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What Customers Are Saying
Customers report mixed results, with most finding the product effective when using the correct bolt-and-nut installation method rather than a screwdriver, which causes breakage. However, many experience frustration with material brittleness, particularly in hardwoods where inserts fracture despite proper technique. Success heavily depends on precise pilot hole sizing, yet packaging omits this critical specification, forcing users to research elsewhere. While the majority achieve positive results with proper installation, a substantial group encounters failures, leading some to recommend steel alternatives instead. Overall, reviewers acknowledge effectiveness but emphasize these inserts demand expertise and precision.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Worked As Expected
I looked all over for a #10 x 24 Wood insert and it worked out very well - exactly as I expected
I break every other insert.
Would Not RecommendThese are made to spec. I find brass is just too soft for this application, particularly into hardwood.
Verified Purchaser
Total junk
Would Not RecommendThe thread pitch is too severe to get this to thread in straight easily. The slotted design is horrible. Of the two 2 count packs I purchased, two of them broke, one while trying to insert it, one while trying to back out one that went in crooked. Had to spend over 3 times the price of a pack on a set of spiral screw extractors to remove the broken one.
From 1_SLASH_4-in x 20 Brass Brass Wood insert Nut 2 Count Verified Purchaser
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Fits just right
Would RecommendDrilled a 3/8” hole and twisted this in with a large straight blade screwdriver. The leg for the footstool threaded right in for an effective repair. Easy to use, worked great!
off a little
Would RecommendI drilled a 5/16 hole and snapped 2 off because it was too tight. Lowes exchanged them and I rounded out the hole some with the drill. They went in and will work great. 5 stars if I didn't have to adjust the hole and the extra trip.
Perfect!
Would RecommendPerfect for joining legs to table top. Easy installation
From 5_SLASH_16-in x 18 Brass Brass Wood insert Nut Count Verified Purchaser
break off VERY easily
Would Not RecommendDon't waste your money on these. I broke two of them off using a flat head screwdriver. I drilled 21/64" hole. Google search said to use 5/16" hole. There wasn't much left of them, or I would have returned them to Lowes because I paid about $2.00 apiece. Now I am going to try the hex head inserts. :( It would be nice if Hillman would provide hole size they're designed for, but then they wouldn't sell as many.
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Fits the Bill
Quality brass insert
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