When you ask who makes the best tools, the answers vary. It’s a long-held belief around here that the manufacturer with the best cordless drill doesn’t necessarily make the best miter saw. The same can be said for each type of nailer. In fact, the best nail gun in the various categories and styles we cover brings many different manufacturers into the spotlight.

After reading through our list, be sure to leave your comments below and let us know if you differ on any of our picks.

Best Nail Gun for Framing – Pneumatic

Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Without a doubt, the best nail gun for framing has to be the Metabo HPT NR90AES1. Formerly the Hitachi NR90AES1, this is simply the lightest framing nailer we tested. We love the simple depth adjustment—which works with or without gloves. It also powers nails through the toughest materials. You get excellent visibility at the nose, quick and sure toenailing, and very little recoil.

This nailer takes nails up to 3-1/2″ x 0.148″ and has a tool-free mode change. The only crazy thing is it lacks dry-fire lockout and a rafter hook. I know, silly in this day and age, but true. We still love it and recommend it as our best pneumatic nail gun choice for framers. It has easy depth adjustment for various materials and outstanding power overall.

For the price (around $179) you’ll have a hard time beating this pneumatic framing nail gun.

We Also Recommend

• Milwaukee 7200-20 framing nailer – $229
• Ridgid R350RHF framing nailer – $229
• Max USA SN883RH3 Framing Nailer – $238

Best Nail Gun for Framing – Battery-Powered

Milwaukee FUEL 18V Cordless Framing Nailer

When it comes to pneumatic vs cordless nailers, pneumatic still wins for framing work. Still, you can definitely find some great tools for punch work. Available in both 21° and 30°, the Milwaukee M18 FUEL cordless framing nailers quickly impressed us. After testing these tools, however, the data quickly and clearly showed these nailers dominate other battery-powered tools.

While a tad heavy, they offer too many great features that tip the scales in their favor. You get zero delay on firing— even in bump mode. They consistently sink nails on every single shot, including when in rapid-fire bump mode. We even love the folding rafter hook and separate tool belt clip.

You can order an extended magazine for either model which holds 2 full sticks of nails. Most cordless nailers hold just one. Milwaukee clearly listened to its user base and made a great call there. Finally, we found the depth-adjustment easy to use, and we like the electronic switch that flips between the firing modes.

At $349 or $449 for the kit, this is the very best nail gun that runs off battery power alone.

We Also Recommend

• Metabo HPT 18V Cordless Framing Nailer – $229

Best Nail Gun for Framing – Gas or Fuel Cell

Paslode CF325XP Gas Framing Nailer

Though battery-powered nailers like our choice above keep getting better, the Paslode CF325XP framing nailer still finds favor among Pros. This especially holds true when it comes to punch-list work. This tool hit the market well before any of the pure battery-powered options.

We have an article on how fuel nailers work, but this tool drives its 30° nails when a small lithium-ion battery ignites a gas from a cartridge. It functions much more quickly than DeWalt and Bostitch battery-powered nailers with their firing delays. You do get a slight delay and a gas smell to put up with. Of course, there’s also the additional cost of new gas cartridges every 1200 shots or so.

Overall, the Paslode Cordless XP framer remains a popular cordless choice among Pro users. The lack of a bump-fire mode and its limited capacity makes it a tough sell as a primary tool, but it’s a capable cordless option. At $349, we still consider this the best fuel nail gun on the market.

Best Nail Gun for Finish Work – Pneumatic

Metabo HPT NT50AE2M 18 Gauge Finish Nailer

The Metabo HPT NT50AE2M 18 Gauge Finish Nailer is a solid performer. It lacks features like a dry fire lockout and swiveling air intake. That’s the trade-off you’re making for an incredible value while getting Metabo HPT’s pro performance level. This is an excellent option for Pros as their primary finish nailer.

You can’t beat the weight of this tool—just 2.2 pounds. Having used it extensively under the Hitachi moniker, the rebranded tool doesn’t disappoint. The price point also puts it squarely in the range of anyone looking for Pro-level performance. Carpenters, woodworkers, and anyone working with trim or cabinetry should love this tool.

For a bit more holding power, we also recommend:

• Senco Finish Pro 30XP 15-gauge finish nailer – $256.49
• Ridgid R250AFF 15-gauge angled finish nailer – $169

Best Nail Gun for Finish Work – Battery-Powered

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18-Gauge Finish Nailer

The second-generation Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18ga brad nailer improves both visibility and the rate of fire of the first-gen design. No small update, this finish nail gun truly feels and operates like a completely new tool. It provides fast firing with zero ramp-up delay. Similar to the way the Metabo HPT cordless framing nailer operates, the battery preps each shot before the tool fires. That eliminates any lag.

The tool also has a quick bump-fire mode, though we find ourselves using that less in finish work. Still, the quick firing speed should keep up with just about anyone’s needs. At $279 for the bare tool or $399 for the kit, it doesn’t come cheap. Then again, nothing good ever does.

We Also Recommend:

• Metabo HPT NT1850DESM 18-gauge Finish Nailer – $339

Best Nail Gun for Narrow Crown Stapling – Pneumatic

Senco SLS150Mg 18ga Crown Stapler

The magnesium body of the Senco SLS150Mg 18-gauge Crown Stapler makes it weigh a scant 2.6 pounds. A thumbwheel sets the depth of drive, and a simple selector switch swaps between bump fire and sequential fire modes. This finish nailer accepts 18 gauge 1/4″ crown staples that range from 1/2″ to 1-9/16″ and holds 110 fasteners. The (included!) air inlet also swivels to help avoid tangled air hoses.

You can pick up this excellent stapler for less than $100 at most retailers. The tool also comes with Senco’s 5-year limited warranty.

We Also Recommend

• Metabo HPT 18ga Narrow Crown Stapler (N3804A5) – $169

Best Battery-Powered Nail Gun for Narrow Crown Stapling

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Narrow Crown Stapler

Pro carpenters and tradesmen will love the Milwaukee M18 FUEL narrow crown stapler. We first got our hands on it back in 2019 and it made an impression. Like the Metabo HPT cordless framing nailer, the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18-gauge 1/4-inch narrow crown cordless stapler has zero firing delay when you pull the trigger. Even in bump-fire mode, we saw around 4-5 staples per second. It fires almost as fast as you can move to the next location. The tool simply has no noticeable lag.

This Milwaukee M18 FUEL stapler has the power to sink 1/4-inch narrow crown staples up to 1.5-inches—even into oak or cherry. The tool also has enough adjustability so you don’t just drive through thinner materials like underlayment.

This battery-powered stapler retails for $279 as a bare tool. You can also pick it up for $399 as a kit with an M18 CP 2.0 battery and charger.

