Name: Schlage Residential FC21 Bowery Knob Passage and Privacy Cylindrical Lock - Grade 2 Non-Keyed
Brand: Schlage Residential
SKU: FC21 BWE 608 KIN
Price: 69.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Schlage Residential FC21 Bowery Knob Passage/Privacy Cylindrical Lock - Grade 2 Non-Keyed

Versatile Residential Lock Solution with Dual Function Design

The Schlage Residential FC21 Bowery Knob combines passage and privacy functions in a single Grade 2 cylindrical lock designed for 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" doors. This non-keyed lock features dual backset compatibility for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations with a 1" x 2-1/4" latch and 1/2" throw. ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 certified with stainless steel construction for reliable residential performance.

Professional Features & Benefits

Door Thickness Compatibility: Accommodates 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" doors with dual backset options for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations.
Dual Function Operation: Default passage function with privacy pushbutton conversion - turning inside knob releases privacy mode for versatile use.
Emergency Access Feature: Privacy function can be opened from outside with small emergency unlock tool for safety and convenience.
Grade 2 Certification: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 and A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AA certified for reliable performance.
Professional Latch System: 1" x 2-1/4" latch with 1/4" radius corner faceplate, 1" housing diameter, and 1/2" throw with circular drive-in design.
Complete Strike Package: Includes 1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner full lip strike for secure door frame integration.
Easy Installation: 3-step installation process requiring only a screwdriver with universal latch design.
Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year warranty coverage for added confidence and protection.

Standard Features

Certification:ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2
ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA
Available UL Listed for 90 minute fire door
Latch: 1"x 2-1/4", 1/4" radius corner faceplate, 1" housing diameter, 1/2" throw, circular drive-in included, universal latch
Strike: 1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner, full lip
Backset: Dual backset latches, fits either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" backsets
Cylinder: 5-Pin, C keyway, keyed alike (KA4)
Door Range: 1-3/8" – 1-3/4"
Keys: Two per lock, 5-pin, C section

Installation & Operation

Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness between 1-3/8" and 1-3/4" and backset measurement of either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4".
Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door surfaces for the cylindrical lock installation.
Prepare door by drilling required holes per manufacturer specifications for the dual backset latch system.
Install the universal latch assembly and secure the cylindrical lock components to door per manufacturer torque specifications.
Adjust knob operation for proper alignment and smooth function in both passage and privacy modes, ensuring privacy pushbutton engages properly.
Test device operation including passage function, privacy conversion, and emergency unlock capability to verify proper function. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

Residential Interior Doors
Bedroom and Bathroom Privacy Applications
Hall and Closet Passage Functions
Multi-Family Housing Units
Apartment and Condominium Complexes
Single-Family Home Interior Applications
Residential Renovation Projects

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential FC21 locks deliver professional-grade reliability with stainless steel construction and Grade 2 ANSI/BHMA certification for demanding residential applications. The 10 Year warranty provides added confidence and long-term protection. Engineered with dual function versatility and emergency access capability where dependable performance and safety are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:: F Series
Subcategory:: Bored Locksets
Grade:: Grade 2
Warranty:: 10 Year
Standard Strike:: 10-027: Full Lip Radius Strike, 2-1/4" x 1-5/8"
Standard Latch:: 16-600: Spring Latch, Dual Option (Round, Drive-in)
Keyed Function:: Non-Keyed
Product Group:: Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:: Bored Locksets
Keyed:: No
Electronic:: No
Commercial/Residential:: Residential
Function Description:: Passage is default function; Insert privacy pushbutton on interior side of lock to convert to privacy; Can be opened from outside with small emergency unlock too
Lock Type:: Cylindrical
Product Type:: Leversets
Lock Function:: Passage/Privacy
Handle Design:: Bowery Knob
Handle Type:: Knob
Product Attribute:: Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:: FC21
Product Function:: Passage/Hall/Closet
Door Hand Direction:: Non-Handed
Door Thickness Range:: 1-3/8" to 1-3/4"
Product Category:: Mechanical Locks
Product Substrate:: Stainless Steel
Department:: Door Hardware

Schlage Residential FC21 BWE 608 KIN – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Schlage FC21 Bowery knob fit a 1-3/8 inch interior door?

Yes. The FC21 Bowery knob is built for doors from 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches, which covers both the thinner older interior door and the standard 1-3/4 inch slab. The latch is a dual backset type, so the same lock works whether the door is bored at 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inches from the edge to the center of the hole. Nothing extra to specify on either count.

