Expert Advice - Competitive Prices - Dependable Quality
Expert Advice - Competitive Prices - Dependable Quality
Half Mortise Locks are a traditional lock style used on 18th, 19th and 20th century furniture. They offer a semi-concealed appearance. The keyhole is all that is seen on furniture exterior. A simple flush plate is seen on interiors of furniture.
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Half Mortise Drawer LocksHalf Mortise Drawer Locks are fitted into top portion of drawer interior. Lock is only visible from inside of drawer.
Half Mortise Door Locks
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Half Mortise Box LocksBox locks are specifically designed for boxes and chests with lift lids. They can only be used for this type application. These box locks require a strike plate with hooks. When lid is closed, strike-hooks drop down into lock and are secured by locking mechanism. If Replacing a Lock: the backset measurement of the lock and the backset measurement on the box itself must match. If the box size differs from what you need, but the backset matches, reworking the mortise may make the lock workable. |
Before looking for a replacement it will be necessary to measure your lock:
Many types and sizes of locks have been made over the years. Sadly, few are in production today. As a result, replacing a lock may require an adjustment to the cutout, in the furniture, that houses the lock.
This measurement is the backset. Pictures above show this.
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Keyhole Placement
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