Good latch for fore peak hatch

[Atlantica]

Hi,
I'm planning to make a hatch into the fore peak storage space in my B38. Just as Odysseus has made here:
http://www.bavariayacht.info/forum/index.php/topic,135.msg625.html#msg625

But how about suitable latch to lock and tighten the hatch? I want the hatch to be removable without any hinges. Any suggestion for suitable and cheaper solution than Bavaria's original (but very good) latches? This is quite expensive for such a simple job. Especially if you want to buy two pcs.: https://www.svb24.com/en/bavaria-sliding-bolt.html

Or does anyone know any other places to purchase Bavaria's originals?

[tiger79]

The Bavaria latches are very good, but that's silly money!  How about these from SeaScrew?

https://www.seascrew.com/browse.cfm?THUMB-TURN-LATCH---GARDEN-SHED-TYPE--BUT-STAINLESS---PLASTIC&p=0000001332

[Moodymike]

What sort of cutter are you planning to use? Cannot get up the courage to cut one myself.

[Atlantica]

Thanks tiger79! I need to check that type of latch.

I'm going to start cutting with electric multi tool and continue with jigsaw. I will test first into something similar to find the best possible blades. And masking tape will be used for prevent ripping the front surface.

[Salty]

Thanks tiger79! I need to check that type of latch.

I'm going to start cutting with electric multi tool and continue with jigsaw. I will test first into something similar to find the best possible blades. And masking tape will be used for prevent ripping the front surface.

I'd use a fine tooth blade in the jig saw to prevent splintering on the face of the wood, and keep the speed of the saw low to avoid over heating the blade. Using wide masking tape on the wood to draw out where you intend to cut will enable the cutting line to be seen more easily and help to prevent the sole of the jigsaw from marking the surrounding wood.