Ex work colleague gave me one of the best tips for door security. He worked for NGO's previously in some very dodgy countries & stopped in some dodgy hotels. He said always carry a small wedge in your luggage to jam under the door when you go to bed. Particularly useful tip for lone female travellers.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

sounds like a good idea. there's more than one way to skin a cat!

@1starshot

3 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett Always. Boss of a company I worked for used to say that to me nearly every day. Never having skinned a cat I wouldn't know exactly how many ways there are 😊

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

growing up, it was a come phrase in my house. always wondered if 'cat' was a kitty cat, or a catfish. hmmmm.... I'll have to look that one up.

@SparkyOne549

2 жыл бұрын

A wedge is simple to shove back into the room. I have skinny fingers and I was able to move a wedge under a door to get in lol so anything thin and rigid could move the wedge.

@paintedpony2935

2 жыл бұрын

And on the rare occasions I forgot the wedge, I used a high-heeled 👠 shoe. The wedge is usually better and less expensive, but some hotels remodeled by removing carpet and installing vinyl flooring. Then the wedge is useless because it's too short.

Useful for privacy not security

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

That is correct!

@user-by6ls2fy9y

7 жыл бұрын

Cool maniac Happyguy とた

@user-by6ls2fy9y

7 жыл бұрын

Cool maniac Happyguy とた

@lordelliott42

6 жыл бұрын

Phil Crockett You should have mentioned that in the video or description. It's obvious, but stupid people will think it's keeping them safe when it's not. Also, the video description refers to it as "a little extra security".

@dogsareawesome3461

6 жыл бұрын

Cool maniac Happyguy so true

For extra security: Bend the handle into a U shape so that no one can wiggle the handle out of the fork out. The U-shape is facing down in the fork lock. Can't fool gravity!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

i like that

@Black-ut8ld

2 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett wow its been 8 years and you're still replying to new comments

@Paygelove

2 жыл бұрын

Except you can with helium.. gravity is not what they say, it’s not an outside force it’s inherent in all matter itself

@Athens69420

2 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett Hol up

@Athens69420

2 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett Did you actually answer a video 8 years ago?!

I have to be honest, I saw this and thought it was a waste of a perfectly good fork until I read the comments. I am very moved that your video has helped people protect themselves from harm. It goes to show how oblivious and entitled I am. My heart goes out to those of your viewers experiencing abuse.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

LOVE YOU!

@hijodelaisla275

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your honesty. Why not make it a habit?

@Cawd57

2 жыл бұрын

To me, the word entitled is both overused and often misused today. It means that someone is due a title, right, or claim to something. I would say you were just unaware, not entitled. We're all gaining insights from each other all the time, it's part of being a reasonable and appreciative human being. Your transparency reveals your maturity and humility. I bet I'm not the only one who likes that about you.

@amgee007

2 жыл бұрын

I know that you are expressing a nice sentiment and I'm glad that you haven't needed extra levels of protection, but people are throwing around the word "entitled" a lot and using it in a way that implies they've received undeserved or special treatment. Entitled means to appropriate as by title; attribute or attach as by right. I would argue that every human being is entitled to being safe and not victims of abuse or crime. Not being victim is being fortunate and not having some entitlement greater than others. Chances are that you are blessed to have had good parents, and likely that your parents and grandparents worked hard to provide you a safe environment. It doesn't make you "entitled". This type of language that people are employing sows envy and strife. I don't mean this as a criticism to you, specifically, but to this growing trend in using the word entitlement. I'm sure that you are a good person.

@rahrahtyme2877

2 жыл бұрын

Finally, someone who actually gets it! great job Mr. Lombard!👍

"This is the Lock Picking Lawyer and today we're going to attempt to pick open a fork"

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

love it!

@Nathan-ot9eu

3 жыл бұрын

haha Click out of 2 . Slot 3 is binding

@DesignedbyWill2084

2 жыл бұрын

Waiting to see LPL open this with a Master Lock.

@liviu779

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nathan-ot9eu veery funny!! Can't say what i like more, the video or the comments :-))))

@crazymtbrider

2 жыл бұрын

A must have missed that one as I've never seen the lock picking lawyer open up a bathroom door that's heavily wrapped

Really happy that this bloke recognised that some people who want to get away from abuse might use this video, and put resources to help.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

THANKS!!!!! I hope it helps some people!! Spread the word!

@sonpacho

2 жыл бұрын

That doesn't seem optimal - I'm probably wrong! Wouldn't locking the door only exacerbate the issue by angering whoever is coming in unwanted? If the situation is going to get blown up anyway...use the fork to stab the person in the neck a couple of times...

@zekrua4006

2 жыл бұрын

@@sonpacho Stabbing is generally easier said than done. Dinner forks aren't exactly made to be weapons. If you don't have much confidence in dealing with whoever is on the other side, buying you a couple minutes to think of something else (e.g. escape through a window, call police, hide,) is a great alternative.

@judytelles5617

2 жыл бұрын

@@zekrua4006 Find courage to tell a friend or relative to get support and help.

@thetarotraven

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly why I’m watching this, my ex threatened me and took my door keys and he’s known to be a violent person. Thank you for this, can’t afford to have locks replaced for a few days!

Nice! And depending on the fork, it may be doable with just some pliers or a screw wrench. You just bend one tine at a time, and then "cut" the handle by bending back and forth until it breaks off.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

The lock is only as strong as the fork. get one that you can't brake by bending, and one that needs a hammer to bend. just a good tip for ya. Thanks for watching and commenting, Isaac!

