Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 04/09/2026Forgot to mention I was away. Well now I'm returning! 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 31/08/2026I bought some neat old locks today. And I spent more than I should have doing it. If you know about these, tell me! 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 27/08/2026We try very hard not to give TASBot things that can be weaponized 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 27/08/2026Makerspace got a really neat donation today. These things are terrifying. Check out this one showing its thousands of stitches per minute 300
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 17/08/2026Little bit of the monthly locksport meetup, repining to make things harder on myself. I like the pain. 010
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 10/08/2026I'm no stranger to travel. I spent a number of years working for a hotel company and traveling the country professionally. But that was nearly 10 years ago. Sometimes I glorify travel in my mind and forget the reality, but man I've done 6 cons this year, still have at least one more, and I'm TIRED. 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 10/08/2026Thanks for having us out @liretro.bsky.social ! 010
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 09/08/2026Not only was the costume perfect, he had the entire animation cycle down as well. People were stopping him for photos and he would perfectly pose. Awesome. 252
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 03/08/2026Our friends at Sparrows lockpicks helped me get my hands on 10 of their revolver trainers. Picked my way around, excited to repin and keep going. Check it out here: www.sparrowslockpicks.com/products/the... #totallynotshilling 011
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 31/07/2026This has got to be something special for that low a price. 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 28/07/2026I didn't buy too much mixer, I simply bought too little desk 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 28/07/2026Man this year is a lot of cons for me, already up to 4 and I've got at least one more scheduled for August! 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 25/07/2026I've come to collect your tickets to flavor town 230
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 24/07/2026Bridges and Bourbon is really worth the trip to Pittsburgh 010
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 24/07/2026I'm just a pleb, not cool staff or anything, not teaching lock picking (officially) 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 23/07/2026Man I spend a lot of time in registration lines 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 20/07/2026Guess I'm on my way to Pittsburgh for Tekko this week! Anyone else? 010
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026This should get you started. Reach out if you have questions or suggestions. I love learning about new suppliers and playing with their toys! 12/12 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026Similarly priced, Sparrows offers their "Night School" set. This isn't repinnable, but it does give you some solid cores with security pins to play with: www.sparrowslockpicks.com/products/nig... 11/12sparrowslockpicks.comSparrows Night SchoolEverything you need to learn how to lock pick in a convenient case. The Night school set comes with 4 lock picks 6 tension wrenches, making it a great starting kit for beginners. 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026How about bundles? One stop shop for a good time! The one I recommend right out of the gate is Covert Instruments's Learn Lockpicking Bundle. $65 and you get a good set of picks, turners, and the fantastic repinnable CI Practice Lock: covertinstruments.com/collections/... 10/12covertinstruments.comLearn Lockpicking BundleThe complete beginner-to-intermediate lockpicking setup in one box. You wanted it, so we made it permanent. The Genesis pick set is hands down the best introductory set on the market, the Tradecraft C... 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026If you're really looking for a challenge, CI sells a huge set of Paclock cylinders, all keyed differently, and it is certainly a step up from everything else we've discussed here: covertinstruments.com/collections/... 9/12covertinstruments.comLocksport Trainer Lock SetTen cylinders, ten different keys, one set built to keep you honest. Every cylinder in this set is keyed differently, so you can't ride muscle memory from one to the next. These are Paclock cylinders ... 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026From Sparrows, this is 2 through 5 pins. we have a set of these in the training mix as well. I may even buy another: www.sparrowslockpicks.com/products/pro... Also from Sparrows, and a great place to start messing with security pins: www.sparrowslockpicks.com/products/the... 8/12sparrowslockpicks.comProgressive LocksIf you are looking to learn how to lock pick one of the methods to use is working with progressive locks. By Changing the number of pins that are inside a lock you can increase or decrease the difficu... 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026From Covert Instruments, the practice lock they offer is a fantastic learning tool and I own one as well: covertinstruments.com/collections/... 7/12covertinstruments.comCI Practice LockThe CI Practice Lock is a drilled-and-tapped cylinder you repin in any configuration, from a single pin to spools and serrations. Training that grows with you. 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026As for locks for training, there's also a few places. This is the kit of locks that I do the classes with: toool.us/store/Progre... The progressive basic set is what I teach with, they're solid for going from 1 pin to 6 6/12toool.usTOOOL Equipment - The Open Organisation Of LockpickersWe’re picky about picks, and we fully endorse all of our products. Check out our store! From picks to cases to locks—it’s everything you need to start. 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026The links I sent are to basic kits. Depending on your budget you can expand from that to more equipment. Don't fall into the trap of thinking more picks are better. Personally I end up using the same 2 or 3 tension tools and picks every time and everything else just stays in my case 5/12 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026Sparrows: www.sparrowslockpicks.com/products/kic... Quality at a great price point, a favorite Jimmylongs: jimylongs.com/products/bas... This company has a cult following. Small org of Lockport enthusiasts who love their customers. I haven't used their gear but it's known to be of top quality 4/12sparrowslockpicks.comKick StartSparrows Kick Start If you are interested in learning how to pick locks for the first time, but are unsure of whether this hobby is for you or not, then this nine piece set is for you. With these fou... 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026Speaking of Covert Instruments: covertinstruments.com/products/gen... This is the company started by the lock picking lawyer and they make great gear. My personal kit is a combination of stuff from TOOOL and CI, and I rep them pretty hard, however there's other options 3/12covertinstruments.comGenesis™ Lock Pick SetGenesis™ Lock Pick Set pairs the four most useful pick profiles with premium 2-in-1 turners in our Tradecraft Case. The best beginner lock pick set. 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026We will start with picks. There's a number of places, but I'll list a few: Toool of course: toool.us/store/Necess... Their necessary 9 kit is a great starter, and their tools are great. They're also basically just unbranded Covert Instruments Tools 2/12toool.usTOOOL Equipment - The Open Organisation Of LockpickersWe’re picky about picks, and we fully endorse all of our products. Check out our store! From picks to cases to locks—it’s everything you need to start. 100
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026Everyone always asks me, after an event, where to get picks and locks. So, this is that: the "Where do I get picks and locks" guide, as of July 2026. Please, always check Toool's site for CI products, especially if you're a member and getting the discount! 1/12 232
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 13/07/2026Let's hear it for "I already blew a bunch of money so might as well keep up the trend" post-gdq lunch 110
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 11/07/2026I gave someone my phone the other night and now it's just full of pictures of my feet. Here, I'll share. 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 11/07/2026Starting the morning off right with an Irish Coffee. At noon. Look, it's vacation. 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 08/07/2026The thing I've found the most interesting about GDQ over the years is seeing how many of my fellow gamers can't figure out how to flush a fucking toilet 110
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 08/07/2026I was taught to play bridge in the hotel bar 010
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 05/07/2026Prepping for lockpick village at sgdq 2026! 000
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 01/06/2026How's your day? Oh, just teaching the mayor how to pick handcuffs with a bobby pin. 031
Taters @ Large @taters.brilliantconmen.com · 15/04/2026I spent 3 hours last night making candles and drinking beer 010