Does Baldwin make mortise locks?
The Baldwin mortise lock is world-renowned for quality and security. All lock cases are constructed of heavy gauge steel, and plated with a rust-resistant coating to retard oxidation. Working parts are made of solid forged brass, precisely machined for maximum strength and a lifetime of smooth operation.
How thick is a mortise lock?
Door Thickness: 1-3⁄4″(44mm) thick standard. Outside Front Plate: Brass, bronze or stainless steel. 8″(203mm) x 1-1⁄4″(31mm), ANSI Standard A115.
Are Baldwin locks made by Kwikset?
Baldwin and Kwikset are part of Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI), a major manufacturer and supplier of residential locksets, residential builders’ hardware and faucets with a portfolio of renowned brands, including Kwikset®, Weiser®, Baldwin®, National Hardware®, Stanley®, Pfister™ and EZSET®.
How do you measure for a replacement mortise lock?
If the lock is still in the door it is possible to measure from the front plate of the lock to the centre of the keyhole. If the measurement is 45mm, you need a 64mm (2.5″) mortice lock. If the measurement is 57mm, you need a 76mm (3″) mortice lock. These measurements are approximate.
What is the backset on a mortise lock?
The backset is the distance from the edge of the door to the center of the 2-1/8-inch bore hole.
Who company owns Baldwin locks?
Stanley Black & Decker
In March 2010, Black & Decker was purchased by Stanley Tools. Kwikset subsequently became part of the Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) Group of Stanley Black & Decker, which also owns lockset manufacturers Weiser and Baldwin.
When did Kwikset buy Baldwin?
2003 – Black & Decker purchases Baldwin Hardware and Weiser Lock from the Masco Corporation in October, expanding their bath and door hardware collections to encompass four major brands, Kwikset, Price Pfister, Baldwin Hardware and Weiser Lock.