Roll Top Desk Lock

Roll Top Desk Locks

Additional information on selecting and installing: full mortise cabinet lock.

• Backset: 1"
• Selvedge Length: 3-1/4"
• Selvedge Width: 5/8"
• Lock Body Thickness: less than 5/8"
• Box Length: 1-3/4"
• Box Depth: 1-3/8"
• Strike Length: 2-3/8"
• Strike Width: 13/16"
• Keyhole Cover: 3-11/16" x 1-3/8"

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

This quality lock is constructed with a solid brass selvedge, strike and keyhole escutcheon. The lock body and mechanism is steel. It features smooth action, dependable performance, and a high level of security. 

Install Roll Top Desk

Suggested reading: Select & install a full mortise lock

• Mortised this lock into a pocket in the base of roll-top desk lid, facing downward.
• Square strike, with spring loaded trap door, is mortised to sit flat in desk surface.
• When desk lid is rolled down, winged bolt drops down into strike to lock lid to writing surface.
• Keyhole escutcheon mounts on exterior of desk lid, outlining keyhole.