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How a lock works explained in one perfect cutaway video

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I'm a big fan of cutaway things, specially if they are real like this lock. It's fascinating to see how machines and mechanisms work, with the little pins and springs moving to fit the shape of the key, leaving the barrel free to move when everything clicks.

Much more satisfying than the good old 3D animated version.


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