Long Black Cabin Hook and Eye Latch, 12.5 Inch - Outlet

Long Black Cabin Hook and Eye Latch, 12.5 Inch

Simplicity That Works

The latch consists of two parts—a long hook and a matching eye catch. The hook is attached by a pivot to a round mounting plate, allowing it free movement. The second part consists of a simple eyelet on an oval plate. Both parts are made of solid cast iron and feature a blackened finish that lends them an authentic patina and protects them from the elements. Each mounting plate has two screw holes.

A Universal Solution for Home and Garden

This type of latch is incredibly versatile. You can use it to secure window shutters against slamming in the wind or to hold a patio or garden door open. It also serves excellently as a simple lock for a shed door, a garden gate, or the lid of a large wooden chest. It's a simple and effective solution wherever you need to quickly and easily secure something.

A Nod to Maritime Tradition

The cabin hook, as its name suggests, is one of the oldest and simplest types of latch. Its name is derived from its extensive use on ships, where it served to secure cabin doors, cupboards, and windows to prevent them from swinging open on rough seas. Its brilliant simplicity and resistance to harsh conditions also made it a popular fixture for barn doors, stables, and country dwellings all over the world.

A Fact from the Colonial Era

Did you know that in the first colonial settlements in America in the 17th century, iron hardware was rare and expensive? The settlers brought only the bare necessities with them and relied on simple and durable solutions. For the everyday doors and shutters in their log cabins and houses, a simple cabin hook like this would have been far more practical and common than a complex and expensive lock, which was reserved for only the most important buildings.

Installation and Care

How to Install the Product

First, attach the eyelet to the wall or door frame. Then, engage the hook in the eyelet and find the ideal position for the hook's mounting plate so that the latch is slightly taut. Mark the hole positions and screw the plate down. Screws are not included.

How to Care for the Product

To keep the hook moving smoothly, you can occasionally lubricate the pivot with a drop of oil. Otherwise, the latch is maintenance-free; simply wipe off any dust.

What to Note

This latch provides basic privacy and fastening, but it does not serve as a high-security lock against forced entry. Do not use it as the sole lock on an exterior door of your house.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Cabin Hook and Eye Latch
• Overall Length: 31.7 cm (12.5 inches)
• Log diameter: 10,26 mm 
• Material: Cast Steel / Cast Iron
• Finish: Blackened, Rustic
• Mounting: 2x plates, each with two holes
• Screws: Not included