Also Recommended

• Ryobi P360 18V Narrow Crown Stapler – $149
• Milwaukee M12 crown stapler – $189

Best Nail Gun for Pin Nailing – Pneumatic

DeWalt 23-gauge Pin Nailer

The DeWalt 23-gauge pin nailer really takes up the mantel from the venerable Porter-Cable PIN138 pin nailer we loved and used for years. Adding to the design, DeWalt created an exceptionally well-designed pinner that easily installs finer workpieces while eliminating the need to fill nail holes.

It’s also great for attaching small trim pieces and reducing the amount of touchup required before painting. We’ve put the finishing touches on several projects with it and found it easy to work with, lightweight, and reliable. DeWalt included a tool-free jam release—the first in a pinner as far as we’re aware. You even get a reversible belt hook and tool-free depth adjustment.

The DeWalt DWFP2350K pin nailer retails for around $149. The tool also comes with a 7-year limited warranty, 1-year free service contract, and 90-day money-back guarantee.

Best Battery-Powered Pinner

Milwaukee M12 Pin Nailer

We find it difficult not to like the Milwaukee M12 cordless pin nailer. It’s lighter and more compact than any other cordless model we’ve used. And when we say lighter and more compact—we mean it. Its performance has also been flawless to date. Though you can still go lighter with air nailers, the Milwaukee M12 23-Gauge Pin Nailer is a no-brainer switch to make as a full-time pneumatic replacement for carpentry and woodworking projects.

The Milwaukee 2540-21 pin nailer retails for around $199 as a bare tool or $249 for the kit. The cordless 12V pin nailer also includes a 3-year warranty.

We Also Like

• Makita XTP02 18V Cordless Pin Nailer – $189 (bare tool)

What to Look for in a Nail Gun

Pneumatic or Battery Power

When we think about what to look for in a nail gun we start at the top. Do you want ultimate portability for smaller projects or are you looking for the lightest-weight tool possible for extended use? For now, pneumatic nail guns still beat battery-powered models by a long shot. If you want a lightweight tool, grab a compressor and get going.

For framers and roofers, the choice is obvious. Pneumatic tools still have a clean edge and provide the smoothest, most consistent work experience. When you get down to punch lists, however, things begin to change. Now, battery-powered tools begin to gain in. their practicality and convenience. We know several roofing crews who employ the DeWalt cordless roofing nailer for repairs. It speeds up setup and tear down.

Switching Firing Modes

For framing nailers and roofing nailers, switching firing modes used to be a real hassle. Even the best nail guns at the time required you to swap out triggers to change modes. Now, most tools have some form of tool-free mode change. Some companies do it using a slide switch or button near the trigger. Several battery-powered models use electronics to control the mode.

In either case, if you often switch between bump-fir and sequential firing modes, be sure the tool you get makes it easy to go back and forth.

Other Features

Most nailers are catching on. Few miss any important features anymore. Still, make sure you’re getting what you need. In addition the firing mode switch above, look for dry fire lockout. That keeps you from firing “blanks” when you run out of nails. It can be frustrating at best. At worst, it can damage the material you’re working on by creating the impression of a nail—without actually firing a nail.

We also want to see adjustable rafter hooks on larger tools like framing nailers. For roofing nailers not so much. And for finish nailers we care more about a belt hook for convenience.

On tools where you’re likely to be in a variety of positions behind the nailer, adjustable exhaust vents help out. I remember getting blown in the face repeatedly by a non-adjustable nailer when doing some siding work several years back.

Swivel Me This

Aside from that, be sure to buy swiveling 1-4″ NPT fittings for your nail guns. These make maneuvering around a hose so much easier. We carry a pile of them and put them on every tool when it comes in. A few nailers include them by default—but only a few. It doesn’t influence our decision or ratings on tools, but it’s a great tip to pass along.

Weight and Ergonomics

It cannot be overstated how important weight is to nail guns. The best nail guns have tons of power. They just don’t look like they have tons of power. One great example is the difference between the cordless flywheel system used by DeWalt vs the gas piston system Metabo HPT, Senco, and Milwaukee Tool employ. Line those tools up and you can quickly see that the DeWalt head looks gigantic in comparison.

Price and Value

Price matters. After all, if you don’t intend to use a tool every day, you may not need to spend as much. All things being equal—if it drives the nail, you can get the job done. With that said, quality matters and so we recommend taking everything into account when trying to understand both the price and value of a particular tool.

The value a tool offers will be different for everyone depending on what you prioritize the most: features, performance, or price. Regardless, it’s the sum of what you get compared to the price you pay that determines the value for you. That’s how we look at things and it really influences our ultimate recommendations.

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The end result is information you can trust because of the editorial, scientific, and real-world professional experience we collectively utilize each and every time we pick up and test a tool.

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For Punch List Work and Small Jobs, the DeWalt 20V Max Roofing Nailer is a Huge Timesaver

The DeWalt 20V Max roofing nailer is the first cordless roofing nailer we’ve been able to get our hands on that uses just a battery for its power source. No gas cartridges, no fumes, no hoses, no compressor. Being the first carries some risk, and we wanted to know how well DeWalt did as the forerunner.

Pros

• Bump fires with little delay
• Loading nails is simple and familiar if you’re used to pneumatic guns
• 3 fastener length settings on the magazine
• Depth adjustment is easy to manipulate
• Effective blade release lever
• Plenty of power to fully drive roofing nails with consistent depth

Cons

• Magazine cover is a bit flimsy and can pop open
• Motor needs a moment to spool up before you can start nailing
• Heavier and bulkier than pneumatic (common to cordless nailers)

DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Roofing Nailer

The Project

I had a roofing project lined up and brought the DeWalt DCN45RN to see how well it could keep up against my pneumatic nailers. We were completely removing the old roofing materials and replacing it with all new waterproofing, flashing, and architectural shingles.

With a storm system heading in, time was of the essence. While our team worked on much of the roof with air guns, I used the DeWalt cordless roofing nailer around the double chimney, in the valley, where I started the tiered rows, and where I finished them off on the ends.

First Impressions

Right out of the gate, I was able to get started minutes ahead of the rest of the guys since I didn’t have a hose and compressor to set up. It also made climbing easier without the hose dragging behind.

The nailer is clearly heavier and bulkier than the pneumatic models. It’s not a surprise, though. Having to pack the entire power source onto and into the tool requires that kind of trade-off.

Still, I could jump around and hit those smaller tasks and leave the production shingling to the rest of the guys. It wasn’t just the short-term thrill of owning a new tool. The quick start and freedom to move are things I’ve enjoyed on other jobs that followed, too.

No Trouble Adjusting

Getting into the job, I needed to set the right nail depth. The adjustment knob is on the top where it’s easy to access. There are 5 positions to click into and it’s easy to grip when you’re wearing gloves.

There are three magazine positions as well. To adjust it, rotate the tray out, push it to the level you want, and rotate it back in. Put your coil of up to 120 nails in and you’re ready to go.

