Tsamouris, the Fastener Specialists©
Patriot Bolt and Fastener in Humble, Texas, has claimed the title for the world’s largest hex nut with the
installation of “Big Tex the Incredible Hex” on their property. The massive 16 feet (4.9 meters) tall, 19 feet (5.8
meters) wide nut, crafted by Houston-based JK Welding, dethrones the previous record holder in Komenda,
Slovenia.
CEO and founder Kris Kolb decided to pursue the record, stating, “No better place to have that record in than
Texas because everything is bigger in Texas.” The silver-painted nut, weighing approximately 8,500 pounds
(3,855 kilos), features “Patriot Bolt” and “Made in Texas” inscriptions and boasts a 10-foot (3 meters)
diameter opening, making it theoretically functional if ever needed.
JK Welding owner and founder John King embraced the challenge, with his team investing over 450 man
hours across six weeks to complete the project. Eduardo Hinojosa, a JK Welding employee, expressed his
satisfaction with the outcome, saying, “I have never been a part of anything of this magnitude. This concept
was pretty fun.”
While a Guinness World Records verifier could not attend the installation, Kolb expects the record to be
officially recognized soon. The hex nut’s size significantly surpasses the Slovenian record, which measures
approximately 11.8 feet (3.6 meters) by 13.6 feet (41 meters).
As a leading provider of fasteners, at Tsamouris, we understand the importance of pushing boundaries and
showcasing the vital role bolts play in our world.