Schlage FE285 CEN 716 LAT CEN Century Front Entry Handleset with Latitude Lever, Lower Half Grip, Aged Bronze

Ive only had the handle installed for a few days, but the performance so far has been good. The main issue with this handle is how bad the installation directions are. The instructions are designed for multiple different handles, which I understand is necessary to keep costs down, but it isnt clear which steps apply to the handle you have. Also, the directions assume that your door is already perfectly drilled, etc. to accommodate the handle. They provide a template for drilling new holes, but it designed to work for so many different configurations that it is completely unusable. The instructions also dont indicate how many different components youll need to get straight/level at the same time. I had to install, and then adjust several times to get everything in-line. Again, the handle itself seems to be fine, but I would only purchase it expecting to get little to no guidance on how to install it.

Goes well with key/wifi enabled bolt unit. Weve installed on a new steel/full glass front door and could not be happier. Lets face it, a handle is a handle, and its form/style over function. The style of this unit goes well with interior door handles (e.g. closet doors). Very happy.

Love it- easy to install and looks great

This is a great handle. Truly an incredible handle. Other handles.....total disasters! Believe me..... everyone agrees. Seriously though, I have no complaints about this handle set. Installation was straightforward and it has been operating smoothly since.

I was hesitant based on some negative reviews. I replaced an older lower quality Schlage entry set with this. Works very well. Looks good with the Nest Yale brushed chrome lock. And I’m a picky architect. Good residential latch set.

Easy to install, but the deadbolt doesnt feel very sturdy

This product is very well made. My family had previously purchased one similar and the bottom didnt have the ability to anchor to the door and it quickly became unstable. This product anchors to the door at both the top and the bottom. It super easy to install and very sturdy.

We paired this with a smart deadbolt with the number pad and I love it. Very classic and reminiscent of a set we had at our previous home that was much more expensive. I think black is the new brass and I love that this is a true matte black, not oil rubbed bronze.

Installed for 6 months now and working as it should. It is a well made lockset. Has a nice heavy feel to it. I like that theres an option to temporarily connect a 9v battery from outside in case battery goes dead. Seems like they thought of everything. 7 year old son operates it without an issue.

I love it - looks great and works well. A solid product. The only thing is that in a California winter, during a 88 degree day, it burns your hand when you open the door. I’ve never had this happen before with any handles. Other than this, no complaints.