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Restored Antique Rim (Box) Locks, page 55

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 Rim lock set manufactured by Gilbert Lock Co., Patent date May 30, 1876 on the case along with G.L.C.   Gilbert locks are hard to find complete and original.  Gilbert patented and solely manufactured this unusual type of lock in both mortise style and rim locks.  This rim lock is reversible and complete.  Set is in original finish and lock measures 3" high x 3 3/4" - that is without the keeper which is 3/4" additional.  Each shank has a protruding thumb style squeeze lever which operates the latch rather than the knobs turning as normal.  These knobs are stationary - the interior is permanently attached to the lock and the exterior is permanently attached to the rosette and operating catch.  There is no spindle in this type of lock.  The knobs are 2" in diameter and are brown mineral.  An arm type mechanism or operating catch on the exterior knob shank mounts directly into the lock and operates the latch mechanism from outside when the thumb squeeze is pressed.  The same thumb squeeze is found on the shank of the lockside knob and operates the latch when squeezed.  The company was founded in 1876 and Gilbert locks were manufactured for a short period of time.  There is no bolt in lock - it has a latch only which is locked in place with the key for privacy.  The night latch at the top of the lock also locks the mechanisms for privacy but the latch can be retracted while in this mode by using the key. 

Complete Gilbert Rim Lock, Original Finish
Price $ 110.00

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