We were using 1 3/4-inch, 15º wire collated nails with 1 1/4-inch nails on a couple of other jobs. In both cases, making the nail size and depth adjustments were easy first steps.

Nailing Performance

Switching from a pneumatic roofing nailer, going cordless takes a little getting used to. You need to give the trigger a pull and let the motor spin up for a second or two before it’s ready to fire. Once it is, you can bump fire along at a consistent rate.

While we don’t see it as a problem, note that this nailer only has a bump fire mode.

You’re not going to see pneumatic speed here. You can fire roughly 3 nails per second. I found that to be plenty for the parts of the roof I was working on. Even in the production areas, it’s not too much of a slowdown.

With the two nail sizes we’ve been using in our DeWalt 20V Max cordless roofing nailer, we haven’t had any issues with the nailer driving to the depth we want and with consistent results.

Nail jams and misfires were few and far between. We’re not surprised or disappointed by the ones we had. We didn’t have any jams and the few misfires we had all seemed to be the result of the wire fouling rather than a failure to fire properly.

When you do get that jam or misfire, just flip the lever on top to pull the driver back.

Runtime

With a 2.0Ah battery, you can expect to get about 500 shots—roughly a square worth of roofing (~100 square feet).

DeWalt kits their cordless roofing nailer with a 2.0Ah battery for good reason: it’s not a light tool. At 7.6 pounds with the battery, popping a FlexVolt 12.0 onboard to extend your runtime might sound like a good idea, but it’s going to be crazy-heavy.

Additional Field Notes

The one issue we had during our testing is that the magazine popped open a few times. The magazine and its catch are plastic and a little flimsy. It’s just enough for the magazine tab to slip out and open up. It doesn’t happen all the time, only when you set it down just right.

The tool is understandably top heavy. Like the trade-off you make in weight by going cordless, the balance shifts as well.

Price

You can get the DeWalt 20V Max cordless roofing nailer with a 2.0Ah battery and charger for $399 or $319 as a bare tool. It’s the only one of its kind currently, so it’s tough to argue with the price. Even so, it’s in line with what we expected.

The Bottom Line

The DeWalt 20V Max cordless roofing nailer is an excellent punch list, repair, and small job solution that saves you the time, effort, and hassle of running a compressor and hose. It’s not going to replace your pneumatic nailers for the bigger jobs and that’s not what DeWalt designed it to do.

W like this one for roofing contractors and remodel/renovation contractors to quickly tackle small roofing jobs and move along with their day.

DeWalt 20V Max Roofing Nailer Specifications

• Model: DeWalt DCN45RND1
• Canister Capacity: 120 nails
• Fastener Range: 3/4 in. – 1-3/4 in.
• Height: 11.5 in.
• Length: 11.5 in.
• Weight: 6.7 lbs. (7.6 pounds with battery)
• Warranty: 3 years
• Price: $399

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I doubt you’re still swinging the ol’ hammer tacker now that so many underlayment and wrap manufacturers require caps for warranties. It’s likely you’ve got a pneumatic tool for that work. If not, this review might make your life a lot easier! Sure, a hammer tacker – or just a hammer with capped nails – is cordless in an old-fashioned way, but not in the way that makes us more productive. A pneumatic cap stapler offers faster, more durable results. National Nail recently introduced an upgraded version of the CS150 with its Stinger Cap Stapler. Bring on the review!

At A Glance

• CS150B replaces the CS150 Stinger Cap Stapler
• For fastening roof underlayment, house wraps, and foam boards
• Shoots 7/16″, 18 gauge staples of 5/8″, 7/8″, 1-1/4″, or 1-1/2″ lengths with 1-inch diameter plastic caps
• Uses Stinger pneumatic StaplePac
• Capable of firing five staples per second
• 200 staple and cap capacity

Key Features

• Fastener Range: The new Stinger CS150B Cap Stapler expands the fastener range downward to 5/8″ staples from its predecessor. With well over an inch of staple length variability, it’s likely that this will be on the only fastening gun you need.

• Collated Staples and Caps: The magazine holds 200 collated staples/caps, exceeding most stapler’s capacities and matching the highest available. That means relatively more time working and less time reloading. Stinger claims it has an improved the magazine design, so we’ll have to investigate that.

• Firing Modes and Exhaust: Dual firing modes allow you to choose between sequential and bump (contact) fire modes. There’s also a tool-free, 360°-adjustable exhaust to prevent air and dirt blasts toward your face.
• Accessories: Have you ever opened up a pneumatic tool with the intention of getting right to work only to find it didn’t include an air fitting? That won’t happen with the Stinger Cap Stapler’s included fitting. A belt hook is a nice touch, too.

Performance

We’ve been building up a storm in our big motorcoach home development in Central Florida. Owners park their RV homes in expansive driveways and then enjoy a home without wheels for a while. Of course, each of those stationary homes requires roofing and wrapping – the right application for the CS150B Stinger Cap Stapler.

Ergonomics

We’ve got a few cap nailers and we even hammer in capped nails every so often, but securing material to roofs and walls this way isn’t optimal. The manual way is slow as molasses, of course. Even our pneumatic cap nailers, an improvement over manual nailing, jam all the time. Not only does this cost time, but it wastes nails because you never can throw out just the offending nail. You usually have to sacrifice a sequence of nails to clear the jam.

So I hooked up the CS150B and got to work. I loved the light, compact profile right away. The gun works quickly – so quickly, in fact, that I started to push it a little. Stinger’s five-cap-staples-per-second claim is no joke. I rapid-fired about thirty of them and the gun didn’t jam. Not a shabby start at all. The gun never jammed during the rest of my review period.

Since you’re effectively getting the holding power of two fasteners for each cap, being sure that the roof or wrap is pulled tight (not bunched up anywhere) is particularly important. There’s no adjusting the material after the staple is sunk unless you remove the staple completely.

Switching between single actuation and bump fire modes is simple and tool-free. Push the trigger’s red dial out and turn it to select the other mode. No different triggers, no fuss.

Reloading

Just like any other pneumatic fastening gun, you open the magazine and replace the coil of fasteners. But even this seemed easier than our other tools. Sometimes a roll of nails is awkwardly wrapped, and dropping the coil might mean watching as it rolls open down the roof! Putting the Stinger Cap Stapler StaplePac in the magazine doesn’t risk a coil disaster.

In the middle of the review, we got a second CS150B with a slight modification. The product team identified an area of risk and swapped out plastic for metal. It’s a simple tweak, but it’s good to know they’re looking at ways to improve their product even this close to final production.

The Stinger makes starting a roof or wrap so easy that one guy can do it. If you’ve got a finicky gun that jams or are using a hammer and cap nail, it’s a two-man start. But with the CS150B in one hand and the material in the other, you can be a lone ranger.

Price and Value

So how does the Stinger CS150B Cap Stapler rank among its peers?

