OK, somebodys gotta know what this is (icebox latch)

[gtoast99]

OK, somebody's gotta know what this is (icebox latch)

but I don't have a clue. It looks like the two pieces, the "base" with the holes in it, and the "handle" that used to pivot where the arrow points. It's stuck now of course. On the back is the number 2326 which you can see on the right in the photo. Harder to see in the pic is in the same place but on the left are two letters, looks like "RH" or "KH" perhaps?

I'm dying to know what this is, but haven't a clue where to start!!
Thanks for any input in advance!!!

 

[NOLA_Ken]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

looks like an old window or cabinet latch to me.

 

[gtoast99]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

Hmmm could be, having trouble seeing how it would work though.

I added a new picture showing how the "handle" would pivot up and away from the "base". Also, size comparison with a penny.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

I dont know exactly what kind of latch it is but I see a keyhole. The RH stands for "right hand" and LH would stand for "left hand" door or hinge. Soak it in penetrating oil it may break loose. Looks like Eastlake... Sashlock?

 

[NOLA_Ken]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

I dont know exactly what it is but I see a keyhole. The RH stands for "right hand" and LH would stand for "left hand" door or hinge. Soak it in penetrating oil it may break loose.

That's only half of it, there would be another piece that goes with it. The part sticking out from the lever would catch on the other part to latch the window shut. If thats a keyhole, there was probably a piece inside that would catch the rectangular part on the handle that you can see in the pic of the bottom. I'll do some digging and see if I can find a match.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

I dont know exactly what it is but I see a keyhole. The RH stands for "right hand" and LH would stand for "left hand" door or hinge. Soak it in penetrating oil it may break loose.

That's only half of it, there would be another piece that goes with it. The part sticking out from the lever would catch on the other part to latch the window shut. If thats a keyhole, there was probably a piece inside that would catch the rectangular part on the handle that you can see in the pic of the bottom. I'll do some digging and see if I can find a match.

Yes I also think its a sash window lock.

 

[IronSpike]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

I dont know exactly what it is but I see a keyhole. The RH stands for "right hand" and LH would stand for "left hand" door or hinge. Soak it in penetrating oil it may break loose.

That's only half of it, there would be another piece that goes with it. The part sticking out from the lever would catch on the other part to latch the window shut. If thats a keyhole, there was probably a piece inside that would catch the rectangular part on the handle that you can see in the pic of the bottom. I'll do some digging and see if I can find a match.

Could also be from an icebox latch.

http://houseofantiquehardware.com/s...&partner=gpc&gclid=CKSNo9CduakCFYWK4Aodaii4-Q

 

[Breezie]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

Yes, latch. . . .window, Hooiser Cabinet, ice box, etc. Breezie

 

[mrs.oroblanco]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

Cool - yep sash lock!!


http://www.ppcollectiblesandantiques.com/servlet/the-1800/Antique-Victorian-Window-Sash/Detail


Beth

 

[gtoast99]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

Thanks for the awesome ID!!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: OK, somebody's gotta know what this is...

Thanks for the awesome ID!!

Great ID Ironspike.
Ice box latch seems to fit best.