Hillman Fasteners 461495 Bright Spike Nail 3/8x12 5lb

Product Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 461495 is a bright spike nail designed for heavy-duty fastening in timber framing, landscaping, and structural applications. Measuring 3/8 inch in diameter and 12 inches in length, this nail delivers the shank length and holding power required for through-fastening thick lumber, railroad ties, and large timbers. The bright finish indicates an uncoated steel surface suited for dry or interior applications. Each box contains 5 pounds of nails, providing a practical jobsite quantity for framing crews and contractors.

Spike nails in this diameter and length are commonly used in residential and light commercial timber construction, retaining wall assembly, dock and pier framing, and heavy landscape tie installation. The 3/8-inch shank handles the lateral and withdrawal loads typical of dimensional lumber and rough-sawn timber connections. Contractors, carpenters, and general laborers working on structural framing or site work will find this nail appropriate for applications requiring a large-format fastener driven by a hand maul or sledgehammer.

Key Features

• 3/8-inch diameter shank for high withdrawal and shear resistance in timber connections
• 12-inch length suitable for through-fastening thick timbers, railroad ties, and landscape lumber
• Bright finish steel construction for use in dry and interior environments
• Sold by weight in a 5-pound box for convenient jobsite handling and quantity estimation

Compatibility

Designed as a standard spike nail for use in heavy timber framing, landscape construction, and structural fastening applications where a large-diameter, long-shank nail is required.

Installation Notes

Spike nails of this size are typically driven with a hand maul, sledgehammer, or heavy framing hammer and are installed by carpenters, general contractors, or laborers. Pre-drilling a pilot hole is recommended in hardwoods or dense timbers to prevent splitting and reduce driving effort. Because the bright finish offers no corrosion resistance, use in exposed outdoor or wet environments is not recommended. Follow applicable building codes and structural fastening schedules when using spike nails in load-bearing connections.