(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best gate hardware

If you absolutely must have a gate for the time being and you aren't too fussy about it, you can just build a new gate with a couple treated 2x4s, some treated pickets, and a gate kit.

Hang it from the house side (the hinges on these kits are nice and skinny), and stick a temporary post in place of the old one with one of these, and affix it to the existing fence.

Though you might not be able to get the spike in if the roots are in the way.

You in the states?

https://www.homedepot.com/b/Hardware-Gate-Hardware/Gate-Latch-Slide-Bolt/N-5yc1vZc2f1Z1z0xd80

https://www.amazon.com/Alise-10-Inch-Padlock-Stainless-MS9200/dp/B074WNT3HT

Edit: those would be for interior. For exterior you’d want something like https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-in-Zinc-Plated-Double-Hinge-Safety-Hasp-15128/202033920

That is called a drop bar latch, and they usually come with a knob to shift the drop bar - rather than the lever. The pic you reference looks rough forged by hand.


Here is one with a different handle design: https://doorhardwareusa.com/cart/pf/photopop.php?p=40040#

This one has a smaller knob instead of a lever/handle: Iron Valley - 7.5" Gate Drop Bar w/Knob (Lever Latch) - Solid Cast Iron https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011DBSU9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_a553CbHN9QRZ7

This Etsy shop hand forges: http://etsy.me/2eOiSQ8 and that design is interesting...

Yeah I installed one of these on the inside

https://www.amazon.com/Thicken-Stainless-Security-Privacy-Bathroom/dp/B07Q43HC1D/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=hook+lock&qid=1562267978&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Also, looks like the whole kit is here -
http://www.amazon.com/Wood-Fence-Hardware-Single-Hinges/dp/B00ADXPBKI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398573418

Looks like one of these.

And do yourself a favor and get one of these instead. Then you can run a small string over the top through a couple of eyelet screws and leave a pull string on the other side so your gardener can get in.

How about getting something like this, but instead of using the bar provided, just catch the fence wire in the latch?

On older doors, there is no 'hinge-side'. The hinge is between the door frame and the door, not on one side of it. This lets the door swing both ways on the same hinge, something like this.

Newer two-way hinges would look something like this, in which case both sides of the door would be a hinge-side (visible round part of hinge), but will open regardless if its pushed or pulled (though with a two way hinge, there's rarely a bar or handle to pull the door open with).

 

Edit: Video showing the install of a modern 2way hinge

WALL PLATE HINGE, Chain Link Fence Gate Hinge, wall mount hinge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EKNTEG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UqhZCbG8K1NAZ

Use with regular chain link hinges. Protip: install the top plate upside down so people can't just lift the gate off its hinges.

Self-locking gate latch -- This amazon link even shows where the spring goes https://www.amazon.com/Self-Locking-Automatic-Gravity-Lever-Fence/dp/B07F8LRVB7

ALEKO® AC1400 Electric Sliding Gate Opener for Sliding Gates Up to 40-Feet Long and 1400-Pounds https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Z8JBFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_ZKXGwbXWNZBYK

Do it yourself.

Take a look at the iSmartGate: https://www.amazon.com/ISMARTGATE-Gogogate2-Compatible-Controller-Smartphone/dp/B07Q2CTKCY/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=ismartgate&qid=1569363337&sr=8-9

https://www.amazon.com/Action-Suitable-Display-Stand-Gundam/dp/B06WGNBXPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487015191&sr=8-1&keywords=9.3cm7.3cm+Easily+Replace+Transparent
recently looked for some of these and found this, maybe someone else has a link to somewhere cheaper

I’d use this type of hinge. Specifically made for this application.

Have you looked into solar?

Mighty Mule EZGO-SOLAR Gate Opener Solar Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GWFT2AQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FOJEAbXVETYT1

Or a two-dollar hook/eye lock.

Seriously? Where does anyone get anything: https://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-Metal-Style-Handle-Bronze/dp/B00EDLVD8A But as noted, styling. And you can use them as handles if you choose.

You’ll need to install a piece of wood, attached to the wall on the left, from the floor to underneath the trim, which may be installed perpendicular to the resting door, hallway and opening, onto which you will install an 8 foot tall door with self closing hinges. You can use a faux door knob or a pull to open it. No locking mechanism to buy or bother. The door will cover the entire opening or entrance, and will come to rest against the wall or piece of trim on the right hand side, again, from floor to ceiling.

1--http://www.doorclearancecenter.com/8-foot-doors/door-interior-assortment-8.html

2--https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Spring-Hinges-Square-Stainless/dp/B00IC82PIM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1475100316&sr=8-2&keywords=stainless+self+closing+hinge

3--https://www.amazon.com/Rustic-Cast-Iron-Gate-Handle/dp/B01KKVBO4O/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1475100344&sr=8-12&keywords=antique+door+pull

We had this problem and a toddler as well. We went a lazier route—because, you know, who has tine for anything with a toddler? Nesha Antique Style Cabin Door... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BY0ZSCO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf