CRANACH Door Latch, 4-Inch Hook

Homeowners adding a simple manual latch to a shed, gate, cabinet, or sliding door may find this two-pack useful for smaller access points where a hook-and-eye closure is enough. The CRANACH latch is made from stainless steel 304 and has a black powder-coated finish, its hook is 4 inches long.

It’s a straightforward alternative to a keyed lock when the goal is to keep a door or window closed without carrying a key. The tradeoff is that a hook latch offers a simple physical closure, not controlled access.

Key specifications

Each latch has a stated overall size of 4.7 × 1.5 × 0.8 inches, with a 4-inch hook. The listing describes the material as solid stainless steel 304 and the finish as rust-resistant black powder coating. It also says the latch was tested more than 500,000 times, according to the maker, that claim is not a substitute for details about installation or load capacity, which aren’t provided here.

The hook and eye are designed to align, and the hook’s shape is intended to resist slipping free when force is applied to the door. It opens manually, so there’s no key to find when you need to release it. For a clean fit, the two mounting points need to line up on the surfaces you’re fastening together. The listing doesn’t specify what mounting hardware is included.

Who it’s for

This latch suits someone securing a wooden fence, shed door, cabinet, shutter, window, or similar hinged surface with a compact, easy-to-operate closure. It may also work for a barn-style sliding door if the latch can be mounted in a position where the hook and eye meet. Picture closing a shed after putting tools away: the hook drops into the eye, and you can see at a glance whether the door is latched.

It makes sense if you want a basic manual closure for privacy or to keep a door from swinging open. Not the best choice if the opening needs a keyed lock or a documented level of security, neither is specified for this product. The listing names outdoor uses and claims resistance to rust, but it doesn’t give maintenance guidance or a rating for exposure to weather.

Included in the package

The product name identifies a two-pack of 4-inch hook-and-eye latches. The provided information doesn’t list screws or other mounting hardware, so plan to confirm what you’ll need for your particular door or frame before starting installation. Matching the fasteners to the mounting surface matters, especially if the latch is going on a gate or shed that gets frequent use.

Questions before you buy

Is the hook 4 inches long? Yes. The listing gives the hook length as 4 inches and the full latch dimensions as 4.7 × 1.5 × 0.8 inches.

Does it use a key? No key mechanism is described. It’s a manually operated hook latch that you engage and release by hand.

Can it be used outside? The listing names gates, fences, and sheds as possible uses and describes the finish as rust-resistant. It doesn’t provide a weather-exposure rating, so consider the conditions at the installation spot.

Final verdict

This CRANACH two-pack is a practical fit for everyday closures where a visible, hand-operated hook is all you need, and the 4-inch hook gives you a clear sizing reference before purchase. Choose a different type of lock for an opening that needs a key or stated security performance. Also account for the mounting surface and any hardware you may need, since those details aren’t included in the product information.