AboutJames Expertise I am knowledgeable in almost every area of Locksmithing. This includes locks, keys, lost keys, residential and commercial lockouts, rekeying, masterkeying, high security locks, access control, electric locks, security cameras and home safety. I have been running an online business since 2004 where I sell all types of lock and security hardware to everyone from apartment renters to business owners to the US government. Before that I started a locksmith service in 1999. I deal with many types of security equipment including high security safe locks, heavy duty padlocks, exit devices, biometric readers, electric strikes, magnetic locks, full surface hinges and I only sell what I personally stand behind 100%. The online business has given me a more in-depth look at the locksmithing industry, helping me to learn more about each and every product that I offer, as well as products I don't have but end up finding for customers to solve any issues they have with security or door hardware.
Please don't submit any automotive or safe questions as these aren't areas that I can help in.
Experience I have been Locksmithing since 1999 and own my own Locksmithing business. I have many years of hands-on experience through the many services I have performed for my customers. I've run my business the way I wanted, treating everyone as I would like to be treated and knowing that any customer could be my last if I didn't perform my locksmithing duties as I had promised.
Organizations Montana Locksmith Association
Education/Credentials I have a diploma in Masterkeying, Advanced Locksmithing & Locksmithing from Foley-Belsaw.
Past/Present Clients US government, colleges, schools, city and state governments, large and small corporations, home owners.
Question Hello,
I have an interior door in my office that has a corbin lockset on it and I want to remove it in order to repair it. When you turn the knob, the bolt? does not move with it. In an attempt to remove the knob, I have unscrewed the two faceplates to reveal the inside of the knob. I have searched the thing through and through and cannot find a means of removing the knob and spindle. It looks like a standard key-entry lockset, but surely it doesn't need to be so difficult! Thanks for your time.
James
Answer Hello James,
Some of those are tubular locksets which means the lock body hooks onto the latch instead of going through the latch mechanism as most locks do. Sometimes they get disconnected which could be the cause.
If you removed the inside trim piece you should see the knob housing inside the door where it connects to the latch mechanism. The slot for that should be facing you which will allow you to slide the outside assembly off. It may have been installed into the hole that is a bit too small so it may be tight.
If you can attach a photo or two it may help.
Corbin may also be able to assist you: 1-800-543-3658.
