Rim Locks / Box Locks : Historic Home Hardware for Authentic Antique Restoration Originals

Rim Locks / Box Locks

Rim locks, or box locks, are installed on the surface of the door and can be seen from one side of the door. They were one of the earliest lock designs by American manufacturers from about 1830. Even older locks were imported from Europe and England. There are a few of the very old rim locks here but most are from after 1865 when manufacturers introduced a reversible lock. Prior to that date the locks were restricted to left or right hand doors. These are by far the easiest locks to install! See Helpful Information on how to install a rim lock. Note: There are also small rim locks shown here that are used for screen doors, cabinets and small access doors. You might also want to look at Cabinet Latches as well.

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DR1088		Small Rustic Deadbolt Rim Lock for Cabinet or Door This surface mount deadbolt was made by Mallory, Wheeler & Co. in the late 1800’s. Use anywhere you need a separate lock or it can be used by itself where the key is used as a handle and, once locked, the key is put away. If you choose to use it on a bathroom door the replacement antique... click picture for more info
DR1083		J & N 1870’s Passage Rim Lock w/ Swirled Mineral Clay Doorknobs This cast iron rim (or box) lock with its handsome stepped design was made by Jacobus & Nimick and bears their ribbon type logo with J & N on the front of the lock. It has a tiny deadbolt that can be used for privacy in your bed or bath room. Made in the 1870’s this lock has been taken... click picture for more info
DR1081		Massive Primitive Rim Lock Bolt with Huge Skeleton Key Exceptionally rare to find one of these old 1800’s wrought iron surface mount bolts with its original huge iron key! The key is 4-3/4” long and a collector item in its own right. There is surface rust for a primitive look but the deadbolt still moves flawlessly. I’ve included a cast iron keyhole... click picture for more info
DR1080		Ornate Circa 1875 Rim Lock for Pantry or Screen Door This small cast iron surface mount lock was made by Russell & Erwin and is just covered with Victorian vines and daisies! Many layers of paint were removed to reveal the flawless details. The perfect touch for an inward swinging screen, pantry or access door. These small rim locks for inward... click picture for more info
DR1071		Two Cast Iron Screen Door Latches – Corbin “Diagonal” Design Here’s your chance to have matching hardware on your front and rear screen doors! They were made by P & F Corbin in the late 1800’s and they named the pattern simply “Diagonal”. The pattern has a rather Egyptian flair with a mix of geometrics and foliage with picketing around the border of... click picture for more info
DR1069		Rare Tiny Lavender Glass Doorknobs with Screen Door Latch This set was assembled for those who want the extraordinary in their home! These door knobs are extremely rare not only for their lavender color but especially for their very small size. This tiny set is suitable for a pantry, powder room or screen door – anywhere a petite size is desired. And if... click picture for more info
DR1067		Classy Antique Mallory Wheeler Rim Locks – 3 Available Add a touch of class with these high quality rim locks made by Mallory Wheeler in the late 1800’s. The fancy line work around the edges gives them a very elegant look. They have been stripped and oiled for a warm glow. Each set includes the lock, keeper, rosette and keyhole cover. This door... click picture for more info
DR1065		Ornate 1889 Rim Lock Set with Hobnail Details This rim lock with just a touch of hobnail ornamentation was made by Russell & Erwin. It proudly bears their signature and patent dates of 1889 on the lock face. The door knobs repeat the hobnail detail on the fronts and have an egg & dart pattern on the backs. The antique rosette and... click picture for more info
DR1058		Early 1800’s Carpenter 60 Rim Lock In the early 1800’s England exported many of these wrought iron locks to America and they are still highly sought and treasured. This lock bears the brass medallion with crest and No. 60, JAs CARPENTER, PATENTEE still clearly visible. These locks are unique in that the strike goes up and down... click picture for more info
DR1057		Rare Circa 1880 Railroad Saloon Car Rim Lock Own a unique piece of American history! As the Orient Express was carrying travelers in style across Europe, here in America we were not to be outdone. The well-to-do traveled by train with opulent coach, sleeper, saloon and dining cars that were outfitted to rival any Victorian home of the time. ... click picture for more info
DR1055		Antique Daisy Victorian Cast Iron Screen Door Latch This is such a delicate little set with its little daisy motif door knobs and swirling vines on the lock and rosette! The latch is in excellent working condition and the little tab provides security by keeping the doorknobs from turning. One knob (the one laying down) has some minor roughness from... click picture for more info
DR1037		Cast Iron Screen Door Latch – Corbin “Diagonal” Design Lots of the original bronze plating is still in place on this adorable screen door latch. It was made by P & F Corbin in the late 1800’s and they named the pattern simply “Diagonal”. It has a rather Egyptian flair with a mix of geometrics and foliage with picketing around the border of the... click picture for more info
DR1036		Antique Sargent Cast Iron Lever Screen Door Latch This hard to find latch was made by Sargent & Co and bears their signature and the patent date of July 14, 1891 on the back. The latch operates with lever handles rather than knobs and is adorned with loads of Eastlake style detail. As pretty as it is the condition is even more outstanding. ... click picture for more info
DR1001		Vintage Brass Craftsman / Mission Entry Rim Lock This lock is quite unusual in several respects. It is solid brass which would indicate that it was originally intended for an entry (exterior) or marine (a yacht perhaps?) use. It also has a very unique method of attaching the doorknobs without the use of set screws – very classy! As you can see... click picture for more info