Manufacturer | Prime-Line Products |
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Place of Business | REDLANDS, CA, 92374 US |
Part Number | E 2294 |
Product Dimensions | 2.86 x 12.23 x 21.43 cm; 359.25 g |
Item model number | E 2294 |
Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Colour | Brass |
Style | Antique |
Finish | antique |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Shape | Square |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Special Features | Key Lock |
Included Components | 2 keys, fasteners, 1 keeper, 1 lock |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Goods are warranted against manufacturing defects for 1 year. In no case is Prime-Line responsible for user related damage or damage incurred during installation. Warranty is void if products are subjected to abnormal conditions, misapplication or abuse. |
Item Weight | 359 g |
Country of origin | China |
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Prime-Line E 2294 Vintage Style Indoor Mortise Lock Assembly Kit, Cast Steel Construction, Brass Plated Finish, Skeleton Key, Backset, 1/4” Max Square Spindle, Reversible Latch Bolt (Single Pack)
Brand | Prime-Line |
Special feature | Key Lock |
Lock type | Key Lock |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 29 x 122 x 214 millimeters |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Recommended uses for product | replacing vintage-style mortise locks in period homes or for use in vintage-style interior doors |
Style | Antique |
Colour | Brass |
Number of pieces | 1 |
Finish type | antique |
About this item
- REPLACE ANTIQUE MORTISE LOCK SETS – The vintage look of the Prime-Line E 2294 Mortise Lock Assembly Kit is a great match for the old lock sets found in period homes. Used with antique and vintage door hardware, the kit is an economical replacement for indoor mortise locks.
- EASY INSTALLATION – Installation is quick and easy, and all mounting screws are included. The mortise lock easily slides into the existing door pocket for an fix for a broken lock. It has a 2-3/8” backset with a 9/32” square spindle drive that accepts a maximum spindle size of 1/4”.
- STEEL WITH BRASS-PLATED FINISH – The E 2294 lock is constructed from case-hardened steel and features a faceplate with a bright, brass-plated finish. The kit includes a latch and deadbolt strike with fasteners (door knobs, square spindle, spare keys and trim plates sold separately) and two skeleton-style keys.
- LEFT OR RIGHT-HANDED INTERIOR DOORS – The mortise caselock ships handed (to close in a certain direction) but the latch can easily be reversed for opposite swinging doors.
- INSTALLATION TIP – Although the square drive on the latch has a 9/32” opening, it will only accommodate 1/4” square spindles.
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ASIN | B000Q9SGUQ |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Date First Available | Sept. 16 2011 |
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When it’s time to replace damaged or missing vintage-style mortise door locks, look no further than Prime-Line’s E 2294 Mortise Lock Assembly Kit. The cast steel construction and brass plated finish closely match the mortises of period homes and are perfect for antique doors. The skeleton key locking system and vintage look of the faceplate won’t take away from the originality of the antique hardware throughout the home. The mortise lock assembly set has a 2-3/8” backset with a 9/32” square spindle drive that accepts a maximum spindle size of 1/4”. The kit includes a latch and deadbolt strike with fasteners (door knobs, square spindle, spare keys and trim plates sold separately) and two skeleton-style keys. Although the E 2294 lock set ships handed (to close in a certain direction), the latch can easily be reversed for opposite swinging doors. Installation of the brass-plated steel mortise lock set is quick and easy, and all mounting screws are included. The mortise lock easily slides into the existing door pocket for an economical replacement of damaged or missing vintage lock sets that will perfectly complement the antique design of your home. Installation Tip: This item cannot be used on pre-bored doors that have large, newer style door knob holes without first prepping them to receive this hardware. Installation Tip: Because the fasteners of the rosettes (purchased separately) require a solid surface to mount to, the large 2-1/8 in. (approximate size) holes must first be filled with a hardening filler, to then be able to receive the rosette fasteners. Products like Fix-It-All and Bondo Body Filler have worked well for some, but care must be used to avoid damaging any prefinished door surfaces during application and finishing. Installation Tip: Apply a small amount of Loctite ThreadLocker 271 to the set screw threads in the event they are loosening – Loctite must be purchased separately.
