Grip-Rite GRTMP16 Mini Palm Nailer Review

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(More customer reviews)Grip-Rite GRTMP16 Mini Air Nailer
I've just finished building a deck, using this mini-nailer to attach several dozen joist hangers and hurricane straps.
Pros:
- As you can see from the Customer Images, this mini [palm] nailer is so small, it can fit into places a full-sized palm-nailer wouldn't. On this specific deck, there were two situations where only a mini nailer would fit, so I'm glad this tool was available. Size is this tool's advantage over a full-sized palm nailer.
- This tool is very light. Although Grip-Rite doesn't call it a "palm-nailer", the design is a copy of its larger cousins. It's so tiny, "finger-tip" nailer seems about right.
Cons:
- The Grip-Rite is far less powerful than a full-sized palm nailer, which isn't surprising. Small hammers aren't as powerful as large hammers.
As a test, I used it to drive a dozen 14 penny nails (3" long), into a 3.5" thick beam of Laminated Veneered Lumber. LVL is one of the denser construction-grade wood products on the market. The Grip-Rite took at least 2 full seconds to drive each 14d nail, and took up to 5 seconds for many nails; even then, most nail-heads were not flush. 5 seconds is an eternity for a palm nailer. As a comparison, my Bostitch PN100 (a full-sized palm nailer) took 1/3 second to drive each and every nail flush; faster than you can say "amazing".
For [short] 10d joist hanger nails into southern pine, the mini-nailer is OK, although it's noticeably slower in hard wood than a full-sized palm-nailer, which sinks those short nails in an instant.
- My Grip-Rite nailer leaked from the get-to between the two tool halves; and the factory Allen screws were tight. Not much air escapes, but enough so that a small air compressor comes on every 5 minutes when not using the tool. The "warranty" doesn't even cover seals, so if you buy one of these, check for air leaks immediately, before using it. Your best recourse with a leaking tool is to return it promptly for a refund. Of the dozen air tools in my shop, it's annoying that this is the only one that leaks. (I also removed the screws and the seal looked fine and was properly installed.)
Other:
- As with any palm nailer, use hearing protection EVERY time you use it, even if driving a single nail. These tools are incredibly loud; even more so in confined spaces.
Summary:
If you don't own a palm nailer, my advice is to buy one of the full-sized models. Full sized palm nailers won't fit into super-small spaces, but they can drive a huge variety of nails into any wood in well under a second. This Grip-Rite is much more limited in its range of applications, and is simply unacceptable for large nails in hard wood.
However, if you already own a full-sized nailer, if you're a builder, or you are a tool nut like me; and you do so many projects that you'll likely face cramped spaces, mini-palm nailers like the Grip-Rite and Senco PC1195 are the smallest palm nailers on the market.

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With all the functionality of a full-sized palm nailer at one-third the size and weight, the Grip-Rite GRTMP16 Mini Palm Nailer fits into tight spaces where a full-sized palm nailer can't. It drives up to a 3-1/2-inch 16d nail without creating hammer marks, and it features a magnetic nose to hold the nail in place, so you get accurate placement every time.
Strength and Durability in a Lightweight PackageThe compact Grip-Rite Mini Palm Nailer is designed to handle framing, hurricane straps, fencing, decking, and other nailing jobs in tight areas. Because it weighs just one pound, the tool is comfortable to operate for long periods without fatigue. Its compact size also makes it easy to store.
Magnetic Nail Holder for Easy PositioningA magnetic nail holder keeps each safely in place during positioning to free up one of your hands. One you've set the nail, the Mini Palm Nailer accurately delivers multiple hammer blows until the nail is fully driven.
All-in-One Kit Has Everything You NeedIncluded with the Grip-Rite Mini Palm Nailer is everything you need for immediate operation and maintenance, including a metric hex wrench to tighten screws, air tool oil for proper lubrication of O-rings and internal parts, and a male air plug.
About Grip-RiteSince introducing its fasteners in 1975, Grip-Rite has become a major manufacturer of pneumatic fastening systems, fencing and wire goods, steel and poly products, building materials, and concrete accessories. The company's materials are used in a variety of home improvement and remodeling projects throughout the world.
What's in the BoxMini palm nailer, metric hex wrench, air tool oil, and male air plug.

