Jackson Palmer 2251 Piece Hardware Assortment Kit with Screws, Nuts, Bolts & Washers (3 Trays)…

Why this kit earned a spot on my bench

I’ve tried a dozen ways to keep small fasteners in order: coffee cans, magnetic trays, piecemeal organizers. None stuck. I picked up the Jackson Palmer kit because I wanted one compact, ready-to-go system that covered both metric and SAE without a trip to the hardware store mid-project. After months of use on furniture builds, appliance fixes, and shop maintenance, it’s become the first thing I grab when a loose hinge or bracket shows up.

Organization and case design

The kit is built around three stackable cases that lock together. Each case is dedicated to a category—wood and sheet-metal screws in one, SAE hardware in another, and metric in the third. That separation works. I don’t waste time guessing thread standards; I just grab the right case.

What makes these cases effective is the interlocking lid design. Close the lid and the dividers meet the underside, so parts don’t jump compartments when the case gets tossed in a truck or knocked off a bench. I stress-tested that more than once; nothing migrated. The dividers themselves are removable, so you can widen or subdivide compartments. That flexibility let me consolidate duplicates and free up space for oddball parts I use often.

A few notes on the hardware of the hardware: the locking tabs are plastic. They held up fine for me when carrying two or three cases together, but I wouldn’t stack a tall tower and haul it by the latch. The slide-in/clip system takes a moment to line up, and I found it easier to mate cases on a flat surface rather than in the air. Lids are clear, which helps with visual scanning, but the compartments aren’t labeled out of the box—more on that later.

What’s inside

This is a broad, not deep, assortment: 2,251 pieces across 62 sizes. The coverage is practical:

• Wood screws and sheet-metal screws (19 sizes, 665 pieces). The wood screws are heat-treated with Type 17 points (they start easily in wood without splitting) and six nibs under the head to self-countersink. Drive is Phillips.
• SAE machine bolts, hex nuts, and washers (22 sizes, 720 pieces). The “bolts” are Phillips-drive machine screws paired with standard hex nuts and flat washers.
• Metric machine bolts, hex nuts, and washers (21 sizes, 865 pieces).

The mix hits the common diameters and lengths I reach for on everyday jobs: appliance panels, brackets, light fixtures, furniture hardware, shop jigs, and general repairs. You won’t find specialty heads (Torx, square) or structural/graded automotive fasteners. Nuts/bolts are Grade 2—fine for household uses, not for load-bearing mechanical assemblies.

In use: day-to-day jobs

The real test was whether I could stop the “quick run to the store.” For most projects, yes.

• Cabinet hinge tune-ups and hardware swaps: The Type 17 wood screws grab cleanly, and the nibs seat flush in softwood and plywood without pre-drilling. In hardwoods, I still like a pilot hole for best results, but the point helps prevent walking.
• Sheet-metal tasks: The sheet-metal screws bite predictably in appliance housings and ducting. The plating has held up during installs without flaking.
• Light-duty assemblies: The machine screws plus nuts and washers are ideal for shop jigs, small brackets, and electronics enclosures. I appreciate having both metric and SAE within arm’s reach; matching an oddball thread on imported equipment is as simple as trying a metric first.
• Quick prototypes and fixes: Being able to “build from the box” speeds up problem-solving. For a shop vac cyclone mount, for example, I mocked up with what was on hand from the SAE case, then later replaced with stainless when I committed to the design.

Thread finish is consistent, and I haven’t run into mangled heads or badly cut threads. Drives are Phillips across the board, which is universal but not my favorite for high-torque work. For wood screws, the heat treatment seems right: they bite confidently and don’t twist off under normal use.

Quality and strength expectations

Grade 2 hardware is appropriate for general-purpose, non-structural work. It’s what I expect in a homeowner’s assortment. If you’re building vehicle suspensions, heavy machinery fixtures, or outdoor load-bearing structures, this is not the right kit—source Grade 5/8 or stainless as needed. For most indoor and light outdoor repairs, these fasteners are plenty.

The finish appears to be standard zinc plating. It resists casual rust in a shop environment, but I wouldn’t rely on it for long-term coastal or constantly wet applications. I treat this assortment as the “get it working now” solution and upgrade to stainless or specialty coatings when the job calls for it.

Portability and expandability

The stackable concept works well for home-to-job transitions. I can carry the whole stack like a single case, or just grab the metric case for a specific task. Because the latches are plastic, I keep stacks to three cases and support them from the bottom. The footprint is small enough to slide on a shelf or under a workbench without hogging space.

You can expand the stack with compatible empty bins, which is handy if you want to add a dedicated case for anchors, specialty screws, or your most used sizes in bulk. The uniform form factor makes for a clean, modular storage system.

Limitations and annoyances

No assortment is perfect, and a few realities are worth calling out.

• Depth vs breadth: You get many sizes, but only a handful of each. It’s great for one-off fixes and small builds; less great if you need 40 identical bolts for a project. Use this to prototype and proof fit, then buy bulk once you lock your BOM.
• Length coverage: The selection skews toward common, shorter lengths. I often needed to supplement with longer machine screws and wood screws for thicker assemblies. If you frequently build with 2x lumber or use spacers, plan to stock longer options separately.
• Labeling: The kit arrives with a paper key, but compartments themselves aren’t labeled. I added clear labels to the lid above each cell and taped the printed map to the inside. That turned “hunt and peck” into “grab and go.”
• Drive type: Phillips is fine, but I prefer Torx for woodwork and hex socket for machine screws to prevent cam-out. Consider this a convenience kit, not a drive-style preference kit.
• Plastic latches: They’ve held up, but they are plastic. Take care when snapping cases together and avoid tall stacks that add leverage and weight to the clips.

None of these are dealbreakers; they’re the tradeoffs you accept for a compact, all-in-one system.

Who it’s for

• DIYers and homeowners who want a one-stop fastener source for common repairs and installations.
• Makers and shop tinkerers who value having both metric and SAE on hand without overthinking thread standards.
• Pros who need a compact field kit for light-duty tasks, mockups, and emergencies, with the understanding that structural or outdoor-grade hardware will come from other bins.

If you already keep a deep inventory of specific sizes or work exclusively in one standard, you may prefer building a custom organizer around your needs. This kit shines as an all-arounder and a safety net.

Value and time saved

I judge assortments on how often they prevent a parts run. This one has paid for itself in saved trips. The convenience of a well-organized, broad mix beats piecemeal purchases, and the case system encourages you to keep it stocked and visible. There are fancier organizers and tougher fasteners out there, but for the price bracket and intended use, the balance of quantity, variety, and usability is spot on.

Tips to get the most from it

• Label the lid above each compartment and keep the included contents map handy.
• Add a thread checker and a small tape measure to one compartment.
• Drop in a couple of desiccant packs to combat shop humidity.
• Track what you burn through fastest and buy those in bulk to refill the compartments you rely on most.

Recommendation

I recommend the Jackson Palmer kit as a practical, well-thought-out fastener system for everyday use. It covers the right mix of sizes, keeps metric and SAE neatly separated, and the interlocking cases truly prevent the “box of chaos” problem. The hardware quality is appropriate for household and light shop work, and the portability makes it easy to bring the right parts to the job. Be aware of the limitations—Grade 2 strength, Phillips drives, and modest depth of each size—and supplement where your projects demand more. As a foundation kit you’ll use weekly, it earns its space.