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Default Screw size in metal doors

On Feb 20, 10:11*am, "DanG" wrote:
Most commercial hinges, especially 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 butt hinges use
12-24 hinge screws. *These are not readily available. *Stop at a
lock shop or other commercial hardware vendor. *Make sure to use
#3 Philips to install - #2 will just cam out the screw slots.


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You likely nailed it, Dan. My guess was obviously possible, but wrong.

Joe