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National Nail 136400 Stinger Cap Stapler Review

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(More customer reviews)The Stinger is a hammer-tacker type staple gun that allows you to shoot a staple and a plastic cap with one swing. Normal hammer tackers have been used for years to install things like housewrap, but the thin staple doesn't have much holding power with housewraps, felt, roofing paper, etc. It's easy to tear the paper. But the addition of a plastic cap between the staple and the wrap offers greatly improved holding power.
Loading the Stinger: The staples load as they would in any hammer tacker/stapler. But the plastic cap strip loads separately, and it's hard to guess how. The only instructions provided are three small black and white photographs with brief captions. I had to resort to the manufacturer's website. There's a great video showing how to load the staples and caps into the Stinger (I guess they realized the need for instructions only after their rush to market). Of course, the video probably won't help you at the jobsite.
Ergonomics: I'm an average-sized man, and I found it very difficult to get a grip on the Stinger that allowed me to swing it effectively. The large plastic cap magazine is in the way. Normal hammer tacker/staplers have narrow handles that you can grip in many different positions--like a hammer. If you've used a hammer tacker, or any hammer, you know how important a good grip and swing is to effective driving. The bulky cap magazine should have been mounted elsewhere to allow for a normal grip. The lack of a good grip added greatly to the other problems I experienced.
Making the Cut: Like another reviewer, I had repeated problems with the stapler not cutting the link between caps when swung. You see, in addition to driving the staple when the head hits the paper, a sharp edge is supposed to automatically cut the small connectors between plastic caps. But if your swing isn't quite right, it's likely that this cutting action will fail. When the cut fails and you pull the stapler back for the next swing, several caps get pulled out and wasted. I could not find any way to push them back into the Stinger. You just have to twist them off and keep going. This is a very, very annoying problem. It keeps you from moving quickly and developing a rhythm. You begin to doubt each swing, not wanting to pull back quickly in case the cut wasn't successful.
Trigger Mechanism: Between each swing you have to pull a trigger with your index finger that advances the plastic caps. The trigger is well-located and easily pulled, but the advancing mechanism is far from accurate. When the caps fail to advance properly, which happened at least one of every dozen or so swings, the staple will not be centered on the cap. If it's too far off center, it does no good at all and will likely fall off the siding.
Even worse, if the caps don't advance properly, the cutting edge will strike part of the cap instead of the cap connectors. If you swing hard enough, the Stinger will cut through the edge of the cap, but then you'll have the same problem again and again until you stop and adjust the cap strip. And the only way to do that is to advance the strip and tear off and throw away one or more caps.
Conclusion: Avoid this tool. You quickly get to the point where every swing is a shot in the dark. You are swinging harder to make up for the poorly-designed cutter, and you're slowing down in case it doesn't cut. You're also unsure of the trigger advance, so you're slowing down to look at the cap strip position before swinging. Every unsuccessful swing becomes more and more aggravating, and soon you'll wish you'd never heard of this flimsy tool.
And that's my last point: The Stinger just isn't made well. The plastic on the cap magazine is thin and cheap. The metal trigger actually bent to the point of becoming inoperable, so by the end of one wall I had to pull the cap strip out manually one cap after each swing. And these are just some of the problems I experienced. It took me and two workers almost ninety frustrating minutes to install wrap on one single-story wall.
What's a guy (or gal) to do? Stick with a regular hammer tacker/stapler. Or buy the nails that come in a box with a plastic cap on each nail. Or, if you can justify the expense, buy a pneumatic cap stapler...of course, they cost about eight times as much. In any event, save yourself the expense and extreme frustration of this poorly-designed, cheaply-built contraption.
One last thing: I called the manufacturer about these problems. They did not care about the problems I experienced and told me that the Stinger carries NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER! But I could seek a refund from the retailer. Of course, that retailer won't take back a partially-used box of staples and caps. And the smallest box of staples/caps costs more than half as much as the Stinger.


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General Tools 1267 Screw Snap Fastener Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)This tools works very well and is made very well. I expect it to last nearly forever. Produces professionally installed looking snaps. I would find it hard to believe another similar tool works any better. Purchase with confidence.

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Screw Snap Fastener Kit With 6 Fasteners, Contains 2 Piece Setting Tool & 6 Fastener Sets, Solid Brass Fasteners With Nickel Plating, Will Not Rust, Knurled Body For Greater Comfort & Safety, Use Fasteners To Repair Or Replace Broken Fasteners For Canvas, Tarpaulins, Awnings, Lawn Furniture & Pool Covers, Refills Available In Screw Snap Refill Pack, True Value # 313635.

