What is a Skeleton Key?

In this video I explain what a "Skeleton Key" is and show you how to identify a Bit and Barrel Key and how they differ. See pinned comment for more in depth history on these types of keys and locks as well as some clarification! If you enjoy the content on this video and would like to support my channel, you may donate here: https://paypal.me/LockandKilo All donations will be used to further improve the quality of my content, frequency of giveaways and help me give back to the Locksmith/Locksport and DIY community!

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