2) Is the Schlage FC21 Bowery a passage knob or a privacy knob?

Both, and you choose at install. Out of the box the FC21 Bowery works as a passage set, always free from either side. Insert the privacy pushbutton on the interior knob and it becomes a bed and bath privacy lock; turning the inside knob releases it. From the hall side it opens with a small emergency unlock tool. That means one part number covers hall and closet doors and bedroom and bath doors in the same unit, which is the reason property managers stock it instead of two SKUs.

3) Do I have to order the Schlage FC21 knob handed for a left or right hand door?

No handing to specify. The FC21 Bowery is non-handed, so one lock works on a left or right hand door and you don't need to know the swing before you order. Useful when you're buying a dozen for a building and haven't walked every opening.

4) Does the Schlage FC21 come with a latch and strike, or do I buy those separately?

Both are in the box. The FC21 ships with the 16-600 dual option spring latch (round faceplate or drive-in) and the 10-027 full lip radius corner strike measuring 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 inches. The latch face is 1 by 2-1/4 inches with a 1/4 inch radius corner and a 1 inch housing diameter. A screwdriver is the only tool needed. If your frame already has a square corner strike cutout, you'll be patching or reworking it, because the supplied strike is radius corner.

5) Will the Schlage FC21 latch into the strike already in my door frame?

It depends on the throw and the strike shape. The FC21 latch projects 1/2 inch, which is standard for a residential cylindrical spring latch, so it will engage an existing strike pocket cut for a bored lock. The supplied strike is a full lip radius corner unit, 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 inches. If the frame has a full lip radius strike of that size, you can leave it and just swap the lock. Square corner or ANSI T-strike prep will not match the supplied plate.

6) Is a Grade 2 knob like the Schlage FC21 enough for apartment turnovers, or do I need Grade 1?

For interior bedroom, bath, hall and closet doors in apartments and condos, Grade 2 is the normal spec and the FC21 is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 with stainless steel construction. Where the opening takes commercial traffic, a corridor or a back of house door, step up to a Grade 1 cylindrical passage set such as the Falcon K101 or the Corbin Russwin CL3110, both Grade 1 passage locks. Note the CL3110 is built for 1-3/4 to 2 inch doors, so it will not go on a 1-3/8 inch interior slab; the Falcon K101 covers 1-3/8 to 2-1/4 inches.

7) Can I key the Schlage FC21 Bowery knob to match the rest of my building?

No. The FC21 Bowery in this configuration is a non-keyed lock, so there is no cylinder and nothing to key. It handles interior openings only. For a keyed entry or office opening on the same job, look at a keyed cylindrical set such as the Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever, which takes a 6-pin Schlage C keyway and fits the same 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch door range, or the Dexter C1000 Entry/Office, a Grade 1 keyed lever for 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors.

8) What is the closest non-keyed passage substitute for the Schlage FC21 Bowery knob if the door needs a lever instead of a knob?

For a Grade 2 non-keyed passage function in a lever, the Falcon B101 is a Grade 2 cylindrical passage lever lock with a non-handed design, and the Accentra 5301LN Augusta is a Grade 2 cylindrical lever lock in passage/closet function. The FC21 Bowery is a Grade 2 non-keyed cylindrical knob with a passage/privacy function and a non-handed design, so either lever keeps the same grade and bored prep while changing the handle style. Confirm backset and door thickness against the opening before ordering, since the FC21 covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors.

9) Which passage lock should be specified instead of the Schlage FC21 Bowery on a fire rated interior opening?

The Falcon K101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty passage cylindrical lock carrying a fire rating and a 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch door range, and the Corbin Russwin CL3110 passage/closet lever is Grade 1, vandal resistant and fire rated for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors. The Kwikset 200DL-RCALFD Delta passage lever ships with a round corner adjustable 20 minute UL latch and round corner strike. The FC21 Bowery is a Grade 2 residential non-keyed knob with a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch range.

10) Is the Kwikset 200BRNL Breton a direct swap for the Schlage FC21 Bowery on an interior door?

They cover the same door range - the Kwikset 200BRNL RDT Breton passage lever set lists 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, matching the FC21 Bowery. The differences are grade and function: the Breton is a Grade 3 passage-only lever, while the FC21 is a Grade 2 knob whose default passage function converts to privacy by inserting a pushbutton on the interior side. If a bedroom or bath door needs to lock, the Kwikset counterpart is the 300BRNL RDT Breton privacy lever set, also Grade 3 and 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch.