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B & C Eagle A312X131HD/22 Round Head Plastic Collated Hot Dipped Galvanized Smooth Shank Framing Nail, 3-1/2-Inch by 0.131-Inch 20-to-22-Degree, 500 per Box Review

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(More customer reviews)What else is there to say! I'm using the Porter Cable 193A nailer and these work well with it.

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B & C Eagle, 500 Count, 3-1/2" x .131, Smooth Shank, Hot Dipped Galvanized, Plastic Collated, Framing Nails, With Full Round Head, Fits The Following Nail Guns: Hitachi Nr83a, Nr83a2, Nr83a2s, Nr90ac, Duo-Fast Cn350, Senco Sn60, Sn65, Makita An8300, An922, Porter Cable Fr350, Fr350a, Fr350mag, Max Sn890rh, Bostitch N88rh, N95rhn, F21pl, Bosch Sn350-20F, B&C Eagle Sn2290, Dewalt D51844, D51850, Rigid R350rha, Milwaukee 7100-20 & Most Other 20 To 22 Degree Full Round Head Framing Nailers.

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Paslode 501000 F-350S PowerMaster Plus Pneumatic Framing Nailer Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had framing guns from Bostich , Senco and Hitachi. This is my favorite so far. I still Have the Hitachi. Earlier this year I needed an O ring for it . No one locally carried the part ,so I ordered it. In the mean time I had to get another gun. Tools of the trade rated the Paslode #1 in Two different tests. One last year and another one recently. I already buy the nails it uses for my impulse gun . It seemed to be a good choice so I thought I would try it out. I am very well pleased. It is a well made tool. Very solidly built and it performs flawlessly. It has more power than I expected (always a plus). You will appreciate the rubber grip and the adjustable exhaust as much as I do. Add the easy depth of drive adjustment and you have the best nailer on the market. An added bonus is the nails it uses. They are collated with glue and paper. This combo is the best I have seen . Drop them get them wet , whatever it won't matter. They stay intact , unlike the other gun nails that use paper , plastic or wire collation. They are very tough and that is very good for us. If you can use clipped head nails in your area don't waste time on another nailer. Buy a Paslode.

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The Paslode F-350S PowerMaster Plus 30-Degree Framing Nailer is a reliable workhorse that no jobsite should be without. Offering an unmatched combination of power, comfort, and durability, this heavy-duty pneumatic nailer is the perfect tool for framers, general contractors, custom homebuilders, and remodelers. Delivering more than 10% more power-per-pound than the competition, the PowerMaster Plus easily drives nails through engineered lumber, so it will make short work of everything from framing and sheathing to fence and deck construction.
Professional-Grade Tool Simplifies Framing JobsIdeal for professional framing work, the PowerMaster Plus drives 2" to 3-1/2" 30-degree clipped and full-head papertape nails with .113" - .131" diameters in engineered lumber, so you can handle decking, sub-assembly blocking, sheathing, and trussing of all types. And when you're tackling a big job, you'll be grateful for the PowerMaster Plus's high-capacity one-piece aluminum magazine, which holds up to 84 nails (two strips).
Sequential Operation for Greater EfficiencyWith the PowerMaster Plus you can choose either manual or sequential operation and drive up to 12 nails per second--the barrel-shaped nose will ensure an easy line of sight when nailing. To keep things simple, a durable work contact element adjusts on the tool--not the compressor--for precise depth of drive, so you'll be sure to get the right depth for the job. To top it off, the contact element is specially designed to securely grip wood during toenailing.
Big Power in a Compact PackageWeighing just 8.4 pounds and operating at 80-120 psi (5.5-8.3 bar), the PowerMaster Plus delivers over 10% more power per pound than the competition. Offering all the muscle you need to drive through engineered lumber. This tool is surprisingly easy to handle.
To save you time and energy, the PowerMaster Plus features an ergonomic design that places the center of gravity close to the trigger, providing optimal balance and the lowest recoil of a tool of its size. And with a soft-grip handle, it's comfortable to hold, even during all-day jobs.
Incredibly compact, the PowerMaster Plus has a height of just 13.3", so it will easily fit between 16" joists, rafters, and on-center studs. A rafter hook--which is located on the magazine and can be moved out of the way when it's not needed--makes it easy to hang the PowerMaster Plus on your tool belt, ladder, or rafter.
For further ease of use, this pneumatic nailer features an adjustable air-deflector cap and a main valve that improves airflow and performance over a wide range of operating conditions. A bolt-on-end plug makes for quick service and secure compressor attachments.
The PowerMaster Plus is backed by a 90-day limited warranty on wear parts, a six-month limited warranty on magazine parts, and a one-year limited warranty on housing and cap parts.
About Paslode: Providing Professionals with Innovative SolutionsWith more than 70 years of experience, Paslode provides the standard by which other pneumatic and cordless fastening systems are measured. With its goal to provide professional users with high-quality fasteners and fastening tools, Paslode has achieved many industry firsts and innovations, including powerful tools that drive through the toughest woods--even LVL--and fuel-cell batteries that save time and energy.
What's in the BoxNailer; bump fire trigger; reducing bushing; hex wrench (on tool); safety glasses; and owner' s manual.

