Hand forged bees waxed Suffolk Thumb Latch - cottage door latch free delivery
Handforged Suffolk Thumb Latch Set Beeswaxed PH-09c
Handforged Suffolk Thumb Latch Set Beeswaxed PH-09c with a traditional finish, Originated in Suffolk and common throughout the UK between 17th and 18th Century, Hand Forged from solid bar these period latches are ideal for renovations.
Period House Group have sold these suffolk latch sets for many years, the set comprises latch bar, screw keeper and spike keeper, staple keep, slotted screws all items are beeswaxed.
For bedroom or bathrooms we can supply a locking pin which prevents the latch bars from lifting. The size of the Suffolk Latch refers to the overall length.
Overall Handle Length 215mm.
Thumb piece from the back of the plate to the end of the curl 3 5/8" 92mm
Bean / Penny width 2" 50mm
Handle projection 47mm
Grip Height under the handle 41mm
Latch Bar 8" 200mm
Screw Keep 4 1/8" 104mm
please note that due to the handmade nature of the product there can be some variation / tolerance.
if you have outward opening doors see out outward opening kit PH-13C which is used with the latch to convert.
If you require lock for your toilet or bathroom door, a locking screw on staple is the answer. They have a leather thong with a pin to stop the movement of the latch bar. See out penny end locking pins in our store.
(as a safety tip, drill a small pilot hole through the door where the locking pin goes but only big enough to get a pin through from the outside, if someone falls or becomes ill inside you can push the locking pin out).
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