LSS+ Version 4.05 Updates, Issued August 1, 2002

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MASTER UPDATE SUMMARY FOR LSS+ Version 4.05.

Chapter One

Add text to section 1_3.0

Illustrations added.

Figure LSS+102 Examples of pin tumbler locks from different cultures.

Figure LSS+103 A Pin tumbler lock found in Northern Africa .

Figure LSS+104 A 17th Century Persian padlock.

Figure LSS+105 An early Roman padlock.

Figure LSS+106 An early European padlock.

Figure LSS+107 An early warded lock.

Figure LSS+108 An early warded lock mechanism.

Figure LSS+109 A warded lock produced between the 15th and 18th century.

Figure LSS+110 An example of a Roman lock.

Figure LSS+111 A warded door lock.

Figure LSS+112 An example of a Barron lock

Figure LSS+113 An analysis of the movement of the bolt within the Barron lock.

Figure LSS+114 The Appointment by the Queen of the Bramah Lock Company.

Figure LSS+115 The Pillard time lock.

Figure LSS+116 Hobbs and Hart lever lock

Figure LSS+117 Map of England

Figure LSS+118 The Bramah lock that was successfully opened by Alfred Hobbs.

Figure LSS+119 Bramah lock, view of sliders.

 LSS101: Interview with Jeremy Bramah

 Alfred Hobbs was able to bypass the Bramah lock. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Locksmith training in Denmark , in comparison to the United States . Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

Chapter Three

Illustrations and new definitions added.

Figure LSS+301 Axial pin tumbler lock

Figure LSS+302 Arc ring

Figure LSS+303 Auxiliary deadlock latch bolt

Figure LSS+304 Blade of key

Figure LSS+305 Blank key

Figure LSS+306 Cam and cam lock

Figure LSS+307 Case ward

Figure LSS+308 Change key for combination lock

Figure LSS+309 Code cut original key, direct reading code

Figure LSS+310 Connecting bar

Figure LSS+311 Corrugated key for warded padlock

Figure LSS+312 Cut root for pin tumbler key

Figure LSS+313 Deadbolt

Figure LSS+314 Dimple key for Sargent Keso lock

 Chapter Four

 Illustrations added, and the following sections:

 Add Section 4_2.4 Automobile Entry Tools

Add Section 4_2.5 bypass Tools

Add Section 4_2.6 Bypass tools for Safes and Vaults

Add Section 4_4.2.7 Forensic Investigative Tool Set

Figure LSS+401 Single and double cut files.

Figure LSS+402 Two file sets produced by HPC.

Macro lens, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Data back for documentation of images. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Photographic equipment requirements. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Ring strobe is a necessity for forensic photography. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic marks and their observation with proper lighting. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Chapter Five

Illustrations and definitions added.

Figure LSS+501, Periodic table.

Chapter Six

Figure LSS+601 Back-cut key

Figure LSS+602 Laser track keys from Volvo and Mercedes

Figure LSS+603, Pin tumbler key, showing steeples

Figure LSS+604, Keyway wards

Figure LSS+605, John Falle comb pick

Figure LSS+606, Ikon paracentric keyway

Figure LSS+607, Key head identifying markings (Sargent)

Figure LSS+608, Key head identifying markings (Ilco and Silca)

Figure LSS+609, Milled key blank

 Chapter Seven

Figure LSS+701a Design of a key

Figure LSS+701b Key component design

Figure LSS+701c Code cut key, showing symmetry of design

Figure LSS+702a Improper alignment between cuts of a key and pin chambers

Figure LSS+702b Correct registration of key between cuts and pin chambers

Figure LSS+703 Bow of key

Figure LSS+704 Shoulder of key

Figure LSS+705 Depth and spacing diagram

Figure LSS+706 Depth and spacing of keys

Figure LSS+707 These diagrams show an example of different pin lengths utilized by Schlage.

 Conversation with Chuck Murray, Kaba-Ilco, regarding keys and their production.

 Chapter Eight

 Illustrations and supplementary materials added to sections on clay and silicone casting.

Add Section 8_7.1.4.1   Add Impressioning of stamped numbers on metal

Figure LSS+801 An HPC SKM-2D key micrometer for direct reading of bitting depths

Figure LSS+802 An HPC HKD-75 key gauge for reading bitting depths

Figure LSS+803 An HPC axial lock depth gauge TKPD-1

Figure LSS+804 A factory original key with a direct code that correlates with bitting depths for each cut

Figure LSS+805 The mold is prepared for clay impression of a key

Figure LSS+806 Talc or other lubricants are applied to allow release of the source key from the clay

Figure LSS+807 Excess clay is trimmed from the edge of the mold

Figure LSS+808 The source key is positioned within the mold

Figure LSS+809 The key is impressed into the clay mold

Figure LSS+810 The mold is closed with the key inserted to create an impression

Figure LSS+811 The mold is opened after an impression is taken

Figure LSS+812 Source key is removed from the mold

Figure LSS+813 A channel is made in the clay for the escape of gasses created during impressioning

Figure LSS+814 The mold is secured in a locked position

Figure LSS+815 Low temperature metal is heated and poured into the mold

Figure LSS+816 The mold is allowed to cool and opened

Figure LSS+817 The target key is removed from the mold

Figure LSS+818 Silicon is poured into a container to make an impression of a source key

Figure LSS+819 The silicone is cut in half to show the details of an impression

Figure LSS+820 A source and target key produced by silicone impressioning

Figure LSS+821 HPC 747xu tubular key duplicator

Figure LSS+822 HPC 1200 key duplicator

Figure LSS+823 HPC handheld key code computer (HP720)

Figure LSS+824 HPC KM-60 micrometer

Figure LSS+821 HPC 747xu tubular key duplicator

Figure LSS+822 HPC 1200 key duplicator

Figure LSS+823 HPC handheld key code computer (HP720)

Figure LSS+824 HPC KM-60 micrometer

Figure LSS+825 The HPC 1200 mechanical punch cutter can be utilized anywhere.

Figure LSS+826 The Codemax was one of the original HPC computerized code cutters.

Figure LSS+827 The Kaba-Ilco Triax-e.code key machine.

Figure LSS+828 The Ilco Ultracode computerized key machine.

LSS201: Procedure for making keys with a clay mold. Courtesy of MSC.

 LSS201: Making keys by silicone impression, Courtesy of MSC

 LSS202: Kaba-Ilco Quattrocode key machine, Courtesy of Steve Fish.

 LSS202: The Ultracode key machine, Courtesy of Steve Fish.