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Duo-Fast 5020DLAF Sureshot, 1/2 crown, 20 Gauge, 5/32-Inch to 5/8-Inch Stapler Review

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(More customer reviews)Full auto capacity with 200 round magazine and fires at a maximum but variable rate of 1 per trigger pull to 1200 rounds per minute fully automatic, simple safety to use, with no tear tip. Works awesome on Tyvek, tar paper, and co-workers.
Highly recomended for anyone in the construction field needing to save time, will cut tyveking time from hours to minutes.

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Features:Double length, bottom load magazine for fewer reloads Auto-fire trigger, adjustable up to 1,400 cycles per minute Industrial-grade quality for high-volume applications Uses same 5008C or 5010C fasteners as the HT-550 hammer tacker Applications: Furniture Upholstery, Insulation, Light Wood Assembly, Roofing PaperWeight: 2 lbs. 10 oz. Dimensions: 5 13/16"H 13 3/4"L Fasteners: 5000 Series

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Senco FinishPro 42XP 15 Gauge 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch Finish Nailer with Case Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these guns recently as a replacement for another nailer. I put in thousands of feet of crown moulding every month and have yet to have any sort of misfire or double nailing. It also sets the head of the nail comfortably below the surface each and every time. ...Yet another great SENCO tool!

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Designed for the unique demands of dedicated professional use, the Senco FinishPro 42XP 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 15-Gauge Finish Nailer is packed with the powerful, innovative features you need to tackle virtually any job. It features a balanced, ergonomic design and lightweight construction that help minimize wrist and arm fatigue, so you can get more done in less time.
The 42XP will help you with all your nailing jobs around the house. View larger.Tackle the Toughest Nailing JobsWith an operating pressure of 70 to 120 PSIG, the 42XP is built to perform. It drives both bright and galvanized 15-gauge finish nails from 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 inches into even the hardest woods, including white oak, making it ideal for interior and exterior trim work, crown molding, base molding, door and window casings, cabinets, chair rails, and hard and soft wood flooring. Boasting magnesium housing, the 42XP is specially made to withstand wear and tear and see even the toughest jobs through to completion.
Experience Precise, Efficient ResultsThe 42XP features a dial-in depth gauge on the side for convenience, and a variable thumbwheel adjustable depth-of-drive that guarantees precise drives from first drive to last, while a 104-nail capacity keeps you working with fewer interruptions. To help ensure you maintain progress, it also includes an EZ-Clear latch to prevent jams from getting in the way of your work. For additional efficiency, the 42XP also resists misfires and double nailing.
Work in Safety and ComfortEven though the 42XP is built tough, it has a lightweight construction that makes it easy to handle. The nailer also features a balanced, ergonomic design with a premium custom grip and trigger, helping ensure your comfort and safety while you work.
Protect Your Work SurfaceAble to deliver superior results without harming delicate work surfaces or materials, the 42XP boasts Senco's exclusive "NeverLube," which is designed to prevent the mess and damage caused by oil spills. There's also a no-mar pad to protect wood while simultaneously guarding against slipping.
The 42XP measures 4 x 11.5 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs just four pounds. It is backed by a five-year warranty.
About SencoFor over 50 years, Senco Products, Inc. has provided high-quality products to make it easier for both professionals and remodelers to complete a wide variety of renovation, construction, and industry work. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with distributors worldwide, Senco is one of the leading manufacturers of pneumatic and powered fastening systems, as well as the fasteners they drive. Their tools boast superior workmanship and are used in a variety of industries, including home construction and remodeling, cabinet and furniture assembly, manufactured housing and industrial packaging.
What's in the BoxSenco FinishPro 42XP 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 15-Gauge Finish Nailer, and case.

