5 - Double Ended Slim Line Picks

Small picks optimized for carry and concealment are giving up something in terms of usability and comfort, but these picks aren't sacrificing much in that arena. I mostly got these because I'm a collector and my little goblin brain saw these and had to try them out. I'm very pleased with them. I put these and some tension wrenches into a vinyl sleeve and the whole package is very compact. The rakes are very effective, and I was even able to put in good work with the hooks. Considering how slim these are, they're very useful and pose a fun challenge for the sport picker. If you are of the sneaky beaky sort, you might find all kinds of hiding places for these; I just took the tip and ink stick out of a Bic pen, and this pick set fits perfectly into the pen body if you get the tips lined up neat. Put the cap on and nobody is the wiser. Just don't let anyone borrow that particular Bic. =)

These were exactly what I was looking for to practice with smaller picks. These are 10 of the most popular picks out there. They are perfect for what I want to do.

Way cool. Being double ended, it is like having two picks in one. This comes with an ideal variety of picks and rakes. Being thinner makes it easier for smaller locks and paracentric keyways. With the overall smaller profile, you can easily use an even smaller case and it makes for a lighter set. Easy to tuck into an EDC kit or general carry in a back.

These things speak for themselves! The very first double ended picks to feature these crazy awesome mixes! D4 and D2 are my favorites because in one pick you have the ability to open almost any lock! D3 is a great raking pick because what you can't rake with the triple peak you can get with the single peak! Pair them with ripple handles and you have one of a kind picks you can't get anywhere else! I bought them all!

This little 2-in-1 pick has become my 1st choice go-to pick for locks. As others have stated the rake works for standard locks, the hook works for security pins. It fits in a trucker style wallet or shirt pocket, it's a true minimalist pick set. I own several big pick sets and I always reach for this first. I even got one as a gift for a friend that is a facility maintanence specialist for emergency lockouts.

It’s got a short hook on one end and an “S” rake on the other. Add in a tension wrench and you’ve got the ultimate pick set for defeating the Masterlock #3. Seriously though. This is a nice pick. Well finished and ready to go out of the package. It’s nice to have quick access to two of the most used picks. If I’m trying to open a new lock. I always count the pins first. You need a short hook for that. Got one! Next thing I do is do a quick little rake to see if the lock will pop. Snake rake in hand. If I get a false set, it’s time to try and set the last pin or two. Back to the short hook. If I don’t get a false set. I’ll go to single pin picking. Again, short hook in hand. It’s two picks in one! Streamlined and built for speed!

This is one of my favorite picks because it’s so slim and features the incredibly useful snake rake. I use this one all the time and it will continue to last since the quality is good.

For double ended slim line picks I really like these particular picks. The 'ripple' feel helps me keep a firm grasp on the pick unlike others that are smooth.

I like the hook profile, but the snake is a bit off-center and not my favorite. It is thick and tough. The factory finish/polish could be better on this one. There are squared corners on the pick tang which could use rounding and polishing. After a bit of work, they are nice as long as you like thick picks.