After watching this video, I finally pulled the trigger to buy this. Keep in mind that this will not drive 2.5 consistently (and on hard materials), so I would use this to hold trims in place against the wall and it should do fine for door installation work if you don't mind setting the occasional proud nails. The framing nailer on the other hand is probably worth owning one for punch list applications and seeing how they are releasing a gen 2 36v model, I just don't see any other company being heavily invested in nailers like Hitachi. Aside from Dewalt's 15 gauge nailer, Hitachi's 15 gauge is right up there, so it won't be long before they release a much more capable gen 2. Hopefully, more companies move ahead with their nailers. I like Hitachi's system where you can recharge the nail guns yourself rather than sending it in for service.
For anybody that's new to nailguns, you need to understand that how firm you hold the gun in place will make a huge difference in how deep your nails will go. I've seen some people have issues and a lot of times they're just not holding the gun firmly enough. This can become a problem though on this particular gun because it does not have a soft tip so the pressure you need to apply can cause a lot of marring. Not a problem for painted trim but it can be an issue on prefinished flooring or stain grade trim
I have this nailer, your wood is bounching around when it slaps, it's bound to leave proud nails. It happens but people don't think about the mass that pushing out before it stabs a nail in. If you're lifting early, it's gonna leave some up. I've gone through walnut, birch, silverwood, redwood, ashwood... ALL sink all the way unless I made the mistake. Get a bigger battery because yes, it will help with output as well.
I did a review on 3 different Hitachi nailers also. My biggest beef is they o ly last about a year before they need to be recharged! Then u need to send them in 35$ shipping alone. Plus u can buy a remaned for about 150$ from big sky tools.
It beats draggin a hose and compressor. So you have to set a couple of nails. shit I used to hand nail galley rail back before guns were born .I think were are spoiled these days. And please don't use 18 gage nails for trim or worse 23 if you are I hope you have liquid nail. Keep rocking
Something must be wrong with mine. I just got it and it's leaving the nails sticking up about 1/2".. sometimes more. Yes the depth adjustment is all the way down..
Mine performs even worse with 2.5". 3 of 4 proud when joining 2x4s as a test. I don't think bigger batteries will help help as they will not increase the speed of the air-spring unloading.
Was looking for another finish nailer but, this made me not want to try this brand out. I have a battery powered 16 guage angled Paslode and it shoots just fine and never have any issue and I shoot into steel stud and drywall.
I bought this gun and its useless, it simply doesnt sink nails consistently, and it bounces like crazy ..overall I dont recomend this gun , I also have the frame gun which is fantastic ! But when it leaves nails proud on expensive trim , I cant have that ...its not consistent and as a pro i cant afford those issues, So i went back to my air gun ..
i just used this gun for the first time yesterday putting up fence panels with galvanized nails, just to tack them in place then i go back and screw off, the gun was perfect for that job. very happy i had it but still on the fence for its uses on other projects
After watching this video, I finally pulled the trigger to buy this. Keep in mind that this will not drive 2.5 consistently (and on hard materials), so I would use this to hold trims in place against the wall and it should do fine for door installation work if you don't mind setting the occasional proud nails. The framing nailer on the other hand is probably worth owning one for punch list applications and seeing how they are releasing a gen 2 36v model, I just don't see any other company being heavily invested in nailers like Hitachi. Aside from Dewalt's 15 gauge nailer, Hitachi's 15 gauge is right up there, so it won't be long before they release a much more capable gen 2. Hopefully, more companies move ahead with their nailers. I like Hitachi's system where you can recharge the nail guns yourself rather than sending it in for service.
For anybody that's new to nailguns, you need to understand that how firm you hold the gun in place will make a huge difference in how deep your nails will go. I've seen some people have issues and a lot of times they're just not holding the gun firmly enough. This can become a problem though on this particular gun because it does not have a soft tip so the pressure you need to apply can cause a lot of marring. Not a problem for painted trim but it can be an issue on prefinished flooring or stain grade trim
I have this nailer, your wood is bounching around when it slaps, it's bound to leave proud nails. It happens but people don't think about the mass that pushing out before it stabs a nail in. If you're lifting early, it's gonna leave some up. I've gone through walnut, birch, silverwood, redwood, ashwood... ALL sink all the way unless I made the mistake. Get a bigger battery because yes, it will help with output as well.
I did a review on 3 different Hitachi nailers also. My biggest beef is they o ly last about a year before they need to be recharged! Then u need to send them in 35$ shipping alone. Plus u can buy a remaned for about 150$ from big sky tools.
Warren lll what lasts a year the battery or the nailer unit?
@@imGlobL I think it's the nitrogen compressor thing built in
Buy the air regulator on amazon and watch a video on youtube to refill the nailer yourself, very simple
@@imGlobL the air charge. But u can buy the air charge connector now for about 70bucks. And keep recharging it.
@@Warren3carpentry pass the link air regulator.
It beats draggin a hose and compressor. So you have to set a couple of nails. shit I used to hand nail galley rail back before guns were born .I think were are spoiled these days. And please don't use 18 gage nails for trim or worse 23 if you are I hope you have liquid nail. Keep rocking
Why not use the depth control knob before complaining it didn't sink them in far enough?
oo0Spyder0oo FYI it was set to full depth.
Something must be wrong with mine. I just got it and it's leaving the nails sticking up about 1/2".. sometimes more. Yes the depth adjustment is all the way down..
Sounds like it. Better take it back
Any recommendations on where I can find replacement “non-mar rubber tips” for this exact nailer ?
Check with your local tool provider, they can typically order parts if they carry the brand
They keep falling off, I just put a blob of hot glue on the end now.
Mine performs even worse with 2.5". 3 of 4 proud when joining 2x4s as a test. I don't think bigger batteries will help help as they will not increase the speed of the air-spring unloading.
Greg D22454 you might want to get yours serviced. That shouldn’t be happening. I never get proud nails with this gun
Does this have a depth knob?
Yes
Yes it does, I had it set to full depth.
Also called Hikoki in Australia best nailer.....
Totally agree! Had mine for years now and it’s still running perfect
Great
Was looking for another finish nailer but, this made me not want to try this brand out. I have a battery powered 16 guage angled Paslode and it shoots just fine and never have any issue and I shoot into steel stud and drywall.
it's not the greatest that's for sure! surprising because the framing nailer is amazing!
@@hammerandhome I agree with that! The framing nailer is probably one of my most reliable tools.
Isint there a depth knob for adjustment
Yup, there definitely is
I bought this gun and its useless, it simply doesnt sink nails consistently, and it bounces like crazy ..overall I dont recomend this gun , I also have the frame gun which is fantastic ! But when it leaves nails proud on expensive trim , I cant have that ...its not consistent and as a pro i cant afford those issues, So i went back to my air gun ..
i just used this gun for the first time yesterday putting up fence panels with galvanized nails, just to tack them in place then i go back and screw off, the gun was perfect for that job. very happy i had it but still on the fence for its uses on other projects
Its not a good gun , it is a good gun . Make your mind up
Hi.
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Is the gun as quiet as it sounds?
Yeah it’s extremely quiet.
Go with the Milwaukee 💪
I definitely have to give it a try,
Even worse gun