I've been thinking about lock picking after hearing about some burglaries near my friend's place. My friend mentioned the thieves got in through open doors and windows, but I'm curious about whether the average thief actually has the skill to pick locks. How common is this skill among thieves?
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Honestly, most thieves aren't really into lock picking. They usually prefer easy targets like open windows and unlocked doors. The effort it takes to pick a lock can get them caught, so they often go for the smash-and-grab approach instead. It's a time thing—quicker in and out is the aim!
While some can pick locks—I've learned lock picking just for fun!—it’s way more common for thieves to just look for easy opportunities. They tend to avoid techniques that could slow them down.
I agree with that. Most thieves just want to get in fast without drawing attention. Sure, some people know how to pick locks, but they're not the average crook. Most of them just look for the easiest entry point, not something that requires a toolset.
Exactly! If a thief is planning on breaking in, they're more likely to kick the door down or find an open window than waste time trying to pick a lock.