Tools & Materials
FN250B 16-Ga. Finish Nailer Review
The Porter-Cable FN250B is a rear-loading 16-gauge finish nailer that has a no-mar tip that performs better than most in its class and a muffled exhaust port for quieter operation
The Porter-Cable is close in appearance and function to the DeWalt, but costs much less money. The rear-loading magazine allows me to identify nail length, but nailchanging is somewhat difficult because the magazine has to be held open. Then I have to work the fasteners past a nail stop, which requires too much effort. On the plus side, this nailer has a good line of sight through the curved no-mar tip, which also leaves fewer marks than competing nailers. It also has little kickback, making it less prone to bruising softwood.
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