{"product_id":"latch-mortising-tool","title":"🚪 Precision Aluminium Door Latch Mortising Jig ✨ Router Template for 1-3\/8\" \u0026 1-3\/4\" Wood Doors, Flush Lock Faceplate Recess Kit 🛠️","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO CARD --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fef2f2 0%, #ffffff 55%, #fff7ed 100%); border: 1px solid #fee2e2; border-radius: 26px; padding: 36px 30px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; background: #fee2e2; color: #b91c1c; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n      🚪 PRECISION JOINERY • 1\" × 2-1\/4\" LATCH RECESS • CNC BILLET ALUMINIUM\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 28px; line-height: 1.25; font-weight: 800; color: #111827; margin: 0 0 14px; letter-spacing: -0.02em;\"\u003e\n      Flawless flush door latch mortises,\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color: #dc2626;\"\u003ewith zero wood tear-out or chisel slips.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: #4b5563; max-width: 680px; margin: 0 auto 24px;\"\u003e\n      Eliminate tedious hand chiselling and uneven recesses forever. Machined from solid CNC anodised aluminium alloy, this precision mortising jig clamps securely onto 1-3\/8\" (35mm) and 1-3\/4\" (45mm) doors to guide your router for perfectly square, razor-sharp flush latch plate installations.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- HIGHLIGHT BADGES --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 12px; margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.95); border: 1px solid #fecaca; border-radius: 999px; padding: 8px 18px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #dc2626; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.03);\"\u003e\n        🎯 Auto-Centering Reference Hole\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.95); border: 1px solid #fde68a; border-radius: 999px; padding: 8px 18px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #b45309; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.03);\"\u003e\n        📏 1mm \/ 2mm \/ 3mm Depth Gauge\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.95); border: 1px solid #bae6fd; border-radius: 999px; padding: 8px 18px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #0284c7; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.03);\"\u003e\n        🛡️ Heavy-Duty Solid Billet Body\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_93996e35bfcc8181738f647c0ee65f59_ace6baf2-5381-4231-b208-73c21d7a0320.jpg?v=1794541077\" alt=\"Precision Aluminium Door Latch Mortising Jig Kit\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 18px; display: block; box-shadow: 0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURE CARD 1: ALIGNMENT \u0026 DEPTH GAUGE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fef8ee 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #fde68a; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #b45309; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      🎯 AUTOMATIC DEAD-CENTER ALIGNMENT \u0026amp; STEPPED DEPTH GAUGE\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.65; color: #374151; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      The integrated viewing window aligns instantly with your door's pre-drilled 2-1\/8\" handle bore, locking in absolute dead-center positioning without tricky measuring or manual scribing. Built-in 1mm, 2mm, and 3mm step notches let you set router bit cutting depths in seconds, delivering a perfectly level, completely flush latch faceplate finish every time.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_b83f554946d76089e21be48d38ee3bf7_17bc989b-8a3a-4881-bb70-ff57a9d8cd7d.jpg?v=1794541077\" alt=\"Reference alignment hole and stepped depth control notches\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 16px; display: block;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURE CARD 2: CNC BILLET ALUMINIUM VS PLASTIC --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fef2f2 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #be123c; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      🛡️ SOLID CNC AIRCRAFT ALUMINIUM VS FLIMSY PLASTIC JIGS\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.65; color: #374151; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      Precision-machined from solid anodised aircraft-grade aluminium alloy with high-torque steel clamping hardware, this 362g jig remains rock-solid without flexing or shifting under heavy router vibration. Say goodbye to chipped veneer, jagged edges, and damaged timber caused by chisel slips—enjoy clean 90-degree corners and flat, professional mortise beds.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_ea2054a6f09618d092517b4c464096f0_d634df7f-c6b3-4ca3-b152-d894c137e45f.jpg?v=1794541077\" alt=\"Clean mortising comparison versus traditional methods\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 16px; display: block;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURE CARD 3: UNIVERSAL FIT FOR 1-3\/8\" \u0026 1-3\/4\" DOORS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #eff6ff 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #bfdbfe; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1d4ed8; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      🚪 UNIVERSAL FIT FOR 1-3\/8\" \u0026amp; 1-3\/4\" TIMBER DOORS\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.65; color: #374151; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      The dual-sided clamping guide is engineered to fit standard 35mm (1-3\/8 in.) internal doors and 45mm (1-3\/4 in.) external timber doors with equal precision. Ergonomic knurled steel knobs tighten effortlessly by hand, locking the template securely against the door stile without marring or denting painted or finished timber surfaces.