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Here you will discover some of the most cutting edge gimmicked padlocks available anywhere in the world. They all perform different tasks, from secretly opening, to allowing the performer to "pick" them, to concealing other needed tools. Also, you will find an authentic Jail Lock. Their uses are only limited by your imagination.
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Very eerie. Imagine this: You exhibit a LARGE (approx. 8"x6"x1 1/2") Old World style padlock. Perhaps it belonged to a long-deceased relative. You then lock the shackle and hang it on a peg or hook, etc. THERE IS CLEARLY NOTHING SECRETLY ATTACHED TO THE PADLOCK, such as strings, wires, etc. YOU STAND SEVERAL FEET AWAY FROM THE LOCK. As the lights dim and the music sets the mood, you slowly wave your hand toward the lock. SUDDENLY, THE SHACKLE UNLOCKS ITSELF AND THE PADLOCK BODY FALLS DOWNWARDS ON IT'S OWN WEIGHT WITH A LOUD "CLUNK". THEN, THE LOCK BODY ROTATES 180 DEGREES! This is very powerful & visual magic. Holding a séance? Imagine the reaction when you "ask for a sign" from Uncle Harry and the lock pops open! Or perhaps you would want to use it in conjunction with a VISUAL container escape, and let the audience watch you as you somehow open the padlock that is on the OUTSIDE of a glass box, while you are INSIDE! This item uses ultra-modern, sophisticated technology, BUT DOES NOT USE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL! As you probably know, radio remote control items can fail due to radio interference (such as your microphone), etc. A joint Mark Cannon & Ian McColl production.
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SUPREME SQUIRE PADLOCKA McColl Creation © 2003For several years, there was another gimmicked Squire Padlock out there on the market. Although it was adequate for it's era, it had two drawbacks: First, it had a sliding part that could be discovered by a spectator, and second: once it was secretly opened, it could not be re-locked without the key. THIS BRAND NEW VERSION by McColl has remedied both problems. First, EVEN THOSE WHO OWN THE OLD VERSION WILL HAVE A VERY HARD TIME, DISCOVERING THE SECRET, IF AT ALL. And yes, it CAN be re-locked after secretly opened. Another neat attribute of this lock is that you can secretly open it right in front of the spectator without them seeing how you did it!
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KEY CHOICEA McColl Creation © 2002The MENTALIST (that's you!) shows a locked, brass PIN TUMBLER style padlock
and six keys. A volunteer tries to open the lock using each key.
None of the keys will open the lock. You then introduce the last (7th)
key. This key does open the lock. You then show the padlock to
all--illustrating that the shackle is clearly and truly open. You lock
the shackle. All seven keys are then mixed. Through
"ESP" (?) you select a key. The volunteer tries it, and of
course you have succeeded! The lock opens! AND HERE IS THE GREAT
PART THAT WAS NOT POSSIBLE BEFORE WITH OTHER "ESP" PADLOCKS:
After the demonstration -- and without re-touching the lock or keys -- you
just "happen" to conveniently leave the padlock and all seven keys
on the table. YOU KNOW that someone is going to be curious and try
the keys and lock again! THAT'S OKAY! Because once again, ONLY ONE
KEY WILL OPEN THE LOCK! This really Solidifies that all is
fair(?)! You must truly be a Mentalist! Remember, this is not just
a warded style lock, but a more sophisticated PIN TUMBLER style. A
mechanical marvel! |
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AMERICAN TRICKED PADLOCKA McColl Creation You know the name, so you know they're good! No, not just American Lock™ , but Ian McColl! Brand names make the lock more recognizable and therefore acceptable to an audience. Choosing a padlock with a great reputation will only add to the escape. And American Locks™ are considered the industry's standard for security and dependability. For the escape artist, security means that the lock can be thoroughly examined. Dependability means that the lock will do what you want, when you want. Mr. McColl has applied his classic "Australian Tricked Padlock" method (see below) to this well known padlock: the Model 700CC made by American Lock™. INCREDIBLY, THE AMERICAN PADLOCK IS EVEN MORE EXAMINABLE THAN THE AUSTRALIAN! THIS LOCK IS DESTINED TO BECOME THE PREMIER TRICKED PADLOCK OF ALL PADLOCKS.
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AUSTRALIAN TRICKED PADLOCKA McColl Creation There are many different tricked padlocks out there. Unfortunately, most have as many down sides as good. THIS PADLOCK, HOWEVER, IS PROBABLY THE MOST INGENIOUS AND INSPECTABLE EVER MADE. It has a two inch brass lock case and weighs approximately 9 ounces. A volunteer is allowed to inspect, lock and unlock the padlock. Everything works normally, and it will only unlock with the keys. Anyone familiar with gravity locks, spirit locks, pull open locks or rap open locks will still find they cannot open this lock. HOWEVER, WITHOUT THE USE OF ANY TOOLS, THE ESCAPE ARTIST IMMEDIATELY OPENS THE LOCK. Absolutely one of the best utilitarian devices ever created for a professional escape artist.
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TRICKED MASTER #175 COMBINATION PADLOCKA McColl Creation © 2004 BRAND NEW! Okay, throw away any and all concepts you may have of other ways to gimmick a padlock, because this is a whole new approach! First of all, it's ENTIRELY INSPECTABLE BEFORE AND AFTER USE. Anyone familiar with gravity locks, spirit locks, pull open locks or rap open locks will still find they cannot open this lock. Here's what it can do: A volunteer is allowed to inspect, lock and unlock the padlock, AND SET IT TO TRULY ONLY OPEN ON HIS OWN SECRET 4-DIGIT COMBINATION. It is then used to secure the escapist (ie: into a mail bag, in conjunction with chains, etc.) HOWEVER, WITHOUT EVEN LOOKING AT IT, THE ESCAPE ARTIST IMMEDIATELY OPENS THE LOCK AND ESCAPES! Or he can do a pseudo "lock picking". A terrific utilitarian devices created for the professional escape artist OR MENTALIST! Psychic and ESP performers, imagine this: After the spectator sets the combo and locks the padlock, she then locks it inside of a lockable canvas "Night-Drop Bank Bag" and places it on a table. The performer then simply slides the bag (with lock inside) away from him "so that he can't secretly do anything" (?!) After the appropriately eerie Séance, the SPECTATOR opens the canvas bag to discover that the padlock is now UNLOCKED! STILL, THE LOCK MAY BE EXAMINED!
