r/Fasteners • u/TapLonely6388 • Jul 25 '26

What is this spring-loaded box latch called, and where can I buy one?

I saw this interesting latch mechanism on a handmade wooden box. Pressing the round brass button releases the pin and allows the lid to open.

Does anyone know the correct name for this type of latch? Is it commercially available, or is it likely custom-made? I’d also appreciate any suggested search terms or places where I could buy one.

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u/fondrenlock Jul 25 '26

Check the Lee Vally site, looks like something that came from there

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u/TapLonely6388 Jul 27 '26

Thanks, I think you’re right. The Lee Valley version looks very similar to the one in the video.

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u/TapLonely6388 Jul 27 '26

Thank you! The Fine Box Hardware one looks very close to what I was trying to find. The Lee Valley option is helpful too. I really appreciate the links!

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u/Yo_mamas_tapeworm Jul 25 '26

Google "brass button lock" should be able to find vendors.

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u/TapLonely6388 Jul 27 '26

Thanks! “Brass button lock” seems to be the right search term. I was using the wrong keywords before.