Antique Lock Picking

picks to unlock the lock's extensive mechanism.

mechanisms have two keys and a unique lock pick. This rare piece has a reasonable size that makes it the

to Alfred Charles Hobbs, an American locksmith who gained fame for his lock-picking skills

additional secret compartment is a hidden drawer in the base, in which the keys and unique lock pick can be

the keys and unique lock pick can be stored. The safe's grandeur and detail are clear indications

iron keys—each corresponding to a unique hidden keyhole—as well as a special lock pick. Also known as a

iron keys—each corresponding to a unique hidden keyhole—as well as a special lock pick. Also known as a

massive safe’s contents requires three keys and a unique lock pick. The keyholes are hidden behind secret

iron keys — each of which have hidden keyholes — as well as a special lock pick. Also known as a

specialized lock pick. Known as a "partner safe," this design required the cooperation of multiple keyholders

able to pick them. The Bramah lock is a lock design that was created by Joseph Bramah in 1784. The

locks. Alfred Charles Hobbs was an American lock maker born in 1812 in Boston, Massachusetts. He went to

. In the great exhibition of 1851 Hobbs was the first to pick Bramah's lock and the Chubb detector lock

tries to pick the lock or to open it using the wrong key, the lock is designed to jam in a locked state

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is

patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of

A set of scarce French lock pick keys. French, 19th century or earlier. Decorative curio

picking open a lock sittin in a fountain flanked by a pair of one of a kind pedestals each having drawers

open the lock. The locks produced by his company were famed for their resistance to lock picking and

BRAMAH patent un-pickable lock with its original key.The two drawers have a removable divider which allow

"pick-proof" lock was introduced, which this piece pre-dates. Rare one! Monogramed with original owner's

Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

Rare Maison Jansen stamped French Louis XV style sofa with original grey patina, and clean lined cream upholstery. Lovely classical Louis XV shape, good width, seats three comfortabl...

Beautiful ladderback chairs from the 60s made of oak with wicker woven seats. The chairs have a very nice patina due to the intensive use of recent years. The construction is still ...

This bed isn’t just fit for a king—it was actually made for royalty! Handcrafted in solid oak in France circa 1880, this remarkable Neo-Classical bed was commissioned a member of Eu...

English mahogany oval sea captains desk with hinged leather top concealing two upper hidden compartments, single front drawer, original brasses, ebony string inlay, two hinged lower ...

Made from heavy gauge steel with brass trim. This handsom case is stunning and functional. Display a collection or secure a high end store display. This piece has a creative locking ...

This fantastic painted and upholstered bed is carved on all sides with foliate, urn and scrolled motifs. The head and footboard are topped by carved finials and all supported by four...

American solid brass five spoke ringed yacht wheel with original brass hub, Late 19th century.

American wrought iron two panel freestanding fire screen with decorative scroll work, wire mesh, hinged doors, and terminating on scrolled legs. Mid-19th Century

Cast iron wheels for mobility. Posts can be removed to use as a coffee table. See additional photos. Measure: 48" length x 28" depth x 45" height Very good original vintage. A...

Antique English mahogany Brighton Pavilion style chinoiserie display cabinet, circa 1890s. Just a very lovely piece for any items you might have been wishing to display!

This incredible, one-of-a-kind watch display cabinet brings together the beauty of an antique with the functionality of modern technology. Crafted of mahogany, this 19th century jewe...

Great player... sounds amazing,, classic 1950s acoustic/ electric jazz guitar made by Silvertone,, Retains original Kent floating pick-up.Wonderful tone,,straight neck,,perfect inton...

This charming antique silver musical box features a singing bird, which appears from an opening oval. The musical box is exquisitely crafted in the shape of a miniature grand piano, ...

Very fine Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted marquetry commode French, Early 20th Century Height 95cm, width 162cm, depth 59cm After an important model by Jean-Henri Riesener (French, 1...