The most common use for rim locks today is to provide basic security and privacy for internal doors.
Rim locks for interior doors.
A charming throwback to old english door locking systems these locks are perfect for decorating and securing interior doors.
Rim locks exist because doors never used to be thicker than one inch and so couldn t house stronger mortise locks.
Most main entrance doors today though are between 1 5 to 2 inches thick.
Mortise rim locks this is our new door hardware department.
Prime line products classic bronze prime line e 2495 mortise keyed knob perfect for replacing broken antique lock sets and more fits 1 3 8 in 1 3 4 in.
Here you will find all the bits and bobs to restore your old doors to working condition or outfit new doors with the perfect hardware whatever your application might be.
Complete your period accurate custom rim lock with our great selection of catches locks keyplates and corresponding knobs.
Our selection features ornate and plain styles in brass bronze iron and even the classic hand forged iron.
Available in vertical and horizontal rim lock sets.
Free shipping on orders of 50.