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2-3/8-in x 1-3/8-in 7-in Galvanized Gate latch

Ratings & Reviews for Merchants Metals 2-3/8-in x 1-3/8-in 7-in Galvanized Gate latch

4.5
144
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 4.5 out of 5
144 Reviews


94% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this gate latch for reliable, smooth operation and straightforward installation completed in minutes with basic tools. The galvanized steel construction resists rust and feels robust, with reviewers describing it as solid and durable for long-term outdoor use. Most find it compatible with standard chain-link fences and appreciate the lockable feature for added security. A small number report compatibility issues with wider posts over 1.5 inches or occasional excessive play in the arm. Overall, customers consider it a dependable, well-made replacement for worn hardware.

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144 Customer Reviews

Good quality

Would Recommend

Bought a gate from another retailer. It arrived broken. Replaced with this katch. Much better quality!

May 6, 2026
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Gate hook

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It works as it should. Not much to say about a fence clip

May 3, 2026
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I really like it

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I like it

April 30, 2026
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This latch is strong and will last a long time.

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This latch is strong and will keep out unwanted visitors to my property.

April 24, 2026
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Plenty of fencing supplies gor all

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Worked perfectly

April 23, 2026
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Worked great!

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Loved that I was able to buy just the piece I needed without buying a fence kit

April 18, 2026
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Great solution, random find @ store

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Perfectly suitable for the metal gate application I have.

April 17, 2026
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Sturdy

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Easy installation and super durable.

April 16, 2026
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Serves the purpose.

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The latch is solid but has sharp points that need filing.

April 16, 2026
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Sturdy and does the job

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Worked well for a quick broken gate latch replacement. Nothing fancy but it lets you swap around the hardware freely to each side, if needed.

April 10, 2026
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Solid unit will last longer than I do!

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Easy to adjust to any sized catch pole. Quite sturdy and well galvanized

April 3, 2026
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Gate latch

Best price we could find. Works great.

March 30, 2026
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Find her if she is at the front checkout.

The assistance clerk, Jessica, was outstanding. She helped me get the scanner to recognize some of my purchases and was of extraordinary help. What a great employee!

January 9, 2026
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Gate latch

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A decent latch, only drawback is gap between latch is to large, allowing to much pivot

December 30, 2025
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Lowe’s is best

Perfect , exactly what I needed

October 14, 2025
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