The exacting job of routing mortises for quadrant and side-rail hinges in small decorative boxes is made easier with Rockler's new JIG IT Hinge Mortising System.

We identified other good options too, including 3-hinge setups that could make quick work of multiple door installations, as well as jigs for cabinet hinges that are concealed.

Mortise the latch plate The jig we used included a handy template and cutting bit for mortising the latch plate. The bit removed some material while creating an outline for the mortise.