@IsaacKuo

2 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett Thanks for the tips!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting, Isaac. I hope you like following my channel!

I love that idea. As an aviation maintenance contractor, I've had hotel staff enter my room to spray for bugs while I was fast asleep. Talk about a Rude awakening. I was furious.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

ya.... that would suck.

"Thanks for letting me stay the night." "Is there anything else I can get you before you turn in?" "Yes, a fork with a tapered handle, a vise, a hammer, and a hacksaw."

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

"we don't have that here" "why not"? "because most of our clients are smart enough to make one before they travel" "one what?" "oh forget it"

@controversynow8713

3 жыл бұрын

😅

@lowellarnett3172

3 жыл бұрын

Golden!

@Neildo430ci

3 жыл бұрын

What happened to the sharpie.

@notbraindead7298

3 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett LOL!

This is good to keep my mom from barging into my room

@PhilCrockett

5 жыл бұрын

Be careful.......she might end up taking the door off the hinges.

@LaydeeMunch

3 жыл бұрын

Lmaoo

@ebonewashington

3 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett 😆 I was just about to say, Barg, I'll knock it off the hinges fym

@sunnydee196

3 жыл бұрын

Finally kicked my verbally abusive adult son out. Hope this keeps him from coming back in🤞🏻

@JordanWotila

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what I’m trying to do to man

Man, I came here to crack jokes about how my recommended feed is all kinds of weird then I noticed how this can actually be important to some people out there that are going through real bad shit. You're the man, man! Keep doing the right thing!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

You're still welcome to crack some jokes. I get a lot of jokes, trolls, and nonsense on here. It's alright, my friend!

@jesusislord6545

2 жыл бұрын

Repent to Jesus Christ! “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭119:105‬ ‭NIV‬‬ H

@beepboopthemyth

2 жыл бұрын

“Oh no I’m in danger, let’s get a fork!” Or maybe a deadbolt bud

@DoctorHayduke

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your ability to change your mind. Awesome stuff right there.

@MaryAnnNytowl

2 жыл бұрын

@@beepboopthemyth or maybe not... if it's a rental, people don't get to choose. If they don't have the money to hire someone to install it, or have anyone they can count on to help them install it, that kinda wrecks your idea, too, doesn't it? Any more smart-ass remarks? Sheesh, guys are such asses!

So sad to see so many young people having problems at home and that this would help them. Good job helping to keep them safe. God bless.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment, Ann!

@TheDragonfriday

2 жыл бұрын

How it sad? It great people find a way to protect themselves. It only look a lot because it global, without the internet it still the same numbers of abuse back then and now. Thanks to the internet we able to see more of it.

@CrqazyIWasCrazyOnce

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDragonfriday Cause its sad that they HAVE to make a lock because they feel unsafe at home-

finally, my mom won't go in my room uninvited.

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

Oh, don't make her mad.

@droopydonttrip1123

7 жыл бұрын

CanadaIsntReal yup

@dougn2350

5 жыл бұрын

It only works when you're in the room. It wont keep her out when you're away.

@Original_Oats

5 жыл бұрын

Doug N It can work if you’re out, lock it from the inside then jump out your window😂

@pondigrung8197

5 жыл бұрын

Your room,in her house lol. It's not your room until you buy your own place..... lol

This video saved me from an abusive situation 4 years ago. Praise God for you. I pray that the Lord brings blessing and favor and peace into your life. In Jesus' mighty name i pray amen

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the prayer, Delilah! God bless you too!

@gabriallefleming7611

3 жыл бұрын

Delilah-hope you're safe now and all is well.

@stephaniehowell1109

2 жыл бұрын

Stay safe, sister. Blessings to you too. 🙏

@kaneyang5152

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe call the cops?

@rotatorcuffs8140

2 жыл бұрын

@@kaneyang5152 When seconds count, the police are only minutes away

How heartbreaking to read the comments especially, our precious children. 😞. Thank you for trying to help people Phil. Love to you! 🇦🇺🙏🏻

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for that comment! It really means a lot to me!

This is really helpful and it looks easy to make too, thanks. My dad can be really scary sometimes and since I don’t have a key to my door this would probably work even better if he has a key so he won’t get in either way.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you are safe. If not, please read my video description. God bless you!

@Calibri57

2 жыл бұрын

If you are a minor, please find an adult you trust and let them know about your dad.

@justink2101

2 жыл бұрын

What are you doing that makes your father so mad?

@dnice2003

2 жыл бұрын

I wish I saw this 40 yrs ago to protect me from my really scary dad. God bless and protect you sweetie 😇❤️

@A-yshuu

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, please speak to a family member or friend, you can tell a friends parent, or a teacher in your school too, ask them to help you out without informing your dad, I hope you’re okay and safe and I hope your dad isn’t hurting you in anyway!!

I like that he uses a door handle with a lock on it to demonstrate this.

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

It was the only door in my house that opened to a neutral background. I never in my wildest dreams ever thought the lock on the door would confuse so many people from the point of the video. I get a ton of comments about that lock. In fact....... I just now got another one! HA! In fact..... I'm going to copy and paste this for the next guy.

@likhitadityajuluru8980

3 жыл бұрын

u do know that these door locks can be opened with a pin

@christamarie3294

3 жыл бұрын

my door has a lock but you can easily twist it because it’s not a key hole and it’s just a straight line that you can open with anything.

@asdf14051

3 жыл бұрын

Hey why are you here

@Puppy_Puppington

3 жыл бұрын

That has nothing to do with it genius.

now when the silverware goes missing just ask the family "who's been making locks again?"

