Step 5: Chisel or router the wood to create the hinge mortise
Chisel out the wood to the depth of the hinge plate following the marks left by the profile cutter. Make a series of parallel cuts with the chisel to the depth of the mortise. Then chisel out the wood cuts, working until the mortise is clear and smooth. You can also use a router and guide to cut out the mortise for the hinge plate. A router will generally leave a smoother cut.
 Chisel out the series of parallel cuts to make the hinge mortise, working until it is smooth and clean.
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