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The Core of the Matter The Core of the Matter The Core of the Matter
Originally written by A.J Hoffman and completed by Billy B. Edwards, Jr


The Core of the Matter was a work in progress for industry expert A.J. Hoffman for over 15 years prior to his passing. His love of detail is visible throughout the entire book. His close friend and associate Billy B. Edwards, Jr., CML, has done a magnificent job of completing it in the original writing style, showing his extreme respect for the work A.J. did. This is the most comprehensive manual on Core Servicing ever written!

Hard Cover, 341 pages, $90.00
ISBN 0-97745129-2-7 (#TCM)

Running a Successful Service Company Running a Successful Service Company Running a Successful Service Company
by Tom Resciniti Demont


After ten years in business, Tom sold his first company, opened on little more than a shoestring ($2400.00), for Three Million Dollars. During those ten years, he had opened twelve retail stores and a fourteen thousand foot warehouse, out of which he dispatched thirty locksmith trucks and five safe delivery trucks. He had sixty-three dedicated employees. In this book, he shares the principles that allowed him to build his own successful business, so that you can also! This could have easily been a three inch thick book, in which case you might not ever fully benefit from it. Instead, he has streamlined it for maximum efficiency, concentrating on what you need to know and do.

Soft Cover, 119 pages, $29.95
ISBN 978-0-9828025-0-2(#RSSC)


Master Keying By The Numbers Master Keying By The Numbers (2007)
by Billy B. Edwards, Jr.


A NEW book from America's most reknowned and recognized Master Keying Expert! This is the NEW 2007 edition with much of it never seen before, and with correction of errors that crept into previous versions!

This book will provide you with a solid understanding of master keying that will enable you to accomplish your master keying jobs more efficiently and more professionally, whether you hand write systems, use a computer to generate lists or are new to the topic. It belongs in every lock shop!

Soft Cover, 414 pages, $90.00
ISBN 0-9774511-7-8 (#MKBBE)

Master Keying Textbook - Third Edition Master Keying Textbook - Third Edition Master Keying Textbook Third Edition
by Don O'Shall and Tony West


This comprehensive manual is intended to take you from beginner through intermediate in a matter of only a few days. Based upon the popular two day course and the original Practical Master Keying of Pin Tumbler Locks from 1981, it is written in an easy to read textbook format. Fully updated, using all approved terminology whenever possible (LIST Council Dictionary and current standards), it goes beyond the Master Keying Textbook Second Edition. You need this book!

Soft Cover, 294 pages, $90.00
ISBN 0-9774511-3-5 (#MKTB3)


Master Keying Textbook - Second Edition Master Keying Textbook - Second Edition Master Keying Textbook Second Edition [Spiral Bound]
by Don O'Shall and Tony West


This comprehensive manual is intended to take you from beginner through intermediate in a matter of only a few days. Based upon the popular two day course and the original Practical Master Keying of Pin Tumbler Locks from 1981, it is written in an easy to read textbook format. You need this book!

Spiral Bound, 192 pages, $60.00
ISBN 0-9774511-3-5 (#MKTB2)


Unit Locks - King of Locks Unit Locks - King of Locks Unit Locks - The King of Locks
by Dean Nickel


These locks are extra heavy duty and really last, but when they need service, you need the information to do it right.

The author learned to appreciate and even love the unit lock during his days as an Institutional Locksmith. In this book he shares many of the secrets he learned, as well as the extensive research he has done with Corbin-Russwin's help.

Soft Cover, 168 pages, $75.00
ISBN 0-9774512-1-9 (#ULKL)

Institutional Lock Shop Management Institutional Lock Shop Management Institutional Lock Shop Management
by Don O'Shall and Vernon Kelley


Both authors are legendary for professional management of institutional Lock and Access Control Shops and attention to detail. Together they have created the fastest and easiest way to get you up to speed on professional Institutional Lock Shop Management!

Spiral Bound, 128 pages, $60.00
ISBN 0-9774511-0-0 (#ILSM)

Master Key System - Specification Application and Management Master Key System - Specification Application and Management Master Key System - Specification Application and Management
by Don O'Shall, John Truempy and Tony West


You understand and can read or generate standard master key charts.
You have a Master Keying client or a Master Keyed Faciliy to manage.
Or maybe you need to place a factory order. How do you put it all together?
This book will show you how.

Spiral Bound, 144 pages, $60.00
ISBN 0-9774511-1-9 (#MK-SAM)

Basic Master Keying - Query By Example Basic Master Keying - Query By Example Basic Master Keying - QBE
by Don O'Shall and John Truempy

This book uses the amazingly effective teaching tool known as QBE (Query By Example) to teach Basic Master Keying quickly and efficiently. The beginner or apprentice can advance to a reasonable skill level in the least time possible. If you are new to Master Keying, this is the book for you!

Spiral Bound, 219 pages, $90.00
ISBN 0-9774511-4-3 (#BMK-QBE)

Advanced Master Keying Skills Advanced Master Keying Skills Advanced Master Keying Skills
by Don O'Shall and John Truempy


This title is NOT for the beginner.
Locksmiths who are well grounded in basic and intermediate master keying techniques, including development of standard master keying systems using Standard Progression Format (SPF) charts, will benefit greatly from the skills presented. If you are ready for the next level, THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU!