@peterzimmerman1114

7 жыл бұрын

Silver is also too soft it would bend more easily than a steelfork.

@helened6896

5 жыл бұрын

Ha ha ha. Good one.

@PhilCrockett

4 жыл бұрын

me!

@imthedarknight-8755

3 жыл бұрын

@@peterzimmerman1114 dude pretty much nobody has silverware made of actual silver, we aren't 17th century noblemen. Most are stainless steel

@GoogleUser-kr6se

3 жыл бұрын

They gonna say 'he in the garage playing with his toys again"

My brother constantly barges into rooms that I'm in, whether its a bathroom or my room. My parents response was incredulously asking why I didn't lock the door when I'm in the bathroom or simply telling me I can't have a lock on my bedroom door because it's a fire hazard. Thank you so much for this tutorial, now I don't have to worry about my privacy anymore!

@PhilCrockett

Жыл бұрын

you're welcome

Nice backup for when you might be feeling insecure in a strange place. Easy to carry in luggage and easy to use. Thanks for the 'how to!!

@johnusher6481

2 жыл бұрын

Strange places have nice cutlery

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed they do, John

Walk into public restroom. Stall door doesn't lock. 🤔 "If only I had a fork.."

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

Actually, I'm trying to come up with a portable lock for stalls.

@Joycer2002

6 жыл бұрын

Use two forks back to back with one handle to go through both. One faces east and one faces west and would have to go to the far side of the stall door. You're welcome...lol! I could use one of those in my purse for most public washrooms. While I am appreciating your genius invention I could give you a tip to enter your ideas at the website, Thrifty fun, they pay for great ideas, tips and crafts, photos welcome as well.

@WickedWest512

6 жыл бұрын

Thats awsome😂

@lisacollingridge1139

5 жыл бұрын

Bahahahahaha

@og9514

4 жыл бұрын

🤣

I went to the hardware store and asked for "Fork Handles" the guy behind the counter gave me Four Candles.

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHAHAHA! Good one, Dennis! Now that's my kind of humor!

@dennis6442

6 жыл бұрын

I cant claim that as my own. It came from Ronny Barker(one of Britains greatest comedy tallent from the last 50 years) there will undoubtedly be a youtube video of it. I dont know if you have seen it, if you have not I recomend you to try and search it out ... perhaps search "Barker Fork Handles" .. you will not be dissapointed.

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

I'll have to look that one up for sure! Still....... I have to give you credit for the good placement of that joke!

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

Ok....I just watched the skit..... that dude is hilarious. A lot of good play on words. Thanks for the laughs, my friend Dennis!

@dennis6442

6 жыл бұрын

All i Can say is Ronnie Barker is a legend ... almost anything he has ever done is comedy gold, its a damn shame he is not alive ... His body of work is masive and it is all awsome .. If you liked the Skit, look up more from him, you will not be dissapointed ... All the best to you Phil C ;)

Perfect for hotel room safety. I don't know how many rooms I've stayed in that had no additional lock besides the key card or crappy chain locks that are barely bolted to the wall and door.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

exactly! Thanks for watching and commenting, Jamie

Thank you so much, I can't thank you enough. I can finally have a day without my parent beating me up for no reason. My parents have anger issues and .. they just beat me up for no reason. They're guilty about it the next day and does apologize but for the meantime. I get hurt ALOT. I'm okay tho at least I think so maybe but I hope this helps. For anyone who is sad and their parents beating them up. tbh I don't know ppl say it gets better idk if it will for me anytime. I don't think so but reading some encouraging words sometimes helps that there's someone out for u. I love you. I support you and .. let's cry together. Thank you.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

please go to the links in the video description, Theodore.

I don’t care what anybody says I like it I do this to my back door all the time especially when I’m out of town it’s great security and a great way to keep intruders out I love it I learned this from your videos a long time ago but never comment but you deserve the credit.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

THANKS, Foryea!!!!! Thanks for watching my channel too!

@johnusher6481

2 жыл бұрын

My back door is always open when I'm out of town I have a key at home

@mizzoupatriot8814

2 жыл бұрын

Two forks aren't going to stop anyone from getting in your house. Whatever makes you feel safe tho I guess.

Hmmmmm........Very clever, that is! May the forks be with you.

@kenvith1474

7 жыл бұрын

wow!

@MegaEricPham

7 жыл бұрын

E.PLUMBUS UNUM and this comment made me stop so I guess you were the fork in the road

@johndargavel1

7 жыл бұрын

E.PLUMBUS UNUM q

@OcRefrig

7 жыл бұрын

hahaha

@SpencerMBACKUP

6 жыл бұрын

E.PLUMBUS UNUM a

thank you for this, i used to do this often a couple years back, using many different things, like plastic lightsabers and paint brushes, but this has been the most effective. right now my parent is threatening to break in again and i can confidently say after double checking with this video that i know this technique by heart, again thank you :) sending love, protection and prayers to all the others watching this too

@PhilCrockett

Жыл бұрын

don't get in trouble

Very good. I live in an Apartment. Only lock is the one I turn. My neighbor above me put other locks on her door. She lived on the second floor. I always lock the door to my bedroom. I have for years. I can't sleep with the door open or unlocked. I've never had one problem. Thank the good Lord. Thank you for this video. I totally agree with you!!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

here's another option for you: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mol9maZrdsSdl84.html

Honey, did you see where that fork, a family heirloom, is from when they came to America in 1787 ? :P

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha!

