Military/airline style latches?

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I'm looking a type of latch that I can only describe as "military" or "airliner" style. They're the latches with a butterfly-shaped handle that turns 90 degrees, drawing the latch closed, then the handle flips down flat. They're commonly used on military equipment boxes, and airline rated containers for electronics. Anyone have a proper name for these?

I'm planning to use them for camp boxes. I have a couple salvaged from a shipping container, but I'd like a dozen more.

I've checked Woodcraft, Rockler, Lee Valley, etc., but I haven't found what I'm looking for. (That doesn't mean they don't have it, just that I haven't found it.)

I'd appreciate any leads.

Kevin

Jane & David · Accepted Answer

Kevin,Someone found those exact latches for me at Wink's Hardware in Portland.They are legendary around here for having hard to find hardware. I don'tknow if they do mail order, or if they have a web site; but with a bitof searching you should be able to contact them.David

Andy · Answer

I have seen those clamps , they are called "recessed closures"

Andy · Answer

Check this link see if it is what you are looking for

Todd Stock · Answer

If you are in the DC area, I have a box of latches and mounts taking upspace in the shop - these are identical to the Anvil box hardware.Kev

James · Answer

they are commonly used for road cases for music / theater/stageproductions.  Most larger online music/instrument supplies retailershave them.  They are supplies for building your own roadcase.  Theyshould have handles, latches and protective corners.  All that stuff.

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