The door can be locked 3 ways and all three lock the doorknob on the outside. It is only unlocked by pushing the buttons. This lock uses a jointed spindle so that the inside doorknob never locks.
These are the 3 ways to lock the door:-key from outside locks knob and throws deadbolt-turn piece from inside locks the knob and throws deadbolt-push buttons (only locks the doorknob, does not throw the deadbolt); used when leaving. No key is needed.
Lock with buttons allows the door to be locked without a key. 2-1/2" Backset; left or right or left or right reverse handing. Sold Individually. Cylinder sold separately.
2.5" Baldwin Mortise Lock with Buttons
Finishes
Polished Brass
Unlacquered Brass
Hand Antiqued Brass
Polished Bronze
Antiqued Bronze
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Antique Copper
Polished Bronze
Antiqued Bronze
Handing Options
Right Handed Door
Left Handed Door
Right Hand Reverse
Left Hand Reverse
Measurements
For schematics and standard dimensions consult Locks and Latches under Hardware 101
For handing information consult How to Determine the Handing of a Door under Hardware 101
Description
Lock with buttons allows the door to be locked without a key. 2-1/2" Backset; left or right or left or right reverse handing. Sold Individually. Cylinder sold separately.