Lishi lock picks
Pick and decode by matching the exact keyway
A Lishi lock pick is a keyway-specific 2-in-1 pick and decoder. It gives you a guided picking path, pin or wafer position marks, and a decoding grid so you can work one lock profile with much more visual feedback than a standard hook pick.
The important rule is simple: Lishi tools are not universal. Choose by the lock's exact keyway, pin count, and lock family. In the US that usually means Schlage SC1, SC4, or SC20; Kwikset KW1 or KW5; Yale-style rim or Euro profiles; AM5 for compatible American Lock padlocks; or a vehicle-specific Lishi for automotive wafer locks.
New to this tool style? Add the Beginners Visual Guide so the pin states, tension, feedback, and decoding marks make sense before you start practicing.
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Which Lishi lock pick do you need?
Start with the lock profile, not the brand name alone. A Schlage tool will not fit a Kwikset keyway, and an automotive tool must match the vehicle lock profile.
| Tool route | Keyway / profile | Lock family | Best fit | Start here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lishi SC1 | SC1 | Schlage residential | Common 5-pin Schlage cylinders and practice locks | Best first Schlage route when the lock uses SC1 |
| Lishi SC4 | SC4 | Schlage residential | Six-pin Schlage cylinders and training locks | Choose when the lock or practice cylinder is SC4 |
| Lishi SC20 | SC20 / Schlage L | Schlage Classic C / L | Six-pin Schlage L master keyway work | Useful when you want broader Schlage L compatibility |
| Lishi KW1 | KW1 | Kwikset residential | Common 5-pin Kwikset cylinders | Best first Kwikset route when the lock uses KW1 |
| Lishi KW5 | KW5 | Kwikset residential | Six-pin Kwikset cylinders | Choose for 6-pin KW5 profiles, not 5-pin KW1 locks |
| Yale-style rim / Euro | Yale-style profiles | Rim and Euro cylinders | Compatible 5-pin and 6-pin Yale-style cylinders | Choose rim or Euro to match the cylinder format |
| Lishi AM5 | AM3 / AM5 / AM7 | American Lock padlocks | Compatible American Lock padlock keyways | A focused padlock route when the AM keyway matches |
| Automotive Lishi tools | Vehicle-specific wafer keyways | Car door and ignition locks | Choose by make, model, year, and lock profile | Use the compatibility list before choosing a vehicle tool |
Match the keyway before you buy. Use only on locks you own or have clear permission to work on.
Before you add to cart
The right Lishi is the one that fits the lock
If you are buying your first Lishi, do not start with the cheapest listing you can find. Start with the lock in front of you. Check the keyway, pin count, and lock family, then pick the matching tool. Most mistakes happen when buyers choose by brand name alone.
LockPickWorld ships US orders quickly from a domestic shopping experience, with plain packaging, support, and free US Economy shipping on qualifying orders. That matters most when you want the tool soon and want help choosing the correct profile.
Lishi for Rim Cylinder Locks
$89.71Precio unitario /Agotado
Ganzúa y decodificador Lishi para cerraduras Yale de 5 y 6 pines (cilindro de cerradura europeo)
$89.87Precio unitario /Agotado
Herramienta 2 en 1 de 5 pines original Lishi Schlage (SC1)
$39.99Precio 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
Herramienta 2 en 1 de 5 pines Lishi Kwikset (KW1) original
$42.99Precio unitario /Agotado
Herramientas de ganzúas Lishi 2 en 1 - Ganzúas Lishi (32 para elegir)
$52.11Precio unitario /Agotado
Lishi lock pick FAQ
What is a Lishi lock pick?
What is a Lishi lock pick?
A Lishi lock pick is a keyway-specific 2-in-1 tool. It combines a guided pick with a decoding grid, so you can work individual pins or wafers and then read the key bitting after the lock turns.
Are Lishi lock picks universal?
Are Lishi lock picks universal?
No. Each tool is cut for a specific keyway or lock profile. A Schlage SC1 Lishi is not a Kwikset KW1 Lishi, and a vehicle Lishi must match the vehicle lock profile.
Which Lishi should I choose for Schlage locks?
Which Lishi should I choose for Schlage locks?
For common US Schlage work, check whether the lock uses SC1, SC4, or SC20 / Schlage L. SC1 is a common 5-pin residential route, SC4 is a 6-pin route, and SC20 is used for Schlage L master keyway work.
Which Lishi should I choose for Kwikset locks?
Which Lishi should I choose for Kwikset locks?
KW1 is the common 5-pin Kwikset route. KW5 is for compatible 6-pin Kwikset keyways. Match the keyway and pin count before buying.
Do you sell Lishi-style tools for Yale rim and Euro cylinders?
Do you sell Lishi-style tools for Yale rim and Euro cylinders?
Yes. Choose the rim cylinder tool for compatible Yale-style rim locks, or the Euro cylinder tool for compatible Yale-style Euro profiles. The cylinder format matters.
Can one Lishi pick work on cars and house locks?
Can one Lishi pick work on cars and house locks?
No. Automotive Lishi tools and residential Lishi tools are matched to different lock profiles. Use the vehicle compatibility list for car tools and the keyway table above for residential tools.
Why pair a Lishi with the Beginners Visual Guide?
Why pair a Lishi with the Beginners Visual Guide?
The Beginners Visual Guide explains pin states, tension, feedback, and lock mechanics visually. That makes the markings on a 2-in-1 pick easier to understand while you practice.
Can I use these on any lock?
Can I use these on any lock?
Use lock picking tools only on locks you own or have explicit permission to work on. Lishi tools are useful for locksmith work, authorized servicing, and locksport practice, but they should never be used on someone else's lock without permission.