Is this HF Framing nailer decent?

[1Garageman]

I am going to be putting a bathroom in the basement and a few other things that I will need/want a framing nailer for. As usual I'd like to stay as low/cheap on the money as possible but get something decent. I won't be using it a lot. So I was wondering with a %20 off coupon if this HB nailer is decent or just a piece of junk?
Thanks.


http://www.harborfreight.com/10-gauge-6-in-1-air-framing-nailer-98751.html

 

[daveroy]

I hope so, Its the one I own...!!!
I used it to frame up my basement office. I don't have thousands of nails through it. But for the few hundred I shot it worked fine.

 

[Addrock]

I have one as a back up. But to get a good one I had to buy 3 and return 2. I would look for a Hitachi used.

 

[UncleJoe]

For the money it is pretty good. I picked one up a couple of years ago with a coupon and it was cheap but I can't remember how much I paid. I framed a shed and it did a decent job. It is heavy but for the weekend DIY guy that has not yet hit the lottery it is a good deal. I had a few nails that I needed to drive home with a hammer but that may have been operator error.

 

[BQuicksilver]

I have used it and found it pretty irritating. Too much variance in the depth of shot.

 

[fatboyf150]

That tool has a 1 year replacement out the box and at the sale price. you can get a 2 year replace ESP for $19.99. With the 20% coupon, you are still under sale price for that tool and you have a total of 3 years of protection. Then, if something does happen to that tool, its only $19.99 after the swap for 2 more years plus the 1 year you get with the new tool.



sale price 109.99
20%off 21.99
total 87.99
esp cost 19.99
grand total 107.98 + tax.

 

[wheats71]

find a good used bostitch or paslode and save yourself a pile of headaches
let alone finding the right angle or nails and whether it needs wire collated or paper collated nails.
brand name nailers are easier to find nails for
i bought a used bostitch fw28 to frame my basement paid $125.00 can for it

 

[diggerrick]

find a good used bostitch or paslode and save yourself a pile of headaches
let alone finding the right angle or nails and whether it needs wire collated or paper collated nails.
brand name nailers are easier to find nails for
i bought a used bostitch fw28 to frame my basement paid $125.00 can for it

I don't agree with the part about finding nails. The only type I've had trouble finding locally are the 28 degree paper taped nails, but you can get them from HF. Menards and Lowes both have a great selection of nails, but you have to know the size and angle you want.

 

[Addrock]

Just a word about nails, Clipped head no longer meet code in most areas, the HF that I bought last were clipped.

 

[1Garageman]

This is some interesting information, which I gratefully appreciate. I am just truly a virgin when it comes to framing nailers and have never owned or fired one. Maybe I should look for a used one. Let me see what Craigs List has to offer real quick.

 

[1Garageman]

A guy said we would sell me a this for $60. Is this a good deal?????


Husky Framing Nail Gun ROUND HEAD FRAMER 20 DEGREE -22 DEGREE FULL ROUND HEAD NAILS, 0.113" TO 0.131" DIA., 2" to 3 1/2" IN LENGTH AT 70 - 120 PSI

 

[Addrock]

Good deal. IMO

 

[Falcon67]

I looked hard at the HF nailers and ended up buying a refurbed Porter-Cable framer. It's not a Passlode, but it'll plant the hell out of those nails. Good gun and I only paid about $120 for it.
http://www.cpoworkshop.com/porter-c...ditioned-nailers-and-staplers,default,sc.html

I used a HF 18 gauge trim nailer for a while. It got to where it failed to fire all the time. Decent gun for $20, but iffy triggering. I paid dear for a 15 gauge Craftsman trim nailer and an 18 gauge Craftsman, but they work like dogs.

 

[demographic]

Just a word about nails, Clipped head no longer meet code in most areas, the HF that I bought last were clipped.

Hmm, that must be why the nails for the new IM90 Paslodes have an offset circular head instead of clipped heads like the older IM350.

 

[usmc_noma]

I'm not sure who on here said it on another thread but buy your nailer according to what is available as far as nails. I bought an hf 28* nailer but went to my local box stores and found more nails for different degree nailers at a better price. Here I have the most options with 21* or whatever the Porter Cable nailer is degreed with.

I almost bought a paslode nailer but didn't pull the trigger because I found their nails the most expensive. I haven't completely ruled it out but as for now I'm still trying to find a PC FR350.

 

[1Garageman]

I'm not sure who on here said it on another thread but buy your nailer according to what is available as far as nails. I bought an hf 28* nailer but went to my local box stores and found more nails for different degree nailers at a better price. Here I have the most options with 21* or whatever the Porter Cable nailer is degreed with.

I almost bought a paslode nailer but didn't pull the trigger because I found their nails the most expensive. I haven't completely ruled it out but as for now I'm still trying to find a PC FR350.

Good point, I didn't consider that.

 

[1Garageman]

Ok I bought a framing nailer off of Craigslist. I thought this would be a lot better than the one they sale at HF.
Check it out.
SENCO 702 Framing nailer.
I got it for $60 and 2 boxes of almost full framing nails for $40.
So for $100 Framing nailer + Nails = Awesome deal I think

Below is a copy of it's info
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Senco FramePro 702XP Applications:
Framing, truss building, subflooring, sheathing, decking, siding, fencing, pallets and crate assembly.

Senco FramePro 702XP nailer drives 2" - 3-1/2" smooth shank nails (Sencote® or plain) and 2" - 3" ring shank nails. Shank diameters include .113, .120, .131 and .148.

