Router Mortising Jig

Build a precision router mortising jig for your plunge router. This easy-to-use jig delivers accurate, repeatable mortises for strong, clean joinery every time.

Cutting clean, accurate mortises with a plunge router becomes fast and repeatable with this shop-built Router Mortising Jig. Designed for handheld plunge routers, this jig ensures perfectly straight and smooth mortises by guiding the router with precision. The easy-to-build design features a solid base, a vertical front panel with an adjustable fence, and a sliding table that positions your workpiece exactly where it needs to be. Setup is quick—just clamp your workpiece, lock in the stop settings, and you’re ready to cut consistent mortises with accuracy and ease. Ideal for building strong mortise-and-tenon joinery, this jig helps you create professional-quality results every time. It’s a must-have for any woodworker looking to improve efficiency and precision in furniture and cabinet projects.

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What You Get:

  • 7 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
  • 25 full-color photos, illustrations and exploded views
  • Includes instructions for cutting accurate mortises
  • Retail sources for hardware and supplies

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