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DEWALT D51321 3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch Coil Roofing Nailer Review

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(More customer reviews)My 4 Dewalt nailers have been through about 70 roofs now with no problems at all. The unit is nice, reasonably priced, and very durable. I also use Porter-cable, Hitachi, Rigid (worst BY FAR), Bostich, and Paslode. If I was to rate it, the only nailer I would put ahead of it is the Hitachi, but it is double the price.

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Fast, powerful, and intuitively designed, the DeWalt D51321 Coil Roofing Nailer is built to meet the serious demands of roofing professionals. This heavy-duty 3/4-inch to 1-3/4-inch coil nailer offers a cycle rate that lets you work as fast as you need to. A pneumatic-bias feed piston ensures consistent nail feed even when pressure fluctuates. This reduces the potential for skipping and jamming, saving you time, money, and frustration. If a bent fastener does get caught in the nose piece, a nose door with integrated jam clearing means that you get back to work fast. Nail loading is fast and easy too, with an easy-access side-load canister design. For task-specific performance, a unique nail height adjustment lever lets you find the perfect depth setting quickly and without tools. And at just 4.9 pounds with a durable magnesium housing, this tool is easy to handle for improved precision and less end-of-day fatigue. This well-balanced tool provides improved safety, with a trigger lock-off that allows you to disable the trigger when the nailer is not in use and replaceable anti-skid pads that prevent the tool from sliding away from you on sloped roofs. And performing routine maintenance and cleaning of the feed piston area is simple with the easy access granted by a convenient hinged cover. Beyond the features that make this nailer so easy to use are a set of details that help ensure dependability and a long life, including durable carbide inserts in the contact trip foot and a double O-ring design that protects the feed piston.

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Porter-Cable FCN200 Pneumatic Flooring Cleat Nailer Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great must have tool for DIY wood floors. While every company that's in the tool business seems to make a nailer (Senco, Bostitch, etc.), what sets the Porter-Cable apart is it's balance and civilized look. The look doesn't matter, but if you don't want to mar the wood floors by having a tool keel over and damage the floor, then this is the tool to get.
The "last nail" comment is a very true. If you try to drive that single last nail, unpredictable results may occur. In my case, I had to throw the piece away (actually cut it for the closet), since the last nail went in almpst parallel to the surface of the wood and skimmed the finish off the top. If the wood hadn't been there, it probably would have shot across the room.
Finally, although the pneumatic nailers save you from backbreaking hammering, the nose takes more than just a light tap. A slightly sharp wack will drive the nails perfectly. Too soft and the nails don't get driven all the way. Too hard, and I'd be afraid that the tool would get damaged.
One more item to note is that depending on the hardness of the wood flooring, you will have to adjust the air pressure to prevent cracked tongues. This isn't a FCN200 issue, but just generally true overall.
Highly recommended.
Review Update:
After 4 years or so, the tool is still as good as the first day I bought it. My initial personal project was about 800-1000 sf. I'm now past 2500 sf (helped two friends install their floors in family/living rooms) installed and another 1500 sf or so more to go for my own house.
This is a professional tool and the quality shows. I haven't had to have it rebuilt or order parts. Clean it ocassionally and use oil and an air filter and forget about it.
Review Update 2:
Still going strong after 7 years now. In fact, I had some floor professionally installed (about 2,000 sf) and the Ramm (something or other) that the installers were using broke on them. They ended up using my nailer for the last 1,500 sf. The installers commented that they liked the FCN200 nailer better.

