Old Mortise Lock Door

The minimum door width is 45mm or 1 75 inches.

Old mortise lock door.

4 1 out of 5 stars 113. For left or right handed use. Our reproduction privacy mortise lock with thumbturn and 2 1 2 inch backset was inspired by those used during the early 20th century on bedroom and bathroom doors. If you want to improve your door security just know that this type of lock offers far better protection against intruders than the common cylinder locks.

Stick the screwdriver through the spindle hub and pop the lock out of the door. Loosen the set screw on one door knob and twist or pull it off the spindle then pull the other knob and the attached spindle out of the hub. Ultra security 44609 old time mortise lock with skeleton key brass plated finish replaces most mortise interior locks from the early 1900 s 4 1 out of 5 stars 121 18 98 18. A locksmith may tell you that your lock is beyond repair and that you should replace it with a new lockset.

Cut through the paint around the faceplate and remove the screws as shown. If you are purchasing several antique hardware parts to create your own set be sure to measure carefully that they fit the lock you choose. Make offer antique working mortise star lock with key door hardware salvage nos antique russwin brass rabbeted mortise lock w 2 keys patent jan. This versatile mortise lock door knob is reversible for both left and right handed application.

Although the antique lock or latch is the least visible on your antique door it is a very important part. Ultra security 44609 old time mortise lock with skeleton key brass plated finish replaces most mortise interior locks from the early 1900 s. To use a mortise lock your door must be thick enough to accommodate it. Designed to replace most mortise interior door locks used in the early 1900 s the skeleton key lock exudes classic style and a traditional brass plated finish.

Suited for almost any decor this lock is finished with our living antique patina. Original mortise locks are 70 to 130 years old and usually have developed unique problems from poor maintenance abuse or general wear tear. It features a 5 32 thick solid brass face plate with a steel case and interior components. The most beautiful set doesn t do much good if the door doesn t open close and or lock properly.