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Brad Nailers Anyone

chefwong | Posted in Tools for Home Building on June 30, 2005 10:52am

My Senco SFN40K has been rock solid and I just recently added the Paslode angled finish nailer (cordless) and it rawks.

I need to get a brad nailer ….I’m happy with my larger gauge Senco but I see alot of guys used the PC Brad nailer. Love to hear some feedback/opinions on brad nailers….

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  1. jrnbj | Jul 01, 2005 12:37am | #1

    If you can find the Makita ones, they are great...shoot full range of sizes....Mine came sans safety, so was probably not legal & so was very well priced.....

  2. steve | Jul 01, 2005 02:30am | #2

    i have two 18 ga porter cable both about 10 years old, never a problem with either

    caulking is not a piece of trim

  3. calvin | Jul 01, 2005 02:33am | #3

    A minor seal replacement (NC from my supplier) on the Senco xp25 after maybe 3 yrs.  Other than that, am very pleased with the operation and reliability.  Great spread of nail lengths, adj power on board and depth adjustment.

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    SENCO FP25XP FINISH PRO 25XP BRAD NAILER

    SENCO FP25XP FINISH PRO 25XP BRAD NAILER.

    FEATURES:

  4. SENCO FINISH PRO 25 XP BRAD NAILER
  5. 1/2" to 2-1/8" brad nails
  6. For vanities, moldings & trim, dowels & joints, cabinet doorframe, drawer assembly, picture frames, window beading, miscellaneous finish carpentry, birdhouses, craft projects
  7. Use Senco fasteners
  8. Drives both slight and medium headed 18 ga. brads from 5/8" to 2-1/8" into the hardest woods
  9. The "on-tool" power adjustment allows the user to increase power by 30%
  10. Exclusive Never-Lube¯ design to keep work surface oil free.
  11. (2)Two-year warranty
  12. Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.

    Quittin' Time

  • Mac2 | Jul 01, 2005 03:10am | #4

    I sure like my PC----it is the shorter model, but that is all I need anyway---1&1/2" 18 gauge.

    I decided to stop taking life so seriously, it is, after all, only temporary.
  • FastEddie1 | Jul 01, 2005 04:51am | #5

    I have the PC that shoots up to 1-1/4" and it has been good.  On occassion I have wanted to shoot longer brads, but then I wondewr if a longer 18 ga is a good idea, and I switch to the 16 ga.

     

    I'm sorry, I thought you wanted it done the right way.

    1. calvin | Jul 01, 2005 04:55am | #6

      It takes some common sense when choosing the right gun, but that extra length comes in handy when you need it.  The brads drive well from pine thru hickory and oak.  The turbo (extra power) increase adjustment is a nice feature.  He might as well get the micro pinner as well, eh?Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.

      Quittin' Time

  • joeh | Jul 01, 2005 07:23am | #7

    I had a PC, it worked great. Loaned it to one of my sons, I think I don't still own it.

    I have a Paslode 18g, it is great. Those 2" brads you think you don't need are good for lots of stuff.

    Joe H

  • gordzco | Jul 01, 2005 03:27pm | #8

    I have several PC 18ga. The only problem with them is the foot. If you operate the PC  without the supplied rubber foot, the metal tab that engages the safety is in an awkward positon and can scratch the trim you are attempting to nail. It is also a pain to engage the safety on cerain contours.

    I have overriden this problem by inserting the rubber foot under the trigger thereby engaging the safety permanently and hold it in place with a piece of tape. Pull the trigger and the gun fires wherever it is pointed and I always know where the rubber foot is, should I need it. However, I am a professional finish carpenter and the only one who uses my guns. I've only shot myself in the hamstring twice (not bad for 10 years). I always diconnect them from the hose if I run into rare situations where children will be around.

    If safety is a concern, you should consider a gun with a better foot than the one on the PC.

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