Bostitch BT1855 Brad Nailer
Best value
Price: $80
Weight: 2.6 lb.
This tool was a pleasant surprise. Despite the excellent reputation of Bostitch nailers, I have never cared for their feel when I’ve used them in the past. This tool quickly won me over, though. It left very small holes even in the hardest wood, demonstrated excellent power, and was able to shoot 2-1/8-in. nails. It is also an oilless model, which many carpenters who work primarily with stain-grade materials prefer. Its very small front safety provided excellent visibility, but the tool was harder to get engaged at odd angles. Features: dry-fire lockout, rear exhaust, belt hook with pencil sharpener, and swivel air fitting.
Better belt hook. Bostitch’s belt hook has a built-in pencil sharpener, and it holds the hex wrench used for clearing jams and making repairs. No tools are required for mounting the hook, which fits on either side of the nailer.
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