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_1b8311ebcd10ba86dbf25d066d2c2f3e_445e0a0a-033c-4498-a6f2-d352d6d49fca.jpg?v=1794541077\" alt=\"Effortless clamping onto wooden door edges\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 16px; display: block;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURE CARD 4: COMPLETE ROUTING \u0026 FASTENING WORKFLOW --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f0fdfa 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #99f6e4; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #0f766e; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      ⚡ COMPLETE LOCK INSTALLATION IN UNDER 3 MINUTES\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.65; color: #374151; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      Use the included top router bit to effortlessly route out the clean rectangular latch perimeter, then switch to the self-centring pilot drill bit to drill straight, accurate screw holes on the first attempt. Simply screw in the strike plate with the included driver bit for a tight, rattle-free door latch that closes smoothly and securely.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_156415816d555813e5b84f65a8abe76c_1c3af66d-0f8d-4e8f-8781-dc4a4c1152c9.jpg?v=1794541077\" alt=\"Comprehensive step-by-step door latch installation kit\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 16px; display: block;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS TABLE CARD --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; background: #f3f4f6; color: #374151; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 5px 12px; border-radius: 999px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n      TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #111827; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      Engineered for Precision Joinery\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid #f3f4f6;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePrecision Door Latch Mortising Jig\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eMortise Recess Size\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eStandard 1\" × 2-1\/4\" (25.4 × 57.2 mm) Latch Faceplates\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eCompatible Door Thicknesses\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e1-3\/8 in. (35 mm) \u0026amp; 1-3\/4 in. (45 mm) Doors\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eBody Material\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHigh-Strength CNC Anodised Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eIntegrated Depth Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e1 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm Preset Depth Reference Steps\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eCentering Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBore-Through Observation Centering Port\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eJig Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e80 × 80 × 50 mm (Approx. 3.15 × 3.15 × 1.97 in.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 13px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f4f6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b7280; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color: #111827; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eApprox. 362g (Solid Rigid Clamping Feel)\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PACKAGE CONTENTS CARD --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f0fdf4 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; margin-bottom: 24px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; background: #dcfce7; color: #15803d; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 5px 12px; border-radius: 999px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n      PACKAGE CONTENTS\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #111827; margin: 0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n      What is Included in Your Box\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; color: #374151; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Solid Aluminium Door Latch Mortising Template Jig\u003c\/strong\u003e (Anodised Red)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × 1\/2\" Top Bearing Router Cutting Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Self-Centering Latch \/ Hinge Pilot Drill Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Double-Ended Screwdriver Driver Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"color: #6b7280;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Optional Bundle adds the matching Adjustable Aluminium Door Hinge Mortising Jig for complete door hanging\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRO TIPS \u0026 JOINERY ADVICE CARD --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fffbeb 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #fde68a; border-radius: 24px; padding: 32px 28px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; color: #92400e; margin: 0 0 12px; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e💡\u003c\/span\u003e Pro Joinery Tips \u0026amp; Usage Notes\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; color: #4b5563; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Bore Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always drill the main 2-1\/8\" handle bore hole and 1\" edge latch hole before clamping the jig into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgressive Cutting Passes:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend taking shallow, progressive passes using the 1mm, 2mm, and 3mm depth steps rather than cutting full depth in a single pass to ensure crisp timber edges without tear-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always wear eye protection and a dust mask when operating high-speed routers or power drills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"hestiy","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ Precision Door Latch Mortising Jig","offer_id":45352956330192,"sku":"LE90548930","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Precision Door Latch Mortising Jig+Adjustable Aluminum Door Hinge Jig","offer_id":45352956362960,"sku":"LE90548930+LE90343479C01","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5393\/2496\/files\/spp_shopify20260827175727_93996e35bfcc8181738f647c0ee65f59_ace6baf2-5381-4231-b208-73c21d7a0320.jpg?v=1794541077","url":"https:\/\/hestiy.com\/de\/products\/latch-mortising-tool","provider":"hestiy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}