating art of opening locks, has a rich history shaped by exceptionally talented and inventive individuals. Here, we introduce ten influential [...]
001/100 From Ancient Locks to Modern Masterpieces: The Evolution of Locksmithing Through the Centuries
FROM ANCIENT LOCKS TO MODERN MASTERPIECES: The Evolution of Locksmithing Through the Centuries Lockpicking—the art of opening locks without the original key—has a long and fascinating history. This skill, often shrouded in mystery, reflects the constant battle between [...]
100 Key Topics on Lockpicking and Security
100 Key Topics on Lockpicking and Security Throughout 2025, we’re bringing you a unique blog series exploring the world of locks, security, and non-destructive entry. Every Monday and Thursday, a new article dives into a timeless, engaging, and [...]
15 Years of ACL: Looking Back at Our History and Looking Ahead to the Future 🔐🎉
15 YEARS OF THE CZECH LOCKPICKERS ASSOCIATION | LOOKING BACK AT OUR HISTORY AND LOOKING AHEAD TO THE FUTURE 🔐🎉 This year, we celebrate 15 years of the Czech Lockpickers Association (ACL) on both the Czech and international [...]
12th Czech Lockpicking Championship 2024 – Eugene Ivanov Memorial
12th Annual Czech Lockpicking Championship – Spring 2024 Brings New Champions and a Fantastic Atmosphere For many years, the Czech Lockpicking Championship was traditionally held in the fall. However, 2024 brought a major change, as the 12th edition [...]
You can already register for the 12nd Czech Lockpicking Championship 2024
From February, 2024, you can register for the 12nd Czech Lockpicking Championship 2024, which will take place on April 12. 2024 in Marina Orlík. Find out more about the championship here. The registration [...]
Marina Orlík – info about accommodation (Lockpicking 2024)
INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING AT THE 12ND ANNUAL LOCKPICKING CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC 2024 This year's competition will again be held near the Vltava river, this time we will move a few tens of kilometers further from [...]
LockFest 2023 is over!
Lockfest 2023: The Largest Locksmith Trade Fair in the Czech Republic Every two years, the Lockfest trade fair takes place at the Thermal Hotel in Karlovy Vary, bringing together professionals from the security, locksmithing, and lockpicking industries. The [...]
11th Czech Lockpicking Championship 2022 – Eugene Ivanov Memorial
The 11th Czech Lockpicking Championship – A Gathering of Enthusiasts and Professionals After several years of pause, the Czech Lockpicking Championship was held again in October 2022. This 11th edition was a highly anticipated event, not only for Czech [...]
You can already register for the 11th Czech Lockpicking Championship 2022
From 1 August, 2022, you can register for the 11th Czech Lockpicking Championship 2022, which will take place on October 28-30 2022 in Marina Orlík. Find out more about the championship here. The registration [...]
Marina Orlík – info about accommodation (Lockpicking 2022)
INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING AT THE 11TH ANNUAL LOCKPICKING CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC 2022 This year's competition will again be held near the Vltava river, this time we will move a few tens of kilometers further from [...]
Regular ACL training sessions in Prague 2022
REGULAR ACL TRAINING IN PRAGUE, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! ACL training will now be open to the general public after prior registration. Come and take a look and get a glimpse into the world of this fascinating sport. If [...]
LockFest 2021 is Behind Us!
We can call it a successful weekend, but once again, it flew by quickly. After a long three-year break, the international exhibition LockFest took place on the last weekend of September at the Thermal Hotel in Karlovy Vary, Czech [...]
Mini Lockpicking Competition 2021
This year, we organized at least one small lockpicking competition as part of the international exhibition LockFest 2021, which took place on Saturday, September 25, 2021, in the afternoon at the Thermal Hotel in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. The [...]
Lockpicking & LockFest 2021
In the end, it passed quickly and finally we have a great event - LockFest. LockFest is a major international exhibition, a major event in the Czech Republic, where the security comes together. Foreign manufacturers and exhibitors, technicians and [...]
SURVEY – Lockpicking and Me
Census of Lockpickers 2021 – Results of the “Lockpicking and Me” Survey The survey has been successfully completed! In 2021, following the national census of population, houses, and apartments in the Czech Republic, we decided to conduct the [...]
Regular ACL training sessions 2021
ACL TRAINING SESSIONS IN KARLOVY VARY – NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Great news for castle lovers! ACL trainings are now open to the general public after prior registration. We have already organized spring and autumn trainings (2019-2020) in [...]
Looking Back at 2020 – What Happened and What Didn’t?
2020 IS BEHIND US?! WHAT HAPPENED & WHAT DIDN’T? Exactly a year ago, we counted down, “three, two, one… and soon it will be 2020,” stepping into the new year with excitement and big plans. However, none [...]
Lockpicking in the Czech online world (COVID-19 pandemic 2020)
WHAT’S HAPPENING RIGHT NOW? LOCKPICKING GOES VIRTUAL As we all know, we’ve had to retreat into the virtual world for a while. But there’s a silver lining—our community is growing stronger! Lockpickers are training more, and thanks to [...]
Trainings in lockpicking 2020 are behind us
A FEW TRAININGS HAVE BEEN MADE IN LOCKPICKING, BUT WE ALSO OPENED SAFES We organized several trainings in lockpicking, for the public or the association Narnie from Liberec. We also had a Czech-Hungarian training in Prague, where our colleagues not [...]
Wendt Open House 2020
EVERY TWO YEARS IN THE SAME PLACE – WENDT OPEN HOUSE Once again, the Wendt Open House 2020 took place in Bergheim, Germany, at A. Wendt GmbH (Zieh-Fix). This event is held every two years at the [...]