Japanned Iron Lift Lid Lock for Large Boxes-Chests

Japanned Lift Lid Locks are sized for blanket chests, tool boxes and large boxes. This style box lock is often seen on antique 19th century furniture. These Japanned Chest Locks offer a traditional appearance. Each has a historic black japanned-iron finish. This finish was developed in late 17th century Europe to imitate Asian lacquer work. Strike is brass. 

These box locks are a half mortise style. Each lock has a 2 lever locking mechanism for smooth action, dependable service and a high level of security. When installing lock must be mortised into wood. Lock strike is attached underneath lid. When closing lid curved prongs of strike drop down into lock selvedge. Once installed the lock plate will create a smooth continuous surface on the interior of chest. Only keyhole displays on exterior of chest. Use keyhole cover to decoratively trim front of chest.

Lock for Lift Lids

• If replacing an old lock, BACKSET SIZE is critical, as keyhole in lock and furniture must line up together.
• Backset-Distance To Pin: 1-1/4" (31 mm)
• Lock Plate: 3-1/2" wide x 2-3/16" high (89 mm x 58 mm))
• Selvedge: 3-1/2" x 9/16"
• Key size: Barrel: 3/16" x 2", 2-5/8" Overall Length, Key-bit Height: 9/16"
• Keyhole-covers not-included as furniture style dictates keyhole-cover design
• #0242,#0237, #0253  insert escutcheons fit this lock

Finding an exact match for an old lock is not always possible, as only a limited amount of sizes are now made.

This box lock is steel with a brass strike. The lock has a black, japanned iron finish. It has a smooth 2 lever locking mechanism. Made in England.

Install Considerations

Suggested reading: Select & replace half mortise lock

• Install this half mortise lock into a partial cut out on furniture interior. In closed position, lock is not seen.
• Strike attaches underneath surface of lid.
• If replacing an old lock: measure distance between top edge of lock to lock pin in center of keyhole. This measurement is known as the backset.