Cold, heavy steel
You feel the mass every time you open the door.
Decorative working slide bolt - Handmade in Tennessee
A working door bolt people stop to touch.
Flintlock is a heavy, surface-mounted door bolt for the door, gate, cabinet, or hidden room you want people to remember.
It mounts on the face of a wood door like a normal slide bolt. You grab the walnut handle, slide the steel bolt into the receiver, and the door stays held. It is not your main lock. It is the detail that makes the door feel finished.
What it is
A working decorative slide bolt
Where it goes
Wood doors, gates, barns, cabinets
Why buy it
It makes the door worth noticing
$299.95
- Surface-mounted working door bolt
- Built for doors, gates, cabinets, and hidden rooms
- Heavy steel body with walnut and brass details
- Includes receiver hardware, mounting screws, template, and instructions
This is not a replacement for your deadbolt. It is a working statement bolt for the door, gate, cabinet, or room where ordinary hardware would feel too cheap.
What it is
A working surface-mounted slide bolt with a flintlock-inspired handle
Where it goes
Barns, cabins, gates, workshops, bookcase doors, and hidden rooms
How it installs
Surface mounted with included hardware and install template
Made in USA
Handmade in Tennessee, USA
Buy it for the right door.
Flintlock is not meant to disappear. It belongs where the hardware is part of the experience: the barn door people open, the gate guests walk through, the cabinet hiding the good stuff, or the room that deserves a better first touch.
Yes, use it here
Barns, cabins, gates, workshops, wine rooms, bookcase doors, speakeasy doors, cabinets, and statement entries.
Do not use it as
Your main keyed lock, your deadbolt replacement, or invisible builder-grade hardware.
You need
A flat mounting area, a solid catch point, and enough room for the bolt body and slide travel.
You get
A real moving bolt, real weight in the hand, and a door detail people remember after they leave.
The door becomes the moment.
Reach for the grip.
Slide the steel bolt.
Hear the click.
Open the door.
It takes one second.
That is why people remember it.
Most doors are forgettable.
People spend thousands on wood, stone, lighting, landscaping, ironwork, and finish details. Then the first thing every guest touches is a hardware-store latch. Flintlock fixes the weak point. It makes the first touch feel as intentional as the rest of the space.
The bolt is not the whole door. It is the part people reach for.
- Makes the entrance feel finished
- Gives guests something to notice
- Adds mechanical movement, not just decoration
- Turns a plain latch point into a story
Use it where ordinary hardware feels too plain.
Most slide bolts are there to disappear. Flintlock is for the door people walk up to first: the barn door, cabin gate, shop entrance, speakeasy door, bookcase door, or private room that deserves a better detail.
Before
A plain latch does the job, but nobody notices it and nobody remembers it.
After
The same door feels heavier, older, more intentional, and more personal.
The point
You are not buying a latch because the old one broke. You are finishing a door that deserves better hardware.
How it works
It works like a slide bolt. It feels like a small ritual.
Grab the handle
The walnut grip gives your hand a clear place to pull and slide.
Slide the bolt
Steel slides cleanly and lands with a satisfying click.
Catch the receiver
The bolt lands into the receiver hardware so the door or gate stays held.
Real materials. Real movement. Not a decorative prop.
The value is in the weight, finish, and feel. Flintlock is built by hand as working hardware, so the part people see is also the part they use.
Walnut and brass
Warm details against a dark steel body.
Built to be touched
A working piece of hardware people actually stop to try.
Made to order
Each bolt is built, finished, assembled, and checked before shipment.
Hardware included
Receiver, mounting screws, install template, and instructions are included.
Real mechanism
It slides, catches, and holds like working hardware should.
Human help
Send us a door photo before ordering if you are unsure about fit.
Why it costs more than a normal latch.
This is not stamped sheet metal. It is not pot metal. It is not a decorative casting pretending to be hardware. Flintlock is a working steel mechanism built to be touched thousands of times, talked about by guests, and left on the door long after cheaper latches have been replaced.
Steel body
Cold, heavy steel with the weight people expect when they reach for something substantial.
Sliding mechanism
A real slide-bolt action made to move, catch, and hold instead of just looking the part.
Finish work
Walnut, brass, and hand-finished patina details make it feel like architectural hardware, not a novelty piece.
Made to order
Built by hand in Tennessee and shipped in 6-8 weeks with mounting hardware and instructions.
Will it work on your door?
This is the buying question. Flintlock is a surface-mounted slide bolt. It works best when you have a flat place to mount the body and a solid place for the bolt to catch.
Yes, if you have a flat mounting area, a catch point, and enough room for the body and bolt travel.
- Barn doors
- Gates
- Workshops
- Garages
- Garden sheds
- Speakeasy doors
- Interior accent doors
- Cabinets and hidden rooms
The quick answer
If a normal surface slide bolt would work there, Flintlock usually can too. The difference is the size, weight, material, and visual presence.
Body area
12.5 in L x 4.25 in H x 2.25 in projection
Catch point
A post, jamb, frame, or receiver area for the bolt.
Door type
Wood doors, gates, cabinets, bookcases, and barn doors.
1. Position
Use the template to place the bolt and receiver.
2. Fasten
Surface mount with the included hardware.
3. Use it
Slide the bolt and check the catch.
Best fit
Barns, cabins, workshops, wine cellars, bookcase doors, gates, and doors people will actually walk up to and touch.
