Martin-IT Posted December 15, 2019 Report Share Posted December 15, 2019 Hi I have a HF compressor and nailer that came with it. I rarely used it, but the nailer is always a source of frustration with jams. My though, upgrade the nailer, the compressor is doing fine. Any recommendation ? I only used it when doing more 'craft' project, not for furniture, as an alternative to clamp while the glue dries on piece that clamping is doing really possible (bird house). In one of the many videos for xmas list poping up on youtube, someone recommended : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GKL4X2O/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?smid=AUEUXQQV6YS3R&psc=1 Senco Fastening Systems 8F0001N 1-3/8" Headless Pinner Anyone with experience with Senco ? Alternative in the same price range ? Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted December 15, 2019 Report Share Posted December 15, 2019 This is going to vary greatly on intended usage. I trim houses with a 15 gauge 2.5” gun. I do window molds with an 18 gauge that shoots 1.5” at the longest. Many finer trims can get away with 21 gauge. If a birdhouse is all you intend to build, I‘d go for that which you linked. Having said that, you can get cheaper that this gun in that format. The tiny fastener guns tend to be without many of the bells and whistles that make me picky with the big trimmers. Senco has not let me down ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chet Posted December 15, 2019 Report Share Posted December 15, 2019 I have a brad nailer and a finish nailer and both are Senco. If I were looking for any kind of pneumatic nail gun Senco would be my first stop. I have shot over 4000 finish nails (I am on my second case of 4000) and probably 1000 brads and the only time I had a problem it was operator error. One of the things that originally pushed me towards Senco was that they are design so that most repairs can be done by the owner. They sell kits with all the parts and gaskets you would need to do a complete rebuild yourself. But I haven't had to do anything to either of mine as of yet. Also they are oil free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleRidge Posted December 15, 2019 Report Share Posted December 15, 2019 Senco seems to make good tools and if you will only be needing a pinner, it would seem that the tool you are looking at could be a good choice. I've had a Firestorm (Black & Decker) 18 gauge brad nailer that was a hand-me-down when my father passed away several years ago. It has worked well and I still use it for some final assembly chores in my finish area which is located in the basement of my home. About a year ago I decided to expand the capabilities for my stand-alone workshop and after a lot of research and contemplation decided to go with a package of several pneumatic tools over a just a single unit. The reasons for my choice was to provide the widest range of options at an affordable price point, as well as having dependable equipment. I chose the Freeman P4FNCB kit which included a 23 gauge pin nailer, 18 gauge brad nailer, 18 gauge narrow crown stapler, a 16 gauge finish nailer, carry bag and a few other tidbits for about $200 ($50 / tool). The tools have performed quite well without jams and I don't have any complaints at all. I just wanted to toss out the above to give a little additional food for thought (particularly since there is only about a $46 cost difference). I really like the choice I made and haven't had any regrets - it fits my needs quite well. At the same time, each person's wants and needs are different and with a multitude of manufacturers and options to choose from, finding the best personal unit(s) can be easy to do - though overwhelming to sort through too. Good luck with your search and have fun with your final decision. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted December 16, 2019 Report Share Posted December 16, 2019 I like the Grex pinners. I have had the 23 ga for years and more recently bought the 18ga for my basement project. Not the cheapest but they work really well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackoak Posted December 20, 2019 Report Share Posted December 20, 2019 In my experience , avoiding cheap fasteners ( HF for the most part ) is wise . I have Grex , Senco , Rigid , Bostich , and Harbor Freight , and garbage in equals jamming and aggrevation . Not an item to get cheap on . just my opinion . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benz240 Posted December 20, 2019 Report Share Posted December 20, 2019 I just got the Dewalt 18ga cordless Brad nailer and have been really pleased with it. Biggest downside is the top heaviness compared to a pneumatic, but not having to deal with an air hose is really nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted December 26, 2019 Report Share Posted December 26, 2019 Get the older version Senco pin nailer, not the new version. A lot of the Nailers today leave huge holes because the head of the brad is huge. Senco seems to be smaller and less the hole to repair..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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