@edwardort7585

3 жыл бұрын

Jajajaja i knew there was gonna be a joke here you made my day🤣🤣🤣

@emielsmalbil6904

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, I sold it at the flea market. But no worries... I know who bought it!

@controversynow8713

3 жыл бұрын

😂

@12oclocknewsat10

3 жыл бұрын

" what's that sweetheart? I couldn't hear you since the door is closed..."

i know its been 7 years but this is really helpful i don’t live in the best neighborhood or have a great home life and this has been a help with giving me my privacy and having that extra sense of security!

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help you out, my friend!!! God bless you!

@beepboopthemyth

2 жыл бұрын

Deadbolt 1000000000x safer and better 🤷🏼‍♀️ y’all trusting a fork over a literal security measure lmao

@speedy01247

2 жыл бұрын

Another good idea is to add some chimes/noise makers to your doors/windows, the noise alone may scare off intruder's who could assume you heard them. And on the off chance it doesn't, well it can alert you to their presence.

@MaryAnnNytowl

2 жыл бұрын

@@beepboopthemyth which part of "or have a great home life" did you not understand? They need an interior door locked, to keep someone else in the home out of their room. Why don't you people try for just 30 seconds to _think_ before you type really stupid crap like that?

8 years later, and this guy is still active on KZread. I’m amazed.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Be amazed again! I'm back at it! You ROCK, Cat Witch!

Thank you Phil for the video, my parents recently have gotten worse with their arguing and barging in. I’m scared to do anything but this will make me feel a bit more safe. They don’t touch me which is good but I still get scared a lot. Thank you phil again :)

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

See my video description info. You may need it. Stay safe, my friend!

@nickjones1619

2 жыл бұрын

You are supposed to be scared of your parents FYI

@debbiecurtis4021

2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone help you?

@canaryinacoalmine7267

2 жыл бұрын

Not everyone has a vice at home let alone a saw. WIsh there were alternatives to a vice and a saw.

@NeverComplyEver

2 жыл бұрын

I know the sucky feeling of not feeling safe at home. Sorry

Thank you!!! For anyone with different tools I successfully bent the fork tines with a pair of pliers and easily cut the fork with a pair of bolt cutters in one snap

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

that's one way to do it!

@Bl4ckice24

2 жыл бұрын

Good..that’s all the tools I have 😂

@Lover-of_TRuth

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Very clear instructions and actually a very very valuable piece of knowledge in certain situations. 10/10 video.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the great positive feedback, Neill!

@hijodelaisla275

2 жыл бұрын

"actually"

When I was locked out of my appartment, the locksmith asked if I cared if the door handle lock would need to be replaced in order to get me in. I said no as I planned on replacing it the next day. He took out a hammer and chisel and cut thru the band that encircles the shaft that turns when you twist the door knob. The metal is Aluminum and almost paper thin. He then grabbed a vise grip and turned the whole mechanism. If you don't at least have a dead bolt you have zero security from a knob lock.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

AGREE! Great post! however, The lock in this video is meant to be a portable privacy lock. I use it during my travels on bathroom doors, bedrooms, and offices. This lock is NOT meant to replace a deadbolt (which can still be compromised). My Grandfather use to say “locks keep the honest people out”. Probably the best advice ever. I will further say...., if you have windows on your house, then you (we) are fools for buying expensive deadbolts. (I have both... BTW). :)

Anyone from the ghetto knows how to do this, and while it may not be the most secure, when you have no other locks, this can be a life saver.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

good call

I did this about a month after you posted this video to help me keep my abusive brother from beating me up over nonesense things, it worked for about a good 3 minutes until he kicked the door about 10 times till it flew open, i have scars to remember that day but nonethe less im free, i graduated early and got the heck outta dodge lol

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

wow..... and I came up with this to keep someone from opening a public bathroom door. sounds like you needed a dead bolt!..... however.....those can be kick in too. Best to just stay away from that dude. Glad you are 'outta dodge'

@katydid1600

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry you had to live with that. I hope you have gotten away from your family.

@girlygirlwoman

2 жыл бұрын

Where on earth were your parents. Were they scared if him too? Just asking. He sounds like he's very abusive and needs HELP!!! He should have had the Police called on him the first time he was physically abusive to you and I'm guessing your parents. Shame on them if they allowed this behavior ..unless they were scared of him too. Ugh.

@DIEmicrosoft

2 жыл бұрын

I'd have surprised him with a skillet or two across the ear.

@MaryAnnNytowl

2 жыл бұрын

@@DIEmicrosoft and then? After he came to, and/or you were asleep? The "solution" you suggested could have gotten him killed. 🙄

I did this at a restaurant that had a broken lock in the rest room. I was able to go back and reuse the fork. A little messy, but it still worked. Thanks Phil.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

That's EXACTLY what this lock is designed to do. Great privacy lock for traveling as well. Thanks for taking the time to comment, MA!

@karlvandago1622

2 жыл бұрын

I’m just going out to that great restaurant for lunch but before I go i best make sure I’ve got my car keys, wallet, phone, a vice, a hack saw, and hammer just incase i need to make a folk lock!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 🍴🔨🪚

Thanks for showing such a creative way everyone can do at home! (just have to drive a vise) thanks for sharing the fundraiser too. My dad grew up an orphan and was taken in by the church. May the Lord bless you for sharing your kindness!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Your comment just made my life! God bless you too!

@FootballEditsByHim

5 ай бұрын

@@PhilCrockett How do we take out the fork lock?

