There are 2 identical locks on my armoire and 1 is completely broken. Turning the knob on the door will not move the mechanism. Where do I find a replacement lock?
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There are 2 identical locks on my armoire and 1 is completely broken. Turning the knob on the door will not move the mechanism. Where do I find a replacement lock?
sedator, it will probably be easier to just take the existing original lock to a competent locksmith and get it repaired.
It doesn't matter what's broken in it or faulty, it should be a straightforward repair in the right hands, it might be a cracked latch-tail needs silver soldering, a new part making or something as simple as a broken spring. Whatevers gone wrong it will more than likely be easier than tracking down a lock that's a perfect identical match.
If you search the Associated Locksmiths of America site (ALOA) they have a 'find a locksmith' search function. Good Luck- you might of course be lucky and find someone with an exact replacement lock, but it's unlikely so the repair route is more than likely the easiest option.
The ClearStar Security Network Network, of which I am a member; offers an on-line Listing of Reputable Security Professionals:
https://www.clearstar.com/yellform.htm
I note there are locksmiths located in both Norcross and Duluth Georgia which are believe are nearby who should be able to make your repair, finding an exact replacement is unlikely.
Pete Schifferli
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Just a selection of cut furniture locks for Armoire and the like.
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