Nail capacity 60. Reg operating pressure 70-120 psig.

Senco FramePro 702XP Features:
• Full Round Head Nails
• Thumbwheel depth-of-drive provides precise countersink
• Comfort grip insulates hands from cold, heat and vibration
• Superbly balanced in-line magazine enables easy usage even in tight areas
• Drives ring and smooth shank nails in 4 gauges
• Shoots nails from 2" - 3-1/2" .113, .120, .131 and .148 shanks
• Sawtooth safety for toenailing
• Rugged design for "X-tended Life"
• Rafter Hook
• EZ-Clear feature and Depth-of-Drive control
• Removable No-Mar Pad
• Construction Ruler
• Two Year Warranty

Upgraded Senco FramePro 702XP internal features include:
• Anodized sleeve for additional strength and durability.
• Urethane sleeve cap protects sleeve from wear.
• Fixed firing valve improves tool life and speed.

Senco FramePro 702XP Specifications:
Power: 904 in/lbs.
Weight: 8.4 lbs.
Height: 13.25"
Length: 20"

 

[mixxmstrmike]

You can't go wrong with Senco. You got a killer deal!

-Mike

 

[1Garageman]

You can't go wrong with Senco. You got a killer deal!

-Mike

Thanks Mike.
This is my first ever Senco device I have bought.
I was amazed at how easy it is to fire a 3" nail into 2x4's!!!!
The time difference from a hammer to a nail gun is unbelievable!

 

[mixxmstrmike]

Thanks Mike.
This is my first ever Senco device I have bought.
I was amazed at how easy it is to fire a 3" nail into 2x4's!!!!
The time difference from a hammer to a nail gun is unbelievable!

Their customer service is top notch too. In short, I called them asking for a replacement part. Service rep asked if I had registered my product, to which I said no. He requested that I register it online and would send me the part for FREE! How's that for customer service?!?!

I have several of their finish nailers, no framing nailer as I have no use for one... yet. All of them have worked flawlessly.

-Mike

 

[pipsters]

I've used cheapie and Hitachi nailers, and honestly there is a world of difference between the cheap and expensive ones. The Hitachi weighs what must be 1/2 or less of the cheapie. Both fire nails but for building houses (I volunteer for Habitat for Humanity) I really like that Hitachi. For small jobs it wouldn't make much of a difference however.

 

[Solo]

If your not in a hurry, check ebay. I just bought a used Senco for less than $100.
Solo

 

[thrifty bill]

If you are patient, decent framing nailers come up on C/L all the time, at least around here.

 

[Addrock]

Nice deal 1Gman!

 

[Danglerb]

Senco used to have the best customer service, as long as you are buying nails or staples you could bring in Senco guns and they would keep them working perfectly.

Best thing about a nailer or staple gun, is that you have a free hand to arrange the stuff you want nailed, so stuff goes together much much faster.

 

[demographic]

Senco used to have the best customer service, as long as you are buying nails or staples you could bring in Senco guns and they would keep them working perfectly.

Best thing about a nailer or staple gun, is that you have a free hand to arrange the stuff you want nailed, so stuff goes together much much faster.

Its worth bearing in mind that those nails can be deflected quite easily and I've seen them bend right round and come back almost to the end of the gun before.

Consequently I make sure the hand that's holding the wood is always further away from the end of the gun ( in any direction) than the length of the nail.

That goes for first fix framing nailers and second fix pin guns alike.

 

[1Garageman]

Its worth bearing in mind that those nails can be deflected quite easily and I've seen them bend right round and come back almost to the end of the gun before.

Consequently I make sure the hand that's holding the wood is always further away from the end of the gun ( in any direction) than the length of the nail.

That goes for first fix framing nailers and second fix pin guns alike.

Thanks for all the info guys. I am really happy with it. I printed out the instructions and need to read up on it also. It says to put 6 drops of oil in it and stuff, which I didn't know to put that much in it. I also need to figure out how to set the counter sink on it. That thing is just so powerful!!!
I was using it at 100psi, is that what you guys recommend?
I was driving it nails into 2x4's. I am just afraid to give it to much PSI.
And 100psi worked fine.

 

[toolman1967]

My nephew is here remodeling our bathroom and is using that exact nailer, he says he has used it for awhile and it works well. He used my bBstitch and agreed that it is not quite as good as the brand name but says it works good if you did not have the ability to compare it with any other.

 

[petee_c]

I have the Campbell Hausfield version of that tool.

200+' of Fence, basement, Floating dock, 10x16 Board and Batten Shed, Outdoor stairs

Works fine for me. Been through 2 of the big boxes of nails. (?3500 nails per box?)

 

[bochnak]

I bought a used paslode f350 from ebay for 115. All the big box stores carry the nails. Works great.

 

[1Garageman]

I have the Campbell Hausfield version of that tool.

200+' of Fence, basement, Floating dock, 10x16 Board and Batten Shed, Outdoor stairs

Works fine for me. Been through 2 of the big boxes of nails. (?3500 nails per box?)

Sounds like you have really broken that baby in. Glad to hear it is working good for you!

 

[1Garageman]

I bought a used paslode f350 from ebay for 115. All the big box stores carry the nails. Works great.

I know that Paslode is always a good name in this field. I just would never be able to find any in my budget. Looks like you got a great deal on it though.