Watched the video. Oh yeah that is a neat little trick... Then scrolled down to the comments. Goodness near every comment has a reply from Phil Crockett. I don't think I've ever seen a channel that engaged with their audience. That is impressive! Especially considering comments aren't always sunshine and rainbows. There are over 6 thousand comments and 30 million views Phil has replied to everything from 2014 to yesterday. I'm in shock. The level of care Phil has for people... Well done!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

THANKS!!!!! my subscribers are GREAT! Love to chat with everyone. I've met some pretty awesome people over the years (virtually of course). God bless you, Jonathan! Thanks for watching my channel. I hope my videos are helpful.

Thanks, it makes me really mad when somebody walks into my room without knocking this helps alot!

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Glad my vid is helpful!

@garylester8621

2 жыл бұрын

You could just lock the door

@kaneyang5152

2 жыл бұрын

Ong I agree. Ur actually the first person I agree with.

@ky._5137

2 жыл бұрын

@@garylester8621 unfortunately idk about the original comment but many bedrooms here in europe dont have locks

If only I knew about this when I was 16 and the guardian would come barging through the door just to scream at me

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

Sounds rough. Hope life is better for you now, Enzo!

@ThatEsepe

6 жыл бұрын

Im 17 and im glad i know this now

@acanuck4life

6 жыл бұрын

Enzo International student?

@LordGryllwotth

6 жыл бұрын

Enzo may you heal!

@IAmJaguarPaw.ThisIsMyForest.

6 жыл бұрын

My mother was a screaming child molester.....This would have slowed her down a bit too......Why do these wackos think they have a right? Actually, I came up with something else.....but I don't remember what I did now.

I admire natural teachers/instructors like Phil.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

THANKS SO MUCH!!! I get so much hate mail, that I have to pinch myself to see if I'm dreaming, when I get a nice comment like yours! seriously! YOU GIVE ME HOPE! LOVE YA!!!!! also....... THANKS FOR SUBBING!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for this. , It's a clever idea especially if you move into a place & it doesn't have proper locks on the doors. Also if you haven't got a lot of money & can't afford to buy a lock you can now use this idea. I like how you show your concern for others safety & are willing to help others. 👍🙂

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking the time to give such a nice comment, Sally! I hope you like the rest of my videos.

Great little ingenious technique for people who are in rooms where door knobs without locks are the only allowed option!

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+wyzemann YES! That is exactly the intended use! There are a lot of comments coming in that question the usefulness of this. Maybe they will read yours. Nice to hear from someone that "gets it"! Thanks for the feedback!

@wyzemann

8 жыл бұрын

+Phil Crockett Too many commenters really can't enjoy the forest for the trees.

@Baka_Oppai

6 жыл бұрын

In what situation are you not allowed to buy a $2 locking doorknob?

@rendal7724

6 жыл бұрын

𝐵𝒶𝓀𝒶 𝒪𝓅𝓅𝒶𝒾 your parents don’t allow it

@cincy.a.l.w3219

6 жыл бұрын

I can't tell if that was a compliment or sarcasm but I read it as sarcasm and it was hilarious

After spending half a day surfing youtube, this is the most useful thing I have found!

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

As I’m reading through some of these comments it’s my kids birthdays today my two boys are turning 3 & 7 today…. At first glance I thought the post was a joke but as I kept reading the more and more it reminded me of my childhood and how I use to hide under my bed when my parents would argue and until this day I’m 39 now my parents still argue lol(if you don’t laugh at it shit will drive you insane) anyways I can tell that these children/women posting on here are genuine because I loved it as a child…. my father was a very calm humble man but when you’re wife is yelling at you for three days straight he would lose his shit and start yelling and throwing things at the wall I remember all that stuff vividly I don’t remember Disney world or the many vacations I took as a youngster….the pin and trauma f$fkin stays with you brother….. anyways glad you’re so respectful and kind to all the women and children reaching out to you brother….. Ohhhhhh and if you’re a man beating on your own kids your own flesh and blood you’re a POS Zane deserve to die a slow painful death….. and to hit a girl thats a whole other level of madness…..I’ve gone 19 years married to a Latina and the only hand I’ve EVER raised on her was to ask her if it’s ok if I can use the bathroom or take a break from being her bitch….LMAO 😭😂 🤚🏽✋sorry for the rant bro I’ve been on the toilet for the last 30 min and I got carried away…. Plus of downed a few drinks i might even lock myself for the fun of it in the bathroom…..’LOL

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

I get a lot of sad comments. I put a hotline link in my vid description.

This very handy for anyone who lost a key but still needs to lock up. Thanks Phil

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked my idea! Thanks for watching!

this is good when you are staying in hotels in countries like Vietnam or Mexico where you never know who has a key to your hotel room.

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

That is a good example!

@zocalo1990

4 жыл бұрын

Or usa

@herokawasaki2904

3 жыл бұрын

Why do you have to point fingers at any county ! Anything could happen anyway at anytime !

@pawkisser

3 жыл бұрын

@@herokawasaki2904 if they are using metal keys you can copy rather than one time use cards

@johnd3233

2 жыл бұрын

@@zocalo1990 Crime is way more prevalent in Mexico, it's a third world country. That's why so many people run from there and come to the US.

"Today we're going to be working on an heirloom fork lock sent into me by one of my viewers that he stole from his mother's antique silverware collection. It's a standard sterling silver fork lock from the 1930s so I'm going to start with my custom wiper insert and add a bit of tension and then use a standard pick in 18 thousandths. tine one is binding, so is tine two, tine three seems to have fallen into a false set (I'm wondering if there's still a bit of meatball residue on it,) and there's a click out of tine four. hmmm, this one is proving to be a bit tricky so I'm so I'm going to switch to the fork release tool made by myself and Bosnian Bill...

