Homemade Lock For Storage Building

Homemade Lock For Storage Building BUILDINGS Miscellaneous 30-6-41 Some time ago, I purchased a storage building. I found that the key I was given would not lock the large sliding double door. Rather than replace the lock, I decided to make my own lock. I simply installed a large hook and eye with a pivoting piece of wood above it that holds the hook in place. No one can shake it loose by rattling the door, and I can release the hook easily by pivoting the wood to the side. (Allen Beiler, New Holland, Penn.)

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