David,
Perhaps you purchased your Bargman before they were making them in China!?!
Scott
> Unlike Scott, I've not had a problem with my Bargman L100 replacement
> lock. I replaced the original lock on my 1969 Caravel 10 years ago. The
> only problem that I had with the replacement was finding and shaping
> suitable gasket material. The Bargman fits perfectly into the Caravel's
> door. No alterations were necessary. Cost for the special yoke (tounge)
> was $14, total cost for the yoke and L100 was $80.00. I regularly puff
> powdered graphite into the lock mechanism to keep it working smoothly.
>
> David Sawicki
> 1969 Caravel