A Higher Standard for Your Everyday Hardware Needs.
Not all basic hardware is created equal. At Vintage Parts Revival, we believe that even a standard carriage bolt should have superior quality. This New Old Stock (NOS) 1/2" x 3" carriage bolt is a perfect example—a reliable, general-purpose fastener made with the quality and attention to detail that sets it apart from the commodity hardware in big-box store bins.
This is your go-to bolt for a vast range of woodworking, construction, and general repair projects. The classic carriage bolt design features a smooth, low-profile head for a clean, finished look, while the square neck beneath it securely locks into wood to prevent the bolt from turning as you tighten the nut. The bright zinc-plated finish provides a good level of corrosion resistance, making it ideal for indoor or sheltered applications where the hardware won't be exposed to constant, direct moisture.
For projects that demand dependable hardware without the need for heavy-duty galvanization, this NOS carriage bolt offers the perfect blend of performance, quality, and value. Now available in convenient packs to suit the scale of your project.
Features & Benefits:
General Purpose Protection: A standard zinc-plated finish provides effective rust and corrosion resistance for most indoor or dry-environment applications.
Anti-Spin Square Neck: The square shoulder securely bites into wood, allowing for easy one-tool tightening from the nut side.
Clean, Finished Look: The smooth, domed head provides a safe, snag-free surface, perfect for furniture, framing, and machinery guards.
New Old Stock (NOS) Quality: Made with the robust steel and consistent manufacturing standards of the past, offering greater reliability.
Nut & Washer Compatibility: This bolt is designed to be used with a standard 1/2"-13 zinc-plated nut and washer.
Common Applications:
General Woodworking & Construction
Machinery Guards and Assembly
Interior Framing and Bracing
Assembling Crates and Shelving
Garage and Workshop Projects
Farm Equipment Repair (for internal or protected parts)
Specifications
| Attribute | Description |
| Diameter | 1/2′′ |
| Thread Pitch | 13 TPI (Coarse Thread) |
| Length | 3′′ (Measured from under the head) |
| Head Style | Round / Domed Carriage Head |
| Neck Style | Square |
| Finish | Zinc Plated |
| Grade | SAE J429 Grade 2 |
| Material | Steel |
| Condition | New Old Stock (NOS) |
| Nut Compatibility | Standard 1/2′′−13 Nut |
