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SignedUpJust4This · 15/05/2019 22:44

Does anyone know what this type of door knob/lock is called and where they can be purchased?

Thanks.

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SimplySteveRedux · 15/05/2019 23:58

I'm sorry but I'll be that poster. I'd offer a glimpse of my knob but the thread/post would get faster than a toddler scoffing an ice cream...

FlangedRimKnob · 15/05/2019 23:59

Username inspo 🍆

SimplySteveRedux · 15/05/2019 23:59

'Zapped' faster....

Clearly thinking of my knob so much I missed a word......

PigletJohn · 16/05/2019 00:02

I don't think the one in the original pic is flanged.

It's a rim sashlock

"rim" means it's fixed to the surface of the door (not morticed into the edge)

"sash" because it has both a knob-operated latch, and a key operated bolt.

it it just had the key-operated bolt it would be a rimlock

if it just had the knob operated latch it would be a rimlatch

Mostly the ones you see are cheap rubbish, intended for holding a shed door closed in light winds, but will not withstand a burglar or a determined toddler.

Some strong rimlocks are still made, they are used on the doors of utility cabins and substations.

union make some adequate ones, under the "Wellington" name, suitable for internal doors.

a decent range is here

Some are sold under the "Marston" name, but they all work on the same key, so not very secure. They are made so that the Fire Brigade can open all such doors, for fire escapes or waterpipe cabinets.

PigletJohn · 16/05/2019 00:03

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Uupumus · 16/05/2019 00:23

thats an antique lock, they arent made any more (at least to that size and standard), but they are kinna easy to fix if you take them appart. usually only requires a flat head screwdriver. just remember the order of the lever springs when you take them out.

you can aslo find some used ones on ebay, www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Antique-Adams-McKee-Door-Lock-Knob-Set-Porcelain-Surface-Mount-Reversible-Works/323801689879?hash=item4b6415af17:g:3EoAAOSwtPNbGrTe&frcectupt=true

NotWithTheProgramme · 16/05/2019 09:37

Clicked hoping for knobs. Got knobs. Disappointed with knobs.

Planning to be writing about flange splitters today though. So in fairness, it’s going to be a very childish snorty kind of day.

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