I can’t be THAT amazing…
Three weeks into my new hobby, I’ve made a small investment into supplies. A Genesis Kit and a couple loose picks from CI, and some additional tension tools from Sparrows. I’ve picked up Master Lock 140D, 150, #3, 22D, 575DPF and a 605DAT. All six locks crumbled beneath my tools in less than five minutes each.
I’m fairly positive I haven’t discovered a previously unknown virtuosity.
An Abus 55/40 has given me some fight: only four opens in two weeks. I’m pretty sure the Abus 82/63, likewise, will be tough. I know I’m not ready for the 72/40.
I imagine practicing, and getting proficient on numerous yellow and orange locks is the best way to prepare for some more colorful varietals; but, how do I go about prudent lock acquisition? Those six Master Locks, though less than $75 combined, make me question my selections: feels like money wasted?