1970's alum sliding patio door handles and locking mechanism,

Landlord from Albany, Oregon

Jan 14, 2015 3:36 am

I believe I have a 1970's style aluminum patio sliding doors. The handle that locks the door has broken off. The tenant already took it off to try to replace it. Attached is an image of one of the handle pieces. I want to replace the locking mechanism and handles. I don't know the name of the hardware or sliding doors. Are you able to help me identify the hardware? Thanks.

User submitted a photo of a patio door handle.

9 Replies

Dave Sr. from SWISCO

Jan 15, 2015 2:18 pm

I'm not sure what to recommend. We would like to see how the handle is attached to the door and what type of latch it uses, that may help. We would also like to see the other side of the handle. Finally, please include dimensions in your photos. Thanks!

Professional from California

Jan 16, 2015 12:44 pm

The mortise for that Arcadia door is usually ~~82-232~~ with 82-250 lever. The handle probably hasn't been made in 30+ years.

Landlord from Albany Oregon

Mar 10, 2015 10:40 pm

Follow up with first photo submission, attached

User submitted photos of patio door hardware.

Landlord from Albany Oregon

Mar 10, 2015 10:42 pm

More images of the same sliding patio door mechanism. Trying to locate the other parts to photograph.

Landlord from Albany Oregon

Mar 11, 2015 1:06 am

Photo of the inside of the sliding door handle. Thanks.

Dave Sr. from SWISCO

Mar 12, 2015 12:27 pm

I'm not sure if you need to replace the complete handle set or just the parts. We believe you have an older model Arcadia patio door whose handle isn't available any more. Take a look at our ~~82-232~~ mortise latch and the 82-250 latch lever. I'm hoping these could be all you need to repair the door.

Professional from CA

Mar 12, 2015 5:49 pm

If you insert a screwdriver in the mortise lock slot, does it turn and move the locking part into position to lock the door? If that part works, you should be able to retrofit a newer mortise handle by drilling holes in the proper places. You might want to find a professional.

Landlord from Albany Oregon

Mar 20, 2015 8:00 pm

Yes, currently the door can lock/unlock by apply a screwdriver to turn the lock. I've ordered the 82-250 lever part to see if that will fit and then it will be a matter of custom fitting some sort of handle. I will certainly search for a door hardware vendor that could customize a handle. and I'm a lot better off now for finding a solution. Thanks for the very helpful advice!!!