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heavy sprung mortice locks
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Might this do the trick? It says "suitable for sprung and unsprung door furniture" so could be a winner, unless I'm missing something... which is reasonably likely!
https://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/product/hampstead-architectural-bathroom-lock-78mm-case-57mm-backset-satin-stainless-steel-429669
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They probably used originally larger (5" or 6") & stronger latches. These are still available from the likes of Imperial but you would need to check that they would be able to be used with the existing sashlock recess (you would of course need to lengthen the pocket & fill the existing spindle holes).wallofbeans said:I only want to use actual antique door knobs if possible, rather than tradditonal style ones, and I don't think any old door knobs are sprung. I didn't realise that getting locks to work with them would be so complicated though!1 -
Ah, okay - that makes sense. None of the doors here can be original doors then.BUFF said:
They probably used originally larger (5" or 6") & stronger latches. These are still available from the likes of Imperial but you would need to check that they would be able to be used with the existing sashlock recess (you would of course need to lengthen the pocket & fill the existing spindle holes).wallofbeans said:I only want to use actual antique door knobs if possible, rather than tradditonal style ones, and I don't think any old door knobs are sprung. I didn't realise that getting locks to work with them would be so complicated though!
What do you make of the 'Hampstead' locks I link to above? Might be worth a try?0 -
It's an Eurospec in disguise - so knowing that you may be able to buy cheaper if you hunt.wallofbeans said:.
What do you make of the 'Hampstead' locks I link to above? Might be worth a try?
https://www.carlislebrass.com/products/locks-and-latches/bathroom-locks/bathroom-lock-51164
Because it's a square case rather than having the corners angled you will have to do a little woodworking with a chisel (but it shouldn't be hard) .0
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