From the Manufacturer
When it’s time to replace damaged or missing vintage-style mortise door locks, look no further than Prime-Line’s E 2294 Mortise Lock Assembly Kit. The cast steel construction and brass plated finish closely match the mortises of period homes and are perfect for antique doors. The skeleton key locking system and vintage look of the faceplate won’t take away from the originality of the antique hardware throughout the home. The mortise lock assembly set has a 2-3/8” backset with a 9/32” square spindle drive that accepts a maximum spindle size of 1/4”. The kit includes a latch and deadbolt strike with fasteners (door knobs, square spindle, spare keys and trim plates sold separately) and two skeleton-style keys. Although the E 2294 lock set ships handed (to close in a certain direction), the latch can easily be reversed for opposite swinging doors. Installation of the brass-plated steel mortise lock set is quick and easy, and all mounting screws are included. The mortise lock easily slides into the existing door pocket for an economical replacement of damaged or missing vintage lock sets that will perfectly complement the antique design of your home. Installation Tip: This item cannot be used on pre-bored doors that have large, newer style door knob holes without first prepping them to receive this hardware. Installation Tip: Because the fasteners of the rosettes (purchased separately) require a solid surface to mount to, the large 2-1/8 in. (approximate size) holes must first be filled with a hardening filler, to then be able to receive the rosette fasteners. Products like Fix-It-All and Bondo Body Filler have worked well for some, but care must be used to avoid damaging any prefinished door surfaces during application and finishing. Installation Tip: Apply a small amount of Loctite ThreadLocker 271 to the set screw threads in the event they are loosening – Loctite must be purchased separately.
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E-2294 - Vintage Style Indoor Mortise Lock Assembly Kit
Cast Steel Construction, Brass Plated Finish, Antique Skeleton Key
Looking to replace vintage door locks? Prime-Line's E 2294 Mortise Lock Kit is the answer. Constructed from cast steel with a stylish brass finish, it's both robust and aesthetically pleasing. The skeleton key system preserves your doors' authenticity. Suitable for 2-3/8" doors, it's a breeze to install. Keep in mind that it's not compatible with pre-bored doors featuring large knob holes; be sure to prepare your door accordingly.
- REPLACE ANTIQUE MORTISE LOCK SETS – The vintage look this Mortise Lock Assembly Kit is a great match for the old lock sets found in older period homes. Used with antique and vintage door hardware
- INSTALLATION – Mounting screws included. The mortise lock fits into mortised door pocket. It has a 2-3/8 in. backset with a 9/32 in. square spindle drive that accepts a maximum spindle size of 1/4 in.
- STEEL WITH BRASS-PLATED FINISH – Constructed from case-hardened steel, features a faceplate with a bright, brass-plated finish. The kit includes a latch, deadbolt strike, fasteners and 2 skeleton keys
- LEFT OR RIGHT-HANDED INTERIOR DOORS – The mortise caselock ships handed (to close in a certain direction) but the latch can easily be reversed for opposite swinging doors.
- INSTALLATION TIP – Although the square drive on the latch has a 9/32 in. opening, it will only accommodate 1/4 in. square spindles.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Vintage style mortise lock assembly with a 5-1/2 inch face plate
Made from durable steel with a stylish brass finish
Reversible latch bolt works for left or right handed doors
Top Brand: Prime-Line
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Customers like the fit, functionality, and installation of the lock. They mention it fits their old 1890's retrofit doors perfectly, works great, and is quite easy to install. Customers also like the appearance, saying it's a good product for the price. However, some customers disagree on the durability and locking mechanism.
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Customers are satisfied with the fit of the product. They mention it fits their old 1890's retrofit doors perfectly and the dimensions are exact.
"...I swapped it from my old broken lock.. It fits my (really old) door pretty perfectly." Read more
"Fit perfectly." Read more
"These door closures fit my old 1890's retrofit doors perfectly!..." Read more
"Loved it until it locked me out. To bad fit perfect and looked great. The locking mechanism has an issue will lock on it own and you open it...." Read more
Customers like the functionality of the lock. They mention it works great and is neat and clean.
"Had for a few months. Works. Came with everything. Good price." Read more
"Works great, and fit like a glove to replace my old skeleton lock mechanism." Read more
"Had to rob a knob set from an unused door. But it works fine." Read more
"...Done. Now works like a charm and even has a lock." Read more
Customers find the lock easy to install. They mention it comes with two keys and is quite easy to make work.