 LSS202: The Kaba-Ilco Triax key machine, Courtesy of Steve Fish.

 LSS202: Kaba-Ilco RW2 Transponder system, Courtesy of Steve Fish.

 Keys can be copied through the use of clay molds. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Chapter Nine

 Add text and photographs to section 9_5.3.1.4.1

Figure LSS+901 Shimming open a lock

Figure LSS+902 Rapping open a lock

Figure LSS+903 Examples of flat keys

 Forensic implications of using a shim to open a lock prior to analysis. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Chapter Eleven

 Add text to 11_8.3.7

Figure LSS+1101 Master key design

Figure LSS+1102 Master wafer too thin

Figure LSS+1103 Master wafer too thin, allows key jiggling to open the lock

Figure LSS+1104 Change key diagram

Figure LSS+1105 Great grand master key diagram

Figure LSS+1106 MACS-Maximum adjacent cut specifications

Figure LSS+1107 Master key

Figure LSS+1108 Master key single and two step progression

Figure LSS+1109 Master key differ chart demonstrates loss of security

Figure LSS+1110 Master wafer creates different shear lines

Figure LSS+1111 Top master key diagram

Figure LSS+1112 Master key design parameters

 Chapter Twelve

 Add section 12_2.7 Lock and Bolt Guards

Figure LSS+1201 Yale night latch lock

Figure LSS+1202 Yale rim lock

Figure LSS+1203 HPC cylinder guard

Figure LSS+1204 Example of a mortised lock, and the mechanism for holding the cylinder.

Figure LSS+1205 Various HPC door guards produced to protect narrow aluminum doors.

Figure LSS+1204 Example of a mortised lock, and the mechanism for holding the cylinder.

Figure LSS+1205 Various HPC door guards produced to protect narrow aluminum doors.

Figure LSS+1206 Rim cylinder (left) and mortise cylinders (right) in two standard sizes.

Figure LSS+1207 Key in knob lock.

Figure LSS+1208 Examples of deadbolts in different configurations.

Figure LSS+1209, examples of single and double-locking night latches.

Figure LSS+1210, a guard ring assembly protects the cylinder from attack.

 Figure LSS+1211 Internal and external support hardware to increase resistance to attack.

 Figure LSS+1212 Improved strike box and plate.

 Figure LSS+1213 After-market hardware to protect door and frame from attack.

  Figure LSS+1214  The cutout required for the locking hardware shows the weakening of materials.

 Figure LSS+1215 Little effort is required to compromise a jimmy-resistant bolt.

Chapter Thirteen

Figure LSS+1301 Roman key and lock from Pompeii

Figure LSS+1302 Early Roman key

Figure LSS+1303 French lock, fourteenth century

Figure LSS+1304 Australian door lock, eighteenth century

Figure LSS+1305 Flemish door lock, seventeenth century

Figure LSS+1306 German door lock, seventeenth century

Figure LSS+1307 English door lock, eighteenth century

Figure LSS+1308 English lock and key, sixteenth century

Figure LSS+1309 English lock

Figure LSS+1310 Warded key diagram

Chapter Fourteen

Add Section 14_2.1.1 European Lever Locks

Figure LSS+1401 Banbury lock

Figure LSS+1402 Baron lock

Figure LSS+1403 Chubb Detector lock, 1827

Figure LSS+1404 Chubb Detector lock, 1837

Figure LSS+1405 Chubb Detector lock, 1837

Figure LSS+1406 Hobbs six lever Protector lock, 1859

Figure LSS+1407 Hamps detector lock

Figure LSS+1408 Parsons balanced lever lock, 1832

Figure LSS+1409 Ne Plus Plus lock by George Price

Figure LSS+1410 Chubb seven lever modern lever lock

Figure LSS+1411 Euro lever lock

Figure LSS+1412 Euro lever lock, detail

Figure LSS+1413 Euro lever lock showing four different levers and their bellies

Chapter Fifteen

Figure LSS+1501. A six-wafer mechanism in the locked and unlocked state.

Figure LSS+1502 Example of a double bitted wafer lock in the locked and unlocked state.

Chapter Sixteen

Add text to section 16_4.2.1

Figure LSS+1601 Pin stack

Figure LSS+1602 Broach is used to create a keyway

Figure LSS+1603 Top pins and drivers

Figure LSS+1604 The shear line

Figure LSS+1605 Calculating pin tumbler lock differs

Figure LSS+1606 Re-pinning a lock

Figure LSS+1607 Re-pinning process with all pins loaded

Figure LSS+1608 Formation of a plug at Ikon factory

Figure LSS+1609 The broaching process

Figure LSS+1610 How a plug is broached

Figure LSS+1611 A plug that has been partially and fully broached

Figure LSS+1612 An Ikon profile created by a broach

Figure LSS+1613 The driver and lower pins in their three states.

Figure LSS+1614 Sectional view of the location and function of the mushroom tumblers.

Figure LSS+1615 The status of driver and bottom pins in the locked and plug rotating unlocked position.

Figure LSS+1615 The status of driver and bottom pins in the locked and plug rotating unlocked position.

 The use of a pin tray or set-up tray is required for forensic disassembly of a lock. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Producing pins for cylinders. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic issues regarding the bypass of security and mushroom tumblers. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 LSS101: Ikon factory, Berlin, Germany: How locks are made.

Chapter Seventeen

Add section 17_6.1.3.5 Medeco BiLevel

Add section 17_2.5A IKON WSW System

Figure LSS+1701 The Evva 3KS sidebar lock showing the sidebar in an unlocked and locked position.

Figure LSS+1702 The Evva 3KS is a modular system. Shown is one cylinder in a locked position.

Figure LSS+1703 A BiLock key is distinctive in its dual bitting configuration.

Figure LSS+1704 Medeco BiLevel key and internal sidebar design.

Figure LSS+1705 The IKON WSW Lock system

Abloy master keying theory, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forced entry of Abloy locks, and forensic indications, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The Peter Field (Medeco) patent for a security tumbler. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic analysis of the Medeco cam lock. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

Chapter Twenty-One

Add section 21_1.4 IKON CLIQ

Figure LSS+2101 The EVVA ELMO system

Figure LSS+2102 The IKON CLIQ System

Chapter Twenty-Three

Add text and photographs to section 23_2.1

Add text to section 23_2.3.1

Add section 23_2.3.1.1 S&G 8077 padlock series

Add section 23_2.3.1.2 S&G 8088 padlock series

Add section 23_2.3.1.3 S&G 8065 padlock series

Rename section 23_4.2 to 23_4.2A General Motors VATS

Add section 23_4.2 Vehicle Electronic Protection Systems

Add section 23_4.4.2 National Automobile Altered Numbers File

Add section 23_4.4.3 National Vehicle Identification Number Standard File

Add text to section 23_4.2A

Add text to section 23_4.3

Add text to section 23_7.1

Add section 23_7.1.1 History of Post Office Locks

Add section 23_7.1.2 Post Office locking systems

Add section 23_7.1.3 Post Office lock patents

Figure LSS+2301 The English thumbscrews developed in the seventeenth century

Figure LSS+2302  Early Scandinavian padlock design.

