I used a 16-ga for a long time, then went to a 15-ga MAX and a 18-ga porter cable. can't get parts for the PC anymore so I will be replacing it soon. I also have a senco 23-ga..nice little gun.
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I used a 16-ga for a long time, then went to a 15-ga MAX and a 18-ga porter cable. can't get parts for the PC anymore so I will be replacing it soon. I also have a senco 23-ga..nice little gun.
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Grex makes arguably the very best pin nailers on the planet.....
Their other nailers,,,,not so much....I sadly found this out after spending $99 on a 15 ga. Grex finish nailer. (bought on closeout. Gun was $199 marked down to $99)
While mine has yet to give me any problems,,,it's just a matter of time,,,it doesn't do such a good job of leaving a divot free surface.
Speaking of which- -the big difference between a decent gun & a cheapie is:
- How little divot the hammer leaves.
- Availability of rebuild parts kits.
- Proper operation at lower air pressure.
Since there isn't much mystery about how an air nailer is put together by the factory, it's the finer things & attention to detail that escalate the cost - - or as in the case with Grex - a long buck is charged on name alone.
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." - John Lennon
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Craigslist or marketplace for the win. I grabbed all bostich 23 ga, 2 18 ga and 2 16 ga finish nailers for $100 a bit ago.
Joe
JC Custom WoodWorks
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