It can hold 200 fasteners of 5/8″, 7/8″, 1-1/4″, or 1-1/2″ and will set you back about $230. Here’s where the competition sits:

• Hitachi N3808AP: 200 fasteners (7/8″, 1-1/4″, and 1-1/2″), $260
• DeWalt DWSL18CAP: 160 fasteners (1″ and 1-1/2″), $230
• Senco BC58 21GA: 185 fasteners (5/8″ only), $214
• Bostitch SL1838BC: 163 staples, 100 caps (3/4″ and 1-1/2″), $224.99

A little more detail: Bostitch and DeWalt have dual firing modes while Hitachi requires a trigger change and Senco does bump fire only.

Given that the Stinger Cap Stapler matches or exceeds the fastener capacity of its peers, has a wider range of fastener lengths, is in the same price range, and has given us outstanding performance, it’s price is one well worth paying.

The Bottom Line

The CS150B Stinger Cap Stapler is faster, lighter, more efficient, and boasts a great fastener length capacity than its closest competitors. With performance that exceeds our other guns, it’s my new go-to tool for roofing and wrapping!

Stinger Cap Stapler Specifications

• Item Number: Stinger CS150B
• Operating Pressure: 80 – 110 PSI
• Speed: 5 cap staples per second (max. cycle rate/second)
• Tool Weight: 4.2 pounds
• Fastener Capacity: 200 caps / 200 staples
• Cap Type: Full 1-inch collated plastic caps
• Fastener Type: 7/16-inch, 18 gauge crown staples
• Fastener Length: 5/8, 7/8, 1-1/4, and 1-1/2-inch
• Price: $281.46

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Don’t you love the smell of new tool features in the morning? We’ve come to expect coil nailers to remain generally the same with only marginal tinkering, but Everwin set out to prove us wrong. Since we like better tools, hopefully, Everwin hit the nail on the head with the Everwin Coil Siding Nailer. Although the Taiwanese company has a long pedigree of tool development, it was only founded in 2012, so many Pros might be unfamiliar with it. Everwin is trying to make a splash with some helpful innovation, and we’re here to see if it’s beneficial.

First Impressions

The nailer stands out right away because it doesn’t have the familiar color scheme of any of the common manufacturers. There’s no yellow, orange, or all silver that you’d expect to be doing the job.  The Everwin Coil Siding Nailer has a matte gray body and dark red cylinder cap protected by rubberized bumpers on both sides.

All of the parts you’d be familiar with – the nylon magazine, the 360-degree adjustable exhaust deflector, the metal belt hook, tool-free depth of drive dial, and safety lock-out appear well-built and sturdy. Magazine capacity is between 200 and 400, 15-degree, 1-1/2 to 2-1/2-inch angled wire or plastic coil collated nails.

The rubber overmold grip is comfortable and the whole gun is light and well-balanced at around 5 pounds. A transparent dust cover protects you from airborne pieces of the collated wire or other debris generated by the driving force.

What isn’t readily apparent are two innovative features that might help the Everwin stand out among the pack of coil siding nailers: what the company calls Precision Nailer Tech with a patented 2-piece contact arm design and a Smart Trigger that can change between sequential fire and bump fire without a switch. Precision Nailer Tech allows the nailer to drive the nail flush with the surface without marring it. The Smart Trigger lets you decide what type of actuation is best at the moment without pausing work. All told, it seems like a versatile nailer that Everwin claims can handle siding, roof decking, subfloors, and more.

Everwinning

Florida’s summer rains are merciless to flat roofs, so we had a bit of rotten wood and detritus to clear up before we got started. Once we were ready to put new wood on, we hooked the 70-100 PSI Everwin Coil Siding Nailer up to the compressor and started fastening 1/2-inch plywood to the 2×4 rafters beneath.

Don’t Get Shanked

I quickly found that I had to really turn up the air at the compressor so that nails didn’t stand proud. At first, it was puzzling that my normal siding nailer drove the nails without a problem but the Everwin needed some extra “umph.” The 8 penny nails Pros typically use on a job like this are simply outside the spec limit of a 0.099″ shank.

You could make a strong argument that we were pushing this gun to its limit, as there’s no doubt it could handle siding work better suited to a siding nailer. Still, Everwin says this nailer is designed to handle roof decking – you’re just going to be limited in shank size to get it done.

Getting into the Swing of Things

Once the work was in full swing, I really enjoyed using the Everwin Coil Siding Nailer. Its light weight rivaled the very lightest guns in its class, which is really the most important characteristic of any nailer, other things equal. The magazine adjusts easily between nail sizes and I didn’t experience any jams. However, I found that it took Everwin a bit longer to recycle and be ready for the next nail than I’d like it to take. The delay wasn’t a function of the compressor’s capacity but rather the gun’s recharge speed. We could have had this gun near its limit.

I must give Everwin credit for pushing the envelope with the Smart Trigger, but in practice I found it to be no more or less convenient than a gun without it. You may certainly think differently. The fact of the matter is that I usually don’t switch between actuation modes all that often, so the feature doesn’t save a measurable amount of time. That’s certainly not meant to discourage the innovation, but in practice, we’ll bump fire on roof decks and single fire on siding. The nice thing is that you don’t have to check the mode before you get started.

It’s odd that framing is listed in the Everwin Coil Nailer’s capabilities because its magazine can’t accommodate 3-1/2-inch nails and nail thickness common in framing. For that reason, a dialing back of the expectations might be in order.

The Bottom Line

The Everwin Coil Siding Nailer is just one of the company’s deep product line. It is well-built with tough, durable materials with all the features you’d expect from a Pro siding nailer: a 360-degree adjustable exhaust deflector, a metal belt hook, tool-free depth of drive dial, safety lock-out, comfortable rubber overmold grip, lightweight at 5 pounds, a transparent dust cover, and a 200-400 nail capacity.

But Everwin has included a couple innovations that can break nailers out of their marginal innovation funk. Precision Nailer Tech can drive nails flush with the nailing surface without marring or creating divots in your material. The Smart Trigger allows the user to use both bump fire and single fire without flipping a switch – not something that we found to be a massive time saver but it avoids the frustration of realizing you’re in the wrong mode on the first shot.

Although Everwin claims the nailer can handle roof decking, a 0.099″ shank diameter max limits what you can realistically do. There’s no doubt it can handle siding, furring, strapping, and fencing, but roof decks (and thus subfloors as well) where 1/2-inch plywood is fastened to 2x’s of some sort will push the limit. I also found it took a bit longer that I’d accept to recycle and be ready for the next nail.

But within its recommended limits, this is certainly a light, well-balanced, and well-built nailer. I can recommend this nailer for the purpose in its name – siding – and all those functions that you’d typically use a siding nailer for, but I can’t tell you that decking, subfloors, and framing are within its scope, despite Everwin’s claims. If you keep that in mind, then at $269, you’ll have a fine nailer!