Figure LSS+2303 Examples of Persian padlocks 17-18th century, and 1966 model of the same lock.

Figure LSS+2304 An early Chinese padlock.

Figure LSS+2305 Example of seventeenth century Spanish padlock and key.

Figure LSS+2306 Puzzle locks

Figure LSS+2307 A French padlock from the seventeenth century.

Figure LSS+2308 Flemish padlock, sixteenth century

Figure LSS+2309 German padlock, seventeenth century

Figure LSS+2310 Screw action padlock

Figure LSS+2311 Italian screw design, seventeenth century

Figure LSS+2312 Screw design, nineteenth century

Figure LSS+2313 Various screw action padlock designs

Figure LSS+2314 Padlock and key, eighteenth century

Figure LSS+2315 Ball padlock

Figure LSS+2316 Eighteenth century padlock

Figure LSS+2317 Ne Plus padlock by George Price

Figure LSS+2318 Padlock diagram of simple locking dog

Figure LSS+2319 German Abus padlock, 1970

Figure LSS+2320 Chubb Hercules padlock, 1971

Figure LSS+2321 Chubb Conquest padlock

Figure LSS+2322 Diagram of the ratchet locking mechanism of the Club.

Figure LSS+2323. A modified Club that has been converted into a shotgun.

Figure LSS+2324. The Silca RW2 Transponder decoder and copier.

Figure LSS+2325 Railroad mail clerk badge and antique mail locks

Figure LSS+2326 Post office locks, including the famous Andrus lock that was patented in 1914

Figure LSS+2327 Arrow eight lever post office box lock

Figure LSS+2328 Rotary registered mail lock produced by the U.S. Postal Service

Discussion of transponder theft. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Bypass of push button locks. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Chapter Twenty-Four

 A forensic investigation involving the theft of a BMW automobile. Courtesy Hans Mejlshede.

 Doing research on different bypass techniques is important for the forensic investigator. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Analysis of a case involving forensics. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Case example, burglary investigation. Courtesy of Don Shiles

 Case example of hotel lock bypass. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Case example, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Analysis of a case involving forensic locksmithing. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Mail slot bypass device. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Keys can be copied by taking a 1:1 image using a copier machine. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Master key records. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Investigative clues that develop during a case. Courtesy Jim Bickers.

 Pickability or ease with which a lock can be picked. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

Chapter Twenty-Five

Add text to section 25_1.1.1

Add text to section 25_1.1.2

Add section 25_1.2.2    Queries During Analysis of Locks and Keys

Add text to section 25_1.3.1

Add section 25_3.0      Forensic Experts in Locks and Keys

Add section 25_3.1      I.A.I.L. Qualifications for Forensic Locksmiths

Add section 25_3.2      Crime Scene Processing

Add section 25_3.2.1    Securing and Examining the Crime Scene

Add section 25_3.2.2    Documentation

Add section 25_3.2.3    Collection and Preservation of Evidence

Add section 25_3.2.4    Presentation of Findings

Add section 25_3.2.5    U.S. Department of Justice Handbook of Forensic Science

Add section 25_3.3      Tool  Marks

Add section 25_3.4      Forensic Photography

Add section 25_3.5      Admission of Evidence

Add section 25_3.5.1    Court Rulings and Federal Rules on Admissibility

Add section 25_3.6      Specialized Forensic Investigations

Add section 25_3.7      Forms and Reports

Add section 25_3.8      Bibliography for Forensic Locksmiths

Figure LSS+2501 Forensic investigation forms

Figure LSS+2502 Forensic evidence log-in report by Hans Mejlshede

Figure LSS+2503 Sample forensic analysis form by Hans Mejlshede

Art Paholke is the father of modern forensic locksmithing. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Many car thefts are simulated for insurance claims. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 It is essential to save the pins from a lock that has been the subject of a burglary attack. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Pressure will often be applied to the forensic locksmith during the course of an investigation to change the results of a report. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 A clean work area for the forensic locksmith is a necessity. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Care must be exercised in cleaning of components. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The Forensic locksmith is often called upon to investigative covert entry. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The forensic investigator must prepare detailed reports. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Evidence in car theft investigations. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Analysis of vehicle locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Analysis of vehicle theft cases. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Simulation of vehicle theft. Comments on investigation. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Investigations involving vehicle fires. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Analysis of marks produced by a slim Jim bypass tool. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Use of rubber or silicone-coated tweezers. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Discussion regarding microscopes for use in forensic analysis. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Issues regarding crime scene sketches. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Evidence handling techniques. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Methods of forensic analysis. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 The investigative locksmith as a witness. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Required background of the forensic locksmith and investigator. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Definition of a forensic locksmith.

 Use of photograph. Courtesy of Don Shiles

 What is an investigative locksmith? Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 An introduction and summary of forensic locksmithing. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic locksmithing history and the role of Art Paholke. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Was the lock picked? Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Macro lens, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Data back for documentation of images. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Photographic equipment requirements. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Ring strobe is a necessity for forensic photography. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Use of plastic tweezers. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Recovering stamped numbers from keys and locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Opinions of examiner, and certainty of their opinions. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Logging receipt of evidence. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Issures regarding investigative reports. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 It is difficult to bypass laser track locks through the use of jiggle keys. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Definition of an Investigative locksmith. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic marks and their observation with proper lighting. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 The investigative locksmith gets involved in insurance fraud cases. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks on the back of the lock from bypass. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Use of WD-40 to clean and lubricate. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Oxidation and dating of marks in a forensic examination. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic implications of using a shim to open a lock prior to analysis. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 An attempt may be made to mask pick marks so that the perpetrator is not identified. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Obtaining all keys that fit a particular cylinder. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Removal of cylinder and its analysis must be done correctly. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Changing or removal of top pins. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Preliminary issues in the examination of a lock. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Examination of a lock and disassembly. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Examination of a lock and marks that are visible. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Information during a forensic investigation. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Opening a lock using a blank key and a shim. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 LSS202: Forensic investigation and the locksmith, by Don Shiles

Chapter Twenty-Six

Add section 26_1.5.1.A, Method of Examination for Tool Marks

Add section 26_1.5.1.B, Results of Testing

Add section 25_1.5.5.A  Markings on Wafers: General Issues

Add section 26_2.4.1    SEM Issues Regarding the Analysis of Pick Marks

Add section 26_2.4.2    Issues Regarding Metal Transfer

Figure LSS+2601 Cutaway view of plug, showing location of pick and tension wrench marks

Figure LSS+2602 A cylinder that has been picked and raked (left) and picked, then a forced

entry tool was utilized.

