Old Mortise Lock Replacement
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Old mortise lock replacement. Reinstall the lock in the mortise screw on the faceplate and replace the spindle and knob. These locks were common at the turn of the twentieth century and are still in use today. Replace the cover and make sure the key throws the bolt from both sides. Mortise locks may have wavered in popularity over the years but they remain a common way to secure a home.
It includes premium precision components a solid brass faceplate and strike and steel case. The best example of a cylinder lock is the deadbolt on your front door. If you re moving from a mortise lock to a knob set you ll need to first remove the mortise lock. To ensure the lock body cover also fits in the old mortise it may be necessary to chisel out some depth into the door.
The cylinder lock is the modern standard. The door had stained glass and was worth preserving even without sentimental value as a family heirloom. Mortise lock is the name given to the large rectangular locks that fit into a slot or mortise in the edge of the door. This high quality mortise lock is an excellent choice for new doors or as a replacement for a worn or broken early 20th century lock.
I searched the internet looking for flat springs needed inside to make the lock work. However many homeowners prefer the newer cylindrical type of lock set which doesn t require such a large pocket in a door. Give us a call if you need any help finding what you need at 877 852 9449. Antique mortise lock i m refinishing a 140 year old door from a family farm house and needed parts to fix it s skeleton keyed mortise lock.
0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews current price 18 86 18. If it s a tight fit try loosening the opening with a chisel to ensure the door doesn t split during the installation. Fit the new lock body into the old mortise. Then put your key in a nice safe place.
Whether you need complete replacement skeleton key locks antique style locks for modern doors or just need some replacement knobs spindles or other parts to get what you have working again we d love to help. Reassemble and replace photo by kolin smith. 86 list list price 23 39 23.