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Pre-eminant address of one's sarcasm. I'm thoroughly saturated in assent of your foraging contraption. Capital!

This reminds me of when I used a butter knife. My door opened inward and there was a small enough gap between the door frame and the trim to slide the blade end in so the handle was barring the door from opening unless someone pushed or rammed it hard enough to rip the trim boards off and that would also be impossible to do quietly.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

That's another great way to lock a door

I’m probably not the first person to notice that fork looks like a terrific back scratcher!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

And makes a great butt scratcher

It would be a good idea to make one in advance and keep it around for emergencies.

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+googleboyny YES!

@melmohammed1831

6 жыл бұрын

Make some more and let's sell them in the flea market.

just an fyi, you don't need a hammer, a vice clamp, and hacksaw to do this. All you need is one pair of pliers lol, but great altogether though

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

Good call, Shayne!

@shaynewilliams4482

7 жыл бұрын

ikr like i actually set it up right before making the comment, and it's actually setup right now and all. And i'm looking at all these tools, and i'm like uh..... really? i just did the first part with pliers, and instead of cutting it i just marked a line and bent it back and forth in place till it broke, becareful though it can get hot like that

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

If you have a vice, it will allow a perfect right angle bend, and a saw will make a perfect edge on the cut....I'm a country boy, and these are common tools in my culture. However, there's always other ways to accomplish a task. Apparently, there are a lot of people that don't access to these tools. Thanks for your post. And yes.... bending metal back and forth can really heat things up......like your finger!

@shaynewilliams4482

7 жыл бұрын

see i have a vice, and i have a hacksaw too, but it was like 4 in the morning, and i didn't want to wake up the people in the room next to me lol. But one thing i did do when bending the fork back and forth so it didn't come out all willy nilly was i pressed it against the table, and bent it over the edge so that kind of helped out. In the end i'm all for proper tools, precision, and doing things the right way, but the difference was only marginal if not the same in my results

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

I've enjoyed the multiple comments from people over the last couple years on this video. There has been some unique ways of accomplishing the task. It's fun to see people work through their own creative process. Thanks for being part of the convo. I especially appreciate your positive words. There are a lot of people that hurl insults and swear. I don't approve their comments on my channel. CHEERS!

My man, you've got what looks to be a perfect lock on your door knob.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

The lock in the video is meant to be a portable privacy lock. I use it during my travels on bathroom doors, bedrooms, and offices. The door in the video is just a prop to show how it works. Thanks for watching and commenting

Thank you for sharing. Someone will surely find it useful especially given the cost and ease of construction.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

indeed! Thanks for watching and commenting! I love getting the rare positive comments. You obviously are a good human being!

Just don't use grandma's silver.

@noretreat2074

7 жыл бұрын

nacoran.... Please delete your comment/ after kicking in a door to steal anything for quick cash, I seen a broken fork on the floor, I instantly knew it was PURE SILVER - pawn shop paid cash. Thank to this video I now know how fork got on floor. (see ya' all in 2 to 3 years)

@peterzimmerman1114

7 жыл бұрын

Silver is also too soft it would bend more easily than a steelfork.

@thecringykids6204

4 жыл бұрын

No Retreat k it’s been 2/3 years

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

unless it's real silver,...... then use all her silverware to pawn and then buy an expensive deadbolt with the money. OH......and don't forget to send her a thank you card......because being a gentleman is important. LOL

Excellent idea for a makeshift lock. If I may make a suggestion, if the door is jiggled the fork handle may wiggle out. If you also bend about a half inch of the narrow end of the handle to a 90 degree angle and put it through the prongs, as before, but with the bent part of the handle pointing up it can not wiggle out because the weight of the wide end acts as a counterweight to hold the bent end up. Check it out, have fun, and again thanks.

@donniebrown7879

8 жыл бұрын

aw dayam...there's always one in the bunch who has to put their -2cents worth in,trying to act intelligent by making suggestions on how to make it better. cdude, the thing works fine in probably 90-95% of applications. why make it complicated? go make your own video,Einstein.and stop trying to steal this guy's thunder.

@SkyKing101010

8 жыл бұрын

I'm not looking for validation from you or anyone else. I don't need it. If there were an offense here I'd still say don't take up an offense for another when it's not necessary. I'm not pooping on anyone's parade and the idea is a good one. Why can't you just accept it for what it is, a suggestion for improvement. If you don't want to use it, don't. You spelled "damn" incorrectly. Have a good day.

@donniebrown7879

8 жыл бұрын

+Bruce Dobson okay, I guess we'll just start over... :-)

@SkyKing101010

8 жыл бұрын

It's been fun.

@Feelx013

8 жыл бұрын

+Bruce Dobson Brilliant, I was just thinkin how it could fall if you shake the door...

It’s easy enough to “carry along” when having to spend the night at some motel along your route. Thanks 👍

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Very true!

Thank you for showing it in such great detail. I'm 21, but can't move out. My mother still acts like she owns me, opening my door whenever she feels like it. My key was taken away. Now I can have some privacy

Great, Phil! Love seeing good ol' American ingenuity at work!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

2:08 Goosebumps Alert !!!

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+King Without A Crown Looking back on this, I should have muted the saw!

