Antique Black Monkey Tail Window Latch, Tudor Style, 10cm - Outlet

Antique Black Monkey Tail Window Latch, Tudor Style, 10cm

Hardware in the Style of Old England

This window fastener consists of the main handle and two different keepers for flexible installation. The handle features a traditional, spiraled end known as a "monkey tail," and its surface has a rustic, hammered texture. The set includes both a small hook-style keeper and a larger mortise plate keeper for the window frame. All parts are precision-cast from steel and treated with a blackened finish. A major advantage is that the handle is fully reversible, making it suitable for both left- and right-handed windows.

Ideal for Historical and Period-Style Windows

This latch is ideal for securing wooden casement windows in your country cottage, a historical home, or a garden summerhouse. Its robust and stylish design is a perfect fit for interiors in an English country style, for Gothic-inspired spaces, or even for fantasy-themed buildings like hobbit homes or forest cabins.

A Nod to Tudor Craftsmanship

The "monkey tail" handle is a classic element of English ironmongery, popular since the Tudor period in the 16th century. It wasn't just for decoration—the elegant curl at the end of the handle provided a solid, comfortable grip, which was important for operating the stiff windows of the time. It's an example of traditional craftsmanship where function and ergonomics were a natural part of beautiful design.

A Fascinating Fact from History

Did you know that in 1696, England introduced the infamous "Window Tax"? It was a property tax based on the number of windows in a house. To avoid paying, many building owners simply bricked up their windows. Traces of these bricked-up windows can still be seen on old British buildings today. To have a house with many windows, fitted with such ornate hardware, was a clear sign of considerable wealth.

Installation and Care

How to Install the Product

The set includes three main parts for versatile mounting. First, attach the main handle part to the window casement. Then, choose one of the two keepers that best suits your window frame style. Position the keeper so that the latch engages firmly and securely. The set includes the six screws required for installation.

How to Care for the Product

To keep the pivoting mechanism moving smoothly, you can lubricate it occasionally. For cleaning the surface, use only a dry or slightly damp cloth.

What to Note

This latch serves to fasten a window casement to its frame, not as a high-security lock against forced entry. Do not use excessive force to close it if the window is warped or does not sit properly.

Technical Specifications

• Set Includes: 1x Handle Latch, 1x Hook Keeper, 1x Mortise Keeper, 6x Screws
• Overall Handle Length: 10.1 cm (4 inches)
• Handle Base Height: 5.8 cm (2.3 inches)
• Hook Keeper Height: 5 cm (2 inches)
• Mortise Keeper Height: 7.6 cm (3 inches)
• Material: Cast Steel / Cast Iron
• Finish: Blackened, Rustic