Jewelry Box Lock, 7/16 inch to pin

Jewelry Box Locks are a half mortise type. This style is used on many new and antique jewelry boxes. The small scale of this particular lock is choice for little boxes, game chests and silver cases.

These beautifully crafted half-mortise locks are hardworking. They are brass with a stee box and brass strike. The German-mechanism is secured with key. When installing, lock fits into a partial cut out in box interior.  Attach strike to underside of lift lid. When closing lid, center-post of strike drops down into top of lock, securing box. Made in Germany

Lock Size

• Backset-Distance To Pin: 7/16", 11 mm If replacing an old lock, BACKSET SIZE is critical, as keyhole in lock and furniture must line up together.
• Overall:1-3/4" x 11/16"
• Selvedge: 3/16" x 1-3/4"
• Key size: 1-1/4" Overall Length, Barrel: 3/16" x 11/16", Key-bit Height: 3/16"
• Use with wood thicknesses of less than 11/16"
• Insert Escutcheon: #0241

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

These beautifully crafted half-mortise locks are hardworking. They are brass with a steel box and brass strike. The German-mechanism is secured with key

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.