Porter-Cable 511 Cylindrical Lock Boring Jig Lock Installation Kit

by Porter-Cable

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Great for locksmiths or home improvement enthusiasts, this lock installation kit from Porter-Cable makes it a snap to put in cylindrical locks and deadbolts. From start to finish, this all-in-one collection can accommodate doors with a thickness measuring 1-5/16 to 2-1/8 inches. To help save time, it drills every hole at once without the need for a lot of complicated steps. For added convenience, a strike locator ensures proper positioning of the jamb mortise. The 511 kit includes the following: lock boring jig, 1-inch boring bit, 2-1/8-inch boring bit, full-up strike mortiser, latch mortiser, maximum security mortiser, strike locator, and one quick change drill adapter.

From the Manufacturer

All-in-one kit helps professionally install locks and deadbolts. Drills every hole at once for efficient performance. Can accommodate door thickness measuring 1-5/16 to 2-1/8-Inch. Ensures the precise positioning of jamb mortise. Includes lock boring jig, 1-Inch boring bit, 2-1/8-Inch boring bit, full-up strike mortiser, latch mortiser, maximum security mortiser, strike locator, and one quick change drill adapter

Product Details

• Item Weight: 7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000224KQ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 511
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #89,715 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

63 of 66 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Professional Locksmith, November 21, 1999

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William D. Pike (Granbury, Texas u.s.a.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Porter-Cable 511 Cylindrical Lock Boring Jig Lock Installation Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I use my tools as a professional, installing as many as 4, 6 or 8 installations a day. I have had my lock installation tool for about a year and a half. This tool is well thought out for complete start to finish work in the most efficient way. It is more economical than some tools I have used but performs as well. It is more expensive than economy kits offered at some local lumber/hardware stores but is much more efficient and durable. In my demanding use my tool set is now showing considerable ware but I have been able to buy replacement parts as necessary. Dislikes: 1.) I find the 1" boring bit too agressive at times. I see doors of many differant materials from day to day. When trying to get a fine finish on your job, this augger bit really bites in making it hard to control, and sometimes produces splintering or cracks that deface an otherwise beautiful job. 2.) The 2 1/8' boring bit wears (Dulls) rapidly, especially if you hit the occasional hidden nail or screw. In my area I have had no luck finding someone setup to resharpen them. replacements are expensive.

I would buy this tool again.

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money, May 5, 2003

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Troy McLain (Thayne, WY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Porter-Cable 511 Cylindrical Lock Boring Jig Lock Installation Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this item expecting to be able to use it on a job that required pre-hanging a houseful of doors. I was very disappointed. It would not perform even to minimum standards and I had to purchase a different brand of jig in order to complete the job. The plastic houseing was of very poor quality. I would recommend anyone considering this item to re-think their purchase.

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars This is junk!, June 19, 2003

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William Weatherwax (St. Croix, USVI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Porter-Cable 511 Cylindrical Lock Boring Jig Lock Installation Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this piece of junk and built 5 doors. I used this toy to bore the holes. It's made out of plastic! It split wood out on the other side of the door! It caught on itself and buggered up the jig! This is a toy for use by the non professional. I am very dissatisfied with this Boring Jig. If you want a good one, Templaco Tools Inc. or Kwiklocks.com or just get one that is not made out of plastic!