How to Pick A Camper Lock With a Bobby Pin

When you are camping in unfamiliar surroundings, it is important to know how to access the important stuff without the key. Whether you lost the key or you simply forgot to take it with you, here are the steps you can take to pick a camper lock with a bobby pin.

Step 1: Identify the lock

Depending on the type of lock, you will need to adjust the method you use to pick it. Fo this reason, it is important to first identify what type of lock you are dealing with. If the camper lock barrel is a simple 5 pin cylinder lock, then this method will work, but double check with the manufacturer to be sure.

Step 2: Prepare the Bobby Pin

Before you can begin trying to pick the camper lock, you will need to prepare the bobby pin that you are using. You need to break off one piece of the pin and use it to form a tension wrench. Once you have done this, straighten the other part of the pin and use it as the pick.

Step 3: Insert the Bobby Pin Into the Lock Barrel

Once you have the bobby pin prepared, insert into the lock barrel. Insert the tension wrench first and then the picking tool. Once both are in the right place, turn the wrench in the direction the lock is supposed to open.

Step 4: Twist and Turn the Bobby Pin

Once the wrench is in the right place, you can begin twisting and turning the bobby pin. This is done by using your free hand as a lever to apply pressure and then manipulating the pin with your thumb and index finger. As you twist and turn the bobby pin, you will feel for “bumps” in the locking mechanism. This is where you will apply the most pressure, as these “bumps” are the pins of the mechanism.

Step 5: Unlock the Camper Lock

Once you have “felt” for all the pins in the lock and applied the right amount of pressure, then the camper lock should unlock. If this method doesn’t work or you are unsure what you are doing, then it is best to call a professional locksmith.

Conclusion

Picking a camper lock with a bobby pin can seem complicated, but it is a skill that everyone should know if they are out camping in unfamiliar surroundings. It is important that you understand the type of lock that you are going to be dealing with and that you have all the right tools to do the job. Hopefully, with these steps, you will be able to successfully pick a camper lock with a bobby pin and keep your stuff safe.