American Craftsman mortise door lock and retaining clip replacement

Question

Hello--I recently was trying to replace the lock on my sliding glass patio door and the mechanism including the retaining clip fell into the door--careless mistake. The door handle is OK--it measures 4" from screw to screw. I need a new mortise lock and retaining clip--the lock opening (img_0240) measures approx. 3-5/8" from center of screw holes. The rounded lock opening is approx. 4" high and 0.5" wide. I tried a couple of locks purchased from home depot but they did not fit. Any help is appreciated! Thank you.

Terry Varley

Tom · Accepted Answer

Hello! Based on the given information, my recommendation is the 82-218. Look it over and see what you think.

During installation of the 82-218, you may find that it's a tight fit and may even believe that it's too big to fit. This is a common experience. It's important to note that the 82-218 is made to be a little big so that it properly snaps in place. As a result, you have to put it into the hole at a slight angle. It doesn't go straight in.

Opposite side view 82-218

Profile view of 82-218