an improved concealed screw handleset for a door is described . the handleset assembly has a handleset , a mounting plate , and a face plate . the handleset and mounting plate are fastened together on opposite sides of the door via one or more assembly screws . the assembly screws are inserted from the mounting plate side of the door and are not visible from the handleset side of the door . the faceplate mounts on the mounting plate via two threaded collars . the faceplate completely covers the mounting plate and the assembly screws . in this manner , the handleset assembly provides a concealed screw design that is very easy to assemble and install . in other aspects , the mounting plate has a rotatable stem for mounting a turn - piece . the stem has one or more catches to hold the turn - piece in different positions .