NT65GS 16-ga. Finish Nailer

This 16-gauge finish nailer from Hitachi is superlight and comfortable to use.

By Patrick McCombe

Hitachi’s cordless finish nailers are superlight and comfortable to use. Interestingly, the 15-ga. model doesn’t drive nails into hard material as reliably as its Bostitch twin and tends to jam when pushed to the limit. My guess is that the sharper Bostitch-style nails make the difference because the 16-ga. versions drive nails into the densest material without a problem. On the plus side, the HITACHI versions cost less than the comparable Bostitch models. As on the Bostitch nailers, the depth of drive is somewhat finicky. Also, the battery charger includes power cables for 12v DC and 110v AC, so the tools can be charged in my truck if necessary.

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Manufacturer	Hitachi
Manufacturer's Web Site	www.hitachi.us/hpt
Manufacturer's Phone Number	800-829-4752
Weight	3.8 lb.
Dimensions	10-1/4 in. x 3/11/32 in. x 10-15/16 in.
Nail Sizes	1-in. to 2-1/2-in.
Nail Capacity	100 nails (2 strips)
Nail Type	16-ga. Straight finish nails
Safety Guard	N/A
Special Features	N/A

NT65GS 16-ga. Finish Nailer