Making and using your own credit card lock pick
If you've ever found yourself staring at a locked door with that sinking feeling in your stomach, you've probably thought about trying a credit card lock pick to save the day. It's one of those classic moves we see in movies all the time—the protagonist pulls a piece of plastic from their wallet, slides it into the door frame, and click, they're in. While Hollywood makes it look a lot easier than it actually is, the technique is a real thing. It's a handy skill to have when you've accidentally locked yourself out of the bathroom or a bedroom, but there's a bit more to it than just wiggling a card around. ...