Everwin Coil Siding Nailer Features

• Patented “Precision Nailing Tech” and “2-piece contact arm” design
• Auto-Adjust “Smart Trigger” automatically switches between continuous and sequential firing mode
• 360° Multi-directional exhaust cover
• Cushioned rubber grip and ergonomic frame design provide comfort and balance during operation
• Tough nylon, fast and easy loading magazine
• Tool-Free Depth Adjust and Trigger Lock for safety
• Durable nose and Anti-abrasive driver for extended tool life
• Dust cover blocks nails or wire chips
• Durable Metal Belt hook for workplace convenience
• Body Protector on enduring frame

Everwin Coil Siding Nailer Specifications

• Model number: SCN65
• Tool Weight: 2.3 kgs / 5.0 lbs
• Height: 11.7” (297mm)
• Length: 10.7” (272 mm)
• Width: 5” (127 mm)
• Trigger Type: Selectable Actuation
• Operating Pressure: 70 to 100 PSI (5-7 bar)
• Air Consumption: 0.044 ft/cycle at 90 psi (6 bars)
• Air Inlet NPT: 1/4″
• Price: $349.00

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Since reviewing the Hitachi’s 8-gallon gas-powered wheelbarrow air compressor, I felt a heavy desire to hook it up to and review the new Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer immediately afterward. Testing all these great tools is a tough job, but someone has to do it! This nailer is among a fleet of new tools Hitachi recently introduced, many of which have been favorably reviewed, so I had high expectations. I also had a house to build, so it was imperative to have a reliable nailer.

First Impressions

This 70-120 PSI gun is compact and light at 4.8 pounds (empty) and I could tell right away that it would be a welcome change from the bigger, heavier framing nailer that I often use for siding. Its side-loading magazine accepts up to three hundred 1-1/2 to 2-1/2-inch collated nails from 0.9 to 0.099-inch diameter and features a plastic shield to protected the user from the spent collation wire that sometimes flies off during the drive.

Other features that stood out immediately were sequential (single action) or contact (bump fire) switch, the tool-free depth of drive adjustment which has become standard, an adjustable exhaust deflector, and a comfortable rubber grip overmold. It was all quite promising except for the 3/8-inch air inlet: it wasn’t a swivel connection, which would have been a nice touch.

All Coiled Up

Coil Siding Nailer Vs Coil Roofing Nailer

You may wonder if there’s really any difference between a coil roofing nailer and a coil siding nailer since they appear so similar. It’s easy to find internet discussion forums discussing their potential interchangeability. A roofing nailer accepts nails for fastening some types of siding and house wraps where a short, smooth shank and a bigger head is appropriate, but the opposite isn’t true – the Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer won’t run roofing nails. Then again, a roofing nailer certainly can’t accommodate nails as long as the Hitachi NV65AH2. The bottom line is that a siding nailer’s coil affords you the high nail capacity of a roofing nailer with the ability to accommodate longer nails.

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The Hitachi NV65AH2 magazine is transparent plastic – a nice touch because you can easily get a sense for how many nails remain on the coil. When the magazine is open, the coil holder “leans” out slightly to accept the coil of nails – it’s all very easy and it works well. The problem is that the whole assembly feels flimsy. It didn’t break but neither did it inspire confidence. I must say that I’ve had other Hitachi guns with a similar part and they didn’t fail, either. Still, it seems almost too delicate for the job site. Time will tell.

Performance

The Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer performed admirably as the house we were building came together. I didn’t have misfires. Its weight and size made it much more maneuverable than its framing counterpart would have been. It’s easy to choose this nailer over a framer for all but the longest nails. If the task at hand calls for the 1-1/2 to 2-1/2-inch nails, I heartily recommend reaching for the Hitachi NV65AH2 over a framer.

But it’s not only the size and weight that make this gun attractive. A simple switch makes is easy to change the actuation from sequential (single fire) to contact (bump fire) nailing. The rubber overmold grip is comfortable, the exhaust deflector keeps the bursts of air out of your face, and the depth of drive adjustment is easy to use. Pros often find themselves adjusting the pressure on the compressor to adjust depth on older guns, but there’s no need when you can do it on the tool itself.

Pro Tip:

Bump fire actuation requires an extra measure of caution – as long as the trigger is pulled, a nail will shoot when the nose is depressed. Be sure to know what actuation mode you’ve selected. 

Room for Improvement

As I mentioned in my first impressions, the 3/8-inch air inlet doesn’t swivel. Including a ball swivel connector is something I’d like to see become standard. From a retail standpoint, it’s an extra $5 over a fixed connector. On the other hand, some nail guns still ship with no connector.

Another omission – there’s no hook for tool belt or ladder. It does assuage my disappointment slightly that the gun includes safety glasses a no-mar nose cap, but honestly, I’d rather have the swivel inlet and hook! You can see from the pictures that the tool body isn’t protected by no-mar pads, which is especially curious given that there’s no belt hook. You have to lay it down rather than hanging it from a ladder or belt, but then there’s nothing to cushion it.

The Bottom Line

The Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer proved itself to be an excellent tool based on its size, weight, and reliable performance. It includes many features that improve safety and ease of use such as the plastic shield, the actuation switch, the exhaust deflector, and the depth of drive adjustment.

It fills a need in the nailer space because coil roofing nailers can’t accommodate nails as long as the Hitachi NV65AH2 can, but it’s also smaller and lighter than the framing nailers that many Pros use for siding. Its coil magazine means that it has nail capacity that far outstrips a framing nailer and that results in more time working and less time spent reloading.

I’d like to see a swivel connector and belt hook along with no-mar overmold on the tool body added to future models. At $349, the Hitachi is already a great gun that I heartily recommend. However, the addition of those features would help bring a more fully-featured product to match the premium price and outstanding performance.

Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer Features

• Selective actuation switch allows for either sequential or contact nailing
• Side-load, tilt-bottom magazine
• Tool-less depth of drive adjustment
• Drives wire and plastic sheet collated nails
• Adjustable air deflector
• No-mar nose cap attachment
• Plastic shield that deflects wire collation
• Rubber grip overmold

Hitachi 2-1/2-Inch Coil Siding Nailer Specifications

• Model: Hitachi NV65AH2
• Price: $349
• Dimensions: 11-27/64-inch long x 5-3/64-inch wide  x 11-3/16-inch high
• Weight: 4.8 pounds
• Collation: Coil, Wire/Plastic Sheet
• Magazine angle: 16-Degrees (wire), 15-Degrees (plastic)
• Fastener capacity length: 1-1/2- to 2-1/2-inch
• Fastener diameter range: 0.9 to 0.099
• Magazine capacity: 200-300
• Magazine loading: Side
• Air inlet: 3/8-inch
• Operating pressure 70-120 PSI
• Actuation: Contact or Sequential
• Depth of drive: Tool-free
• Warranty: 5 years

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I retired early from a large mining company, having spent many years there as a welder and and almost a decade in the carpentry shop. I still wanted to be productive so I started helping my neighbor flip houses. When he couldn’t work any more due to an injury, I bought his van and I’ve been doing remodeling work ever since. There are light years of difference between the tools I first used and today’s tools. I started with screwdrivers and now I have cordless or pneumatic power tools. This has made things faster, more efficient, and the final builds have more structural integrity. The technology is really great. I had high hopes for the Senco SCN65XP as I needed to fasten Hardie Board to columns and stucco finishes and trim around windows and doors.