"...It was easy to put in place of the old worn one, and having waited to review it for a while, it is holding up quite nicely...." Read more
"...The cover plate didn't close well but I was able to shift it. It installed well...." Read more
"good product for the price quite easy to install comes with 2 keys" Read more
"fits a little different than the existing ones but very easy to make work, installed in a few minutes with little effort." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the lock. They mention it looks great and is a perfect match for antique doors in their historic homes.
"This is a perfect match for my antique door in my historic home...." Read more
"Its not especially robust but i like the retro look i grew up with. I had to change 3 out of of 4 within 3 years though." Read more
"...In my case the handle hole was way off. It does look good but it get stuck when turning the key to close the door." Read more
"Loved it until it locked me out. To bad fit perfect and looked great. The locking mechanism has an issue will lock on it own and you open it...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the durability of the lock. Some mention it's well-built and of okay quality for the price, while others say it's not especially robust and breaks easily.
"...worn one, and having waited to review it for a while, it is holding up quite nicely...." Read more
"Its not especially robust but i like the retro look i grew up with. I had to change 3 out of of 4 within 3 years though." Read more
"...It was easy to flip the latch and for the price this is a very high quality product. I bought 4 more for the rest of the house!" Read more
"I've bought 2 of these in the past 2 years, both have broken, the second in just 5 weeks of only being used a couple times per day...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the locking mechanism of the product. Some mention the locking mortise set is great and a great replacement lock. However, others say the lock and latch are broken and cannot be unlocked.
"...To bad fit perfect and looked great. The locking mechanism has an issue will lock on it own and you open it...." Read more
"The locking Mortise set is great my home uses these types and I don't have the keys for them so finding and buying these were great they work very..." Read more
"...The lock had broken and could not be unlocked. We called the locksmith and incurred a $100 cost to break the kids out of the bathroom...." Read more
"Great replacement lock..." Read more
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This thing broke and entrapped my daughter and her cousin in the bathroom for 2 hours!
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- Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2021Verified PurchaseThis is a perfect match for my antique door in my historic home. It was easy to put in place of the old worn one, and having waited to review it for a while, it is holding up quite nicely. I have had the hardest time finding this exact model anywhere else, and where I have the price is doubled or more, no regrets. Great value!
- Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2022Verified PurchaseI moved into a 120 year old mansion that has character taste and has been well maintained but the one bathroom door doorknobs didn't work.
Hey! 3 screws off, ply off the old broken system/ then hold the unit in place and screw the 3 new screws into the same holes! Done. Now works like a charm and even has a lock.
- Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2023Verified PurchaseIts not especially robust but i like the retro look i grew up with. I had to change 3 out of of 4 within 3 years though.
- Reviewed in Canada on January 16, 2023Verified PurchaseSpecs are exactly as listed. Dropped in perfectly to my old mortise slot. It did not work with the original catch, but 2 minutes with a chisel and it was in place and the door closed perfectly.
It was easy to flip the latch and for the price this is a very high quality product. I bought 4 more for the rest of the house!
- Reviewed in Canada on July 24, 2023Verified PurchaseOlder home built in 1940s fit the original interior doors and closet doors. Only difference was the original dead bolt hole is slightly lower. Definitely worth it ,price is more than fair.
- Reviewed in Canada on March 14, 2023Verified PurchaseThis lock does not fit old doors. Because the handle cavity was almost 1 1/2 inch more inside, I had to remove with great difficulty the inside wood to permit the insertion. Also the lach itself got stuck and need to play with it so it clears the way to be closed with the key. So make sure the handle hole is the same as in your original door. In my case the handle hole was way off. It does look good but it get stuck when turning the key to close the door.
- Reviewed in Canada on June 10, 2024Verified PurchaseI've bought 2 of these in the past 2 years, both have broken, the second in just 5 weeks of only being used a couple times per day. These are cheap alloy trash made with terrible tolerances on the moving parts. I'm going to track down an old/antique one next for the door, like the other ones in my house that are over 100 years old and still work properly. Avoid. This is a waste of time and money.
- Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2025Verified PurchaseHazard, don't buy.
