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    Re: Framing nailers

    I too got the Bostich ... I like the round magazine much better than the stick. I've had the N88 for about 7 years now ... got it when they were pretty new .. during one of the asnnual Hardware/Woodworking shows in Edmonton.
    I've now built my shop, a shed addition to the garage, and 2 horse shelters here in Michigan and a huge deck, shed enclosure for the hot tub and several other projects back in Alberta.
    While, at times, I envy the guys with the non-pnerumatic setups .... this one has been pretty good to me and I can attest I've certainly never babied it.
    I also like my Porter-Cable roofing nailer a lot too ....

    pete
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    Re: Framing nailers

    I didn't have a compressor so I picked up a paslode it is great. The only problem is my buddies like it better than having to run the compressor and drag a hose behind them. I still want a compressor for other stuff but I think for a framing gun I don't want the hassle. It has also done wonders putting up my fence. Too far for a hose to reach.

    Steve

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    Re: Framing nailers

    <font color="blue">I didn't have a compressor so I picked up a Paslode it is great. </font color>
    Old thread, I know.... [img]/forums/images/icons/laugh.gif[/img]

    I have 2 compressors, a wheeled horizontal one (110v) in the garage and a DeWalt 'portable'. The wheeled horizontal works great for working on the tractor and vehicles where I usually need cfm for tools like the impact wrench.

    I thought the DeWalt portable would be great for use with my brad, finish and framing nailers. While it works well, it's anything but convenient because of its weight. My last four projects that required the use of a nailer were on our second floor and at the barn. Each required lugging the DeWalt compressor upstairs and out to the barn. These Paslodes are looking better and better! [img]/forums/images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

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    Re: Framing nailers

    My Plaslode has worked great for the past 4 months of building a barn, pump house and out in the vineyard...

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    Re: Framing nailers

    Regarding Harbor Freight and the China built nail guns. They aren't a bargain for a pro unless you drive by HF daily. For a couple projects and casual usage afterwords, they might be acceptable in the following instance.

    HF offers extended warranties on their tools at a really reasonable rate. They are EXCHANGE waranties. If the tool has a problem take it in and get a new one. No down time for repairs. If you aren't a high volume user making a living relying on your tools who can't stand to have it break then pay 2-3 times as much for a Senco or Paslode.

    Same story for big hammer drills, grinders, and such. Not all their tools are total "do do ca ca" but some are pretty close. Still with an exchange warranty and the low initial cost it can be worth the gamble on some items depending on you specific situation.

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    Re: Framing nailers

    I picked up my framing and finish nailers at a local pawn shop, paid around 100 each, they are both Sencos and have worked fine for occasional use for several years. I got a Hitachi coil roofing nailer at a different pawn shop for around $70, it works well.

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    Re: Framing nailers

    I didn't see Craftsman mentioned. Anyone had problems with them. I mention it because they have theirs on sale now for $200. I'm in the market too, but this is an expensive tool for me.

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    Re: Framing nailers

    K-Have you looked at Harbor Freight. Chinese products primarily but a friend that does a lot of framing and other projects using air nailers says that for the occasional user, this can't be beat. Prices would be about 1/2 of what you quoted. Good luck
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