Self-Locking vs Gravity Gate Latch: Which Is Best for Your Fence?

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Self-locking Padlock-ready
Self Locking Automatic Gravity Lever Fence Gate Latch, Steel, Black
Self Locking Automatic Gravity Lever Fence Gate Latch, Steel, Black
Alloy steel • powder-coated black • lever auto-gravity
Compatibility
Wood • Metal • Wrought iron • Vinyl/PVC
Included
Latch + 6 mounting screws
Security
Accepts standard padlock (not included)
Approx. size
Lever ~4–4⅛″
Price range
~$7–$10
Thumb latch + handle Padlock-ready
SANKINS Thumb Gate Latch Hardware Kit with Handle
Thumb Gate Latch Hardware • Self-Locking Kit with Handle (SANKINS)
Thickened steel • black powder coat • zinc-plated resistance
Compatibility
Wood • Vinyl • Metal • Left/Right • In/Out swing • up to ~3″ thick
Included
Thumb latch kit • Decorative handle • 12 screws • Instructions
Operation
Thumb press; self-latching release
Identifiers
ASIN: B09XTM63N4 • Unit count: 1
Price range
~$20–$25 (kit)
Auto-gravity Padlock-ready
Compatibility
Wood • PVC/Vinyl • Metal
Included
Mounting hardware (per listing)
Operation
Self-locking gravity lever
Price range
~$8–$12
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