Kwikset 488BLLH-15 Balboa Lever Half Dummy Satin Nickel

Product Description

The KWIKSET 488BLLH-15 is a left-hand Balboa lever half dummy in a satin nickel finish. A half dummy lever is a non-latching, non-locking door handle used purely for pull function — no spindle, no latch mechanism. It mounts to one side of the door only, making it the standard choice for closet doors, pantry doors, and French door pairs where a passage latch is not required. The lever ships as a single unit, sold individually. At 0.3 pounds, it installs quickly and is appropriate for both new construction and remodel applications handled by carpenters, finish trim contractors, or experienced DIYers.

This half dummy lever fits standard interior door applications where only a pull handle is needed on one face of the door. Typical installations include double French doors (non-active leaf), bi-fold door conversions, closet doors, and decorative cabinet doors. The satin nickel finish coordinates with a wide range of interior hardware and fixture finishes common in residential settings. Sold as a single lever, so order in pairs when both sides of a French door require matching hardware.

Key Features

• Left-hand orientation — confirm door handing before ordering
• Half dummy function — no latch, no lock, pull-only operation
• Satin nickel finish for a clean, brushed appearance
• Balboa lever style compatible with standard interior door prep
• Lightweight at 0.3 pounds for easy single-person installation
• Sold individually — one lever per package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation half dummy lever for standard residential interior doors with conventional door bore and rose mounting patterns.

Installation Notes

Half dummy levers are installed by carpenters or finish contractors and do not require a locksmith or licensed tradesperson. No latch bore modification is needed — the lever mounts directly to the door face using the included rose and mounting hardware. Confirm left-hand versus right-hand orientation before installation, as dummy levers are not reversible. No electrical shutoff or mechanical system isolation is required for this hardware type.