Putting a key in an existing allen stevens handle

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Hi,

I have recently relocated to my mothers condo while she moved to my house with my family. As I am a Firefighter/EMT I will be exposed to this virus and am looking to use the patio slider as my main point of entry so I can avoid the general entrance to the building. I could not find a part number, but the name Allen-Stevens and patent pending was there, and lots of cobwebs. There seems to be a knockout for a lock cylinder in the exterior handle, or maybe I should drill it due to age? Or just replace it all. Not sure how her association will react yet either. Door is 1-14? thick, screws are 3-15/16? apart, key blank seems to be 5/8? OD & 7/16 ID, I was hoping to just add the cylinder and key set if possible as this would cost the least and show the least change to the board. I?m hoping they will maintain or replace the rollers and track if needed, thank you, jay

Casey · Accepted Answer

Your handle set shows some comparison to our 82-003. Take a look and see if you agree. If you're only looking to make this handle set keyed, our 82-306 keyed outside pull is worth considering. The 82-306 can be used with the 82-003. If the measurements of your handle set match up precisely to our 82-003, then I don't see why this wouldn't work on your door. Look these parts over and let us know if any other questions come up.