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   Steinmetz | Mar 06, 2006 04:19am | #1

   Mortise latch bolt will do the job Just don't attach the thumb turn. but use the turn as a 'key'only as needed. Steinmetz.
   The mortise latch bolts come in narrow backsets and require you to bore only two holes then, tap into place using a hammer and a block of wood .

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   BobChapman | Mar 06, 2006 03:35pm | #2

   Thanks.   That could be a workable alternative.

   Bob

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   Ricks503 | Mar 06, 2006 11:42pm | #3

   I know what you are talking about, however those were on failrly thick stock

   This may be an alternative: - it would be surface mounted though

   http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1288600&cp=&pg=3&kw=screen&parentPage=search&searchId=5550882397

   1 - measure the board twice, 2 - cut it once, 3 - measure the space where it is supposed to go        4 - get a new board and go back to step 1
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   BobChapman | Mar 07, 2006 12:45am | #4

   Thanks for the idea.  I am trying to make it hidden, though.

   Bob

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   Chesster | Mar 07, 2006 04:24am | #5

   Try doing an internet search for a concealed cam latch.  I think you'll find plenty to choose from.  Just a thought.

   Here is an actual url  

   http://www.hardwarespecialty.com/Southco/default.aspx?hid=7316

   
   

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   Edited 3/6/2006 8:27 pm ET by Chesster

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   BobChapman | Mar 07, 2006 05:00am | #6

   Chesster-

   Thanks.  That's exactly what I needed!

    

   Bob