I wasn't completely sold on this tool when I bought it. I was leaning towards the Dewalt 18 volt brad nailer, since I had the Dewalt 18 volt 16 gauge finishing nailer, which was a game changer. Anyway, didn't even know this tool was out when I bought it a month ago, and wasn't sure I would like the gas/battery design versus just a straight battery design like the Dewalt. However, I did like the design of the gun and especially liked the weight. This gun is almost half the weight of the Dewalt, 7.4 pounds, versus 4 pounds, and it is noticeably better balanced.
Driven a 1000 or so brads, no jambs using good quality brads. The tool-less depth changing knob works very well, turning produces exactly the right quality of change in the height of the brad.
Decibels produced by the gun is less than my Dewalt finishing nail. Obviously there is a slight gas odor that is associated with most guns of this type, but it is minimal.
Comes with a great case, 2 batteries, protective glasses, and mine surprisingly came with a Hitachi 3.6 volt screwdriver. Not sure all these come with this item, however mine did. Be sure to watch who you buy this from, I wish Amazon would carry this directly. I buy almost all my tools from Amazon, no problems. Just be sure to look around for the best price. Hitachi NT50GS 18 Gauge Gas Brad Nailer
Well, popped for this spendy tool as I thought it seemed like a good idea, wanted to avoid the tank, hoses etc. It is a fairly complex tool that uses small gas cylinders which one buys separately. We got the nails, we got the gas, and it did not work. The machine turned on, the nails fit (I bought Hitachi nails just in case), but when the trigger was pressed, the gas made a big release, but no nail came out. The good Hitachi guy on the phone had me try some things and then said that it was defective. I returned it for a refund.
Every tool i have purchase always come ready to use even if in limited quantities-- not this one ( No nails No fuel cell )and most stores don't have the fuel cell.Had to order on line a shame that i have to wait spending time and gas trying to get the fuel cells.
Owned an older (black)passload and it worked great for over 8 yrs Now no parts for it-
Anyhow looking foward to using it..- it does feel lighter - Air Compressor - Combo Packs - Cordless Nailer - Nail Gun'
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