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Offset exterior doorknob?

last year

Hi,
We have an original MCM door that has a doorknob that is not flush with the edge of door. It's offset. We're having problems with the original knob and would like to replace, if possible.
1) Does anyone know what it's called?
2) Anyone know where we can replace?

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Jennifer H
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last year
millworkman
last year
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I would reach out to a local locksmith. It is wonky lockset but the only real difference is a very deep backset.
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woodbutcher_ca
last year
Hi, Looks like the dead bolt is 2 3/8 or 2 3/4 back set. The lock you have a problem with is most likely 5 inch back set. Take the lock and the latch off and go to a lock smith and get a new lock. May I suggest you get the brand of the dead bolt and take that key with you and have the lock smith rekey the new lock to fit the dead bolt key. That way you will only need one key to open both locks. The new lock will have to be the same brand as the dead bolt.

Good Luck Woodbutcher
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