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    Default WANTED HOBBS MACHINE MADE LEVER LOCKS

    Hi,
    I am trying to source two locks for an antique desk that I have.

    Thanks.

    Tim Carrington

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    Default Re: WANTED HOBBS MACHINE MADE LEVER LOCKS

    The chances of finding Hobbs locks is about nil.

    Your best bet is to take one of the other locks on the desk, check that it fits where the others are missing and then use it as a pattern to have new locks made to suit. Try blackstage for that type of service.

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    Default Re: WANTED HOBBS MACHINE MADE LEVER LOCKS

    If you put up all the dimensions then we may be able to find some new or antique ones that are very close but they are unlikely to be Hobbs

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    Many thanks for your prompt reply.
    I will get the measurements and post them.
    What age are they?

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    Default Re: WANTED HOBBS MACHINE MADE LEVER LOCKS

    The firm was started in 1851/2 and was bought by Chubbs in the 1950s I think.

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    Width 51mm, Height 40mm, Depth at the top 10mm, Recess from side to lock mechanism 8mm, Depth of lock mechanism 8mm.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Hobbs.JPG  

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    Default Re: WANTED HOBBS MACHINE MADE LEVER LOCKS

    and the exact distance in mm from the centre of the pin to the edge of the door/drawer?

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    From the centre of the pin to the top edge as per the photo is 19 mm.

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