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Halligan Modification: Lock Puller

by Andrew Brassard

Nov 23, 2008

Hello Brothers,

I am looking if anyone has a picture of a halligan that has been modified to be a lock puller. The modification was usually made by grinding and filing an "A" type lockpuller into the adz end of the halligan. I would like to use the picture for an upcoming "Online Drill" for the Brotherhood Instructors web page. I would give anyone who is willing to give me a picture full credit in the article for their contribution.

The article is going to be an in-depth look at the history of through the lock forcible entry.

So any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Brothers,
Andrew Brassard
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    Michael Bricault (ret)

    -I really like the ingenuity and judging by the photos, the tools created look like quality items; pretty stout. But it does raise a question for me.
    -If you need a lock puller, why not just bring the A Tool along for the job? Wouldn't that be easier than fabricating?
    -Be safe,
    Michael

    Nov 26, 2008

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    Andrew Brassard

    If you need a lock puller, why not just bring the A Tool along for the job? Wouldn't that be easier than fabricating?

    Michael,

    Thanks for the reply. The reason that I carry a "Morris Tool" as apposed to just carrying an "A" Tool is because my department is ridiculously short staffed and I only have two hands. I usually carry a set of irons and a saw if I am assigned to force entry in a commercial building, I don't have room to carry a lock pulling tool in my hand. Having a lock puller in my pocket will allow me to carry an additional forcible entry tool all the time, when I need it is right there. For the average sanely staffed department carrying a "A" Tool would probably be a better option.

    Thanks and Stay Safe,
    Andrew

    Dec 7, 2008

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    Jamie Morelock

    I love this, it is much lighter than a K-tool, more compact, and can be used on a multitude of locks (that the K-tool does not work well on). Knowing what it was like to work on understaffed companies, it is ingenuity like this that allows those in an understaffed situation to accomplish what their fully staffed counterparts do with traditional means. The majority of one-person techniques and multi-use equipment came from firefighters that deal with staffing on a daily basis. This is just another great addition to the cause that all firefighters can benefit from.

    Dec 8, 2008