Heavy-duty bright steel spike with a smooth round shank, flat head for striking, and a sharp diamond point. The bright (uncoated) finish is intended for general utility work where surface coating is not required - use galvanized or coated spikes for permanent exterior installs that need rust resistance.

• Material: Bright (uncoated) carbon steel
• Head: Flat for striking
• Point: Diamond
• Shank: Smooth round
• Size: 5/16" x 8"
• Pack: 50 Lb Box (approx. 200 spikes)
• Manufacturer part number: 10405008

Tip: When pinning a single layer of 4x4 timber into firm soil, set spikes 16 to 24 inches on center and angle every other spike toward the back of the timber to lock it against frost heave.

Standard landscape timber spike - drives through a single 4x4 or 6x6 timber and into the timber or ground beneath. Common for raised beds, retaining edges, and pathway borders.