Ball Catches

High quality, spring loaded catches. Machined brass casing and receptacle, stainless steel ball, and a copper spring mean no corrosion even in marine environments. Each ridge in the case is slightly larger than the ridge below so that a snug press fit can be achieved.

Curious about installation? We have some instructions on making a jig here.

Once installed, our ball catches are a joy to use. To install, carefully establish the depth you need. These catches will press fit snugly into the hole. The size of the drill bit is debatable. Some people use spade or forstner bits, while others have better luck with regular drill bits. Hardwoods and softwoods respond differently but 7/16" bits work best for most woods. No matter which bit you use, make sure you test on scrap wood before drilling in your final piece. Large doors require two per door, one on the top and one on the bottom; but smaller doors can be aligned with only one.

BC-275 ball catch 
$3.25
7/16" diameter
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Customer Comments and Reviews

Chris EichrodtJuly 30, 2010

Ball Catches

Better alternative to magnets, and old fashioned flippers.

Kirk BrinkerMay 4, 2009

Ball Catches

The quality and function of the ball catch is nothing short of perfect. Thank you!

Gretchen HartzogMarch 23, 2009

Ball Catches

The ball catches are sturdy but gentle and elegant. This is something one doesn't find in hardware on the whole..They are not seen from the exterior and make a nice sound. We are very happy with them and the wonderful people that did our cabinetry and installed the catches....Sheepscot Custom Woodworking

The ball catches are sturdy but gentle and elegant. This is something one doesn't find in hardware on the whole..They are not seen from the exterior and make a nice sound. We are very happy with them … 

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I am Orion Henderson, I joined Horton Brasses in 2001 and am the 4th generation Horton. Hopefully we will get to know each other better over the next couple of decades.

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Horton Brasses produces more than 1,000 different pieces of authentic reproduction furniture and cabinet hardware at our factory in Connecticut. We use brass, iron, and various hardwoods to make knobs, drawer pulls, hinges, shelf pegs, bed bolts, casters, hooks and even clock finials!

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Horton Brasses Inc., 49 Nooks Hill Road, Cromwell CT 06416, 800-754-9127