@kingwithoutacrown1

8 жыл бұрын

+Phil Crockett Not really, it's part of the vid's authenticity ;-) Great vid btw ofcourse it's ideal vor the US doors, in Europe doors mostly have a doorknob and a lock separately.

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+King Without A Crown I've never been to Europe unfortunately. However, as long as there's a latch hole, this lock would work. Of course if there's a deadbolt already on the door, you wouldn't need the portable Fork Lock. Someday, I hope to visit Europe! Thanks for the feedback!

@kingwithoutacrown1

8 жыл бұрын

Phil Crockett You're welcome. And yes, there are some great cities in Europe, not only the "classic" destinations, which are very popular in the US. Same goes for the USA ofcourse, i've only been in Boston and NYC for 22 days, but i hope that in the future "i'll be back" to explore a little bit the Westcoast. Greets from Germany ;-)

@Tsch6373

8 жыл бұрын

+Phil Crockett I would use it along WITH my deadbolt! All anyone would have to do was break the glass and reach in, who'd be expecting ANOTHER lock? Excellent video, I don't have all the tools but I certainly can improvise. No whining here!!!

I am disabled and can't run as much as I can try to lay low. Thank you for this, a fork and knife lock is inconspicuous and helpful in this situation

@PhilCrockett

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting, my friend

thank you phil!! you are a hero. you are a genius as well. will now have peace of mind during my travels. 💗💗

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment! Hope you like my other videos as well.

the saviour of everyone with abusive parents! thank you so much. my parents barge into me using the washroom for no reason so this is the only thing i can do

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

“Hey dad, can I borrow your vice?” “Why do you need it?” “Oh, no reason. Just wanna use it on this fork”

@PhilCrockett

4 жыл бұрын

nice!

@YSSEAN0

4 жыл бұрын

“Hey Jim, where’s your toilet again?” “Oh just right down the hall then take a right but just saying there’s no lock” *walks off with a fork*

@demon13doc

3 жыл бұрын

"Don't let your mother see what you've done to one of her forks, kid. I will deny any and all knowledge of such indiscretions.

Thought this was just something you could try out for funsies from the thimbnail, but then I realized this is a really good way to protect yourself easily! Really do hope this video goes out to those who need it (30 mil views, at least one of them might need it. Thanks for making this)

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting

I knew exactly what you were going to do when you measured the fork, but what a brilliant idea.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

"Put A Fork In It !" (Literally). 🍴

@PhilCrockett

5 жыл бұрын

done!

Works perfectly. Now I can finally get some sleep without me father barging in the door annoying the piss out of me. Sleeping with the headphones on :) gn

@miabeardy9225

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have an accent? Or it might just be the way I'm reading this in my mind

@miabeardy9225

4 жыл бұрын

.....9 months ago, oops

@PhilCrockett

4 жыл бұрын

excellent

@kobekzn

4 жыл бұрын

Mia Beardy LMAO i read it with an accent too 💀💀💀💀

@hennessepescadera4212

3 жыл бұрын

Same, he's doing it to annoy me. So Inconsiderate and I feel no have personal space. :

It's been 8 years and still u are replying to comments , that's really nice

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment!

I'm a Master Plumber my friend, and this is a simply brilliant hack that I've never heard of, but can be very important. Thanks for posting.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I just realized there's no way to pick this lock. The plastic card trick won't work here

@PhilCrockett

6 жыл бұрын

You totally understand the physics behind this lock. Thanks for the comment!

@lelenny7725

6 жыл бұрын

Phil Crockett thank *you* for the cool idea

@cr3zedvl19

4 жыл бұрын

or you could just kick the door in until the door breaks or the fork bends

@thatonekid8306

3 жыл бұрын

great when ur grounded and your mom takes the pushy thing on the door off

@donf3877

3 жыл бұрын

@@cr3zedvl19 Which gives my pit/rottweiler mix more than enough warning and time to be standing there waiting. Oh and me with my .45ACP. Just remember... a lock is only there to keep the honest people honest. My dog and my gun is there for the rest............

i like the idea of having this loch in my suitcase when i am traveling. I'm gonna make one just to play with to see how many diferant situations i cld use it in.

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what I do with mine. The only times I've used it is in public bathrooms that have broken locks, and a couple times on bedroom doors when crashing at a friend's house.

@IamDoogy

3 жыл бұрын

My thought too about hotel room doors.

respect for adding the abuse Hotlines and answering the comments about being abused, appreciate that!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I had no idea what was going on out there until I drop this video and started reading really sad comments. I hope the links help someone out

I was looking to buy something for door security/door lock and found this video, I just save some money 😊. Thanks for sharing this great idea👍🌻💐

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

This works great for a privacy lock, but don't use it in the place of a deadbolt.

Who's watching this cause there parents took there lock 💁🏽

@crystalsnow7604

4 жыл бұрын

Ohh.. Mee...... My parents just took it now... I am sooo sad.... 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

@PhilCrockett

4 жыл бұрын

not me

@pyro-millie5533

2 жыл бұрын

This wouldn’t have worked for me as a kid because my dad took the whole handle assembly out of my door cause he thought my sister and I were slamming the door on purpose :( Kinda messed up now that I look back on it as an adult.

Hmm... now my broken unlockable door will finally have a lock...

@stu4203

8 жыл бұрын

+Jake Martinez but you'll be eating your spaghetti with a spoon......

@MCRIHS

6 жыл бұрын

Jake Martinez my door is unlock-able.

@xenontesla122

6 жыл бұрын

Acrophobia _ My lock is a-doorable.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY!!!!!

thanks for inventing this crazy solid solution to locks. how rewarding is it to be helping so many folks?

