Residential Lishi tools
Choose by keyway first: Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, or AM5
A Lishi residential lock pick is a keyway-specific 2-in-1 pick and decoder for pin tumbler cylinders. These tools are not universal picks: they work best when the tool, keyway profile, and pin count match the lock in front of you.
- Schlage: SC1, SC4, and SC20 tools for common Schlage residential and Classic C profiles.
- Kwikset: KW1 and KW5 tools for common 5-pin and 6-pin Kwikset keyways.
- Yale-style rim and Euro: Lishi-style picks for compatible 5-pin and 6-pin Yale profiles.
- American Lock AM5: a 2-in-1 pick and decoder for compatible AM3, AM5, and AM7 padlock keyways.
New to guided picking? Pair the correct keyway tool with the Beginners Visual Guide to build pin feedback, tension control, and decoding confidence.
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Residential Lishi picks at a glance
Start with the lock's keyway, not the lock brand alone. Schlage, Kwikset, Yale-style, and AM5 tools each follow a specific profile and pin layout.
| Tool | Keyway / profile | Lock family | Pins | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lishi SC1 | SC1 | Schlage residential | 5-pin | Common Schlage SC1 practice, picking, and decoding |
| Lishi SC4 | SC4 | Schlage residential | 6-pin | Six-pin Schlage SC4 cylinders and training locks |
| Lishi SC20 | SC20 / Schlage C | Schlage Classic C | 6-pin | Broader Schlage C-profile work where SC20 is the match |
| Lishi KW1 | KW1 | Kwikset residential | 5-pin | Common Kwikset KW1 cylinders and starter practice |
| Lishi KW5 | KW5 | Kwikset residential | 6-pin | Six-pin Kwikset KW5 cylinders when the keyway matches |
| Yale Euro | Yale-style Euro | Euro cylinder profiles | 5/6-pin | Compatible Yale-style Euro cylinders |
| Yale Rim | Yale-style rim | Rim cylinders | 5/6-pin | Compatible Yale-style rim cylinder locks |
| Lishi AM5 | AM3 / AM5 / AM7 | American Lock padlocks | 6-pin | American Lock padlocks using compatible AM keyways |
Use only on locks you own or have clear permission to work on. For fundamentals and visual pin feedback, add the Beginners Visual Guide.
Herramienta 2 en 1 de 5 pines original Lishi Schlage (SC1)
$39.99Precio unitario /Agotado
Herramienta 2 en 1 de 5 pines Lishi Kwikset (KW1) original
$42.99Precio unitario /Agotado
Herramientas originales para ganzúas Lishi Kwikset (KW5) de 6 pines, 2 en 1
Lishi for Kwikset Locks (KW5 profiles)
$42.99Precio unitario /Agotado
Ganzúa y decodificador Lishi para cerraduras Yale de 5 y 6 pines (cilindro de cerradura europeo)
$89.87Precio unitario /Agotado
Lishi for Rim Cylinder Locks
$89.71Precio unitario /Agotado
Residential Lishi FAQ
Which residential Lishi should I buy first?
Which residential Lishi should I buy first?
Buy the tool that matches the lock's keyway. In the US, common residential choices include Schlage SC1, SC4, and SC20 plus Kwikset KW1 and KW5. Yale-style rim and Euro tools are for compatible Yale profiles, and AM5 is for compatible American Lock padlock keyways.
Is a Lishi pick universal?
Is a Lishi pick universal?
No. A Lishi 2-in-1 pick and decoder is cut for a specific keyway profile. A Schlage SC1 tool is not a Kwikset KW1 tool, and a Yale-style rim cylinder tool is not a Euro cylinder tool. Match the profile before adding to cart.
What is the difference between SC1, SC4, and SC20?
What is the difference between SC1, SC4, and SC20?
They are separate Schlage-family profiles. SC1 is a common 5-pin residential route, SC4 is a 6-pin Schlage route, and SC20 is a separate 6-pin Schlage Classic C option. Choose the exact tool that matches the lock or practice cylinder you plan to work on.
Should I choose KW1 or KW5 for Kwikset?
Should I choose KW1 or KW5 for Kwikset?
KW1 is the common 5-pin Kwikset keyway. KW5 is the 6-pin Kwikset option. Match the keyway and pin count on the cylinder; do not choose by brand name alone.
Do these tools decode as well as pick?
Do these tools decode as well as pick?
Yes. A 2-in-1 Lishi-style tool combines guided picking with a decoder grid. After the plug turns, the grid helps read pin depths for the matching keyway profile.
Why add the Beginners Visual Guide?
Why add the Beginners Visual Guide?
The Beginners Visual Guide helps new pickers understand pin states, tension, feedback, and what the tool is showing you. It pairs well with Lishi practice because the visual grid makes the learning loop clearer.
Can I use these on any lock?
Can I use these on any lock?
Use lock picks only on locks you own or have explicit permission to work on. Lishi tools are useful for training, locksmith work, and authorized lock servicing, but they should never be used on someone else's lock without permission.