We do handicapped remodeling (mostly interior stuff). I’m finally thinking of getting a nail gun. Anybody want to share pros and cons regarding clipped head round head etc. Thanks
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Maybe someone else can verify this, but I've heard that there can be code compliance issues with clipped head nails in some jurisdictions.
I can confirm Dave's response. Clipped heads are not up to code in places. I don't know what the benefit is to clipped heads. More per clip? I own a Porter Cable FR 350 round head nailer. If you use PC brand nails it works every time. Cheap nails make it misfire alot. I would buy this model again if I had to. Good luck.
> I don't know what the benefit is to clipped heads. More per clip?
That's correct, more per stick because they're closer together. It also affects the angle of the stick, clipped are usually 34 degree and full heads 22 degree.
To choose a nail gun, start by deciding what kind and size of nails you need to use. Do you need it for 16d framing, or is 8d sheathing a good enough maximum? Then look for availability of collated nails in the sizes you need. Pick a gun that shoots the ones you're sure you can always get. I bought a full head Hitachi because the Swan stainless nails I need to shoot are only available as full head.
-- J.S.
JunkMan,
I use all Paslode cordless guns myself. No hoses and stuff. However, there has been many problems with the Paslode angled finish nailer. Know many others who have had miss-fires with that model as well.
Finish nailer, I'd go with the old Paslode Cordless Finish Nailer IM250II. I've never had a miss-fire on that model unless I used a cheap nail. Paslode Cordless framing Nailer has never given me a problem either.
These cordless guns are supposed to be used for punchlists and small jobs. However, my crew and I use them every day, six days a week, heavy use with no problems.
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Thanks for the feedback. I was leaning to either of the porter cable guns. I can get a reconditioned one for I think $189 with shipping from tyler tool.
I use a paslode impulse framer and usually love it, though it just went into the shop today for a reconditioning... but my question is this : do you really shoot a box of nails per gas can? I never got more than half a box...bad gun? bad advertising? bad carpenter?
I also like the Paslodes. Have Framer, Straight 16 guage, Angled 16 guage, 18 guage, and 12" crown Stapler. All seem to work well.
Can't comment on the nails per fuel cell. Never really tracked it.
Love the convience for remodeling.
"I'm finally thinking of getting a nail gun. Anybody want to share pros and cons regarding clipped head round head etc."
Junkman,
What exactly do you plan to use it for? Your question I thought was a little vague.
Jon
The gun would be used for framing interior partition walls. Not heavy (daily ) usage.
If you want a gun to last a lifetime, get a Max gun and never think again about it. I've got the Max clipped head framer and it just works. Best gun I have ever fired except for the 1968 vintage Bostitch (made by Max) that my boss still caries around. But the old gun weighs about 250,000 lbs more than my Max.
Good luck,
Rob Kress
if you're not using it to frame entire houses or large additions, get the paslode cordless framer. it has its downsides (magazine capacity, you can't bump nail, maintenance), but for small remods and punch-out, it's exhilarating not to haul out the compressor or, heaven forbid, hand nail ;).
Heres another vote for Paslode. I have both The framer and the angled finish neither have given me any problems. You do have to clean them but set up is far faster.