VAN DYKE’S RESTORERS Rim Locks, Door Rim Lock & Strike Plate, 1 3/8 Inch, Black Powder Coat

Price: $42.35
(as of Dec 22,2022 21:22:33 UTC – Details)

Product Description

What is a Rim Lock?

A rim lock is a surface mount lock that installs on the surface of a door and uses a latch that slides into the keeper on the door rim or frame to secure the door.

Many rim locks use porcelain, brass, or other type knobs or handles to operate the latch.

James Carpenter patented the “Number 60” lock in 1830 for the first patent on a rim lock type lock although the concept goes back to medieval times. Carpenter’s son later perfected his Dad’s lock and the updated model was widely used until the 1940’s.

Rim locks are usually installed on doors that are too narrow to take an internal lock mechanism. They are generally for interior doors as they are not very secure since they can be removed with a screwdriver.

Originally made of iron, today rim locks are made of iron, composite materials, brass, or nickel and offered in several finishes. The lock is composed of the body, keeper, escutcheon, and privacy latch.

Many older homes have rim locks. Restorer’s offers a number of styles of these vintage locks for replacement of older locks or for adding a vintage look in new construction.

Installation

Install keeper to door rim with screws.Align latch with keeper and mark screw holes with a pencil.Make sure the latch faces proper direction, if not take apart and flip over.Drill hole for spindle and keyway.Screw lock body to door.Attach escutcheon on opposite side.Insert spindle and push through hole that was drilled.Screw on knobs and tighten with supplied Allen wrench.Test knob and lock function.

Description
Reminiscent of primitive Colonial door hardware, you’ll be amazed at the quality of this door set. If you’ve ever needed a rim lock in an odd size you know how difficult it can be to find. Restorers Solid Brass Ornate Rim Lock Set is a replica of ones normally found in the country’s most elegant homes! Restorers Spear Gate Dummy Hinge Strap Create a beautiful change of texture and break up a continuous cabinet arrangement. Restorers Iron Flush Bolt is a classical metal sliding bolt ideal for securing gates, doors and cabinets.
Material
Iron Solid Brass Solid Brass or Iron Iron Brass, nickel, or silver Steel
Style
Black Powder Coat Brass or Iron Ornate Brass or Rust Oil Blackened or Black Powder Coat finish. Square Press Crimped Rust, Oil Blackened, Black Powder Coat

If you’ve ever needed a rim lock in an odd size you know how difficult it can be to find.
We have taken original examples of these hard to find locks and had them authentically re-created to exact standards.
Restorers 1 3/8 Inch Backset Rim Lock includes two-piece lock, keyhole rosette, and two keys.
Knobs are sold separately.Height: 3 7/16″ Width: 2″ Projection: 3/8″ Material: Solid Brass, Iron Will work with a 5/16″ spindle. Finish: Brass, Iron
Rim locks are usually installed on doors that are too narrow to take an internal lock mechanism. They are generally for interior doors as they are not very secure since they can be removed with a screwdriver.