Old Mortise Lock Door
Ultra security 44609 old time mortise lock with skeleton key brass plated finish replaces most mortise interior locks from the early 1900 s.
Old mortise lock door. Mortise case cutout is 3 1 2 x 3 and features a 3 8 throw spring latch with 1 2 throw deadlock. 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. 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. The most beautiful set doesn t do much good if the door doesn t open close and or lock properly.
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. To use a mortise lock your door must be thick enough to accommodate it. Your lock belongs to your house because. Although the antique lock or latch is the least visible on your antique door it is a very important part.
Cut through the paint around the faceplate and remove the screws as shown. A locksmith may tell you that your lock is beyond repair and that you should replace it with a new lockset. The minimum door width is 45mm or 1 75 inches. Original mortise locks are 70 to 130 years old and usually have developed unique problems from poor maintenance abuse or general wear tear.
Suited for almost any decor this lock is finished with our living antique patina. 4 1 out of 5 stars 113. This versatile mortise lock door knob is reversible for both left and right handed application. Ultra security 44609 old time mortise lock with skeleton key brass plated finish replaces most mortise interior locks from the early 1900 s 4 0 out of 5 stars 126 17 99 17 99 18 98 18 98 get it as soon as fri sep 25.
For left or right handed use. 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. 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. It features a 5 32 thick solid brass face plate with a steel case and interior components.