casement window crank handle

A handy person from Santa Barbara, Ca says:
August 24, 2011
The crank handle im looking for is as the added picture shows, the measurements are 5-1/2L X 5/16W. I have found many with 1/4 width which is too small for my window. If you could help me find some of these I would be
very appreciative. Thank you
User submitted photo of their window crank handle.
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Mike from SWISCO responded:
August 25, 2011
Good Morning,

Are there any names or stamps on the window crank hardware (or the window itself)?
A quick learner says:
August 30, 2011
none
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Dave Sr. from SWISCO responded:
September 1, 2011
Unfortunately we were unable to locate a 5/16" crank handle. You may have to change out the complete operator. Take a look at the 39-268 Wood Casement Operator.
A quick learner from santa barbara says:
September 1, 2011
These operators came with or house we bought in 1970. I want to keep the original hardware. I have taken some off to re-paint. To answer your question Mike, There is a marking I didn't originally see. Under the operator it says RIXSON, then has either R or L for right-left.
A quick learner says:
September 2, 2011
here is picture of casement operator thank you
User submitted photo of Rixson operator.
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Mike from SWISCO responded:
September 6, 2011
Thank you for submitting your photo to us.

Unfortunately Rixson no longer produces window hardware. We have been unable to locate an original Rixson window operator to use as a replacement.
A quick learner says:
September 7, 2011
Oh boy, well thank you so much for your efforts I appreciate it.I will probably be fabricating some myself.
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Mike from SWISCO responded:
September 7, 2011
I hope everything works out for you.

Let us know if you find a solution.
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