10/24 x 1/2" Philips Head, stainless steel screws, and washers. Two screws and washers are used to attach each Blade to the Cutter. Screws and washers should be changed every two to three years, depending on wear of the heads. Screws should also be changed if calcium or mineral deposits have formed on the threads. Threads in the Cutter should be cleaned of all mineral deposits, and then greased before replacing with new screws. Set of 6.