Handforged Suffolk Thumb Latch Set Beeswaxed PH-09c

Handforged Suffolk Thumb Latch Set Beeswaxed PH-09c with a traditional finish, Originated in Suffolk and common throughout the UK between 17th and 18th Century, Hand Forged from solid bar these period latches are ideal for renovations.

Period House Group have sold these suffolk latch sets for many years, the set comprises latch bar, screw keeper and spike keeper, staple keep, slotted screws all items are beeswaxed.

For bedroom or bathrooms we can supply a locking pin which prevents the latch bars from lifting. The size of the Suffolk Latch refers to the overall length.

As seen in most period magazines we also combine the latch with the sale of our T hinges.

Overall Handle Length  215mm.
Thumb piece from the back of the plate to the end of the curl 3 5/8″ 92mm
Bean / Penny width 2″ 50mm
Handle projection 47mm
Grip Height under the handle 41mm
Latch Bar 8″ 200mm
Screw Keep 4 1/8″  104mm

please note that due to the handmade nature of the product there can be some variation / tolerance.

if you have outward opening doors see out outward opening kit PH-13C which is used with the latch to convert.

Part Number: PH-09c

Sold as latch set only,  or select hinges from the drop down 15″ t hinges or 18″ hinges.

T Hinges are handforged Penny End style with a Beeswaxed finish, Blacksmith made.

Period House Group Hand Forged Traditional Strap T Hinges, this is a simple rustic T Hinge to suit all period doors. A nice weighty hinge with a gently tapered forged edge, finished with a flat round Penny end design.

These T Hinges have proved very popular with house builders renovators and manufacturers of ledged and braced doors. For internal doors we recommend the 15 inch or 18 inch, 18 inch have been the most popular as this one size covers most doors.

Material Mild Steel 5mm thick

Pin Barrel 20mm x 44mm

15 inch 381mm overall
13.5 inch 343mm on the door
Hinge fixing plate 5 1/8 x 1 1/16 inches 130mm x 27mm

18 inch 457mm overall
16.5 inch 420mm on the door
Hinge fixing plate 5 1/8 x 1 3/16 inches 130mm x 30mm

All sold in pairs the above sizes are the overall length of the Hinges including the Door plate