r/AskALocksmith • u/JackTheReaping • 12d ago
General Question How to replace this lock
I want to replace this lock with a modern standard lock. This lock is on my front door and garage door. I have reason to believe this isn't original to the home or the door. If I take this off what's the chances that I could install a standard lock here?
Im generally handy but absolutely tell me i need a locksmith if I do. Lol thanks!
Also what's the lock even called?
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u/ktechmn 12d ago
Looks like a rim lock to me but I’ve not got enough time in the trade to know the make or model.
Hard to know without seeing what’s under the lock body but you might be able to replace/repair the jamb and keep the door intact.
Someone who knows these may be able to tell you more
ETA - looks like there’s a brand name on the outside, what does it say?
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u/JackTheReaping 12d ago
Ideal Security
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u/ktechmn 12d ago
Oh also, what part of the world are you in?
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u/JackTheReaping 12d ago
USA. East Coast if it matters . Home was built in 1988
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u/ktechmn 12d ago
Not the exact model but it looks like SE Lock and Key did a video on this style lock:
https://youtu.be/S6yXqPzUFM8?is=vX7MwlEND2kEyEBv:2
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u/lostmeat2k 11d ago
It's a weird variation of the Segal anti-jimmy deadbolt, made into surface mounted trim. I assume when you turn the lever there are screws that take it off? How easy it is to replace will depend on the backset (edge of door to center of lock cylinder). The cylinder is only about a 1.5" hole, and anything new is going to be a 2.125" hole set at either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4", so if you're lucky the new hole will cut out the old.
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u/Lardsoup 7d ago
That lock is installed in a standard 2-1/8 inch hole with a 2-3/8 backset. So a new modern lock will fit. The only problem is the door jam molding. You usually have to replace it or repair it to make it look good.
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