All of our keys are reproductions of functional keys used on locks for antique.
Skeleton key door lock replacement.
Replace or upgrade an existing mortise lock set tubular latch or rim locks with one of our faithfully reproduced parts.
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Large antique brass skeleton keys jail prison keys 1890 s very rare.
The diameter of the barrel and the cut and size of the bit are the most important items when matching a lock.
We have an old house too and a few years back the truevalue hardware down the street had 2 packs of skeleton type keys two different styles that both worked in all our locks.
Replace the cover and make sure the key throws the bolt from both sides.
According to the old house guru i spoke to there are 3 skeleton keys that account for about 90 of interior door locks no such luck with exterior locks btw.
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Skeleton keys are bit and barrel keys used to open locks on fine furniture.
The bow the barrel and the bit.
But what can go wrong will go wrong it s a genuine possibility especially since the skeleton key is likely to go missing long before it s wanted and when it s needed it won t be anywhere around.
Reassemble and replace photo by kolin smith.
Reinstall the lock in the mortise screw on the faceplate and replace the spindle and knob.
There are three parts of a skeleton key.
When a skeleton key goes missing hopefully it isn t when there is a door that needs to be unlocked right now.
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How to find a skeleton key for your old lock.
Then put your key in a nice safe place.
Most hardware stores or even big home improvement stores likely sell replacement keys.
Make offer antique corbin mortise door lock use skeleton key.
You will find the door lock parts you need from deadbolts to hard to find skeleton key locks for your renovation project here.
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