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The Porter-Cable FCN200 Two-Inch Flooring Cleat Nailer drives 1-1/2 to 2-inch cleat nails quickly and efficiently. Durable and built to last, this nailer features a 100-cleat, rear-load, gravity-feed magazine with bypass pusher, and it has a well-balanced, stable design for dependable results in both traditional and engineered hardwoods.
Balanced, Ergonomic, and PowerfulThe FCN200 features a balanced, ergonomic design, and it stands upright for easy, stable use. It also has a low center of gravity that allows it to stand independently without falling over.
And because the FCN200 is made from durable, lightweight die-cast aluminum, it's heavy-duty enough to complete tough jobs, yet comfortable enough for extended use.
The FCN200 uses a compressor to provide air at approximately 70-100 PSI. It weighs just 13 pounds and arrives preassembled with an angled air hose nipple.
L-Shaped Cleat Extends Floor-LifeWhereas traditional flooring nailers use staple fasteners that don't allow for wood expansion and can shorten the life of a floor, the FCN200 utilizes an L-shaped cleat as its fastener. This cleat allows the floor to contract and expand naturally, even as it holds the floor in place.
And because standard 3/4-inch-thick solid hardwood flooring requires 2.0-inch cleats for secure installation, the FCN200 accepts cleats measuring from 1.5 to 2.0 inches. This means you can handle flooring materials of various thicknesses, including thinner engineered woods.
Additionally, the hammer head is short enough to allow the compressor to get close to the wall for installation of starting rows.
What's in the BoxFCN200; mallet; oil; wrenches; and 1/4-inch air fitting with dust cover.

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Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 Pneumatic Flooring Nailer Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a flooring contractor and after using $480 flooring nailers for the past 7 years, I can say this is well worth it. My previous nailer bit the dust in the middle of a job and I rented one from "rip off Depot" and after spending $70 on a day and a half rental I figured I would order this one to at least get me past this flooring job and then cross my fingers for the next. I can honestly say that this is as good or better than both of my Bostich staple nailer and cleat nailer (each over $450!!!). Also, keep this in mind, all these nailers are made in China, none are made in the USA anymore. Bostich or aka Stanley used to make their nailers in the USA and it was worth the price but they have since fired all they american laborers and have not lowered their prices dispite the 1/4 cost of building the nailer since being built in China, now they are made in China for about 1/4 the cost and the rest is now in the wallets of CEO's of Stanley/Bostich so it really doesn't matter anymore( damn shame to). Stanley /Bostich is simply riding on their name. All the brands are pretty much the same now a-days unfortunetly. The 7 year warranty caught my eye and is key. This is definetly a no brainer. Here are a few obvious perks ...
Freeman Nailer ($190) 7 year warranty - Bostich - ($470 +) 7 year warranty
Freeman Nailer T, L & Staples ($190) Bostich - Staples only! want L cleats? Spend another $470 ($960+)
Freeman Made in ChinaBostich - Made in China
Freeman Decent durable plastic Carrying Case Bostich - Cardboard Box & some used tape
Freeman Parts - Aluminum Bostitch Parts - "aircraft grade aluminum" i.e. ...um, Aluminum!
Freeman Rubber Mallet, Oil, wrenches Bostich - Rubber Mallet
The bottom line is this: If this Freeman nailer gets me past 5 years of service then It did the job and I made an Excellent investment. If it gets me past 2 years than I still made out. Not to mention they also have a seven year warranty and I did call their support before hand and tell them I had a broken one and they said they would send me a new one with shipping sticker to send old one back ( I always do this with expensive tools), so they seem to be standing behind their warranty. Also, this nailer shoots three different type of nails! So save your $280 for something else nad buy the Freeman. Only thing they need to do now is make the damn thing in the USA then I would REALLY be impressed and give the 5 stars! Also, "Aircraft grade Aluminum" is like saying my t- shirt is made of "aircraft grade cotton" ... there are 15 grade types of Aircraft aluminum and guess what- even Harbor Frieght tools are technically "aircraft grade Aluminum". Once again Bostich/Stanley is trying to screw with our heads, banking on hte name and robbing you blind.


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Freeman PFL618BR 3-IN-1 flooring stapler, T-Cleat and L-Cleat nailer combination is the work horse in the Freeman line-up. Our gun shoots both cleated nails and staples. It shoots 15.5 and 16 gauge staples ranging from 1 to 2 inches, and "L/T" cleats ranging from 1-1/2" to 2". The 3-in-1 magazine has a capacity of 100-120 staples/cleats. The body of this gun is constructed of durable die-cast aluminum for job site dependability for daily use. It comes with two composite non-marring base plates for added stability and protection against scratches to the flooring surface.

