Display rack for locksets

Abstract

A display and demonstrator rack for .[.cylindrical.]. locksets of the type used on entryway doors. The rack supports a number of unpackaged, sample locksets in a manner that permits turning of the knobs to operate the knob spindle for retraction of the latchbolt as well as operation of a key or button lock mechanism when provided. The rack also includes means for securing each lockset in place to discourage removal and pilferage.

I claim: 
     
       1. In combination, a .[.cylindrical.]. lockset comprising a latch bolt assembly including a housing with an integral plate, and a knob and spindle assembly interconnectable with said latch bolt assembly; and a display and demonstrator rack comprising an upright frame, a plurality of vertically spaced supporting brackets extending outwardly from said frame and adapted to support in operable condition, said knob and spindle assembly, and a plurality of lockset retaining means, one being anchored to the outer portion of each of said brackets, each retaining means defining with its respective bracket an opening adapted to receive therethrough, said latch bolt housing and to retain said latch bolt plate on the outer side thereof, whereby said lockset is supported in operable condition for the purpose of demonstration, and secured against casual removal, on said rack. 
     
     
       2. A combination as defined in claim 1 wherein said rack includes three of said brackets. 
     
     
       3. A combination as defined in claim 1 including means integral with said upright frame for hanging said rack on a vertical pegboard panel. 
     
     
       4. A combination as defined in claim 1 wherein said rack is formed of lengths of round steel rod bent to shape and welded together. 
     
     
       5. A combination as defined in claim 4 wherein said brackets are of a generally U-shaped configuration. 
     
     
       6. A combination as defined in claim 1 wherein said retaining means comprises an upright loop of metal rod having its legs secured to the outer end of said bracket. 
     
     
       7. A combination as defined in claim 1 wherein said brackets are in planes parallel to one another and having a downward slope toward said upright frame.