How to identify a Bolt

So many bolts, so little time. Here’s a guide to help you figure out what the specs of almost any bolt, and tell if it’s either metric or standard.

It can get really confusing sometimes when it comes to fasteners since there are just so many. But this handy guide should help you learn the “nuts and bolts” of well…. nuts and bolts.

The first three major things to consider are: Length, Diameter, and Pitch.