Figure LSS+2603 An electric pick gun was utilized to open the lock on the left; impressioning and

picking was utilized to open the lock on the left.

Figure LSS+2604 Impression, rake picking marks in plug

Figure LSS+2605 Normal use marks, and those from impressioning

Figure LSS+2606 Forensic marks from picking within lock body

Figure LSS+2607 Forensic marks on, normal pin from the factory

Figure LSS+2608 Forensic marks on pin from electric pick gun

Figure LSS+2609 Forensics marks on pin caused by impact tool such as pick gun

Figure LSS+2610 Forensic picking marks caused by a manual pick on surface of pin

Figure LSS+2611 Forensic marks on pin from pick gun and a rake pick

Figure LSS+2612 Forensic marks on pin caused by use of a key, a pick, and electric pick gun

Figure LSS+2613 Forensic marks on pin caused by conventional picking

Figure LSS+2614 Forensic marks on pin from a pick gun

Figure LSS+2615 Forensic marking on pin from a 999 key or bump key

Figure LSS+2616 Scanning electron microscope configuration, Jeol 5900

Figure LSS+2617 SEM photograph of pick tracks within lock, 220x magnification

Figure LSS+2618 SEM photograph of pick tracks within lock, 1000x magnification

Figure LSS+2619 SEM photograph of pick tracks within plug, 400x magnification

Figure LSS+2620 SEM photograph, surface of pick at 220x magnification

Figure LSS+2621 SEM photograph of pick marks on pin at 1000x magnification

Figure LSS+2622 SEM photograph of pick marks on plug

Figure LSS+2623 SEM photograph of surface of pick at 50x magnification

Figure LSS+2624 SEM photograph of surface of pick at 50x and 500x magnification

Figure LSS+2625 SEM photograph of surface of pick at 100x magnification

 LSS101: Scanning electron microscope Part I: Michael Platek

 LSS101: Scanning electron microscope Part II: Michael Platek

 LSS101: Scanning electron microscope Part III: Michael Platek

 LSS203: The forensic investigation of locks and keys, by Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic indication of the use of a ""999"" or bump key, Courtesy Hans Mejlshede

 The age of picking marks can sometimes be determined through the analysis of corrosion within the lock. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Destructive analysis of locks is often required in an investigation. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Analysis of marks within the plug after it has been cut apart. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks left from a turning wrench. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Use of a scanning electron microscope (SEM). Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The use of pick guns with profile locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic analysis of pick gun marks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Pick gun marks and order of picking. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Dust motes, visible in forensic analysis. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Marks on wafers from picking. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Pick marks may appear on surface of wafers. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Analysis of presence of grease on wafers in forensic investigation. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks produced from turning wrenches are identifiable. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic indications of the use of an electric pick gun. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Cylinders may be opened by rapping them. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 A forensic examination takes five minutes or less. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic investigations involving locks that have been impressioned. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic analysis of gang, jiggle, or tryout keys. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks on Ford wafer locks produced by gang, jiggle, or tryout keys. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Wear information and tests on pins. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Wear marks on pins. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Markings on components by manufacturers. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Milling marks on pins during manufacture. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic marks and their observation with proper lighting. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Bypass techniques must be known to the forensic investigator. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 An analysis of latches and bolts may be required. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Loids may be utilized to bypass latches and bolts. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Virgin areas of the plug will provide an indication that the locks was picked. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede. 

 Normal appearance of pins and what type of marks appear. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic marks from the use of a lock pick. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Pickability or ease with which a lock can be picked. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Turning wrench or torque wrench will leave identifiable tool marks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Tool mark comparison. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Picking marks on wafers from vehicle locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks produced by raking. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Marks produced from keys making contact with pins. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Different marks are created from various lock picks. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

Chapter Twenty-Seven

Figure LSS+2701 Schlage 922 wafer lock diagram and photograph

Figure LSS+2702 A milled blank is made to fit a restricted keyway

 Bypass of a Schlage 922 series wafer lock. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Metal filings at the scene of a safe burglary. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Investigations may require a determination of whether a key has been copied. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks from key duplication. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Chapter Twenty-Eight

 Add text to section 28_3.2

Discussion of different bypass techniques. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Bypass of an American Padlock Series 700. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic analysis of gang, jiggle, or tryout keys. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Marks on Ford wafer locks produced by gang, jiggle, or tryout keys. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 External bypass of a solenoid using a magnetic field. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 LSS303: Analysis of bypass techniques, by John Falle

Chapter Twenty-Nine

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Figure LSS+2901 Application of torque when picking

Figure LSS+2902 HPC Flip-it tool, proper use

Figure LSS+2903 Insertion of pick into the lock

Figure LSS+2904 Comb pick by John Falle

Figure LSS+2905 MSC (Hamburg) produces different shaped torque wrenches

Figure LSS+2906 MSC produces a spring-loaded tension wrench like HPC

Figure LSS+2907 Warded lock diagram of keys and lock

Figure LSS+2908 Warded keys used to open locks, including burglars skewer

Figure LSS+2909 Warded skeleton keys

Figure LSS+2910 An axial cylinder, picked and locked

Figure LSS+2911 Axial pick and decode tool setup

Figure LSS+2912 Axial pick tool inserted into a lock

Figure LSS+2913 Axial lock picked and decoded

Figure LSS+2914 MSC Sputnik picking and decoding tool

Figure LSS+2915 MSC Sputnik detail of construction

Figure LSS+2916 MSC Sputnik tool; the wires drive individual pins

Figure LSS+2917 MSC Sputnik tool, internal detail of wire guides

Figure LSS+2918 MSC Sputnik tool, wires protruding to control pins

Figure LSS+2919 MSC Sputnik tool, one wire protruded

Figure LSS+2920 MSC Sputnik tool, pins can be moved to any position

Figure LSS+2921 The John Falle pick set detail

Figure LSS+2922 The John Falle two-in-one wheel pick set and two locks that it will open. Courtesy of John Falle.