Spiral Bound, 130 pages, $60.00
ISBN 0-9774511-2-7 (#AMKS)

Auto Theft and Fire Auto Theft and Fire Auto Theft and Fire - Forensic Examination and Fraud Investigation of Stolen, Damaged and Burned Motor Vehicles
by Gary A. Turnburger and Ken Vitty


Over 200 pages and over 100 photos, covering all phases of fraud investigation including:
  • Vehicle Physical Damage
  • Theft and Fire Claims
  • Steering Column and Ignition Locks
  • Key and Lock - Wear pattern Analysis
  • Salvage Examinations
  • Interviewing
  • Report Writing and Dispositions
Written in non-technical terms for the criminal auto theft and arson detectives, insurance adjusters, SIU Investigators and Forensic Locksmiths.

Spiral Bound, 224 pages, $90.00
ISBN 0-9774511-5-1 (#ATF2)

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Book Descriptions and Pricing in Alphabetic Order:

# AMKS (# amks) Advanced Master Keying Skills .....ISBN # 0-9774511-2-7
by Don O'Shall and John Truempy
This book is NOT for the beginner.
The skills taught in this book should only be used by locksmiths who are
well grounded in basic and intermediate master keying techniques and
fully comfortable with the Standard Progression Format (SPF) charts and the
development of standard master keying systems using them.
But if you are ready for the next level, THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU!
Only $60 when purchased through the publisher.

# ATF2 (#atf2) Auto Theft and Fire- Forensic Examination and Fraud Investigation
of Stolen, Damaged and Burned Motor Vehicles .....ISBN # 0-9774511-5-1

Over 200 pages and over 100 photos, covering all phases of fraud investigation including:
Vehicle Physical Damage
Theft and Fire Claims
Steering Column and Ignition Locks
Key and Lock - Wear pattern Analysis
Salvage Examinations
Interviewing
Report Writing and Dispositions
Written in non-technical terms for the criminal auto theft and arson detectives, insurance adjusters,
SIU Investigators and Forensic Locksmiths.
Comb Bound Edition only $90 when purchased through the Publisher.

#BMK-QBE (# bmk-qbe) Basic Master Keying - QBE .....ISBN # 0-9774511-4-3
by Don O'Shall ( OShall )and John Truempey
This book uses the amazingly effective teaching tool known as QBE or Query By Example to teach
Basic Master Keying quickly and efficiently to move the beginner or apprentice to a reasonable skill level
in the least time possible. If you are new to Master Keying, this is the book for you!

Only $90 when purchased through the publisher

# ILSM (# ilsm) Institutional Lock Shop Management .....ISBN # 0-9774511-0-0
by Don OShall and Vernon Kelley
Both authors are legendary for professional management of an institutional Lock and Access Control Shop
and for attention to detail. Together they have created the fastest and easiest way to get you fully up to
speed on professional Institutional Lock Shop Management!
Only $60 when purchased through the publisher.

# MKBBE (# mkbbe) Master Keying By The Numbers (2007) .....ISBN 0-9774511-7-8
by Billy B. Edwards, Jr
A NEW book from America's most reknowned and recognized Master Keying Expert!
This is the NEW 2007 edition with much of it never seen before, and with correction of errors that crept into
previous versions!
This book will provide you with a solid understanding of master keying that will enable you to accomplish your
master keying jobs more efficiently and more professionally, whether you hand write systems, use a computer
to generate lists or are new to the topic. It belongs in every lock shop!
414 pages Quality Soft Cover Edition
Our price to you is only $90.

# MKTB3 (# mktb3) Master Keying Textbook Third Edition .....ISBN # 0-9774511-3-5
This easy to read, comprehensive manual is intended to take you from beginner through intermediate in a
matter of only a few days. Based upon the popular two day course and the original Practical Master Keying of Pin Tumbler Locks from 1981,
but fully updated and using all approved terminology whenever possible (LIST Council Dictionary and current standards),
it goes way beyond Master Keying Textbook 2006.
The Quality Soft Cover makes it easy to take with you, use on your service vehicle or store in your library. You need this book!
Quality soft cover edition only $90 when purchased through the publisher.
# MKTB2006 (# mktb2006) Master Keying Textbook 2006 still available in comb bound edition for only $60.

# MK-SAM (# mk-sam) Master Key System - Specification, Application and Management .....ISBN 0-9774511-1-9
by Don O'Shall, John Truempy and Tony West
You understand and can read or generate standard master key charts. You have a Master Keying client or a
Master Keyed Faciliy to manage or need to place a factory order. How do you put it all together?
This book will show you how.
Only $60 when purchased through the publisher.

# ULKL (# ulkl) Unit Locks - The King of Locks .....ISBN # 0-9774512-1-9
by Dean Nickel
These locks are extra heavy duty and really last, but when they need service, you need the information to do it right.
Dean learned to appreciate and even love the unit lock during his days as an Institutional Locksmith.
In this book, he shares many of the secrets he learned, as well as the extensive research he has done
with Corbin-Russwin's help.
Our price to you is only $75.