Skyrim: Buy lockpicks - here it goes

You need lockpicks in The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim to crack different types of locks. We will tell you where you can buy or find which in the following practical tip.

Locks crack in Skyrim: buy lockpicks from a dealer

Lockpicks shouldn't be missing from a Skyrim adventurer's inventory - this is the only way to get the most valuable items and weapons.

• Small amounts of lockpicks can be bought in every town from the general store under "Other".
• If you want to buy several lockpicks at once, you can go to a special dealer (Tonilia) in Rifton. Before you can shop with him, you must first join the Thieves' Guild.
• If you are already a member of the Thieves Guild, you can get lockpicks from your fenders.
• From a skill level of 100 when the lock is cracked, the lockpicks no longer break off.

Receive lockpicks for free

You don't have to pay for lockpicks in Skyrim. Here you get some for free:

• If you meet bandits on the way and have to defend yourself against them, you should definitely search them. Most bandits carry 1-2 lockpicks with them.
• Don't leave a crate unsearched. In many drawers, barrels and chests you will find lockpicks as well as common items such as torches and repair hammers.

We will explain in another practical tip how you can buy a dog in Skyrim and even get one for free.