Install style
Surface mounted with included wood screws, install template, receiver hardware, and instructions. No mortising required. Most installs are straightforward for anyone comfortable using a drill.
What it feels like
Cold steel in the hand. A real slide. A brass click. It is meant to be used, not just looked at.
Not for
Not a keyed lock, deadbolt, or primary exterior security lock. Use it as statement hardware and a working hold/catch, not your only security hardware.
See the parts before you pick the door.
Close-up photos should answer what words cannot: how big it feels, how it mounts, and whether it looks substantial enough for your space.
Cheap latches look cheap fast.
Most hardware fails the moment someone touches it. It is too light, too thin, too shiny, or too forgettable. Flintlock was built to pass the hand test first.
Weight you can feel
The steel body gives the bolt the cold, solid feel people expect from serious hardware.
Real moving parts
The value is in the action. Grab it, slide it, hear it catch, and the door feels different.
Built one at a time
Each order is fabricated, finished, assembled, packed, and shipped from our Tennessee shop.
Best for doors people actually notice.
This is not for every door in the house. It is for people who believe details matter. People who would rather buy one great piece than replace three cheap ones. People who want the entrance to feel like it belongs to them.
Barns and cabins
Adds a heritage detail to wood doors, tack rooms, shops, and cabin entries.
Hidden rooms
Turns a secret door, bookcase, or wine cellar entrance into a deliberate moment.
Hospitality doors
A strong fit for distilleries, breweries, speakeasies, restaurants, and boutique stays.
Know this before you order.
| Product | Flintlock Door Bolt |
|---|---|
| Included | Bolt, mounting screws, install template, instructions, and receiver hardware |
| Dimensions | 12.5 in L x 4.25 in H x 2.25 in projection |
| Weight | Approx. 3-5 lb |
| Construction | Cold heavy steel, walnut grip, brass accents, and a real sliding mechanism |
| Finish options | Matte black, raw steel, antique iron, aged bronze, dark steel, and weathered patina finish options |
| Mounting | Surface mounted. Suitable for wood doors, barn doors, gates, cabinets, hidden doors, speakeasy doors, and workshop doors. |
| Install difficulty | Surface-mounted installation. No mortising required. A drill, measuring tape, pencil, and level are typically enough for most wood-door installs. |
| Security use | Working slide-bolt hardware, not a keyed lock or replacement for your main deadbolt. |
| Outdoor use | Designed for indoor, covered outdoor, and exterior gate applications with weather-resistant finishes. |
| Made in | Handmade in Tennessee, USA |
| Lead time | Made to order. Ships in 6-8 weeks. |
| Damage policy | If your order arrives damaged, contact us with photos and we will make it right with a replacement or resolution. |
Questions that should be answered before checkout.
Is this a lock?
No. Flintlock Door Bolt is working slide-bolt hardware. It is not a keyed security lock and should not replace your main deadbolt.
Is it decorative or functional?
Both. It is built as a real surface-mounted slide bolt, but the reason people buy it is the feel, look, and reaction it creates.
Is it just a prop?
No. It is architectural hardware inspired by early American flintlock form language. It is sold as a door bolt, gate bolt, and working statement hardware.
Where can I mount it?
It is designed for surface mounting on wood doors, barn doors, gates, cabinets, secret doors, workshops, and similar applications where the bolt has a solid catch point.
Can I install it myself?
Yes, if you are comfortable measuring, marking, and using a drill. The bolt surface mounts with included hardware, receiver hardware, an install template, and instructions.
What tools do I need?
Most installs require a drill, measuring tape, pencil, and level. Your door material may require different bits or anchors.
Can it install left or right handed?
In most surface-mounted applications, yes. Confirm that the body has room to mount and the bolt can slide into a solid receiver point.
Can it be used outside?
Yes, it is designed for indoor, covered outdoor, and exterior gate applications. Like any hand-finished metal hardware, finish character may change with weather and use.
Will it rust?
Finish behavior depends on the finish selected and the environment. Outdoor exposure can change the surface character over time. That is part of the hand-finished hardware look.
Does it come with mounting hardware?
Yes. Your order includes the bolt, mounting screws, install template, instructions, and receiver hardware unless your selected option states otherwise.
How heavy is it?
Approx. 3-5 lb. Exact weight may vary slightly by finish and option.
Can children operate it?
It works like a slide bolt. Whether a child can operate it depends on where it is mounted, the height, and the door setup.
Can I paint it?
You can modify metal hardware after purchase, but painting or refinishing may affect the look, movement, finish, and return eligibility.
How long does it take to ship?
Made to order. Ships in 6-8 weeks. Each piece is individually fabricated, finished, and assembled.
What if I am unsure it will fit?
Send us a straight-on photo of your door or gate before ordering. We can help you think through the mounting area and catch point.
We were not trying to make another latch.
We wanted to make the one detail people could not stop touching. Every Flintlock is built from real steel in our Tennessee shop because the smallest details often become the most memorable ones.
Ask before you order.
A piece of hardware at this price should not leave you guessing. Send a photo of your door, gate, cabinet, or opening and we can help you think through fit before you buy.
Call or text
(615) 810-4910
What to send
A straight-on photo of the door plus the rough width of the mounting area.
Response time
We usually reply within 1 business day.
Make the door worth reaching for.
The first thing people notice about your door should not be the paint. It should be the piece they reach for, slide open, and tell somebody else to try.