It doesn't really show how the bottom pin is being used to apply tension on the tumbler and this tension is what causes the key pins to catch when raking them with the bobby pin.

How to make a lockpick out of a bobby pin. Open your inventory, type in lock pick in the search bar on the right, and right click on the lock pick to see crafting recipes. Now insert the tension wrench tool (hairpin a) into the bottom of the lock. The actual lock picking happens with the picker.

Lock picking is as old as locks themselves, and is enjoyed as a hobby and practical skill worldwide. Then insert hairpin b into the middle of the lock all the way back. Download the most recent version from the download link.

I have the ps4 edition, but yes. With the second bobby pin your putting a little pressure to the direction that the lock turns which causes the pins to get stuck by the tiny ledge that you just made inside the lock. Lockpicks are essential in chernobylite but they can't be crafted immediately.

Head out of the room and pop a joy pill. Next, bend the bobby pin to the left, creating a 90ëš bend. As soon as the tensioner is in place, you can try to manipulate the pins with the lock picker.

All you need are two bobby pins to craft one lockpick, and usually you can find multiple bobby pins laying around in a single spot.