It’s no easy task, but the Senco SCN65XP was designed to drive case-hardened fasteners. It has the capacity I needed with a range of 2-inch to 3-1/2-inch nails. For this project, I’d be using fasteners on the smaller side to push through multiple layers of tough material. Like you’d expect, the Senco SCN65XP takes a variety of 15-degree wire collated nails.

There was some initial discussion as to what was going to be the best tool for fastening the materials on this project. Our project lead, Robin Young, had been using this model’s predecessor (Senco’s SCN65) for years with no issues for the same kind of work. After talking it through with the folks at Senco, we gave it the thumbs up and brought it in.

First Impressions

The Senco SCN65XP seems a little bulky but I honestly don’t mind it because it feels very balanced. The bulk is due to heavy, hardened nails that this nailer is designed to drive and the internal components required to ensure its reliability. That makes it a bit of a different animal than, say, your standard coil roofing nailer.

The weight is right in line with the Porter-Cable and Bosch nailers I often use, which is about 8 pounds. And it’s a fine looking nailer. You need a tool like this for speed and efficiency. It anchors the material better than hammering case-hardened nails or using Tapcons which is a slow and labor-intensive process. A nailer like this makes the job many times quicker than the old way.

Nailing It

The Senco SCN65XP drives can hold up to 275 nails. Carpenters typically prefer coil nailers if they have the choice because of this large nail capacity. You can do more work before pausing to reload. Of course, carrying more nails makes the nailer heavier at the beginning, but that’s a trade-off we’re usually willing to make. I found myself certainly willing to make it because the Senco is remarkably powerful and by the end of the project was clearly the best all around the best hardened nailer I’ve ever used. It’s well-balance without any compromises.

I found the Senco SCN65XP to be very reliable. I didn’t have any jams or misfires – and that’s saying something given the Hardie Board and concrete we were nailing into. Everything works every time you pull the trigger. The magazine easily accommodates different nail lengths.

I must admit the depth adjust was a bit of a head-scratcher at first. Behind the nose there’s a depth of drive diagram with a small protruding wheel on the plastic casing, but this is not functional. The adjustment mechanism is actually a metal cylinder a little closer to the nose and off-center. You can spin it easily with your fingers but it also has holes to stick a nail into so you can use the nail as leverage if you needed.

Ergonomically, the nailer is designed very well. At first I was concerned about the thin, bendable plastic shield around the tip of the gun, which didn’t instill a lot of confidence. But its function is to protect the user from concrete debris. For that purpose, it makes sense. There’s a large exhaust deflector on the back of the nailer that can be rotated with a hex key. It worked just fine.

Pro Tip

Oil the nailer every day and you won’t have to worry about mechanical failure.

The nailer is easy to use but you always need to operate it safely. Too many guys get careless by trying to go too fast, failing to pay attention, or otherwise being reckless. Nails can ricochet and concrete chips can become missiles. Wear eye protection and be aware of your surroundings even with the shield in place.

The Bottom Line

I have no complaints about the Senco SCN65XP. Perhaps they could make the rotatable exhaust tool-free in the next generation, but there’s no need to hurry on that. It’s the best coil nailer I’ve ever used and is a worthy successor to the SCN65. It powerfully drives a wide range of fasteners into a wide range of materials without a hint of failure so far. At $350, I certainly recommend it to other professionals for any of the tougher tasks this nailer is rated for.

Senco SCN65XP 15-Degree Coil Nailer Key Features

• High Load Capacity
• Full Round Head Fasteners
• E-Z Load Design saves time
• Fast Cycle Time increases productivity
• Light and fast for greater productivity

Senco SCN65XP 15-Degree Coil Nailer Specifications

• Model: Senco SCN65XP
• Capacity: 225 – 275
• Range: 2″ – 3 1/2″
• Power Source: Pneumatic
• Tool Weight: 8 lbs (3.6 kgs)
• Height: 14 1/8″ (359 mm)
• Length: 12 7/8″ (327 mm)
• Width: 5 3/8″ (137 mm)
• Trigger Type: Contact Actuation
• Operating Pressure: 70 – 120 (PSI)
• Operating Pressure: 4.8 – 8.3 (Bar)
• Air Consumption: 9.54 (SCFM)
• Air Inlet NPT: 3/8″
• Warranty: 5 years
• Price: ~$350

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The last time we talked about roofing nailers, I told you that although there’s more variation among them than framing nailers, there’s still not a ton of differentiation. But it’s the weight that really tips the balance – pun intended – in favor of the tools I prefer. Most new roofing tools really just tinker around the margins because, of course, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Still, there are some interesting features of the new Ridgid R175RNF Coil Roofing Nailer that might make me reconsider my not-so-different stance among product offerings. Let’s take a closer look.

First Impressions

Well, this nailer is light. It’s the first thing I look for since I know I’ll have to hold a tool up for hours or days. It’s undoubtedly due to Ridgid’s magnesium housing. I also really like the thinner handle overmolded with Ridgid’s Hex Grip, which has become a favorite of mine.

The depth of drive adjustment is a dial near the trigger instead of on top of the nose like other roofing nailers I’ve used. My first thought is that it might not be as easy to see the depth of drive on the side as it is on the top of the nailer, but I’ll withhold judgement until I’ve used it a bit.

The installed swivel quick connector is a nice touch since it makes maneuvering the nailer easier with the hose attached. I also like the wear guards on the side of the nail canister – they will certainly help maintain the cosmetic and functional parts of the nailer. Finally, it comes with a wrench and your first few ounces of oil.

Get Your Nails Done

I don’t want to give the game away, but the slim, Hex Grip overmold makes the Ridgid R175RNF Coil Roofing Nailer a breeze to operate, and the light weight is second to none other I’ve used. I used this nailer all around a house remodel and on some new construction we’re doing.

The nailer’s nosepiece has carbide inserts and delivers 1-1/2- to 3-1/2-inch fasteners and includes a dry fire lockout. The fasteners move smoothly off the collated coil. The combination resulted in zero jams or misfires so far.

I thought I might not like the depth dial’s placement but it’s really not a problem. Although other nailers’ have big, bold numbers that you can easily read, the Ridgid’s dial position underneath the nailer protects it from wear and tear. It will likely be a matter of your preference.

