Two way door lock for thin door
Why not consider a rim lock. This is a surface mounted lock and door latch that was typical in 19th century houses.



It is mounted on the inside surface and requires only two small holes drilled through the door - one for the knob spindle and one for the key.

There are old ones around, but you can find reproductions that work the same way.

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