The loop probably looks something like this


the Key will look like these https://www.trackofthewolf.com/list/Item.aspx/964/3, either with or without the slot for capture. I would be surprised if yours was NOT captured.

If the key needs a little persuasion after the tip gets below the surface of the escutcheon, use something like a wooden popsicle stick to insert in the slot and tap it out.

Last edited by BrentD; 11/02/20 02:24 PM.
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