Gate Fastening Device

A gate fastening device, comprising:

• a latching assembly including a latch pivotably coupled to a first support that mounts on a gate;
• an opposing assembly including a pivotable member coupled to a second support that mounts on the gate opposite the first support;
• a spindle to couple the latch and the pivotable member to one another through the gate for rotation as a unit;
• a handle including a base and a grip, the base being attached, or configured to be attached, to the latch;
• and
• a cover configured to be placed onto the first support and around the base of the handle.