11) Is the Arrow GL01 Sierra passage lock an equivalent to the Schlage FC21 Bowery?

They share the Grade 2 rating and the non-keyed passage role - the Arrow GL01 is a Grade 2 passage function cylindrical lock with a Sierra lever, non-keyed. The door range is where they part: the GL01 lists 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch, while the FC21 Bowery covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, so only a 1-3/4 inch door falls in both. The FC21 is also a knob and converts to privacy with an interior pushbutton, which the GL01 passage function does not do.

12) What is the heavier duty alternative to the Schlage FC21 Bowery for a high traffic corridor door?

The FC21 Bowery is a Grade 2 non-keyed cylindrical lock. For a step up in the same passage role, the Falcon T101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty cylindrical passage lever lock, the Falcon K101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty passage cylindrical lock that is fire rated and covers 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the Design Hardware X75 is a Grade 1 passage lever lockset for 1-3/4 inch doors. All three are levers rather than knobs, and none of them offer the FC21's privacy pushbutton conversion.

13) Does the Schlage FC21 Bowery work on a unit entry door, or is a keyed lock required?

The FC21 Bowery is non-keyed and covers passage and privacy only, so it does not secure an entry. For a keyed entry on a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door, the Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever is Grade 2 with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different and a 2-3/8 inch backset, and the Arrow HK11-BB is a turn-pushbutton entrance cylindrical lock with a ball knob and conventional cylinder over the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch range. The Hager 2525 is a Grade 2 commercial cylindrical entry lock with a lever, rated 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch.

14) Should I use a knob like the Bowery or a lever on interior doors?

Knob or lever is mostly an accessibility and tenant preference call. The FC21 Bowery is a knob, which reads traditional and resists being caught by a bag or a sleeve, but a knob requires grasping and twisting. If the opening needs a lever, ZenSupply carries Grade 2 passage levers at a similar duty level, including the Hager 2510 with the Withnell lever for 1-3/8 to 2 inch doors, the Falcon B101, and the Accentra 5301LN Augusta. All three are Grade 2 passage.

15) Can a Schlage FC21 privacy knob be opened from the hallway if someone is locked in a bathroom?

Yes. When the FC21 Bowery is set up as privacy with the pushbutton, the outside knob can be released with a small emergency unlock tool. That is the feature a property manager cares about for bathroom and bedroom doors in occupied units. From the inside, simply turning the knob releases the privacy button.

16) Is the Schlage FC21 Bowery knob rated for a commercial building or is it residential only?

Residential duty. The FC21 is a Schlage Residential F Series lock and is catalogued for residential use, which in practice means single family interiors, apartment and condo units, and multi-family renovation work. For a commercial corridor, school or healthcare opening, move to a heavy duty Grade 1 cylindrical lock such as the BEST 9K Series or the Falcon T101, both heavy duty Grade 1.

17) I need a matching dummy knob for a closet door that does not latch. Does the FC21 cover that?

No. The FC21 Bowery is a functioning passage and privacy lock with a latch, not a dummy. For a surface mounted dummy trim on a false or inactive leaf, ZenSupply carries dedicated dummy sets, including the BEST 7KC Series single dummy trim (Grade 2), the Accentra 455LN Augusta single dummy, and the Callan Bentley Grade 2 dummy lever. Those mount without any latch and will not match the Bowery knob trim, so plan the aesthetic accordingly.

18) How does the Schlage FC21 compare to a Kwikset passage or privacy set for an apartment interior?

Duty rating is the real difference. The FC21 Bowery is ANSI/BHMA Grade 2, while the Kwikset 200BRNL Breton passage and 300BRNL Breton privacy sets are Grade 3, both fitting the same 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch door range. Grade 3 is the lightest residential rating and Grade 2 the middle tier, so on a high turnover rental the FC21 buys you a step up in cycle durability. The other practical difference: the Kwikset sets are separate part numbers for passage and privacy, whereas the FC21 does both from one unit.

19) Can the Schlage FC21 latch be used as a drive-in latch on a door with no faceplate mortise?

Yes. The 16-600 latch supplied with the FC21 is a dual option unit, so it installs either with the round faceplate mortised into the door edge or as a circular drive-in with no faceplate cut at all. On a replacement job where the existing door edge was prepped for a drive-in latch, you can use the drive-in collar and skip the chisel work entirely.

