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Review on Effortless Installation with Liberty AN0192C G Q1 Hidden Hinge: Quick Guide by Vedprakash Trilltight

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Bad template, a bit so-so. Still usable if you can get it very cheap.

This cheap Chinese made guide and fixture will get the job BUT the template is disabled. Do not place the template on the edge of the door without checking the depth of the hinge. On the soft close buttonholes I've worked with, this pattern deviates from about the mark or 1/8 inch or so. Template: measure hinge and door and check required depth. This pattern is listed as AN0192C-G-Q1 but is not. I've worked with soft-close hinges that claim to fit this pattern, but they don't. You can fix this jig to make it work by adding a shim to the inside of the hem to compensate for the oversized jig and it will serve as the main guide for your screws and bits. Bit: This bit basically does what it's supposed to, it's not the sharpest or best bit and it tends to wobble more than some of the top brands like Kreg, but it will make a hole that you will loop have to. The tip is deeper than necessary, so make sure you only get the tip of the drill bit (the flat part facing you) as deep as you need for your loop. Otherwise you will break through your door. Overall I give 1* and recommend just buying a Kreg bit and template or making your own if you have a customizable door ready (like Ikea). This is easy to do with a piece of cardboard and a nail or hole punch. The racket costs around $10 and the template is useless without customization.

Pros
  • Clear coating allows users to see through the template for ease of use
Cons
  • Not bad, but...