Our new wave rakes represent years of research and development, including evaluation of the Raimundo Bogota and various commercial wave rakes, mathematical modeling, finite element analysis, and multiple rounds of prototyping. We believe they are the most effective rakes available at any price. They are made of the finest acid etched and finished 301 high yield stainless steel, for smooth operation and maximum durability. The waves span a full inch to eliminate the need for precise insertion depth and enable simultaneous interaction with 7 pin stacks. The wave rakes are uniformly tapered from shaft to tip to maximize strength and eliminate stress concentrations that cause lesser picks to snap. The long plow tip lifts pin 1 instead of slamming into it. With good technique, instant opens are often possible.
Cycloid curves model the waves, as they can be precisely defined and drawn using parametric equations in CAD programs, and have characteristics that result in good wave rakes. Cycloids are the curves created by the Spirograph drawing toy, and also represent the curve of fastest descent under constant gravity. Many cycloid wave shapes were tested to determine the optimal parameters. Most commercial wave rakes have sharp peaks and steep slopes that impede smooth raking and damage pins. Our curtate cycloid wave rakes with a sine/cosine ratio of .25 provide grabby action ideal for easy locks. Our sinusoid wave rakes with a sine/cosine ratio of 0 provide gentle action ideal for hard locks. Both of these wave shapes come in a quad version for large locks and a quint version for small locks. You will be amazed by their performance.
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Quad: 1/4" waves for large locks
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Quint: 1/5" waves for small locks
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Cycloid:
grabby action for easy locks |
Cycloid Quad |
Cycloid Quint |
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Sinusoid:
gentle action for hard locks |
Sinusoid Quad |
Sinusoid Quint |
This research and development was made possible by your contributions to TOOOL. These picks are proudly made in the United States.
The Wicked Waves are approximately 5" in length. Thus, this set of wave rakes are unsharpened hand tools under 7", compliant with TSA carry-on guidelines (available here: https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/lock-picks) for domestic and international travel within and through the United States of America.
Note that this rake set is not designed or manufactured for breaking into any building, house trailer, watercraft, aircraft, motor vehicle, railroad car, or any depository designed for the safekeeping of property, or any part of that property.