door lock mortice router

I would not try to create the cavity for the mortise lock with a router. If you are going to attempt it without the proper (expensive) tool, you can do it the old fashioned way. Drill multiple holes to the proper depth with an auger or a paddle bit. Use an appropriate and sharp chisel to remove the webs to create the mortise. The router with template would be a good method to establish the case rim and scalp plate mortise.

The proper tool is here:

I've never seen one.

Check around and see if any of the rental places have a mortiser that you can rent. Also, check with either the place where you bought the door (if it's a new door) or the place where you bought your lock to see if they have a source for a mortiser. They may also be able to prep the door for you. The mortise can be cut with a drill and bits but it does take a little experience (with a drill) and even more patience.

Mike O.

What a silly question to ask of a group like this. "Do I need a morticing machine?". Well of course - any new encounter requires a new machine to do it properly.

I have in the past though, mortised more than a couple of these with a simple chisel and hammer. It's not as bad of a job as you might at first think.

What a silly question to ask of a group like this. "Do I need a morticing machine?". Well of course - any new encounter requires a new machine to do it properly. .................................................. why is that a silly question?

It was a joke.

Because we always need a new machine...any new machine.

Mike O.

On 20 Nov 2005 16:01:10 -0800, snipped-for-privacy@hotmail.com scribbled:

'Cause any new project provides a good excuse to add to your toy, oops I mean tool collection. :-)

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