Looking for white, modern, Surface Mount Handle Set

A home owner from Arnold, MD, US says:
April 27, 2016
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
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Dave Sr. from SWISCO responded:
April 28, 2016
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.
A home owner from Arnold, MD, US says:
April 28, 2016
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!
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Paul from SWISCO responded:
April 29, 2016
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.
A home owner from Arnold, MD says:
April 29, 2016
Okay, well thanks very much for taking a look at it. I appreciate it!
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Paul from SWISCO responded:
May 2, 2016
My pleasure. I'm sorry again we weren't able to get you the handle set you were looking for.
A home owner from Arnold, MD says:
May 2, 2016
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.
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Paul from SWISCO responded:
May 3, 2016
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.
Sliding Door Handle Set, 3-15/16"
Sliding Door Handle Set, 3-15/16"
82-003
$21.20
Patio Door Keeper, 1/2" Wide
Patio Door Keeper, 1/2" Wide
89-007
$3.20
Surface Mount Handle Set, 6-9/16"
Surface Mount Handle Set, 6-9/16"
82-036
$62.70
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