If you’re talking about the Godrej Pentabolt Aries 3KS 1CK Latchbolt, you’re talking about a proper mechanical rim lock built for real‑world door security — the kind that stands up to daily use on an inside‑opening main door without complaining. This is the sort of lock you bolt onto doors where you want a dependable, heavy‑duty locking action that doesn’t feel cheap or flimsy when you slam the door shut.

And here’s the thing — this lock uses a 5‑bolt system that’s not just marketing fluff. Those bolts give you clamping force across the door frame that’s noticeably tougher than your run‑of‑the‑mill single latch, so you get that solid “locked up tight” feel every time you turn the key or thumb‑turn.

Key Features:

• 5‑Bolt Locking - Five separate bolts spread the load and make it much harder for a would‑be intruder to force the door.
• 3KS Key Profile - The key has a tough profile with an almost uncopyable pattern, which means you won’t be handing out duplicates on a whim.
• Aldrop Privacy - Locks from the inside so nobody can jimmy the door open from outside, even with their own key.
• Latchbolt Mechanism - You get smooth retraction and extension every time — no clunky feeling when you operate it.
• Premium Finishes - Comes in good‑looking Roman Silver or Vegas Gold that doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb on modern doors.

Applications

This lock is made for inside‑opening main doors — think apartment entries, family home front doors, or even office doors where the lock faces inward when the door opens. Its design suits both wooden and flush doors, and because it’s got a reversible orientation, you can fit it on left or right hand doors without fuss.

Why Choose This Model

Here’s the bottom line — if you’re after a door lock that feels solid every time you hit it with the key, the Godrej Pentabolt Aries 3KS series delivers. That 5‑bolt arrangement plus the inside privacy catch gives you peace of mind that a cheap lock just can’t match, and the hardware is heavy enough that it won’t feel like a toy on a busy door.

Technical Specifications Explained

• Backset – 60 mm - That’s the distance from the edge of the door to the center of the lock cylinder — a standard size that fits most timber doors without hacksawing your frame.
• Latchbolt Throw - The 10 mm throw means the latch engages solidly in the strike plate; short and stout rather than long and floppy.
• Finish Options - Roman Silver or Vegas Gold give a nicer aesthetic than bare metal — they age better and resist grime.
• Key Combination - The 3KS pattern gives you a huge number of key combinations, so your lock isn’t part of the “cookie‑cutter” bunch.
• Weight & Build - Solid die‑cast body means the lock feels heavy in the hand — a good sign you’re not holding a hollow imitation.

Who Should Buy This

Talk straight — this is not for a drawer or a cupboard. The Godrej Pentabolt Aries 3KS is for anyone who needs beefy door security without going digital: homeowners, landlords, small business owners, carpenters fitting doors, or renovators replacing flimsy old latches. It hits the sweet spot between mechanical toughness and everyday usability.

If you want something that just *works* — day in, day out — and doesn’t chirp or wiggle when you lock up, this one’s worth your attention. It’s a proper latchbolt rim lock you can install with confidence and forget about, rather than something you’re always worrying about.