If you’re into lock picking or just fascinated by security, you won’t want to miss the latest video from LockPickingLawyer. In this video, he takes on the Federal Lock Model 720B padlock, a high-security option that boasts a number of impressive security features. Despite these defenses, he manages to pick it open in just 57 seconds using standard lock-picking tools!

The Lock: Federal 720B

This lock, seemingly intended for the UK market, comes with a range of security features:

• Patented Clever Shackle Design – Uses a button mechanism to release the shackle rather than a traditional screw.
• Ball Bearing Locking Mechanism – Provides extra resistance against shimming.
• Anti-Drill Sliding Cover Plate – Designed to prevent easy drilling attacks.
• Six-Pin Brass Cylinder – Featuring mushroom pins, anti-bump, and anti-drill pins to resist picking attempts.
• Solid Brass Body with Molybdenum Shackle – A strong, durable build meant to withstand cutting and brute force attacks.

The Pick: 57 Seconds to Defeat

Despite its strong marketing claims, LockPickingLawyer was able to pick the lock in just 57 seconds (1:26 to 2:23 in the video). He used a 50,000th-inch tensioner and a short hook pick from the Apex line—available at Covert Instruments—to manipulate the pins. While the lock did contain security features like spools and a bump-resistant pin, it ultimately didn’t hold up against an experienced picker.

Gut Analysis: What’s Inside?

After picking the lock, LockPickingLawyer disassembled it to examine its internal components. Some key observations:

• Anti-Drill Pins: Two hardened steel pins protect the core from drilling.
• Serrated Key Pins: Found in slots 1, 2, 5, and 6 to make picking more difficult.
• Spool Pins: Present in four slots, increasing pick resistance by creating false sets.
• Bump-Resistant Pin & Heavy Spring: In slot 3, likely designed to prevent bump key attacks.
• Counter-Milling on the Core: Adds another layer of resistance by causing pins to catch during manipulation.

While the lock offers solid resistance to brute force and low-skill attacks, it ultimately couldn’t stop an experienced picker for long.

Final Thoughts

For those looking for a mid-tier security padlock, the Federal 720B does a decent job of resisting common attacks like raking and bumping. However, as LockPickingLawyer demonstrated, it’s no match for a skilled picker. If you’re interested in this lock, you can check it out on Amazon.

Watch the full breakdown in the video below:

If you’re looking to improve your own picking skills, you can grab the same Apex EDC picks used in the video from Covert Instruments.

What do you think of this lock? Let us know in the comments below!