Originated in Suffolk and common throughout the UK between 17th and 18th Century, Hand Forged from solid bar these period latches are ideal for renovations, Period House Group have sold these suffolk latch sets for many years, the set comprises latch bar, spike keeper, staple keep, slotted screws all items are beeswaxed. For bedroom or bathrooms we can supply a locking pin which prevents the latch bars from lifting. The size of the Suffolk Latch referes to the overall length of the latches. As seen in most period magazines we also combine the latch with the sale of our T tee strap hinges, look for the combi deals offering great value. Suffolk Latches of the Bean end design or Arrow End are always in stock and we can cater for large orders or quote for wordwide shipping.

Traditional styles and techniques.

From the Anvil Hand arrow head hand Forged 18 inch T Hinges & Forged arrow Suffolk Thumb Latch Set. This combined deal offers a substantial saving, The Tee hinges are very well made by blacksmiths using traditional tools, with no welding the knuckle is formed on the anvil after being heated in the forge and the penny end is drawn out over the anvil. One pair of these hinges are strong enough to carry any standard size internal ledged and braced door, However we do sell single hinges should you want three per door. Finished with a Beeswax coating to protect the steel and supplied with dome head slotted screws the overall look is ideal for anyone looking to renovate their home. 

The latch sets have been forged to form the shape using a swage block and the large arrow ends have been drawn out and worked on the anvil, the thumb piece  is large and curved to feel comfortable in use. When fitting the set comes with both screw keeper and spike staple keeper so the choice is yours, this eliminates any problem regarding door width or concerns over hammering the staple in.