Latched and Bolted
Just as an exercise to demonstrate the diversity of collections offered at Knobs, Hinges and More, here are a variety of bolts and latches used on doors and gates. Many of them reflect the hammered and wrought iron approach to manufacturing of 
yesteryear, but some include polished brass offerings.
While what you see on this page may appear trifling, some of the objects you see are quite large, being a foot or more in the longest dimension. Many of these items are simple gravity latches - gravity keeps the door “locked.” 
If access to the latches can be prevented by the arrangement of the threshold, door and door jamb, they can virtually be used as locking latches (as long as gravity pulls downward!)
Many of these latches and bolts are reminiscent of a bygone era, reaching back to our country’s founding, when the smith plied his trade. Due to this simplicity, they are commonly used in stables or on farms and ranches. 
If you like simplicity, where function is obvious and you don’t need a user’s manual to operate them, select from among the styles displayed here and make a statement!
Add comment June 27th, 2007
My son and future daughter-in-law want to do ranching. It’s a stretch to say that where we live ranching is done regularly. So, if we want to be near them, we have to move. They plan to raise beef cattle and horses for breeding and to assist in herd management.
I can imagine just what their home will look like when they finally decorate it. Do you see a basic theme here? I was amazed to discover that some of the cabinet knobs come with embedded leather in various colors. There are also door hinges and other hardware that reflect stable and gate hinges. 
If you want to avoid beating around the bush, you can simply use hardware shaped like a horse head. Let there be no mistake!
Offerings depicted on this page can all be obtained from the good folks at 
Where the visitor first meets you is where 
Bronze, being second cousin to brass, does well in the elements, at times even garnering a green patina, like many statues in historic places. This characteristic lends an aura of antiquity and authority to your front door. Is that what you want to portray to your first-time visitors?
The assortments in these two collecitons provide you a wide variety of themes and ideas. They let you convey the message you may already be carrying in the interior of your home. Be sure to check out the offerings from 
Well, maybe second impressions! When visitors come calling, the first impression they get is the overall character and theme of your home. The second impression is the door. And what will they see at eye level when they walk up to the door? Will it be a door knocker? What impression will you give them? 
and unexpected guests. When I went looking for door knockers, I was (no, I won’t say “Knocked off my ….”) really impressed! You can find pieces of art at 
can find every one and more at 
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“lowly” door lever. Have you ever tried to open a doorknob with your hands full? It simply doesn’t work many times. But, if that door has a lever, well, then you can simply push down whatever you’re carrying on the lever and you’re there. What a difference! There are many times I’ve been grateful we chose a lever instead of a knob for access to our living spaces.
Now, imagine, too, if that lever had the Italian artistic design. The lever would say to all that approach it, “I am here to serve you with a flair!” You will find such artistry at 
