Great video. Definitely wanted to see this used before I considered buying it for occasional projects. I have the same mindset about tools... Looking for that balance in cost and quality.
i spent a lot of money on a brand-new Stanley brad nailer electric I used ones 10 nails, and it stops working I did pay $30 to get it fix, it works for 3 nails and stops again --so I decided to buy the compressor and the Wen brad nailer, i already went through 2 boxes of brads in several lengths and on real wood, i mean hardwood here in my country (pine wood is not that available here) and the nailer is still working strong love it -- I am using it on furniture and some other wooden decorations, and it is working perfectly i am planning in buying 3 more to take advantage of the low price and high-performance obviously I am not using it on heavy construction sites just a weekend warrior
Sorry to be off topic but does anybody know of a way to get back into an Instagram account? I was dumb forgot my password. I would love any assistance you can offer me.
@Eugene Javion thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
Been using one for over a year building boxes etc.and it's been great not one jam and I've gone through(thousands)of brads,gonna buy another and stash it for the future
Y@@engineerable yeah I was shocked how good it worked,bought a wen orbital sander for like 31 bucks right after and that's been great as well,been pounding it no issues
To be honest, this is one of those tools I use once in a while, hence purchasing an inexpensive model. Yes, it does still work. I used it for a few renovation projects so far and have had no issues. It seems as well built as more expensive models I've seen in box stores.
Works great, but I just use it occasionally. I have a larger oilless air compressor that is used everyday at the shop, and the piston cups need to be replaced every few years. The compressor motor life listed (usually 3000hrs) is how long the piston cups last. California Air Tools sells those replacement parts.
I already have air compressor... but debating on this or the air strike ryobi... any advice? I’m a DIYer. Would you buy again.. or it’s great but now that you have used it more.. you wish u would have went with battery mounted Ryobi?
It really depends on how much you're going to use this. For occasional DIY use, save the money and go for the compressed air powered Wen. If you were using this every day as part of your work, then the cordless convenience of the Ryobi Airstrike would be worth it. I have no regrets going with the standard compressed air powered WEN, and more money in my pocket.
Galvanized nails are usually used for exterior, but even the galvanized 18 gauge nails say "Interior use only" on the box. There are 18 gauge stainless brad nails like these that will work for exterior use. amzn.to/4a2kCzM or amzn.to/3RpICFT or amzn.to/3RpIJRP or amzn.to/47Kg3sr or amzn.to/47IkT9M
To be honest, this is one of those tools I use once in a while, hence purchasing an inexpensive model. Yes, it does still work. I used it for a few renovation projects so far and have had no issues. It seems as well built as more expensive models I've seen in box stores.
@@engineerable what is the air compressor for? I’m still trying to learn using tools😅 I just ordered this on Amazon today. Would I be able to use it without the compressor?
@@ZaiasMom The nailer is powered by compressed air, so you must have an air compressor to use the nailer. You have to connect an air hose between the air compressor and nailer to provide the power.
I bought a similar one but different brand. I cannot load it as the nails get stuck on the hex screws that are on the magazine. Not sure what the purpose of those screws are expect to stop one from loading nails. Any suggestions? I have never had a brad nailer before so how they operate is a mystery to me
@@engineerable I got thinking that I may be loading it on the wrong side of the magazine. I tried the other side and when I insert a nail clip,one cannot shut the magazine as the magazine will not slide over top of the clip. Maybe I bought the wrong brad nails. I thought all brad nails fit all brad guns. I may be wrong on that
I bought myself one for my 70th birthday tomorrow! lol I love using it because it’s not heavy like some of them are. I’m definitely a tool lady! 😁
Great video. Definitely wanted to see this used before I considered buying it for occasional projects. I have the same mindset about tools... Looking for that balance in cost and quality.
i spent a lot of money on a brand-new Stanley brad nailer electric I used ones 10 nails, and it stops working I did pay $30 to get it fix, it works for 3 nails and stops again --so I decided to buy the compressor and the Wen brad nailer, i already went through 2 boxes of brads in several lengths and on real wood, i mean hardwood here in my country (pine wood is not that available here) and the nailer is still working strong love it -- I am using it on furniture and some other wooden decorations, and it is working perfectly i am planning in buying 3 more to take advantage of the low price and high-performance obviously I am not using it on heavy construction sites just a weekend warrior
Nice!
Thank you for doing this review. I'm in the market for an 18 gauge air nailer and this might fit the bill.