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Akuzuki Contractor Pro Series Dual Hardwood Floor Cleat Nailer and Stapler Review

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(More customer reviews)Have no fear in purchasing this nailer.This nailer is very well made and buying one vs renting one made more sense to me.(At $40-$50 per day to rent). I am installing Brazilian Walnut 3/4" by 2 1/4" solid hardwood flooring. This wood is 185% harder than oak. This nailer had no problem driving the nails. I purchased the "L" shaped cleat nails at my local Lowes. This is my first attempt at installing a wood floor. One tip for DIY'ers, practice on a scrap piece of flooring, I had to adjust the air pressure on my compressor to 90 psi. Also when hitting the nailer with the rubber mallet you need a nice firm swing,not to hard,not to soft, a few practice hits and you will get it. Now about the seller, great service, nailer arrived in 1 week, nailer is exactly as described, was delivered by Fedex in perfect condition. What sold me on buying from this seller was their great price and the fact that they did not charge an inflated shipping rate. To all readers of this review, Good Luck in you flooring project.

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Hardcore Tools® HARDWOOD FLOORING 1-1/2-Inch to 2-Inch Pneumatic 2 in 1 Flooring Cleat Nailer / Stapler Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased the Hard Core floor nailer based on posted reviews and was not disappointed. The pictures really don't show this is a big tool and well built. I used the nailer to install 3/4" walnut flooring using Bostitch 2" staples and it only mis-fired once trying to push 2 staples through at the same time. I would attribute this to the manufacture of the staple and not the tool. Jamb was easily cleared and it never missed a beat again. The instruction manual stated it used 16 gauge staples and I had trouble finding that size. In fact it uses 15.5 gauge with 1/2" crown and Home Depot had what I needed. Excellent quality tool and the price is right. If your looking I would recommend this item without reservation.

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B & C Eagle STCR5019-1/4 1/4-Inch by 18 Gauge Power Crown Staple (5,000 per box) Review

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(More customer reviews)These were purchased for my Bostitch H30-8 tacker. The local big box stores do not carry this staple. It was easier and, considering the driving cost, cheaper to get these from Amazon.
The reason for the 4-star rating rather than 5-star is that the Bostitch staples seem to be more corrosion resistant than these B&C Eagles.

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B&C Eagle 1/4 In., chisel point, galvanized, STCR series, hammer tacker staples. 5,000 per box. For use in the bostitch H30-8, EHS30, EHS50, PC1000, PC4000, PC5000, T5-8; hammer tacker staplers.

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Stanley 10-817 25mm Snap-Off Fatmax Xtreme Knife Review

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(More customer reviews)I received the Fat-Max_Extreme as a gift...I reach past other knifes for the Stanley FAT-MAX, I Love it ,It is a little heavy but really handy with the snap off blade.

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B & C Eagle BFN-112G 1-1/2-Inch by 15 Gauge by 25 Degree Galvanized Finish Nail (3,500 per Box) Review

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(More customer reviews)These nails for the Bostich gun are very useful for many different projects. The length is perfect for joining pine stock together. No problems with bending, deflecting, or double-shots. Plus, the glue on the nail helps hold them tight.

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B & C Eagle, 3,500 Count, 1-1/2", 15 Gauge, Galvanized Angle Finish Nail, Fits The Bostitch N60FN, N62FNK Nail Gun.

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Senco PC0947/FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)Need a brad nailer for your workshop? Look no further, this little tool is great. The compressor is small, lightwieght and (relatively)quiet. The nailer is also light but neverthless feels substantial and well built. And the gun uses so little air the compressor hardly ever needs to run. I use it for woodworking and projects around the home. Enough power for hard woods, and it does not mar the finish. I considered spending more for a DeWalt or Porter-Cable set up, but for my needs I'm glad I bought this package. It's easy to carry the entire set in one hand (very convenient). I'll never need to go beyond the 2 1/2 inch max. capacity. So ask yourself what you really need. If your not doing framing, work alone, and want a quality finished product, buy this set. The only drawbacks are (i) the instruction manual with little actual instruction and (ii) the 3 week delivery time. Hopefully supplies will increase over time.

