Patent ID: 6302453
Filing Date: 2001-10-16
Classification: E05C,Y10T

Abstract:
A handle and latch assembly, comprising:a latch housing;a latch bolt movably contained at least in part within said latch housing movable between a first latch bolt position and a second latch bolt position;a biasing means for urging the latch bolt towards said first latch bolt position;a first handle connected to said latch housing; andat least one engagement pin mounted to said latch bolt for engagement with at least said first handle;wherein said first handle comprises a first camming surface for engaging said at least one engagement pin;wherein said latch housing further comprises at least one slot capable of allowing said at least one engagement pin to pass therethrough; andwherein said at least one engagement pin extends beyond said latch housing such that said first camming surface engages said at least one engagement pin outside of said latch housing.