Figure LSS+2923 A set of "jiggers" to bypass lever locks. Courtesy of John Falle.

Figure LSS+2924 A variety of lever lock picking tools are produced by John Falle.

Figure LSS+2925, Diagram showing order of picking, and the misalignment of the five chambers.

Figure LSS+2926 Plug partially picked.

Figure LSS+2927 John Falle comb pick set

Figure LSS+2928 Safe opening tools for lever locks

Figure LSS+2929 The theory of lock picking

Figure LSS+2930 The use of a comb pick

 The theory behind the use of the 999 key, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The proper technique for the use of the 999 or bump key, Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Residue may be present when a dimple lock has been bypassed. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Order of picking. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The use of pick guns and forensic analysis of locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Use of a pick gun requires skill. It also leaves forensic indications. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 LSS201: MSC Assortment of tension wrenches, courtesy of Mahmod Abu Shamab

 LSS201: MSC "Sputnik" bypass tool, courtesy of MSC.

 LSS202: The use of the "bump key" or "999" key, by Hans Mejlshede.

Chapter Thirty

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Figure LSS+3001 The impressioning light box allows viewing of keys during covert operations

Figure LSS+3002 Use of a pippin file for impressioning

Figure LSS+3003 John Falle self-impressioning system for lever locks

Figure LSS+3004 Falle foil impressioning system for specific dimple locks

Figure LSS+3005 Foil impressioning system for dimple locks by John Falle

Figure LSS+3006 Special dies for the Foil dimple impressioning system

 A clever device for impressioning lever locks has been developed in Bulgaria. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The usefullness of the impressioning technique. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

LSS301: Foil impressioning system, by John Falle

 LSS304: DOM Dimple foil impressioning system, by John Falle

Chapter Thirty-One

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Add section 31_4.4.2.5 Evva 3KS Laser Track Lock

Add section 31_4.4.1.3.3 Chubb Battleship

Add section 31_4.6.3.1 Axira Radial Pin Decoder

Add section 31_4.4.2.6 Dom Diamond Decoder

Add section 31_4.4.2.7 Ford Galaxy Decoder

Add section 31_4.6.3.2 Picard Decoder

Add section 31_4.4.1.9A Key turn system

Add section 31_4.6.1.2.2 Pin and Cam Pin Lock Decoder system

Figure LSS+3101 John Falle pin and cam system principle

Figure LSS+3102 British lever locks that can be decoded by Pin and Cam system

Figure LSS+3103 European lever locks

Figure LSS+3104 CISA double locking cylinder system

Figure LSS+3105 MCM pin and cam key detail

Figure LSS+3106 Chubb/Lips lever lock

Figure LSS+3107 Ingersoll variable key system by John Falle

Figure LSS+3108 Fichet Monopole lock

Figure LSS+3109 Fichet H decoder system by John Falle

Figure LSS+3110 Fichet H version sidebar detail

Figure LSS+3111 Fichet H version sidebar detail

Figure LSS+3112 John Falle Fichet Pump 787 decoder system

Figure LSS+3113 Mottura key

Figure LSS+3114 Abloy DiscLock models

Figure LSS+3115 Chubb Ava padlock

Figure LSS+3116 John Falle for Chubb Ava, variable key generation system

Figure LSS+3117 John Falle Evva 3KS decoder system and lock

Figure LSS+3118 John Falle Dom Diamond decoder system

Figure LSS+3119 John Falle Dom diamond key bitting surface

Figure LSS+3120 John Falle Vehicle decoder system for laser track locks

Figure LSS+3121 John Falle Universal pin tumbler lock decoder

Figure LSS+3122 John Falle Needle assembly for pin tumbler lock decoder

Figure LSS+3123 Medeco ARX pins

Figure LSS+3124 Medeco key tips for John Falle decoder system

Figure LSS+3125 BiLock keys

Figure LSS+3126 BiLock plug detail

Figure LSS+3127 BiLock probes for John Falle decoder

Figure LSS+3128 BiLock decoder system by John Falle

Figure LSS+3129 John Falle Axira decoder system

Figure LSS+3130 John Falle Picard decoder system

Figure LSS+3131 Key turning system, available through John Falle

Figure LSS+3132 Chubb Battleship Pin and Cam system by John Falle

Figure LSS+3133 Ford Tibbe decoder, by John Falle

Figure LSS+3134 Chubb AVA key

Figure LSS+3135 Evva 3KS Pick and decode tool by John Falle

Figure LSS+3136 3KS Slider portion of pick tool

Figure LSS+3137 John Falle Pin Lock decoder utilizing pin and cam technology

Figure LSS+3138 The pick-probe tool for the advanced pin lock decoder tool

Figure LSS+3139 The Var-Key system is incorporated within the advanced pin lock decoder by John Falle

Figure LSS_3140 BMW key decoder by Silca.

Figure LSS+3141 Ford Galaxy wafers, showing indication of picking and decoding

Figure LSS+3142 HPC and other produce a complete line of axial picks and decoders

 Discussion of endoscope and borescope. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 The John Falle lever decoder system. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Bypass of laser track or sidewinder locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Master key records. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 A discussion of reading the belly of a lever. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic implications of the bypass of lever locks. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Forensic implications of picking or decoding the Abloy lock. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 LSS301: Abus decoder, by John Falle

 LSS301: European lever lock decoder, by John Falle

 LSS301: Ford Galaxy decoding system, by John Falle

 LSS302: Medeco lock decoding system, by John Falle

 LSS302: Universal pin lock decoder, by John Falle

 LSS302: European lever lock pick, by John Falle

 LSS302: Axira lock decoding system, by John Falle

 LSS302: BMW lock decoder system, by John Falle

 LSS303: Pin and cam system for CISA and other European locks, by John Falle

 LSS303: BiLock decoder system, by John Falle

 LSS303: Abloy decoder system, by John Falle

 LSS303: Universal pin and cam system, by John Falle

 LSS304: Universal belly reader system, by John Falle

 LSS304: Key turning system for lever locks, by John Falle

 LSS304: DOM Diamond decoder and pick system, by John Falle.

 LSS304: Chubb AVA pick and decoder system, by John Falle

 LSS305: EVVA 3KS pick and decoder system, by John Falle

 LSS305: Pin lock decoder system with pin and cam technology, by John Falle.

