Brass Box Locks, 7/8 to pin

Half Mortise Box Locks

Lock Size Backset- Distance To Pin: 13/16" Overall: 2-1/2" x 1-3/8" Selvedge: 1/2" x 2-1/2" Key size: Barrel: 3/16" x 1-1-2", 2" Overall Length, Key-bit Height: 3/8" Keyhole-covers not-included as furniture style dictates keyhole-cover design Offered in 4 sizes, see below

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

Lift Lid Box Locks are an historic style used on antique and vintage chests and boxes. This lock mounts to chest interior. It is hidden from view when box lid is closed.

They are a half mortise type lock. To install lock is fitted into a cut out on box interior. Strike attaches underneath surface of lid. When lid is closed, strike will drop into lock and be secured with key. These are sturdy hard working locks. Made in England.

More Half Mortise Box Locks

• 5/8" backset Brass Box Locks
• 3/4" backset Brass Box Locks
• 15/16" backset Brass Box Locks
• Insert Escutcheons: #0242, #0237 or #0253 can be used with this lock

Replacing Box Locks

Keyhole location measurement is critical. Replacement lock-keyhole-location must match location of keyhole in furniture.

To measure: easiest to measure old lock, if you have it:

• Lock Keyhole Location: distance between selvedge-edge - where bolt shoots through, to lock pin. This measurement is known as the backset.
• Furniture Keyhole Cutout Location: distance between furniture-edge to estimated location of lock pin in furniture keyhole.

For help measuring and selecting antique furniture locks, we recommend reading: What you need to know about selecting and replacing half mortise locks.