I much prefer the sleeker lines of the second option. That one seems to be proportioned better. Pretty door.

Opt 2

2.

#1 looks like what you find in commercial buildings.

What brand is this door handle?

number two :)

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Option 1 is a Schlage door handle and #2 is Baldwin. I like #2 best too, but it's twice as expensive. Just wondering what others thought if it's their fav too - maybe worth the cost

Get the Baldwin, they're much better made and you will notice the difference in a couple of years.

I posted a closeup of the first one so you can see that one better.

Ok what about this Schlage which is what I just put in my new build? I love it and it feels good too.

I like that one, just would rather have the more traditional handle with that square rosette. Wish it was offered - I guess that's the more modern twist. Is your home more modern in style? Perhaps I'm over thinking this!

# 2 !

It’s pretty unanimous.

My house is craftsman in style and I got that with the ORB finish because of that.

Number 1, it looks nice and it’s cheaper.

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I prefer 2.

Now that I scroll up it looks like most people do.

Number 2

I like 2 but could live with 1. The escutcheon is smaller on 2, that is why I prefer it over 1. But IRL it may not be as noticeable.

My favorite door knob is from the Guardian Building in downtown Detroit (originally the Union Trust Building, hence the stylized UT).

I lean towards the second.

Thank you, Mark. I am humbled...

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What about going with one from the new Schlage Custom line? We got samples to test and found them a nice compromise between the regular Schlage and more expensive options like Baldwin and Emtek. Also, rosette and handle styles are mix and match, so you can put together the option that suits you best.

Of your original two options I like 2 best.

$50 in this config satin nickel

I didn’t know there was such an option with Schlatter. Will look into it. Thanks!

I like Dan's suggestion. I think it would feel substantial in the hand. (Important!)

The 'bend' at the end of the grip on #1 would bother me.

Our Baldwin hardware is as perfect today as it was when it was installed 17 years ago.

The second one seems much more suited to the simple style of a shaker door. The first is a bit busy and heavy looking for my own taste.

I’m the dissenter. I like number 1. It’s more graceful looking and would be more comfortable to use.

Regarding the Schlage, it appears the name custom means nothing because the Latitude handle that I have is listed in both their "custom" line and their regular line.

Oh and looking again, it appears I got the aged bronze finish, not the ORB.

Another vote for 2.

Carole, how many handles do you need for your condo?

cpartist - from what I can tell, I think it has to do with the locking mechanism on doors that lock. Instead of being in the knob it's via a mechanism on the rosette. We liked that it gave the lever a cleaner look in the Latitude. I looks like there are also some lever styles that are unique to each line (like the Dempsey linked above, which is only in the Custom).

Actually, the Baldwin handle which everyone seems to prefer - I'm showing the backside. The front only has a button under the handle for locking no screws so it is even more sleek.

Becky, we need 5 privacy, 3 passage & 1 R and 1 L Dummy. Actually, one passage is for a hall linen closet...I don't need both sides, is there an option for just one handle on the outside that actually turns? The Dummys are for my laundry double door closet. They'll just pull out.

CaroleOH, I hope you have been able to make a decision and are happy with it.

I ran across this post as I was searching for "Schlage Lattitude Collins" as those are the interior door levers I am interested in. In searching it seems there is not great deal on price on this particular style. Amazon & Home Depot are the lowest price I can find and the same at that. cpartist may I ask where you purchased yours?

Keep in mind that Shaker style was/is extremely simple, functional and unadorned. Not at all what your first hardware illustration is about.

The second, simple lever is much closer to the simple, functional and unadorned aesthetic.

I ended up with the Baldwin Federal and they look beautiful! Very solid and they do compliment the shaker door very well. I ordered the Schlage handles thru Amazon and the Baldwin thru Build.com. I would check both these sites.

Carole - I am looking at the same Baldwin handles you chose. Have they held up well ?

I like #1. It has a little more substance to it.

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Number 1 , I like the handle shape, adds little extra character.

There aren't many available but I like to use levers with returns.

Not sure if this one is the same as the first one posted by the OP.