Looking for white, modern, Surface Mount Handle Set

Home Owner from Arnold, MD, US

Apr 27, 2016 11:48 pm

Hi,

I have a patio door handle to replace. It's not set up as a mortisse lock -- I'm really trying to find a handle/lock set that is surface mounted and modern-looking. JUST like 82-036. However, the handle I'm replacing has holes at 3 15/16".

Does a surface-mount handle, with 3 15/16" holes, and similar appearance to 82-036 exist??

Grateful for your help!

Thanks,
Jessica

8 Replies

Dave Sr. from SWISCO

Apr 28, 2016 2:27 pm

I don't believe a surface mounted handle set is available in this style. If you can, please send us some photos of the handle set you have now so we can try to find a good replacement.

Home Owner from Arnold, MD, US

Apr 28, 2016 9:13 pm

Yes -- if you have any suggestions I'm having a hard time finding what I described in my original post (surface-mount, 3 15/16" holes, white, modern looking).

These are pics of the handle to be replaced.

Many thanks!

User submitted image of their door hardware.

Paul from SWISCO

Apr 29, 2016 2:03 pm

Ah, I see. I believe you have the 82-003 lock. Unfortunately, there is not much you can do. It is next to impossible to convert this kind of lock set to a different type, and the manufacturer pretty much only made this style. I am sorry we cannot offer you something better.

Home Owner from Arnold, MD

Apr 29, 2016 4:43 pm

Okay, well thanks very much for taking a look at it. I appreciate it!

Paul from SWISCO

May 2, 2016 10:19 am

My pleasure. I'm sorry again we weren't able to get you the handle set you were looking for.

Home Owner from Arnold, MD

May 2, 2016 10:33 am

Is it doable to drill new holes in the door frame (so that it could take a handle with holes that are 6 9/16" apart)?

ps - I love your site and the helpful replies! I went ahead and at least ordered the new keeper for the old handle that we have.

Paul from SWISCO

May 3, 2016 12:13 pm

Thank you for the order! I'm glad we're able to help. In answer to your question, if you still want to use a surface mounted handle set like our 82-036 you could drill new holes, but make sure they are in line with the holes you now have so you don't drill into the glass.