Chapter Thirty-Two

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Add text to section 32_4.4.3 Basic tool mark examinations

Add section 32_5.0 Forced Entry Tools for Motor Vehicles

Add section 32_6.0 Hybrid Entry Tools for Locks and Doors

Add section 32_7.0 Specific Entry Problems for Doors, Gates, and Windows

Figure LSS+3201 Sigma Baby ram

Figure LSS+3202 Explosive Wall Breaching System

Figure LSS+3203 Sigma Firecracker ram

Figure LSS+3204 Sigma Mitts

Figure LSS+3205 Sigma Ripper

Figure LSS+3206 Power actuated tool

Figure LSS+3207 External - Right hand inward opening timber door with standard Yale type lock; Internal - Left hand inward opening steel gate in confined area armed with single deadlock. Courtesy Ian Bauchop.

Figure LSS+3208 External - Left hand outward opening solid timbers door with two locks; Internal - Left hand inward opening steel grille. Confined space with one deadlock and two sliding bolts

Figure LSS+3209 Internal concertina mild steel window grilles behind 6 mm float glass casement window

Figure LSS+3210 Right hand inward opening solid timber door with multipoint locking system

Figure LSS+3211 External - Right hand outward opening steel gate, slightly recessed with single lock and cover plate down lock side on two rising butt hinges; Internal - Right hand inward opening timber door

Figure LSS+3212 External - Steel cage protecting front door with right hand outward opening single lock with now cover plate. External steel grilles protection windows; Internal - Inward opening solid timber door

Figure LSS+3213 Right hand inward opening flush solid timber door with one visible lock

Figure LSS+3214 Internal view of LSS+3213 detailing timber braces and additional deadlock and night chain

Figure LSS+3215 Right hand inward opening solid timber door with four individual locks. Attack made with chain saw on hinge side

Figure LSS+3216 External - Right hand opening steel gate with single lock, full cover plate and rising butt hinges; Internal - Right hand outward opening solid timber door, locks unseen

Figure LSS+3217 External - Right hand outward opening steel gate, single lock, no cover plate and standard butt hinges; Internal - Right hand inward opening solid timber door, one lock visible

Figure LSS+3218 External - Right hand outward opening timber and glass door with single lock; Internal - Right hand opening timber and glass paneled door with two locks

Figure LSS+3219 Recessed Left hand inward opening solid timber door with multipoint locking system, set in steel frame plus additional top lock

Figure LSS+3220 External - Flush with building right hand outward opening steel paneled gate with steel mesh and full cover plate; Internal - Standard timber door with glass panel

Figure LSS+3221 Left hand outward opening recessed solid timber fire door with steel panel

Figure LSS+3222 External - Heavy duty right hand outward opening steel gate proud of building line with single lock and no cover plate; Internal - Right hand inward opening timber door, locks unseen

Figure LSS+3223 External - Recessed right hand outward opening steel gate with three standard butt hinges and no cover strip; Internal - Right hand inward opening timber paneled door with two locks visible

Figure LSS+3224 A sigma forced entry team shows the technique for breaching a door.

Figure LSS+3225 MSC Lock Force tool is similar to that produced by SIGMA

Figure LSS+3226 There are various dies for the MSC LOCK FORCE tool to fit different profiles

Figure LSS+3227 The use of the MSC LOCK FORCE tool is straightforward

Figure LSS+3228 The BROCO thermic lance is a small self contained package

Figure LSS+3229 The BROCO control nozzle and chemical self starter for the thermic lance

Figure LSS+3230 The KIBB security lock and strike system makes bypass difficult

Figure LSS+3231, an attack on a file cabinet safe with a variety of tools.

 Figure LSS+3232 A hole saw can be used to ream out the entire plug.

 Figure LSS+3233 A new shear line is created by drilling the plug.

Figure LSS+3234 The mounting for the cylinder is cast and can be fractured, allowing removal of the lock.

Figure LSS+3235 Knob locks should not be used as the sole protection on exterior doors.

Figure LSS+3236 Rim locks must be mounted properly to increase their resistance to attack.

Figure LSS+3237 Cylinders can be pried loose if not mounted properly.

Figure LSS+3238 The cylinder was pounded through the mounting.

Figure LSS+3239 A pipe wrench can be utilized to twist loose a key-in-knob or cylinder lock.

 Figure LSS+3240 The ease by which a cylinder can be removed by shearing the set screw.

 A wrench attack on cylinders can be very effective. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Figure LSS+3241 A diagram showing the principle of jamb spreading.

 Figure LSS+3242, examples of burglary tools found at the scene of a safe job.

 Cylinders can be forcibly removed by applying torque and destroying internal set screws. The set screws can also be removed during business hours to allow the cylinder to be unscrewed at a later time. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

Figure LSS+3243, a special drill bit for removing plugs, called a rotary pick.

Figure LSS+3244 A lock can be drilled by raising all drivers above shear line.

Figure LSS+3245 A lock can be drilled to create a new shear line.

Figure LSS+3246 A lock can be drilled and then shimmed with a fine wire.

 Sigma analysis of the Kibb interlocking strike plate, with Ian Bauchop.

 Demonstration of different forced entry techniques on doors utilizing the Kibb interlocking strike plate design.

 A wrench attack on cylinders can be very effective. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 Forensic evidence of forced entry. Courtesy of Hans Mejlshede.

 Opening a padlock by bouncing the locking dog. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 LSS201: MSC Lock Force tool, courtesy of MSC

 LSS201: Forced entry tools produced by Sigma. Courtesy of Ian Bauchop.

 LSS202: Broco Thermic lance description and use, by Tom Joos.

Figure LSS+3243, a special drill bit for removing plugs, called a rotary pick.

Chapter Thirty-Three

Figure LSS+3301 A seventeenth century German strongbox

Figure LSS+3302 German chest lock, seventeenth century and a French chest, sixteenth century

Figure LSS+3303 German chest locks, seventeenth century, and fifteenth century.

Figure LSS+3304 Record safe with internal component layout.

Figure LSS+3305 The money safe and internal view.

Figure LSS+3306 Examples of composite safe, claded safe, and combination safe.

Figure LSS+3307, an example of a floor safe and SMNA labels for fire and burglary rating.

Figure LSS+3308 Examples of fire protected file cabinets.

 LSS101: Discussion of safe design by Bill Sherlock.

