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Posted: 10/6/2024 10:33:57 AM EDT
I want to buy a nail gun, it will be my first. I am looking for a general-purpose gun that will do various nail lengths, up to 3.5 inches.
Does such a thing exist? I just plan to use it around the farm for different things, I am not a pro so I am not interested in multiple nail guns, just one that can handle different size nails. I appreciate any advice or direction you can point me. |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 10/6/2024 10:36:27 AM EDT
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If you have milwaukee tools look at their framing nailer, i built a pole barn last year and put at least 5k nails through it with no problems.
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Posted: 10/6/2024 10:53:20 AM EDT
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A cordless one makes things REALLY convenient Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3-1/2 in. 18-Volt 30-Degree |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 12:34:01 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ColtRifle]
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What kind of nails? Roofing? Finish? Brad? Framing?
Air or cordless? If cordless, what battery brand do you have now? |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 1:06:31 PM EDT
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I think I should go with air. I am not setup with Milwaukee or Dewalt.
As to the type of nails, just regular framing nails. |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 1:13:06 PM EDT
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I’ve had good experiences with Paslode
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Posted: 10/6/2024 1:27:50 PM EDT
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Any known name of framing nailer will suit you fine. I have a well used Porter Cable full round head nailer and favor that over clipped head nailers. Bostich, Senco, even Milwaukee makes a pneumatic gun but I don't think the extra hundo is worth it for the Milwaukee. Since the PC is no longer available, if I were to buy today I would probably buy a Bostich. Decades of company longevity and no gimmicks or premiums. Just a simple, solid tool.
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Posted: 10/6/2024 1:34:20 PM EDT
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Also shopping for a nailer. Primarily use for fencing and only pickets, I'm picky about how I attach stringers to the posts. Air power, I have a compressor and hoses, besides a well oiled air tool will last a lifetime and batteries wear out.
Will check out the one suggested |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 2:10:18 PM EDT
[Last Edit: justanotherday]
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Framing nailer will work great for you. I have the Milwaukee pneumatic.
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Posted: 10/6/2024 2:25:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By USCG_CPO: I think I should go with air. I am not setup with Milwaukee or Dewalt. As to the type of nails, just regular framing nails. For an air framing nailer this is the only one I would buy. Mine is Hitachi but same tool. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-HPT-was-Hitachi-Power-Tools-3-5-in-Gauge-21-Degree-Framing-Pneumatic-Nailer/1000787816 |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 10:04:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ColtRifle: For an air framing nailer this is the only one I would buy. Mine is Hitachi but same tool. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-HPT-was-Hitachi-Power-Tools-3-5-in-Gauge-21-Degree-Framing-Pneumatic-Nailer/1000787816 Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ColtRifle: Originally Posted By USCG_CPO: I think I should go with air. I am not setup with Milwaukee or Dewalt. As to the type of nails, just regular framing nails. For an air framing nailer this is the only one I would buy. Mine is Hitachi but same tool. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-HPT-was-Hitachi-Power-Tools-3-5-in-Gauge-21-Degree-Framing-Pneumatic-Nailer/1000787816 |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 10/7/2024 9:35:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ColtRifle: For an air framing nailer this is the only one I would buy. Mine is Hitachi but same tool. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-HPT-was-Hitachi-Power-Tools-3-5-in-Gauge-21-Degree-Framing-Pneumatic-Nailer/1000787816 I too have the 30 degree version of this. Its a great framing nailer at a reasonable price point. For my 15ga finish nailer I have a Dewalt pneumatic that I really like a lot but it was kinda pricey. My brad nailer is just some cheap thing I got at Menards, and it is just what I paid for. junk. |
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Posted: 10/7/2024 9:41:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ColtRifle]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rwilkins01: I have the 30 deg version of this, used it to build my house last year. After 10 cases of. 3in and 10 cases of 2-3/8in ringshank nails, I need to rebuuld the trigger. Light weight and powerful. I have the 21 degree. I prefer it because of the plastic collated nails and the full head. I don't use clipped head nails. They are ok but the full head nails are supposed to hold better. I suspect for a production framer, the 30 degree nailer will hold more nails per load. I don't use it professionally so reloading nails more frequently isn't a concern for me. In my area, most framers will be using Hitachi (now Metabo HPT) framing nailers. Not claiming Metabo tools are always the best but their framing nailers are solid. I also have a Hitachi finishing nailer and a Hitachi brad nailer. The finish nailer has been great too. I've had a few magazine jamming issues with the brad nailer but overall, it's been fine too. |
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Posted: 10/18/2024 5:42:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GrizzlyAdams: I’ve had good experiences with Paslode https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/140256/IMG_5864_png-3342096.JPG I have a paslode and love it. Only problem is fuel cells and batteries as consumables. |
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Posted: 10/18/2024 5:56:31 PM EDT
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I've got a Rigid brad nailer that has worked well for me. I would assume their framing nailers work just as well. Home Depot will probably have them on sale here soon as well.