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To save you both time and money, the Senco PC0947 Finishing Combo Kit contains everything you need for finish and trim jobs. The FinishPro 18-Gauge Brad Nailer is a versatile nailer for all your finish needs, and the Senco PC1010 is a 1.0 HP peak, one gallon, oil-less portable air compressor that's easy to carry and use in a wide variety of applications.
Fast, Powerful NailerWith an operating pressure of 70 to 95 psi, the FinishPro 18 drives 18-gauge brad nails from 5/8 inch to 2 inches. It's ideal for a range of installation jobs, including interior trim, cabinets, chair rail, crown molding, baseboards, bookshelves, and exterior trim.

Designed to be user-friendly, this nailer features an adjustable depth-of-drive and exhaust, as well as a belt hook that lets you take the tool everywhere you go. The soft grip provides comfort and control, a no-mar pad protects the work surface, and a rear bumper protects work finish.

Rugged and Compact CompressorPowered by a 1.0 HP (peak), 0.5 HP (running) oil-less motor, the PC1010 compressor has a one-gallon capacity tank. It provides 4.0 amps at 115 volts and 120 psi max output. The 1/4-inch quick disconnect coupler and regulator provides consistent, reliable operation, while individual gauges for tank and regulated output allow you to easily keep track of pressure. And because the PC1010 is electric, you won't have to worry about the expense and mess of oil.

Designed to be rugged enough for professional use, the PC1010 is lightweight at 20 pounds, and it features a cushioned handle for easy carrying and a compact, easy-store design. And to save you time, it pumps up in just over two minutes and recovers in only 35 seconds.

Both tools are backed by one-year warranty.

About Senco: Innovation Backed by ExperienceFor over 50 years, Senco has been setting quality and performance standards for the fastener industry. In fact, Senco was the true inventor of the pneumatic fastening industry way back in 1950, and they've been the leading innovator in fastener technologies ever since. As a company, Senco has achieved an unheard of ten thousand hours of fastener engineering expertise.

In just one year, their plant in Cincinnati alone uses enough wire to make 18 trips to the moon and back. Even more impressive is the fact that since 1996, Senco has sold over 500 trillion fasteners to trusted companies like Fleetwood, Champion, Merillat, Ashley Furniture, and other major manufacturers.

What's in the BoxFinishPro 18-gauge brad nailer; PC1010 one-gallon electric oil-less compressor; 1/4-inch x 25-foot coil hose; tool oil; all necessary air fittings; safety glasses; manuals; and variety pack of 18-gauge brad nails.

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Stanley TR150 SharpShooter Heavy Duty Staple Gun Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't buy this product--it stinks. Deserves ZERO STARS. I bought this stapler/brad-driver to help me replace screening in wooden frames. I would have done better with a manual stapler and individual nails hammered in by hand.
Staples jam about 20% of the time and require manual clearing. Individual mis-fed staples fall into an internal slot and you must remove the group of staples and shake the unit vigorously to get the jammed staples to fall out.
Try as I might, I could not get staples to drive into the screen frames (pine) straight and true with any regularity. The staples ended up skewed, bent, and twisted. Only when I held the stapler firmly in place with one hand and prevented any recoil with the other hand, would the staples go into the wood properly. That's a tough maneuver when one hand pulls screening tight and the other hand operates the stapler.
The brad-driver part of this product is useless. The brads hardly ever drive flush with the wood surface and usually require a final tap or two with a small hammer. As with the staples, the brads jam or mis-feed frequently and sometimes the unit drives two brads simultaneously. The brad-loading arrangement is a kludge. A group of brads slides down one side of the staple slot (poorly described in the instructions). But because no rail keeps them in place, the spring-loaded "pusher" makes it impossible to load two or more segments of brads. So, if you end up with just a few brads in a group, either continue until you need a complete reload or pitch the few remaining and load a longer segment of brads. This design flaw means you end up with odd bits of brads that you have to load individually or throw away.
I plan to look for a professional-grade brad driver for some projects, but it will not come from Stanley's line of tools.

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The Stanley TR150 SharpShooter Heavy Duty Staple Gun features an easy-squeeze handle that reduces hand fatigue, and an anti-jam mechanism that saves time on the job. The gun's high-visibility yellow color easy to spot in a toolbox or workshop, and its durable aircraft-aluminum housing withstands the heavy use and abuse that you can dish out. The staple gun delivers high power and deep penetration, and has an easy-slide full-stick staple load for added convenience. This staple guns uses Stanley SharpShooter TRA700 or Arrow T-50 heavy duty staples.

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