Lion Head Door Knocker 178mm Rustic Black Antique

7" Inch Reproduction Antique Black Lion Head Door Knocker

This premium UK quality traditional antique reproduction hand forged lion head door knocker from the Tudor collection in a superior UV protected antique black finish is hand crafted from malleable iron with a zinc phosphate treatment for additional rust and corrosion resistance that makes this door knocker ideal for coastal areas, and the perfect choice for cottage style and period properties.

This reproduction antique door knocker features a 114mm high by 95mm wide lion head, with a 105mm diameter round knocker with a 39mm projection from the door face. The knocker strike plate rose is 46mm in diameter and features a integrated pin to prevent rotation for a more secure operation. The lion head bolt through fixing centres are 93mm, the striker plate fixing centre is an additional 50mm (+/-6mm). The three M6 threaded fixing bolts & nuts are suitable for doors up to 54mm thick (may require cutting down for thinner doors or concealed fitting).

The lion has been a symbol of Great Britain for centuries and thought to signify strength, pride, protection, and power. Popular in the early 19th Century The lion head door knocker with its mouth gripping the ring was to act as a guardian to the home. We supply this lion head door knocker in single units complete with all fixtures and fittings.

PRO TIPS:
• For the best aesthetics counterbore the rear bolt fixings below the door surface and refill the hole.
  The anti rotation pin may require seating by drilling a pilot hole in order to get the strike plate flush to the door face.
  When fitting to timber doors, make sure any bare wood exposed by cutting or machining is properly sealed with high quality solvent based paint or wood-stain to prevent any moisture ingress that may lead to further issues.