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10-1/2-ft H x 1-3/8-in W 17 -Gauge Galvanized Metal Chain Link Fence Rail

Ratings & Reviews for Merchants Metals 10-1/2-ft H x 1-3/8-in W 17 -Gauge Galvanized Metal Chain Link Fence Rail

4.7
400
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 4.7 out of 5
400 Reviews


96% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this product for exceptional versatility, durability, and robust construction. Most highlight its multi-functional design, repurposing it as antenna masts, canopy supports, flagpoles, and bird feeder mounts beyond fencing applications. Reviewers consistently emphasize the galvanized finish, thicker gauge steel, and resistance to rust and weather damage, with many comparing it favorably to commercial poles. For fence repairs, customers report perfect fit with standard posts and caps, with the 10-foot length minimizing joints. A few mention price concerns, and one notes a minor size mismatch, but these rarely deter overall satisfaction. Most consider it a reliable, long-lasting investment.

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400 Customer Reviews

Product is exactly as described.

Would Recommend

Product Quality was good and as expected.

May 9, 2026
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Easy to use

Would Recommend

Great product

April 26, 2026
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easy to put together

two, does not equal a 21 ft top rail

March 30, 2026
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Best

Would Recommend

Solid good product

March 26, 2026
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Don't believe one lazy worker!

Would Recommend

I went to the store and was told they did not have this item in stock and didn't know when they would "with "all that is going on." So, I went home and ordered them online and guess what!?! The order was ready in THAT store within a short time. So I was lied to by a lazy worker who just didn't want to go get some for me!!!

March 23, 2026
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Just what I needed for the project

Would Recommend

Item was perfect, wished Lowe’s would have delivered it with the rest of my order that was delivered to my home.

January 28, 2026
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Expensive but does the job

It seems thinner than the old pipe (pre-1970) but does the job. It's a little too expensive.

January 26, 2026
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Multi-tasking

Not used for fence. Makes a great tv antenna pole.

January 25, 2026
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January 23, 2026
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Metal Tubing for Gate

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Worked fine as the horizontal and the vertical tubing for construction of a gate.

January 17, 2026
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Used for deck railing

Would Recommend

Lowes keeps these inside so they are clean when you recieve

November 11, 2025
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