Chapter Thirty-Four

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Add section 34_7.2.1.1 Sargent & Greenleaf Model 6600 Series

Add section 34_7.2.1.2 Sargent & Greenleaf Model 8400 Series

Add section 34_7.2.1.3 Sargent & Greenleaf Model 8500 Series

Add section 34_7.2.1.4 Mosler Model 300-400 and 301-401 MR Series Locks

Add section 34_7.2.1.5 Mosler Model 302-402 MR and 302-402 MRK Series

Add section 34_7.2.1.6 LaGard Model 1980

Add section 34_7.2.1.7 Mas-Hamilton X-07

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Figure LSS+3401 S&G Model 6600 Series (1950Version)

Figure LSS+3402 S&G Model 6600 Series (1960Version)

Figure LSS+3403 S&G 6600 SERIES (1960 VERSION) DISASSEMBLED

Figure LSS+3405 Diagram of disassembled lock

Figure LSS+3406 Mosler 302 MR Hand Change Lock

Figure LSS+3407 Mas-Hamilton Group X-07 Electromechanical Lock

Figure LSS+3408 Diebold Model 180 Series

Figure LSS+3409 Puzzle locks, 18th and 19th century

Figure LSS+3410 Tobacco box and lock

Figure LSS+3411 Yale and S&G three wheel locks, circa. 1948

Figure LSS+3412 Hand-change combination lock procedure

Figure LSS+3413 Hole-change combination lock procedure

Figure LSS+3414 Screw-change combination lock procedure

Figure LSS+3415 Metal and plastic wheel pack in combination locks

Figure LSS+3416 S&G 6700 MP combination lock

Figure LSS+3417 S&G 6730 MP combination lock

Figure LSS+3418 S&G 6700 MP combination lock

Figure LSS+3419 S&G 8400 combination lock

Figure LSS+3420 S&G 8470 combination lock diagram

Figure LSS+3421 S&G 8550 combination lock

Figure LSS+3422 LaGard 1980 combination lock

Figure LSS+3423 Pillard time lock

Figure LSS+3424 UL tolerances for Group 1 and Group 2 combination locks

Chatwood Invincible Key Lock

Dalton Permutation

Damon's Patent Lock

Day and Newell Parautoptic Safe Key

Dodds MacNeale & Urban's "Excelsior"

W.B. Dodds

Hall's Double Dial Premier (mid-size) with Consolidated Time Lock

Hall's Premier (mid-size)

Hall's Crescent

Hall's Crescent

Hall's Safe Lock

Hall's Single Dial Premier (mid-size) with Consolidated Time Lock

Herring, Farrel, and Sherman Double Dial

Herring Grasshopper Key Lock

H.C. Jones Patent Combination Lock

"Hobnail" (Early American) Safe Key

Lillie (attributed) Click Lock with Key

Lillie (attributed) Dial Lock w/Knob

Lillie (Lewis) "Click Lock" Safe Key

Miller Combination Lock Patent Model

Rosengrens Safe Lock

Safe Deposit Lock-1

Sargent's Magnetic Lock #2 (early)

Sargent & Greenleaf #3 Fire Proof Lock

Sargent & Greenleaf #1 Vault Door Lock

T. J. Sullivan

Yale Double Dial Bank Lock Earliest pat. Date-July 14, 1857

Yale Double Dial Split-Bolt Vault Lock

Yale Pin Dial Time Lock (56 hour, 2 movement)

Yale 101-1/2 Double Dial

Yale Quadruplex Safe Key

LSS101: Discussion of the X-07 and X-08 with Joe Cortie

Chapter Thirty-Five

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Add section 35_4.2.2B Pulling

Add section 35_4.2.2C Pounding

Add section 35_4.2.2D Wedging

Add section 35_4.2.7.7 Definition of Conventional Explosives

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 3563-15

 3563-16

 3563-17

 3563-1819

Figure LSS+3501 Chemical composition of tear gars

Figure LSS+3502 Tear gas canister

Figure LSS+3503 Table of Explosives

Figure LSS+3504 Emergency dials

Figure LSS+3505 Fire and record safes

Figure LSS+3506 Money safes

Figure LSS+3507 Cash safes

Figure LSS+3505 Fire and record safes

Figure LSS+3506 Money safes

Figure LSS+3507 Cash safes

 Figure LSS+3508. Punching involves the wheel pack being forced inward

 Figure LSS+3509, diagram showing how a safe is peeled by gaining an access point to remove layers of metal.

 Figure LSS+3510. In this figure, peeling was accomplished from the corner using a cold chisel.

Figure LSS+3511 This was a peel and punch attack to access the bolts (left). A classic peel attack is shown (right)

Figure LSS+3512, examples of peeling of the outer skin on the top of the container and the rivets popped.

 Figure LSS+3513 Prying and wedging.

 Figure LSS+3514 A safe that has had the door pulled loose by the application of extreme pressure.

Figure LSS+3515, (ISP 38-3563 left, and 39-3563 right). The result of pounding of components.

 Figure LSS+3516, Bolts were sheared from shock waves through the use of the welded bar to the front of the door.

 Figure LSS+3517. Example of punching. Pressure was applied to the hinge side.

 Figure LSS+3518. This was a pound attack. The door was pounded with many hits.

   Figure LSS+3519, An attack by the use of a wedge to pry apart and separate portions of the container.

Figure LSS+3520, The top of the safe was cut into to provide access to the boltworks.

Figure LSS+3521 Attacks by torch. In the middle picture, an inept attempt to open the safe by cutting through the side.

Figure LSS+3522. Attack using a torch where there was obviously no knowledge of where to cut.

Figure LSS+3523 Additional examples of the use of a torch. In the photographs, the lock box is burned out.

Figure LSS+3524 Lines scored by an oxy-acetylene torch in the outer shell of a Chubb safe.

Figure LSS+3525, examples of torch attack. Incorrect tools were utilized on the side of the safe.

Figure LSS+3526, attack by torch that did not result in an opening.

Figure LSS+3527, A torch attack where burglars cut a portion from the door for access.

Figure LSS+3528, Examples of attack by oxyacetylene.

Figure LSS+3529. The thermic lance develops high temperature and can be utilized virtually anywhere.

Figure LSS+3530 An example of a safe attacked with a thermic lance.

 Figure LSS+3531 An example of arc welding with cutting rods.

Figure LSS+3532, A free-standing Chubb safe was attacked with explosives.

Figure LSS+3533 A safe was open with explosives, after being filled with water.

Figure LSS+3534 A fixed drill rig.

Figure LSS+3535 A burglary where it is suspected that a drill rig caused the fracture of the outer skin of the door.

Figure LSS+3536 Core drill can produce a large hole for access to the bolt works or lock box.

 Figure LSS+3537 Critical drill points are shown. This is a rear view, with the lock case removed.

