Forged Gate Crook, 25 x 8mm Plain Flat Bar, 200 to 300mm, Weld-On Curled Top for Gates

A forged curled crook on a 25 x 8mm flat bar, ready to weld onto a gate. This crook is forged from 25 x 8mm plain flat bar, with a neat scrolled curl at one end. The length of the bar varies from piece to piece, at approximately 200mm to 300mm, because these are forged items rather than cut pieces. Weld it onto the top of a stile or the end of a rail to add a traditional curled finish to a gate or railing. The bar is plain raw steel, ready to weld on and then finish along with the rest of the job. The price shown is for one crook, with a minimum order of 10, because crooks are normally used in numbers across a gate or run of railings.

Why this part works

Forged, not bent. A hot forged scroll has a thicker, more even line than a piece bent cold, and that shows at a glance.

A narrow bar for lighter gates. At 25mm wide, this crook is the lighter of the plain bar options, and it suits smaller gates and slimmer railings.

Ready to weld. A plain flat tail means you can weld it directly to the frame with no drilling or fettling first.

Finish it with the gate. Raw steel takes paint, powder coat or galvanising to match whatever else you are finishing.

Where it is used

Ornamental and estate gates, railings and balustrade work, wrought iron garden features, and restoration of older gates where an original crook has been lost. It suits lighter frames. It is a decorative welded part, so do not treat it as a structural hinge or a handle.

Specifications

Choosing the right option

Pick the bar width to match the frame you are welding it to. At 25mm wide, this crook suits slim frames. The next sizes up are 30 x 8mm and 40 x 8mm, which suit larger gates with a wider frame and more visual weight. Note that the listed length varies between 200mm and 300mm, so cut the tail to the length you need when fitting.

Fitting and care

Clean the mill scale from the tail and from the frame where it is going to be welded. Cut the tail to length if necessary. Tack the crook into position, check that it sits square and level with the others on the gate, and weld it fully. Grind the weld back if the joint will be on show.

Finish the crook with the gate. Paint or galvanising will stop it rusting. Check the welds during routine maintenance, especially on gates that get knocked or moved often.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Order 10 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.