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Internet # 311263891

Model # 860398

Store SKU # 1010888185

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Empire/Westbrook 3 in. x 2.3 in. W x 3.4 ft. H Black Steel Fence Post

$10.97
  • Easy to install with no digging or concrete required
  • Durable powder-coated steel helps prevent rust
  • Black fence matches most any lawn and garden decor
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About This Product

The Empire/Westbrook fence is a versatile fencing solution that will add style and elegance to your garden or walkway. The post features a powder-coating for added durability and to help prevent corrosion so your fence will last for years to come. The fencing system is quick, easy, and painless to install. No digging or concrete is required for installation, simply drive stake post unit into ground using a hammer or mallet and panels and gate join together by passing the posts through the eyelets. The post stake unit is compatible with both the Empire and Westbrook fencing systems.

Highlights

  • Durable powder-coated finish helps prevent rusting and stands the test of time and weather
  • Features a decorative round finial top
  • Quick and easy to install- no digging or concrete required for installation
  • Compatible with Empire Fence Panel (Model #860374MC), Empire Gate (Model #860350), Westbrook Fence Panel (Model #860329), and Westbrook Fence Gate (Model #860350)
  • Installs easily by driving the stake into ground and the post into the stake
  • Fence is ideal for fencing gardens and walkways, accent fence and other fencing projects
  • Post is compatible with both Empire and Westbrook fencing system
  • 1-year limited warranty
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Product Information

Internet # 311263891

Model # 860398

Store SKU # 1010888185

Specifications

Dimensions

Actual post height (in.)

41.000 in

Actual post thickness (in.)

2.300 in

Actual post width (in.)

2.300 in

Nominal post height (ft.)

4 ft

Nominal post width (in.)

2 in

Details

Application Type

Line

Color Family

Black

Color/Finish

Black

Features

No Additional Features

Fencing Installation Type

No Dig

Includes

No Additional Items Included

Material

Aluminum

Number of Posts Included

1

Product Weight (lb.)

1.39 lb

Recommended Fastener

No Fastener Required

Returnable

90-Day

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year limited warranty

Questions & Answers

How do I stake my vigoro fence in the ground, mine ca.e without stakes
ByJul 18, 2026
1 Answer | 
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Thank you for your inquiry! Posts, gates, and panels are all sold separately for our No-Dig collections to ensure the consumer can use it for any project. To stake your fence into the ground we recommend using the compatible Empire Fence & Gate Post (Model #860398).

By|Jul 21, 2026


    How wide is the Vigoro empire gate?
    ByJul 18, 2026
    1 Answer | 
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    Thank you for your inquiry! It is 45 inches wide.

    By|Jul 21, 2026


      does the post set screws need to be put back in after post is installed?
      ByJul 1, 2026
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      No, the spike (after unscrewed from the post) will need to be installed all the way into the ground--and then put the post into the spike. You will not be able to put the screws back in because the spike will be underground. Best, Product Support

      By|Jul 6, 2026


        come with stakes
        ByJun 6, 2026
        1 Answer | 
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        The fence posts are sold separately, Item #311263891. Best, Product Support

        By|Jun 8, 2026


          a 4 pack gives 12 ft wide?
          ByJun 1, 2026
          1 Answer | 
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          Yes, that is correct! Please feel free to call our customer support team at 800.607.6409 M-F. 8am - 5pm EST if we can be of any further assistance. Best, Product Support

          By|Jun 2, 2026


            How wide is it?
            ByMay 25, 2026
            1 Answer | 
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            45in Wide. Best, Product Support

            By|Jun 11, 2026


              I need a gate with the fence
              ByMay 21, 2026
              1 Answer | 
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              Please refer to Internet # 311263897 for the Empire Gate. Best, Product Support

              By|May 22, 2026


                how many fence posts do you need?
                ByMay 9, 2026
                1 Answer | 
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                You will need 2 fence posts per panel. Best, Product Support

                By|May 11, 2026


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                  Customer Reviews

