“Interchangeable
Cores: Small Format”, ©2000 by William M. Lynk/TNL, has now become a
standard in the international market! This book covers everything you need to
know about how to service, sell, install and troubleshoot small format I-Cores.
Learn the basics in an easy-to-understand (and sometimes humorous) format that
is excellent for beginning locksmiths or those new to the SFIC world. Forget
about the problems with math and all the specifics, William Lynk, an IC
Specialist for 30 years, explains it all in a way that is fun to learn.
Chapters include: Terminology, IC Advantages, Blanks, Tools, Removing Cores
from Stubborn Shells, Decoding Cores, Pinning, Record Keeping, Installing &
Planning a System, Master Keying, Billing/Pricing and Tips for Success. Each
chapter has a quiz, including a Final Exam to help reinforce your
understanding. There are over 140 pages of priceless information designed to
make I-Core work quick, easy and profitable! This book is a valuable addition
to anyone's library, 144 pages.
“Removable
Cores: Large Format”
©2003 by William M. Lynk/TNL, is packed with exploded views, photos, diagrams,
pictures, charts, line art, drawings and various graphics, that will aid the
reader in understanding and in solving individual RC problems on your job site!
Written by an IC Specialist who has been working with cores since 1974, why
worry about Sargent, Kaba, Schlage, CorbinRusswin, Medeco or Yale again??? Get
this book and have an up-to-date resource at your fingertips. Each chapter is
dedicated to a single manufacturer (with Chapter Quizzes) and was created under
the auspices of the six major core manufacturers, namely: Yale,
CorbinRusswin, Medeco, Schlage, Kaba and Sargent.
This was a cooperative milestone, which became a “first” for the
competitive lock manufacturers, and coordinated by Bill Lynk! The book was
written and then each chapter was submitted to the respective manufacturer for
accuracy and comments. But.....if you are only interested in ONE particular
manufacturer for your current job...excellent!! This book, all 240 pages with
Final Exam, is organized [with a superb index] just for you! You can
look up what you need to know and then move on.......allowing for accurate
and fast information delivery. This book is a 'must have' and is essential for
understanding and properly servicing the
popular large format interchangeable core. 239 pages.
“SFIC:
Advanced” ©2005 by William M. Lynk/TNL is THE book for anyone
who has worked on or now works with SFICs on a regular basis. A true
break-through in the SFIC arena, this comprehensive 309-page collection contains
never-before printed information on keyway profiles, graphic pin segments for
all systems, a new IC pin chart, master keyed control key lists, and much, much
more! This revolutionary book includes 249 crisp digital photos, 58 easy-to-read
charts, 112 superb diagrams (with exploded views) and even nine exams to test
your knowledge! Review SFIC original patent diagrams along with historical
information, previously only shared with a select few. In addition, this is the
most complete, up-to-date assembly of SFIC tools anywhere, coupled with detailed
information on creating, decoding and servicing existing and NEW types of SFIC
systems. This virtual "Encyclopedia of SFIC" was written by one
who teaches IC for ALOA, locksmith associations and security conferences
nationally. Absolutely everything you need to know is here.....so, don't miss
out on an easy way to increase your sales with the help of this SFIC gem! 315
pages.
"
Fundamentals of Master Keying" is the bible for those desiring to
advance in the area of master keying. Written by a genius in the field, Jerome
V. Andrews, CML, is not only a respected authority on master keying, but
has worked for many of the major lock manufacturers setting up their keying
systems and developing them for countless numbers of customers. Teaching for
ALOA for many years, Mr. Andrews conveys the information in a clear, concise
manner. A "must have" for those in the field. Over 220 pages. ©1990.
"Locksmithing"
by Bill Phillips is a fine introduction to the fundamentals of locksmithing.
Used as a text for instructors in the field, this 550-page book takes the reader
through a step-by-step process, covering application & repair techniques,
practical tips and advice, as well as a bounty of pictures, diagrams and
exploded views. A great addition to anyone's locksmith library. Publisher:
McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 0-07-134436-5. Revised Edition, ©1999.
"Comprehensive
Manual of Locksmithing" by Shankle
and Shankle has been used by many as a quick resource for basic to advanced
locksmith concepts. Within its 584 pages, one can find a plethora of
manufacturer exploded views, pictures and diagrams, from DOM High Security to Warded
Locks & Their Keys. The first edition was published in 1994, with a second
edition in 1995. ISBN: 0-9640733-0-7. It is published by Shankle & Shankle,
1001 Brazos Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654.
"Safe
Technicians Reference Manual" is an excellent source for those
requiring the basics to advanced information on safe techniques. Written by Mike
Oehlert, CMST, CPL, this 320-page manual is loaded with diagrams to answer
your safe-related questions. Published by ALOA, this book contains over 600 illustrations
created by the author to convey his material. This book is a definite for all
safe technicians and those interested in this area of locksmithing. ©1997.
Books available through:
The National Locksmith/National Publishing Company:
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800-532-2562 in Dallas, Texas
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