Vintage Steel Strike Plate – 3 ⅞" L x 1 ¼" W (Stamped 1456 RH)

Description :
This is a vintage steel strike plate measuring 3 ⅞ inches long by 1 ¼ inches wide. It features a rectangular mortise cutout with two countersunk screw holes. The back is stamped “1456 RH”, identifying the model and indicating it was designed for a right-hand door latch. The strike plate has a silver-toned finish, now showing wear, scratches, and traces of old paint, with some bending visible from long use. Despite this, it remains solid and functional. A durable piece of mid-20th-century architectural hardware, ideal for door restoration, period-appropriate replacements, or salvage projects.

Era: Mid-20th century. Style Functional / utilitarian hardware.

Technique: Pressed steel with machine-cut mortise.

Tools Used: Stamp press, drill press, countersink bit.

History: Stamped model numbers like 1456 RH were commonly used by major lock and hardware makers (Stanley, Corbin, Yale) for standardized latch strike designs.

Manufacturer / Maker: Unknown (possibly Stanley, Yale, or Corbin). Marked “1456 RH.”

Measurements: 3 ⅞" L × 1 ¼" W 

Suggested Weight ~0.25 lbs.

Item Number : P14321

Category : Hardware

Brand : UK