Self-Aligning Latch Mortising Tool

Fits 1-3/8" & 1-3/4" Standard Doors Accurate Latch Positioning Without Repeated Measuring Slide the tool directly onto the door edge to automatically find the center. It assists with chiseling and scoring for a cleaner, flush latch plate installation. Dual-Blade Scoring System Combines an outer U-shaped contour blade to trace the latch plate shape and a curved inner mortise blade designed to cut wood to the exact depth, avoiding over-cutting. Hardened Stainless Steel Blades Preset Depth Control Automatic Center Alignment The stepped, symmetrical shell sits perfectly flush on standard door edges. Once positioned, it matches up directly with the latch hole without complex layout steps. Error-Proof Positioning Self-Aligning Fit Clear Embossed Door Guides Clearly labeled on the tough body with double-sided arrows indicating 1-3/4" and 1-3/8" configurations, ensuring compatibility with common interior doors. Embossed Markings Impact-Resistant Body Specifications 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) and 1-3/4" (4.4 cm) standard thicknesses Hardened Stainless Steel with protective coating Rigid symmetrical fork-style body with top strike pad Secure dual-side Phillips screw attachments Manual hammer strike (Requires no cords, batteries, or screens) Frequently Asked Questions How does this tool prevent cutting too deep into the door? The tool is engineered with a built-in mortise blade that has a preset depth limit. This prevents you from scoring past the standard depth required for interior door latch plates. Does this tool require power or batteries? No. This is a manual strike-assist tool. It works entirely via physical striking (using a standard hammer on the integrated top strike pad) to score the wood. Can I use this on non-standard door thicknesses? The tool is specifically designed and molded to fit standard American door thicknesses of 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) and 1-3/4" (4.4 cm). It is not recommended for doors of different thicknesses as it won't align accurately.