The spring loaded basket is also easy to adjust to various nail lengths. This is simple and intuitive – some nailers are really a pain in the neck in this department but I like what Ridgid has done on this model.

There’s a simple and safe contact (bump) fire or sequential fire selector. You depress a safety button and move the knob to change between modes. There are times when both modes are appropriate but, of course, you always need to use an extra measure of precaution with bump fire because of the slim chance recoil could cause any nailer to fire off a nail in a direction you didn’t intend.

This nailer’s recoil is about the standard for roofing nailers. It’s nice having the bump fire or single fire actuation option. Single fire gives you more control in tight spaces. If you use bump fire in tight spaces there’s a chance that the gun can recoil, hit something behind it, and then be pushed back to the nailing surface to shoot another nail you didn’t intend. I save bump fire for shingles and house wraps and prefer single fire for the rest.

The removable tool-free shingle guide adjustment is well designed. It moves easily up and down the track with the push of a button, but you can also take it off the nailer easily to give you more room in tight spaces. This is a better feature than other nailers I’ve used. Finally, the exhaust diffuser with muffler that does an adequate job.

The Bottom Line

The Ridgid R175RNF Coil Roofing Nailer quickly won me over. At $199 with free o-rings, piston stops, and driver blades for life, it’s a slam-dunk. I highly recommend it.

Ridgid R175RNF Coil Roofing Nailer Features

• Dry-fire lockout feature extends the motor life and prevents misfiring nails
• Straight drive feature assures nails sit flush with the materials to limit shingle damage
• EZ load feature provides fast and easy loading of nails in the magazine
• Exhaust diffuser with muffler automatically directs exhaust away from user
• Fasten edge technology-industry leading feature set
• Nosepiece with carbide inserts extends tool life
• Anti-skid plates help prevent the tool from sliding
• Wear guards protect the tool from damage on abrasive surfaces
• Magnetic nail holder positions nails for quality drives through to the last nail
• Removable tool-free shingle guide adjustment precise placement of shingles
• Over molded handle and trigger rubber over mold interlocks with the metal housing for maximum durability and prevents the grip from twisting

Ridgid R175RNF Coil Roofing Nailer Specifications

• Model: Ridgid R175RNF
• Power Source: Compressed Air
• Fastener Range: 1-1/2″ to 3-1/2″
• Collation: Wire Coil
• Warranty: 3-year plus Lifetime Service Agreement
• Price: $199

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Like its cousin the framing nailer, the roofing nailer is a staple of construction work. Unlike the collated nail stick of a framing nailer, most roofing nailers like the DeWalt DW45RN coil roofing nailer use a coil of wire-collated nails. Whereas the framer is used almost exclusively for framing, these roofing tools are a little more versatile around the job site being used on roofs, siding, and anywhere a relatively short, large-headed nail is needed to hold thinner materials in place.

The larger nail capacity lets us do more work with fewer reloads. It also fires more quickly and weighs less than framing nailers. The larger nail capacity of a coil magazine adds to the weight, so stick nailers remain popular in framing where a lot of the work is above the shoulder. Roofing nailers are rarely used overhead, so capacity trumps the lower fastener weight. I took the new DeWalt DW45RN onto the job site to install shingles, siding, and house wrap.

First Impressions

The most important consideration for any nail gun is the weight. Securing shingles and siding is an all-day or multiple-day job. If the tool is heavy, the work is brutal. It’s not only the tool weight but holding heavy materials in place adds to the fatigue of the job. Having a light nail gun is a big advantage. Lightweight accurately describes this 5.2 pound DeWalt coil nailer.

The nailer feels comfortable in the hand with the overmold grip and trigger placement. Of course, the real test comes from using the tool for hours and days on the job site.

You won’t find dry fire lock-out on this tool, so beware of firing blanks and creating divots in your shingles. We did find it easy to open up the nose clear jams, but none occurred during testing.

DeWalt failed to include a single-fire mode on this nailer. The DW45RN only works in bump-fire mode. Users rarely—if ever—use a sequential mode on a roofing nailer, but may when putting up siding.

Siding With The Nailer

The nailer accepts 120, 0.120-inch diameter, 15-degree roofing nails ranging from 3/4-inch to 1-3/4 inches long. Manufacturers have used various mechanisms on the nail canister to adjust for the nail length and sometimes those mechanisms are not very user-friendly. The DeWalt’s nail basket easily adjusts to accommodate the different lengths of nails.

The nail depth gauge adjustment is easy to access and operates smoothly. So does the shingle guide adjustment. This handy, built-in jig allows consistent shingle spacing though most Pros will never use it.

Smooth Operator

I was impressed with the nailer’s smooth operation. Sometimes coil roofing nail guns will jam or misfire, but I haven’t had that happen so far. Needless to say, fighting these jams in the middle of a job is annoying, but this nailer seems to pull the nails very smoothly off of the coil.

The tool feels very light, and the gun is well-balanced and comfortable to work with for longs periods of time.

Pro Tip: Always read the manufacturer’s instructions on how often to oil your nailer so you won’t blow the seals. Try to also use the manufacturer-recommended 70-120 PSI. Be the expert on site and remind greener crew members of important maintenance to keep your tools working well. It’s always wise to check the tool before use to be sure it’s ready to operate properly.

The only improvement that comes to mind is the addition of a belt clip. It is a big tool to carry around your belt, but being able to hang it there for just a moment while you reposition materials or climb would make the job easier.

The Bottom Line

Performance has been outstanding with the DeWalt DW45RN Coil Roofing Nailer and we liked the tool’s weight. Even though it lacks a sequential fire mode, this model is one of the better models I’ve used.

One interesting fact is that the DW45RN can fire 10 nails per second. I don’t know many people that can work effectively at that pace, but you can work faster if you need to.

I certainly recommend the DeWalt coil roofing nailer to my fellow Pros for nailing shingles, siding, and house wrap. At around $250, it’s a pretty solid value and the 7-year warranty shows that DeWalt has confidence in the longevity of the tool.

DeWalt Coil Roofing Nailer Features

• High-speed valve technology drives over 10 nails per second.
• Ergonomic design is lighter than leading competitive coil roofing nailers.
• High life engine, seals and feed system for durability and long life.
• Steel skid plates with rubber inserts protect the tool and help to stop it from sliding.
• Depth adjust wheel with numbered detents helps drive nails to the proper depth into a variety of materials.

DeWalt DW45RN Coil Roofing Nailer Specifications

• Model: DeWalt DW45RN
• Power source: Compressed air
• Collation type: Coil
• Fastener angle/diameter: 15-degree/0.12 in.
• Fastener length: 3/4 – 1-3/4 in.
• Magazine capacity: 120
• Actuation mode: Bump
• Operating pressure: 70 – 120 PSI
• Dimensions (HxL): 10 x 12 in.
• Weight: 5.2 lbs.
• Warranty: 7 years
• Price: $249.00

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New DeWalt Construction Nailers Aim to Reduce Recoil

The latest DeWalt construction nailers are hoping to get your attention with a few new features to make framing, siding, and roofing jobs a little easier on your arms. Both framing and roofing nailers have been designed to reduce recoil, but in different ways.