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Posted: 10/18/2024 9:54:56 PM EDT
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I have been very happy with the Metabo brad nailer and staple gun. I picked them up when Lowes had them on sale.
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Posted: 10/18/2024 10:27:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MapMonger: Also shopping for a nailer. Primarily use for fencing and only pickets, I'm picky about how I attach stringers to the posts. Air power, I have a compressor and hoses, besides a well oiled air tool will last a lifetime and batteries wear out. Will check out the one suggested Max decking coil nail gun It’s been a few years since I carried fence boards but this will nail as fast as you can run it. |
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AK, USA
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Posted: 10/21/2024 12:18:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ColtRifle: For an air framing nailer this is the only one I would buy. Mine is Hitachi but same tool. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-HPT-was-Hitachi-Power-Tools-3-5-in-Gauge-21-Degree-Framing-Pneumatic-Nailer/1000787816 Lowes is giving away a free impact driver with purchase of the metabo framing nailer. |
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Posted: 10/22/2024 9:39:10 AM EDT
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I have the M18 framing nailer, bought it to frame my basement. Worked like a charm. Got it from a pawn shop for a great deal, and was basically brand new. Faster than i am, and consistent.
Next purchase will be a finishing nailer from big red. |
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Posted: 10/24/2024 10:26:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rwilkins01: I have the 30 deg version of this, used it to build my house last year. After 10 cases of. 3in and 10 cases of 2-3/8in ringshank nails, I need to rebuuld the trigger. Light weight and powerful. @rwilkins01 Being able to use ring shank nails would be awesome, didn't realize they would work. |
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Posted: 10/24/2024 10:43:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By USCG_CPO: @rwilkins01 Being able to use ring shank nails would be awesome, didn't realize they would work. framing nailers mostly care about the angle. in a 30 deg. framing nailer, theoretically you can use 28th deg to 34 deg nails. paper or wire collated, doesn't matter. Paper collated nails leave less of a mess and don't damage the finish on your nail, but are more susceptable to damage to the paper from moisture. once they're in the wood, it doesn't matter. here is the nailer I use: nails are readily available. I got a great deal on nails from a guy and bought 24 cases; you can find nails to fit at any big box store. Be sure to use galvinized nails when nailing to treated lumber for the most part. Ring shanks are for sheathing and decking. Ask if you have a question, I'm fairly local to you. |
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Posted: 10/24/2024 10:46:06 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rwilkins01: @USCG_CPO framing nailers mostly care about the angle. in a 30 deg. framing nailer, theoretically you can use 28th deg to 34 deg nails. paper or wire collated, doesn't matter. Paper collated nails leave less of a mess and don't damage the finish on your nail, but are more susceptable to damage to the paper from moisture. once they're in the wood, it doesn't matter. here is the nailer I use: www.amazon.com/dp/https nails are readily available. I got a great deal on nails from a guy and bought 24 cases; you can find nails to fit at any big box store. Be sure to use galvinized nails when nailing to treated lumber for the most part. Ring shanks are for sheathing and decking. Ask if you have a question, I'm fairly local to you. Thanks. I am a fan of ring shank around the farm. |
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Posted: 10/24/2024 10:46:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bigbryce31186: I've got a Rigid brad nailer that has worked well for me. I would assume their framing nailers work just as well. Home Depot will probably have them on sale here soon as well. |
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Posted: 10/24/2024 10:47:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskeyBear: Max decking coil nail gun It's been a few years since I carried fence boards but this will nail as fast as you can run it. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhiskeyBear: Originally Posted By MapMonger: Also shopping for a nailer. Primarily use for fencing and only pickets, I'm picky about how I attach stringers to the posts. Air power, I have a compressor and hoses, besides a well oiled air tool will last a lifetime and batteries wear out. Will check out the one suggested Max decking coil nail gun It's been a few years since I carried fence boards but this will nail as fast as you can run it. |
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Posted: 10/25/2024 2:25:44 PM EDT
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Another vote for Paslode guns. Perfect portability / flexibility - a bit of a weight penalty.
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