Morticed Field Gate Latch Set for Field Gates

• Suitable for use with 5 bar style field gates hanging between posts.
• Allows gate to open both ways.

This catch is comparatively easy to fit, provided there is a gap of 40 to 50mm between the closing gate stile and the shutting post. There is a small amount of leeway as the latch striker can be shortened, or the latch plate can be shimmed out further if required.
A slot approximately 60mm long x 8 mm wide needs to be cut in the centre of the hanging stile between the fourth and fifth horizontal bars (rails) for the latch striker. This is achieved by drilling a series of 8mm holes and cleaning out the slot with a sharp chisel.
The latch plate should be screwed onto the shutting post in the centre at a height that allows the latch striker to easily ride up the curve and drop into the central slot from both directions.

Please note:

The slot must be correctly positioned. Check carefully before drilling.

Gates cannot normally be returned once drilled or marked in any way.

Oil the pivot bolt regularly.