Figure LSS+3538 (ISP 23-2963) Deflector plates made of angle iron are added to deter drilling.

Figure LSS+3539 (ISP 104-3563) The bolt is punched out of the way in order for the handle cam to be rotated.

Figure LSS+3540 Burglars drilled into the side of the safe to punch and drive the bolt out of the way.

 Figure LSS+3541 A scope is inserted to obtain a view of the wheel pack.

Figure LSS+3542 The fence is a prime target for drilling, either the soldered link or the actual fence material.

Figure LSS+3543 Progression of movement of the fence into the gate of the wheel pack.

Figure LSS+3544 A 90 degree angle view with a borescope using a mirror on a Mosler MR 302.

Figure LSS+3545 Locating the fence for drilling.

Figure LSS+3546 A lever fence that has been drilled, and then removed.

Figure LSS+3547 Drilled relockers and zoom view.

 Figure LSS+3548 Mosler MR-302 point of penetration.

Figure LSS+3549 Hole drilled through cover plate.

Figure LSS+3550 Side drilling and scoping the lock case.

Figure LSS+3551 Floor safe that has been angle drilled to view wheel pack.

Figure LSS+3552 Safe drilled from the top of safe to lock box to view the wheel pack.

Figure LSS+3553 Many burglaries are simulated.

Figure LSS+3554 The burglar uses a drill without much knowledge of the safe.

 3563-15 Individual must have knowledge

 3563-16 Tool knowledge of the burglar

 3563-17 Time limit for burglary

 3563-1819 Proficiency in burglarizing types of safes

 LSS201: A primer on the burglary of safes, Courtesy of Bill Sherlock.

 LSS201: Forensics and locks, Courtesy of Bill Sherlock.

 LSS202: Steve Mattoon on the use of explosives to gain entry.

Chapter Thirty-Six

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Figure LSS+3601 Mas-Hamilton Soft Drill system

Figure LSS+3602 Soft Drill display screens during manipulation

Figure LSS+3603 Parallax error can cause problems during manipulation

2963-42 The use of robot dialers

 Use of ultra violet to determine which keys have been depressed on a keypad. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

 LSS201: Mark Bates on Manipulation

 LSS201: Mark Bates on the Soft Drill

Chapter Thirty-Seven

Add text to section 37_12.0 from case citations.

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Figure LSS+3701 UL Label

Figure LSS+3702 UL Label designations and nomenclature

Figure LSS+3703 SMNA Label designations

Chapter Thirty-Nine

 Figure LSS+3901 Kwikset key-in-knob bypass tool

 Hinges and forensic evidence. Courtesy Don Shiles.

 Case example: removal of sliding glass door. Courtesy of Don Shiles.

Chapter Forty

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Add section 40_2.1.6 Power Supply

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Add section 40_3.0.2 Environmental Considerations

Add section 40_3.1.1 Balanced Magnetic Switch

Add section 40_3.1.8 Taut wire

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Add section 40_3.2.3.C Fiber optic Fence

Add section 40_3.2.4 Wall Vibration

Add section 40_3.2.5 Fiber Optic Wall

Add section 40_3.2.6 In-ground fiber optic

Add section 40_3.2.7 Ported Coax Buried Line

Add section 40_3.2.8 Balance buried pressure

Add section 40_3.2.9 Buried Geophone

Add section 40_3.4.1 Electric Field

Add section 40_3.5.1.2 Radar

Add section 40_3.5.2.1 Passive Infrared

Add section 40_3.5.2.2 Active Ultrasonic

Add section 40_3.5.2.3 Audio Sensors

Add section 40_3.5.2.4 Acoustic Detection (Air Turbulence)

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Add section 40_3.6.B Exterior Active Infrared

Add section 40_3.7.1 Video Motion Detection

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Add text to section 40_3.0 Sensor Categories

Add text to section 40_2.1 Technology Solutions

Add text to section 40_2.1.2 Alarm Monitoring Systems

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Add text to section 40_2.1.1.2 Sensor Integration

Add text to section 40_2.1.4 Communications

Add text to section 40_1.1.1 Cost Considerations

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Add text to section 40_3.1.1 Magnetic Switch

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Figure LSS+4001 Typical Balanced magnetic switch installation

Figure LSS+4002 Typical glass-break sensor installation

Figure LSS+4003 Typical long range detection pattern for monostatic microwave sensors

Figure LSS+4004 Typical short range monostatic microwave detection pattern

Figure LSS+4005 Typical bistatic microwave detection pattern

Figure LSS+4006 Microwave sensor zones

Figure LSS+4007 Bistatic microwave layout configurations

Figure LSS+4008 Bistatic microwave sensor

Figure LSS+4009 Wall vibration sensor

Figure LSS+4010 Fiber optic structural vibration sensor

Figure LSS+4011 Passive ultrasonic motion sensor

Figure LSS+4012 Active ultrasonic motion sensor

Figure LSS+4013 Passive infrared sensor

Figure LSS+4014 Typical PIR coverage pattern (ceiling mounted) and disc floor beam pattern

Figure LSS+4015 Typical PIR curtain detection pattern (wall mounted)

Figure LSS+4016 Passive infrared

Figure LSS+4017 PIR coverage/placement patterns

Figure LSS+4018 Active infrared motion sensor

Figure LSS+4019 Active infrared motion sensor (Exterior)

Figure LSS+4020 Vibration fence sensor

Figure LSS+4021 Electronic Field detection configuration/patterns

Figure LSS+4022 Capacitance sensor applications

Figure LSS+4023 Strain-sensitive cable (coaxial)

Figure LSS+4024 Strain-sensitive cable (magnetic)

Figure LSS+4025 Strain-sensitive cable (applications)

Figure LSS+4026 Fiber optic cable

Figure LSS+4027 Taut wire fence sensor

Figure LSS+4028 Microwave and taut wire sensor combination

Figure LSS+4029 Ported coaxial cable and fence sensor combinations

Figure LSS+4030 In-ground fiber optic sensor

Figure LSS+4031 Buried ported cable sensor

Figure LSS+4032 Balanced buried pressure line sensor

Figure LSS+4033 Buried geophone sensors

Figure LSS+4034 Acoustic/air turbulence sensor

Figure LSS+4035 Logistics/munitions storage complex

Figure LSS+4036 Typical perimeter security intrusion detection process. 

Figure LSS+4037 Original dial-up alarm reporting device

Figure LSS+4038  Exterior intrusion sensors

Figure LSS+4039 Exterior sensor applications model

Figure LSS+4040 Interior sensor application model

Figure LSS+4041 Interior intrusion sensors