Early American scenic rim lock in cast iron, accompanied by early mineral swirl door knobs. One of a series of locks manufactured by Russell & Erwin Mfg. Co., patented Aug. 10, 1858 (signed and dated on back - shown in photo). The Pioneer Lock depicts a frontiersman in a wood with his rifle and his dog at his heels. The lock body measures 4 1/2" x 3 5/4" without the keeper and is non-reversible, left hand only. Back set is 2 5/8" - spacing is 2 3/4. The original keeper measures additional 1" wide and shows a grouping of weapons and equipment for hunting in high relief. Restored and complete with original knobs 2 1/4" in diameter., and original cast iron rosette and key escutcheon for the exterior. with one key. In excellent restored condition. A rare piece of recognized Americana hardware. Mount screws included.
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