                  4.4 out of 5

                  • 4.4 out of 1,635 reviews
                  • 84% recommend this product
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                  Nice gate
                  Easy to install, looks great!
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                  Response from Product SupportMay 27, 2026
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                    • Recommended
                    I am so proud of my flower garden that is protected by the fencing I purchased from Home Depot and need to purchase a smaller size for another flower bed. These are easily constructed and I love the way the look.
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                    Response from Product SupportMay 11, 2026
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                    Easy to install and goes in super fast. Only used a rubber mallet. Very manageable DIY alternative for a small fence. I wish the gate had more secure options. 2 panels arrived slightly bent.
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                    Response from Product SupportApr 24, 2026
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                    These make installing the fence very easy. They are strong and well made. However, I did have one in the box missing the ball on the top. It was an easy exchange. Highly recommend this fencing system. It has made it through a very hard winter and shows no signs of failing.
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                    Response from Product SupportMar 3, 2026
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                    I bought this fence as a quick way to secure my mini sheep and keep them from destroying the garden. I am amazed at how easy it is to install and the quality of the fence. The only issue I had was when pounding in the poles, I didn't use a wood block to protect the ends, so some of the balls on the top of the posts are smashed in a little. But this is my fault for rushing. It only took my husband and me a few hours to fence off several areas of the yard.
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                    Response from Product SupportMar 3, 2026
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                    The screws kept popping out holding the arrow to the bar and would not go into the ground. I had to remove the arrows to go into the ground. Even though I was using a rubber mallot the top knows bent while trying to drive the arrows into the ground. Not a sturdy product.
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                    Response from Product SupportMar 18, 2026
                    Thank you for your feedback. We would like to learn more about your experience so we can make any necessary product updates or changes to best serve our customers. Please feel free to call our customer support team at 800.607.6409 M-F. 8am - 5pm EST so we can learn more about your experience. Best, Product Support
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                    Great Fence
                    Fence is well made. With an aded part was installed over concrete instead of dirt. New version don’t have the label glued so is easy to remove
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                    Response from Product SupportDec 9, 2025
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                      • Recommended
                      These fencing panels are fantastic for quickly creating a fenced in area. I had installed 12 panels three years ago, and recently wanted to expand the dog’s area in the back yard. I purchased a four pack of panels, and some extra fence posts. The whole project only took about a half hour which mainly involves digging through an existing rock wall. If it were not for that the fencing only takes minutes. The tricky part is that there is a little screw that has to be removed from the base and then reinserted once the panel is in place and the top part of the post is inserted through the panel into the base. (First you rubber hammer the base into the ground). We actually stopped reinserting the screw since our dog doesn’t dig or push on the fence. When first installed, we used one fence panel next to the house as a gate, and had it hinge on the fence post. This who thing couldn’t be easier. Is it tricky to get two panels lined up with the fence post when the ground is uneven? Yes. However in the larger scheme, these are quick, easy, busy most importantly sturdy and long lasting. There is absolutely no wear on the older panels. Plus, the panels used to come with sticky labels that were impossible to remove, but the new ones have an easy to remove label. I highly recommend these!
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                      Response from Product SupportNov 5, 2025
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                      Product Snapshot

                      Great for homeowners looking for durable fencing, making garden and walkway projects easier.
                      Great for light-duty pet containment and garden fencing, easy assembly, and no digging required.
                      DIY beginner-friendly steel fence post with no-dig installation and a 5-year warranty. Perfect for easy upgrades.
                      Built for durability, this 16-gauge steel fence post resists rust and offers easy installation. Ideal for residential and commercial fencing projects.

                      Height

                      3.4 ft.
                      56 in.
                      60.6 in.
                      72 in.

                      Rust-resistant Coating

                      Wall Thickness

                      2.3 in.
                      2 in.
                      2.3 in.
                      2 in.

                      UV Protection

                      Color Options

                      Black
                      Black
                      Black
                      Black