Sorry to be off topic but does anybody know of a way to get back into an Instagram account?
I was dumb forgot my password. I would love any assistance you can offer me.
@Bishop Karson Instablaster :)
@Eugene Javion thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm.
I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Eugene Javion It did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. I am so happy:D
Thank you so much you really help me out :D
@Bishop Karson you are welcome :)
Been using one for over a year building boxes etc.and it's been great not one jam and I've gone through(thousands)of brads,gonna buy another and stash it for the future
Nice!
Y@@engineerable yeah I was shocked how good it worked,bought a wen orbital sander for like 31 bucks right after and that's been great as well,been pounding it no issues
Just got mine today looks pretty good!!
Nice! What projects you gonna be using it for?
@@engineerable I have a ryobi with batteries and some times it's hard to get in shelves corners
Thank you for the review!
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Video was very helpful. Thank you.
Hi. Excuse but mine doesn’t shoot the nails out😢
Is it still holding up after 1 year?
To be honest, this is one of those tools I use once in a while, hence purchasing an inexpensive model. Yes, it does still work. I used it for a few renovation projects so far and have had no issues. It seems as well built as more expensive models I've seen in box stores.
You shouldn't get your fingers that close to the nailer tip, it could curve though the wood grain and go right in your finger.
Good to know. I've seen them take a u turn when hitting something hard like concrete.
While im here i gotta ask, hows that air compressor holding up?
We just got 2 at work to replace our old ones.
Works great, but I just use it occasionally. I have a larger oilless air compressor that is used everyday at the shop, and the piston cups need to be replaced every few years. The compressor motor life listed (usually 3000hrs) is how long the piston cups last. California Air Tools sells those replacement parts.
I already have air compressor... but debating on this or the air strike ryobi... any advice? I’m a DIYer. Would you buy again.. or it’s great but now that you have used it more.. you wish u would have went with battery mounted Ryobi?
It really depends on how much you're going to use this. For occasional DIY use, save the money and go for the compressed air powered Wen. If you were using this every day as part of your work, then the cordless convenience of the Ryobi Airstrike would be worth it. I have no regrets going with the standard compressed air powered WEN, and more money in my pocket.
Would you buy this WEN nailer for your projects?
What's your favorite nailer?
About to buy this for a plywood shiplap project for the house! Thanks for the review!
@@mericanfreedom8347 Nice! 👍 It will work well for that! Look forward to see your finished project!
This thing is pretty easy to use! It drove the 2" brads in just fine for me, which is all I can ask for, really.
What nails did you use? I can’t find any 18ga nails for exterior use
Galvanized nails are usually used for exterior, but even the galvanized 18 gauge nails say "Interior use only" on the box. There are 18 gauge stainless brad nails like these that will work for exterior use. amzn.to/4a2kCzM or amzn.to/3RpICFT or amzn.to/3RpIJRP or amzn.to/47Kg3sr or amzn.to/47IkT9M
How has this nailer held up?
To be honest, this is one of those tools I use once in a while, hence purchasing an inexpensive model. Yes, it does still work. I used it for a few renovation projects so far and have had no issues. It seems as well built as more expensive models I've seen in box stores.
Do I have to have a compressor to use this tool
Yes, I recommend this ultra quiet air compressor amzn.to/3fMe9wn I talk about it in the video at 5:48
@@engineerable what is the air compressor for? I’m still trying to learn using tools😅 I just ordered this on Amazon today. Would I be able to use it without the compressor?
@@ZaiasMom The nailer is powered by compressed air, so you must have an air compressor to use the nailer. You have to connect an air hose between the air compressor and nailer to provide the power.
This a good question! I bought this Brad nailer and was wondering why it wouldn't work! I didn't know I needed a compressor 😞
I bought a similar one but different brand. I cannot load it as the nails get stuck on the hex screws that are on the magazine. Not sure what the purpose of those screws are expect to stop one from loading nails. Any suggestions? I have never had a brad nailer before so how they operate is a mystery to me
You may need to post a picture somewhere to understand what's happening. Don't have this issue with the Wen.
@@engineerable I got thinking that I may be loading it on the wrong side of the magazine. I tried the other side and when I insert a nail clip,one cannot shut the magazine as the magazine will not slide over top of the clip. Maybe I bought the wrong brad nails. I thought all brad nails fit all brad guns. I may be wrong on that