A lock that requires tension to be applied in the opposite direction of the bolt's throw. Most pickers will spend hours trying to turn it the "natural" way.
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The most effective trap is the one that makes the thief feel like they are winning.
A lock that feels standard but resets its internal pins every third rotation, forcing the picker to start over indefinitely. A lock that requires tension to be applied
For those who prefer a more "active" defense, these traps turn the tools of the trade against the user.
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A lock core designed to crumble under the tension of a pick, permanently sealing the door and trapping the tools inside.