Antique Branford Passage Door Lock Set, Bronze c.1880

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Item description Antique Branford Lock Works cast bronze door lock set c.1880. Branford produced some of the best door hardware in the 1880's . This was a very popular pattern and it was produced in both cast iron and bronze. Although it is not one of the more difficult Branford patterns to find, locating an original set with all of the background enameling is rare. The pieces of this set retain nearly all of the original background enameling, which highlights the pattern beautifully. The set has a great design that is often refered to as a butterfly pattern, however, it's really a highly stylized vernacular flower motif. The reversible lock is in excellent mechanical condition. I have several more of these that are not listed, all in equally great condition. The set includes one reversible cast bronze faced mortise lock, two cast bronze knobs, two bronze door plates, a new solid brass strike plate and reconditioned knob spindle with new set screws. The set screw holes have been deburred so the screws turn in easily. I do not have a key that will work for this lock, but the internal components work as they should. This is a very nice functioning lock set ready to be installed. Dimensions are as follows. Backset 2 5/8", lock face plate is 5 11/16" x 7/8", the lock box is 3 5/8" tall x 3 7/16" deep x 1/2" thick. The door plates are 5 1/2" x 1 1/2". The knobs are 2 1/4" in diameter, and the strike plate is 3 1/2" tall x 1" wide. The lock is reversible and will work with both right and left hand swing doors. If your going to spend real money on a vintage lock set you should expect no broken or missing pieces, a look inside the lock box, pieces that have not been abraded and diminished by inappropriate cleaning methods and at a minimum the ability to make a return. Condition All of my pieces have been carefully cleaned with attention given to preserving original finishes where they remain intact. Many pieces fall victim to wire brushing and high speed polishing which only results in a rough pitted surface and erosion of the sharpness and detail of the pattern. Super shiny isn't always a good thing. Occasionally I may offer pieces that have suffered this fate but it will be noted in the description. Expect my offerings to be in clean good working order without hidden or undisclosed mechanical flaws, broken or missing parts unless otherwise noted. Do remember that these pieces are 100 - 130 years old and many are just coming out of service so wear and tear is almost always present. Check the pictures carefully as they are considered part of the item description. Selling Terms Paypal only & within three (3) days of auction close. If you wish to bid on other items I have listed I will gladly combine shipping if you make multiple purchases. I charge no handling fees and make no attempt at padding the cost with overly high shipping prices. I use delivery confirmation and all shipments above $25 are insured as part of the deal at no extra cost beyond what I have stated in the listing. Returns allowed if requested within 14 days of receipt. Buyer pays all shipping. The Collector As a collector of victorian era builders hardware I have come to appreciate the skill of American artist and artisans of the period. Almost without fail first time viewers of my collection assume it all came from Europe. These pieces are part of American history and heritage and I treat them as such. They have already outlived their creators and likely all of us as well. I hope you share my passion as a custodian of these pieces, they truely contain the progressive energy and creativity of a period in American history the likes of which we have not seen since. * Please ask questions before bidding * read more

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