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SIGHT-UNSEEN INSPECTABLE COMBINATION PADLOCKYou invite a spectator to try and open a Master Combination Padlock. He cannot. You then read the combination to him and HE dials the combination. HE then opens the lock. Next, (as an example) he locks you into a box, or behind your back, etc., with the same combo-lock, in such a way that you cannot see the lock, but you can just reach it with your hand. The audience watches as your fingers begin to rotate the dial back and forth, in an apparent attempt to "crack" the combination. AMAZINGLY, YOU SUCCEED, and the lock flies open! Perfect for FULL-VIEW escapes. NOT a "pull open" lock. Limited supply.
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CANNON'S PICKABLE PADLOCKLooks a lot like the Australian Tricked Padlock, doesn't it? That's because it serves two functions. First, it can be TOTALLY INSPECTED. Yes, when they look down the keyhole they will see a pin tumbler. It will be found to operate normally with it's key, etc. However, it has been secretly gaffed to allow the escapist to openly "pick" it open right in front of the audience with any available piece of wire, nail file, etc. This "proves" his escape artist skills and his resourcefulness. Makes the performer look like a real James Bond. Second, because these are made from the same type padlock that the Australian Tricked Padlock is made from, they can be "switched out", used together, and so on. Many professional escapologists purchase both. Their uses are only limited by your imagination.
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INSTANT-PICK WARDED PADLOCKThis little Master #22 Warded padlock operates normally with a key, and therefore passes minute inspection. It is then used to secure you (as an example, in conjunction with a chain). The audience then watches as you bend a stiff wire into an “L” shape and IMMEDIATELY use it to open the lock! Great for demonstrating your “lock-picking” abilities.
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MASTER #21 "SPIRIT" PADLOCKThis well known padlock measures 1 3/4" wide by 2 1/2'' tall (including shackle). This padlock is designed to be quickly opened with ANY STIFF OBJECT placed into the keyhole and turned. Therefore, you can simulate "picking" it open right in front of the audience. Similar in function to Cannon's Pickable Padlock, but it does not have any pin tumblers. Therefore it doesn't quite have the "full inspectablity" of the Cannon's Pickable, but most lay people would never notice. Also operates normally with keys.
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THE ONE SECOND LOCK PICK CHALLENGEA Dexter Creation Here is a brand new, FANTASTIC Lock picking routine that you can do with a Master Padlock! Created by Master Mentalist and Magician Dexter, this complete booklet teaches you not only how to pick open the lock, but how to apparently do so in ONLY ONE SECOND! Imagine picking it open quicker than the spectator can open the lock with the key! YES -- The lock is Legitimate! Comes complete with manuscript, padlock, Rake Pick and Tension tool.
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GRAVITY MASTER #5 PADLOCKA McColl Creation This padlock is larger than the #21, and measures 2" wide by 3'' tall (including shackle). This lock is FULLY FUNCTIONING, therefore it can be shown to work with keys, etc. However, it is designed to be quickly opened by simply tilting it in a particular direction while also doing a "certain something"! No tools needed. Will stand CASUAL inspection.
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DELUXE FULLY INSPECTABLE GRAVITY/CAVITY MASTER #5 PADLOCKA McColl Creation Are you ready for this? First of all like the padlock above, it is large and measures 2" wide by 3'' tall (including shackle). Also, it is FULLY FUNCTIONING, therefore it can be shown to work with keys, etc. And, like the one above, it is designed to be quickly opened by simply tilting it in a particular direction while also doing a "certain something", so no tools are needed. BUT HERE IS WHERE IT REALLY GETS GOOD: First, located inside the lock you will find a specially designed handcuff key (included) that, when used in conjunction with the padlock itself can be used to open legitimate handcuffs! BUT THEN, AFTER YOU HAVE ESCAPED, YOU CAN FREELY HAND THE PADLOCK OUT FOR INSPECTION ALONG WITH ITS KEYS, BECAUSE IT IS NOW NO LONGER A "GRAVITY" LOCK! They can lock and unlock it all they want. Tilting it now DOES NOTHING! The idea employed here by Mr. McColl is truly revolutionary. Easily resets for the next performance. Start Clean-End Clean!
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HOUDINI’S SIBERIAN PADLOCKS
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AUTHENTIC JAIL LOCK—MAXIMUM SECURITYThis is the genuine article! All of these jail locks are 5 1/2” x 3 3/4” x 1 1/2” and weigh approximately 6 1/2 lbs! Very impressive. They come with one very large key. Four bolt holes allow for easy installation onto your “jail cell”, packing crate, cage or whatever your imagination can conjure. They come with access keyholes either on one or both sides. Extra keys can be ordered, as well as “strike plates” to receive the dead bolt. |
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HOUDINI’S SECRET CAVITY PADLOCK
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LARGE SECRET CAVITY PADLOCKA McColl Creation This cavity padlock is similar to the one described above. However, it is larger (8 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 2” thick), and is styled similar to that of an “Old-English” lever padlock. Additionally, it’s secret opening works differently than the Houdini Cavity Padlock. Because of the size of this lock, more and larger keys/picks can be hidden. A terrific item.
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