DeWalt’s new framing nailers feature a new engine design to reduce the recoil that leaves your arms fatigued or keeps nails from being fully driven. DeWalt’s new roofing nailer accomplishes the same task through parallel valve technology that also happens to improve cycling speed.

The DeWalt framing nailers are going on a diet as well. While we don’t have weights on the tools coming out in June through October, the May releases are in and pretty impressive for current DeWalt users. The DeWalt DWF83PL 21-Degree Framing Nailer is coming in at 8 pounds – more than 1.5 pounds lighter than the DW325PL. Helping reduce weight and improving durability is an aluminum magazine. Integrated swiveling rafter hook, selectable fire modes, and depth of drive adjustments round out the tool-free key features.

The DeWalt DW45RN Coil Roofing Nailer is 5.2 pounds and goes for a compact design with a height under 10 inches. The canister features a window making it easier to see when reloading is required. The loading system is a dual sequence design that holds nails in place while you close the canister door. DeWalt has also designed the nailer to be easier for field maintenance with one tool valve and piston changes that we’re told should take less than 5 minutes.

New DeWalt Construction Nailers

DeWalt 21-Degree Plastic Collated Framing Nailer

• Model: DeWalt DWF83PL
• Nail Size: 0.113″ to 0.148″
• Nail Length: 2″ to 3-1/4″
• Collation: 21-degree, plastic
• Weight: 8 pounds
• MSRP: $269
• Warranty: 7 years
• Availability: May 2016

DeWalt 30-Degree Paper Collated Framing Nailer

• Model: DeWalt DWF83PT
• Nail Size: 0.113″ to 0.131″
• Nail Length: 2″ to 3-1/4″
• Collation: 30-degree, paper
• MSRP: $269
• Warranty: 7 years
• Availability: June 2016

DeWalt 28-Degree Wire Collated Framing Nailer

• Model: DeWalt DWF83WW
• Nail Size: 0.113″ to 0.131″
• Nail Length: 2″ to 3-1/4″
• Collation: 28-degree, wire
• MSRP: $269
• Warranty: 7 years
• Availability: July 2016

DeWalt 15-Degree Coil Framing Nailer

• Model: DeWalt DWF83C
• Nail Size: 0.099″ to 0.148″
• Nail Length: 2″ to 3-1/4″
• Collation: 15-degree, coiled
• MSRP: $299
• Warranty: 7 years
• Availability: October 2016

DeWalt Coil Roofing Nailer

• Model: DeWalt DW45RN
• Nail Size: 0.120″
• Nail Length: 3/4″ to 1-3/4″
• Collation: Coiled
• Weight: 5.2 pounds
• MSRP: $269
• Warranty: 7 years
• Availability: May 2016

Keep your eyes open for DeWalt Construction Nailers to arrive at Acme Tools!

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From our friends in Maryland comes a new and complete family of DeWalt Pneumatic Nailers. To make sure that you’re all in with the Yellow and Black on the jobsite, DeWalt also has a couple of compressors and their own line of fasteners to pair up. The new line boasts 11 tools ranging from 15 gauge finish nailers through framing and metal connection nailers and staplers. Each of these pneumatics from DeWalt is in the realm of their “Guaranteed Tough” series and is designed to be compact and light weight. Clint DeBoer and Mike Hurta were able to see these at the DeWalt Media Event last Wednesday and are already lining up models for review.

DeWalt Pneumatic Nailers: Finish Nailers

The big deal for DeWalt’s pneumatic finish nailers is the Precision Point Technology. Similar to the Bostitch SmartPoint nailer technology, this starts with a smaller nose that improves visibility and by extension, the accuracy in placing fasteners. It also eliminates the requirement to push against the work material, reducing the chance of damage during installation. All three weigh less than 4 pounds and are bump/sequential fire selectable.

Additional Features 

• Oil Free Operation
• Protective Bumper
• Tool Free Jam Release
• Adjustable Belt Hook
• Rear Exhaust
• Dial-a-Depth Control
• Integrated Pencil Sharpener
• Swivel Air Fitting
• Air Blower (15 gauge only)
• 16 Inch On Center Gauge (15 gauge only)

DeWalt Pneumatic Nailers: Finish Stapler

The DeWalt Finish Stapler drives 18 gauge staples with a 1/4 inch crown and a range of 1/2″ to 1-1/2″ lengths. It features oil free operation, thumbwheel depth control, rear exhaust, and is contact/sequential selectable. The included belt hook is reversible and the kit includes 1/4″ swivel air fitting, carrying case, and sample fasteners.

DeWalt Pneumatic Nailers: Construction Tools

What we’re most excited about in this line are some of the innovative features in the metal connection nailer (or positive placement strap nailer). If this new line is a family, then the metal connecting nailer is the patriarch. Weighing in at 4.6 pounds, it’s designed to fit between 12 inch on center joists as well as other tight spaces and corners. It features an exposed tip design that DeWalt hasn’t used before—very different from the Paslode Strap nailer we’ve reviewed in the past. By exposing the tip of the fastener, user will be able to accurately place the nailer before firing.

All of the construction nailers and staplers are also designed to be lightweight, compact, and ergonomic while remaining durable.

New DeWalt Pneumatic Nailer Family Members

• DWFP12233 18 Gauge Brad Nailer – $119.99
• DWFP71917 16 Gauge Finish Nailer – $179.99
• DWFP72155 15 Gauge “DA” Angle Finish Nailer – $189.99
• DWFP1838 18 Gauge Finish Stapler – $109.99
• DWSL18CAP Cap Stapler – $229.00
• DW325PL 21 Degree PL Framing Nailer – $229.00
• DW325PT 30 Degree PT Framing Nailer – $229.00
• DWMC150 Metal Connector Nailer – $219.00
• DW325C 15 Degree Coil Framing Nailer – $269.00
• DW66C-1 Coil Sliding Nailer – $299.00
• DW4502S2 Lathing Stapler – $349

DeWalt Fastners

• 18 Gauge Brad Nails
• 18 Gauge Narrow Crown Staples
• 16 Gauge Straight Finish Nails
• 15 Gauge “DA” Angled Finish Nails
• 15 Degree Coil Framing Nails
• 15 Degree Coil Sliding Nails
• Metal Connector Nails
• 21 Degree Plastic Collated Framing Nails
• 30 Degree Paper Collated Framing Nails
• 16 Gauge Lathing Staples
• Caps
• Staples

DeWalt Recommended Compressors

• DWFP55130 2.5 Gallon 200 PSI Quiet Trim Compressor – $229.99
• D55146 4.5 Gallon 200 PSI Jobsite Compressor – $309.99

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