Brass Box Lock for Lift Lid, 5/8 inch to pin

The Brass Box Lock offers a traditional solution for fastening antique and vintage chests or boxes. The single lever locking mechanism that ensures straightforward operation. When installed, the lock remains concealed from the outside, preserving the piece's original aesthetic. Half mortise lock is for lift lids. Use on chests, trunks and boxes. To install, this brass box lock fits into a partial cut out in box interior. Strike attaches underneath surface of lid. When lid is closed, strike drops down into lock. Key turns one lever mechanism to secure lid.