Porter-Cable 333K 2.4 Amp 5-Inch Random Orbit Hook and Loop Sander

Frankly, you can’t go wrong with any of the random orbit sanders made by respected toolcrafters these days; it’s really a matter of brand preference, your budget and what fits your hand most comfortably. This one’s among the least expensive from the big toolmakers, but its features are pretty well matched to its competitors. Its motor is a tad more powerful at 2.4 amps than the crowd, but there’s no discernable difference in use. And like... 

Milwaukee 7140-21 1-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer

This angle finish nailer is one of seven new heavy-duty air-powered nailers from the venerable Milwaukee, and the whole series is another testament to the red label’s unflagging quality. Our first impression was how incredibly light this nailer is, and its compactness makes it a cinch to tote and use, especially in awkward positions and at the tail end of a long day of trim or floor installation. Still, it’s a heavyweight in the power department,... 

Milwaukee 7120-21 3/4- to 1-3/4-Inch Coil Roofing Nailer

This coil roofing nailer is one of seven new heavy-duty air-powered nailers from the venerable Milwaukee, and the whole series is another testament to the red label’s unflagging quality. At the top of our list is how incredibly light Milwaukee’s nailers are, even fully loaded, and their compact size makes them a cinch to tote and use, especially in awkward positions. But a close second is the clever inclusion of a magnet that holds onto the nails... 

Hitachi NT65MA2 1-1/4- to 2-1/2-Inch 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer

Long nails into hardwood? No problem. Working overhead? It’s only 4.2 pounds. Hate having the exhaust in your face? Tool-free, 360-degree adjustment takes care of that. No time for jams? Clearing takes no more than a couple of seconds because of the quick-release nose. The magazine is made of nylon, but it seems as rugged to us as any metal magazine out there. That’s also why this nailer is so easy on the hands. Add to that a nicely padded... 

Senco PC0947 / FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit

With its light weight, only 2.9 lbs, the powerful FinishPro 18 is tough enough to do the job but light enough for all-day work. The FinishPro 18 brad nailer drives nails up to 2″ into hard wood applications. FinishPro 18 FEATURES * Extra power — Drives fasteners up to 2″ in hard wood applications * Belt hook — For convenience * Adjustable depth-of-drive * Rear exhaust — Keeps oil and dust away from work surface * Easy-open... 

Bostitch N88RH-2MCN Industrial High-Powered Round Head Framing Nailer and Metal Connector

This 2-in-1 tool has everything you need to frame from you sill plates to your roof rafters. The Bostitch N88RH-2MCN accepts 2” – 3-1/2” plastic collated framing nails as well as 1-1/2” – 2-1/2” metal connector nails. That’s right, it’s a 2-in-1 tool! It comes with two different nose pieces that are easily changed for doing both standard framing and metal connector applications. With 1000 inch lbs of power, it is able to tackle the... 

Porter-Cable BN200A 3/4-Inch to 2-Inch 18 Gauge Brad Nailer

This Porter-Cable 18-gauge, 2-inch brad nailer is a compact, comfortable-to-carry unit that might not offer quite as many extras as other (more expensive) units, but it’s very reliable and does its job well. This nailer shoots standard brads from 3/4 to 2 inches long and has an anodized magazine with a reload indicator. The die-cast aluminum body is lightweight but still very strong, and the handle is comfortable to hold, even over long periods...