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Suficientemente bueno y bastante similar a los anteriores casi no tuve que intervenir para instalarlo, y funciona bien ahora a probar durabilidad, los otros ya duraron 50 años a ver q pasaReviewed in Mexico on December 5, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Buenos
Verified PurchaseMuy nueno
- ACWildlifeReviewed in the United States on February 3, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent mortise lock for a great price
Verified PurchaseThis mortise lock arrived yesterday and it is already in the door! I bought a wooden door for my 1922 bungalow, and I had to get it from one of those salvage/antique shops because back then unlike today, they made doors out of actual wood. I so lucked out when it already had the cut out done for the mortise lock. The only thing is, I had to find the right lock to fit and had no idea there was such variation amongst them. This lock was a gem. I only had to use the chisel slightly as the face plate was slightly taller. But otherwise it just slid right in and I attached the screws. I still have to attach the strikeplate, as the old mortise lock's strike plate was slightly lower. Every door in my house has the same style locks, strike plates, door knobs and face plates, so I was a little surprised the existing one did not fit. I figure if I managed to get the door hung (having to switch the hinges from right to left facing) I can handle re-doing the strike plate insert.
The lock seems well made (it is only $14!) and the keys work well. Alas, they did NOT work in any of my other doors, so the keys must be specific to each lock.
The only complaint I have is that they do not offer these in different colors. I really needed a bronze so I am going to have to paint the shiny gold (oh well). But the door worked well with the turn rod that went with the lock I accident threw out ten years ago (gnash of teeth). It was a real antique. I can't find anything wrong. The lock is in an interior door, so i do not expect it to endure any undo strain and should last a very long time. I will upload photos when I get the strike plate in.
- Ted R.Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars oops
Verified PurchaseI think this is a good replacement for most. And its a lot for the money. However - using the existing mortise hole in the door (fit well) --- the latch/tongue is 1 inch higher than the older one (maybe 115 years old). l am a bit handy - but now this is beyond me as the strike plate on the frame is buried by 115 years of paint and to drill a lower hole to move the latch down means I also need to lengthen (down) the mortise opening in the door itself. I have handier friends and expect we can do it ---- but I give this good reviews but they should tell you - with that great picture ---- how far below the top of the cut out - the two locks (latch and bolt) stick out --- so if you have an old insanely hard to remove strike plate --- you can pre measure . Oh well - it is not their fault IMO
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NoraReviewed in Mexico on April 4, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Cumple con su función
Verified PurchaseCumple con su función
- ScarReviewed in the United States on October 8, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Handedness is Adjustable - But it's Not Easy
Verified PurchaseI needed one with left handing for a closet door that I wanted to add a lock to. I read that this one is adjustable, so I looked up how to do it. I already had one of these lock sets, but the screw on the side plate was beyond stuck and completely stripped for some reason (it needs to be removed so you can access the inner mechanisms to change the handedness) so I bought another one.
Fortunately when it arrived, the side plate screw was reasonably tightened and I was able to remove it with minimal effort. That was the easy part...
The instructions say to be careful when opening it up because basically everything in there is connected by springs and levers and what not - do not disregard this warning! Just remove it very slowly. When I opened mine, the latch cam dislodged slightly, but everything else stayed in place. I immediately took a photo of how everything was arranged just in case.
There are written instructions included, but in my opinion they could be a lot more thorough. And the main thing they neglect to mention (in the instructions as well as on this listing) is that once you do get the latch turned around and get the spring back in place, it is darn near impossible to keep everything in place while trying to close it back up. It takes a little maneuvering to get the side plate to slide back into place, and it is all to easy to accidentally bump something or take your hand off of the part you are holding in place that can set off a chain reaction of parts decoupling and/or moving out of place. At some point you have to take your hand off whatever you are holding in place ao you can actually close it all the way, and that is definitely the hardest part (or it was for me, anyway). I was finally able to do it by putting a door knob spindle into the hole it goes in just enough so that it would hold the latch cam in place while I cautiously closed the side panel. It took a few tries. You can only insert the spindle a little because if it goes through too far, you wont be able to close the side plate. And you have to make sure it is centered in there, because if you let it tilt just a little in any direction it will probably knock the latch cam (and possibly other stuff) out of place.
There is probably an easier way to do it, but this is what eventually worked for me. It would probably be easier if you have another pair of hands to help you.
I'm rating it 4 stars because aside from the extreme (and mostly unaddressed) difficulty of re-configuring it, it is a nice looking and effective piece of hardware that is built to last a long time (if you don't destroy it!).