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

It's a pretty decent portable privacy lock.

@deputyc1895

2 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett do you find this type of work rewarding still?

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

I hope your channel continues to gain traction hopefully you’ll be at 200k soon you deserve it man this video helped me out a lot!

@PhilCrockett

Жыл бұрын

I hope my channel continues to do well also! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment, my friend!

Great video! My garden rake broke recently and I’m too poor to afford a new one! This video was very helpful! Thank you very much!

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha

Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow, really clean editing too. Awesome subject to boot. :)

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

THANKS! Hope you have been enjoying my other vids as well.

For added security replace wood door with steel door and steel jam and weld door to jam. 😂

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

YES!!!!! Run a bead down the jam using a 7018 rod! DONE!

nice welding table set-up, cool fork lock too

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

THANKS!

Though a door may have an existing lock already, this is great for extra privacy/protection as his description says. Many forget to read the info. in the descriptions and leave questions that the description has an answer for. Great idea.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

THAT IS CORRECT! Luis, you are awesome! So glad you dropped in. Hope you like my other videos as well, my friend

@luisvillarreal5262

3 жыл бұрын

@@PhilCrockett yes Sir, I like these types of videos. I will check out your other videos for more ideas. Now stick a FORK in me, I’m done. 😂

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

HA! Yes, I'm done as well. Been a good Lord's day for me. I'm hitting the hay. Thanks for the convo.

@dylansp4049

2 жыл бұрын

Furthermore, existing locks often can easily unlocked by inserting a thin narrow object into the door handle hole. Alternatively, one can insert a credit card like object into the door edge which forces the lock to unlock. This makeshift lock however would indeed require far more effort to open.

An ingenious invention! I would've never thought of it in a million years. Great video!

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

I always take a cheap dinner fork and a vice clamp in my suitcase when traveling. Get with the program! Lol

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Why not just make one at home? I have one in my glove box, and one in my travel bag.

Clever and simple. Thank you.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome, David!

Thanks! This is great for keeping my brothers out :)

@offchan

9 жыл бұрын

Narwhale The Great BEST USE OF THE YEAR LOL

@AK-lw2jw

9 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to use this to keep my family out because they took my room keys

@Tsch6373

8 жыл бұрын

+Archie Kamerbeek You have to be in the room to use it.

@frankfranklyn2562

8 жыл бұрын

+Terri S Actually, that depends on if they are in when you need them out, or, out when you need them in ... LOL

@aceman4403

7 жыл бұрын

lol

2 years ago after watching this i did this because my parents took my lock away and replaced it with a normal door knob. My parents dont understand that i needed privacy. Thank you though for this tutorial :)

@PhilCrockett

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, Luke! Thanks for watching and commenting!

Sweet, thx for the refresher course!👍

@PhilCrockett

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

This is an amazing tip oml 👏 thank you.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

Very great! Thank you for your work :)

@PhilCrockett

7 жыл бұрын

glad you like this idea. It makes a great portable privacy lock!

For added security and strength, you could use two more fork handles (or any metal similar in size) to reinforce the lock. It would make it harder and more time consuming to kick in.

@PhilCrockett

3 жыл бұрын

good tip

@johnwright6706

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know about your doors, but all interior doors I've seen will not give you any sort of security if the person trying to get through it weighs more than about 70lbs.

@beepboopthemyth

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnwright6706 any door in the UK will stop a kick, I know you’ll be trying mine long enough for police to show, pizza to arrive during happy hour and my grandmother to beat you like a 1920’s housewife 🤷🏼‍♀️ Deadbolts also help btw

@calebpettifer

2 жыл бұрын

The tines can also just bend tho

@MaryAnnNytowl

2 жыл бұрын

@@calebpettifer how? They're wedged in between the latch and the door jamb on the pointy end, and perpendicular to any strain on the other end. Neither of those things allows for the tines to bend. At all.

A similar, tidier method is to drill a small hole, say about 2 mm dia., through the lock bolt, such that the hole is visible in the gap between door and frame. A close-fitting nail or a piece of wire in the hole, will secure the lock from opening. Used this method many years ago when I was sharing an apartment. On the weekend we set aside certain times for privacy. Of course my room mate would wander in whenever. He never did figure out what stopped the lock from opening with the key.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

I love your idea! genius!

My friend's little sibling used this to lock everyone out of the house. They said he used a fork to lock the door so I searched it up and lo and behold, this vid came out lmao. I do agree it's usefulness but while watching this, I couldn't help but giggle at how much effort that lil devil placed into making this lock. it made my day hahaha. Thxx for this vid.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

glad you like my idea! thanks for watching. Hope u like my other vids as well!

I don't understand why this video has so many dislikes. this can actually be pretty useful

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+Ash Ketchum Thanks for your positive comment!

@Tsch6373

8 жыл бұрын

+Phil Crockett I agree, it's a terrific idea!

@PhilCrockett

8 жыл бұрын

+Terri S Thanks for ALL of your very positive comments Terri!!!!

@kysotice

8 жыл бұрын

+Ash Ketchum because....he ....is....speaking...to...us....like....we......are....all....in 3rd grade

@argenys8

8 жыл бұрын

+kysotice its still an informative video. that's no reason to dislike a video

that is amazing. Great job. Its cheap , simple & affective .. Wonderful combo

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

glad you liked my idea, Amani!

So simple ..... great! Thank you!

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Brilliant! I’ll share this with family.

@PhilCrockett

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!