Terry and Michael... Listening to you guys in regards to the profession is certainly enlightening (and interesting). The lack of exposure and training some of these folks receive in picking or manipulating
does make sense. And it's true such things account for only a
small percentage of the work they have to focus on.
At the same time, I cannot help but wonder... just how many of them know
full well this stuff is legit. Rather, it's just easier and more beneficial to them (
their work, their conversations, their egos, etc. etc.) if they can lead people around 'em to believe it's bullshit.
I mean really, how can you
NOT in this day in age, know that this stuff exists, is being used in the field, and is very real. The International Safecracking Competition has been held... for how many years? So whadda they think - these folks all get together every year to 'pretend'? lol. The news over the years have covered plenty of safe stories where the safe was 'manipulated' open. Or how about the magazines and catalogs they no doubt receive all the time in the mail as a business? Hell, (
as a result of just a few on-line buys) I find at least a couple in my mailbox every month. These are usually riddled with the latest manipulation aids, and announcements for the 'next upcoming manipulation course'.
I have no problem believing that many do not seek out further training with picking or manipulation. But I find it
very difficult to believe that most people in the trade do
not know the truth. It doesn't bother me really, it's more interesting than anything. Actually, let the craft die out. By the time I'm old and gray, I'll be part of a rather elite group with a service that's hard to find. lol
And, as if there wasn't enough to discuss already...
mdc5150 wrote:Notorious Ballyhoo sounds like a rapper name from the 1700's.
Matt brings up yet another valid point.