Hand Forged Door/Gate Latch 8″- Beeswax Finish

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Hand Forged Door/Gate Latch 8″- Beeswax Finish

This beeswax finish, hand forged door/gate latch provides a practical and authentic solution for doors and gates with single side access. Blacksmiths heat mild steel in fire, hammer it on an anvil, and carefully shape each piece by hand. This traditional process produces strong fittings with subtle forging marks that highlight genuine craftsmanship. Applied while the metal remains warm, the beeswax finish forms a protective coating, preserving the natural steel colour. The result is a surface with a rich, soft, and matte texture that deepens the aged look.

Wrought iron door furniture has a long history in Britain, dating back to medieval times. Blacksmiths supplied households with beeswax finish, hand forged ironwork, creating hinges, bolts, and latches to secure timber doors and gates. These pieces needed to be durable, functional, and suited to daily use. Decorative details such as penny ends often featured, providing both strength and a subtle flourish. Over centuries, designs like these became firmly associated with rustic homes, farm buildings, and country estates.

A beeswax finish, hand forged door/gate latch with a penny end pivot and simple peg lift reflects this tradition. The peg lift mechanism allows straightforward operation, making it perfect for internal doors or gates where only single-sided access is required. These latches also pair well with beeswax finish T hinges, ensuring the entire fitting achieves a consistent rustic style.

New Old Stock

Although these latches are not reclaimed, they have spent many years in storage. This has given the iron a naturally aged surface, further emphasised by the beeswax finish. Each hand forged door/gate latch therefore offers the appearance of historic ironwork while retaining full strength and practicality.

Their design suits cottages, farmhouses, barns, and heritage-inspired newbuilds, where authentic details are essential. Because they feature the classic penny end pivot, they look equally appropriate in restorations and traditional-style projects.

By choosing a hand forged door/gate latch, you bring strength, authenticity, and period character to your property. Each latch showcases the enduring skills of blacksmiths and provides a reliable, rustic solution for single-side doors or gates.