20) A closet door needs matching hardware but no working latch - what pairs with the Schlage FC21 Bowery style opening?

A dummy trim is the part for a door with no latch at all. The BEST 7KC Series 1DT is a Grade 2 non-keyed single dummy trim cylindrical lever, and the BEST 9K Series 1DT is the Grade 1 heavy duty equivalent. The Callan Bentley is a Grade 2 dummy lever, and Baldwin Estate 5103 offers handed half dummies, left hand and right hand, on the 5048 rose. None of these operate a latch - the FC21 Bowery is a working cylindrical lock with passage and privacy operation.

21) How do the Bravura passage leversets differ from the Schlage FC21 Bowery for an interior door package?

Bravura offers several Grade 2 passage leversets that match the FC21's Grade 2 rating in the same non-keyed passage role: the Atlanta and Orlando with round trim, the Tampa with square trim, and the Miramar with round trim in US4 satin brass. The FC21 Bowery is a knob rather than a lever and adds privacy conversion through an interior pushbutton, while the Bravura sets listed here are passage function. Trim shape is the other decision point - the FC21 Bowery comes in Century, Collins and Kinsler rose designs.

22) What replaces the Schlage FC21 Bowery on a utility or institutional door that needs a keyed function?

The FC21 Bowery is non-keyed, so it does not cover keyed institutional openings. The Arrow MK33-BD-CS is a heavy duty Grade 2 asylum function cylindrical lock with a ball knob and a conventional cylinder in Schlage C keyway, and the Dexter C1000 Series F87 asylum lock is Grade 1 covering 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors. For a storeroom, the Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever lockset with a deadlocking latchbolt for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Hager 2580 is a Grade 2 storeroom cylindrical lock with a Withnell lever for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors.

23) What should be used instead of the Schlage FC21 Bowery when the door needs coded access rather than a knob?

The FC21 Bowery is a mechanical, non-electronic lock. Where a code is required, the Lockey 1150 is a heavy duty mechanical keypad lever set with double combination in passage function, covering 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch doors, and the Delaney LP250 is a Grade 2 electronic keypad leverlock. The Emtek Classic keypad leverset is another coded option. All of these are levers, and the FC21 Bowery covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors.

24) Are the Baldwin Estate 5103 passage and privacy levers interchangeable with the Schlage FC21 Bowery across a set of interior doors?

Baldwin splits the two roles into separate parts: the Estate 5103 passage lever with 5048 rose and the Estate 5103 privacy lever with 5048 rose. The FC21 Bowery handles both from one lock, shipping as passage and converting to privacy when the pushbutton is inserted on the interior side, which means one part number covers a mixed run of hall, closet, bedroom and bath doors. Choosing Baldwin means counting each door's function up front and ordering the matching 5103 variant.

25) Does the Accentra 107S Schlage cylinder adapter kit have anything to do with the Schlage FC21 Bowery?

No. The Accentra 107S is a cylinder adapter kit that lets Schlage cylinders be used in Yale hardware, listed at Grade 1 for apartment exit and public toilet function. The FC21 Bowery is non-keyed and takes no cylinder at all, so the adapter has no role on it. The same applies to the Corbin Russwin 585F715 lock lever, which is trim for an ED8000 pushpad exit device and CL3300 cylindrical locks, not a complete knob lock.

26) Does the Schlage FC21 Bowery knob need any wiring or batteries?

No power of any kind. The FC21 Bowery is a purely mechanical cylindrical lock, with no electronics, no battery and nothing to wire. It works the same the day the power drops as it does otherwise. If the opening actually calls for keypad access, that is a different product entirely, such as the Delaney LP250 electronic keypad leverlock or the Lockey 1150 mechanical keypad lever set, which covers 1-1/8 to 2 inch doors.

27) The spec calls for a Grade 3 lever on interior doors - what fits where the Schlage FC21 Bowery is a Grade 2 knob?

The Callan Asheville is a Grade 3 passage leverset in satin nickel, and the Kwikset 200BRNL RDT Breton passage lever set is Grade 3 for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. The FC21 Bowery is certified Grade 2 and is a knob rather than a lever, so it sits at a different grade point on the same interior passage opening. It covers the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door range as the Breton.

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Does the Schlage Residential FC21 BWE 608 KIN come with a warranty?

Absolutely. The Schlage Residential FC21 BWE 608 KIN is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.

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