The insert holds the gasket tight to the glass so it doesn't leak. I'm guessing the stainless reveal moulding probably wont completely cover the insert void so we'll need to put something in there that serves the purpose and doesn't look bad.
I bought a 5/16 diameter black lock cord for a different gasket but I haven't attempted putting all these mismatched parts together yet.
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