Long-life motor with replaceable brushes starts easily under low-voltage conditions. Built-in automatic thermal overload protection. High-Flo air regulator for more work at higher pressure (110 PSI start and 150 PSI stop pressure switch). Reconditioned to perform like new.
The Milwaukee 0919-22 14v Driver Impact Kit contains the 0612-20 Driver/Drill, 9081-20 Impact Wrench, (2) 14.4v Batteries, Worklight, Universal Charger, and Contractor Carrying Bag. The compact Driver/Drill model 0612 features the Clip-Lok??? System that is designed to meet the needs of today’s contractors. Its compact size allows for use in tighter quarters and the exclusive Clip-Lok??? System provides convenient, hands-free, transportation...
One of the most popular brad nailers on the market, this model from Senco is lightweight, oil free, and perfect for work on fine woods and trim. It has a comfortable foam grip and, at only 2.3 pounds, you’ll be able to use it all day without having to worry about excessive arm fatigue. The nailer drives 5/8- to 1-5/8-inch medium- and slight-head brads and offers easy side loading and a handy jam-clearing feature. Since it’s oil free,...
This is brad nailing for the new millennium: a powerful driver in a feather-light body. The magnesium housing is a fantastic development from the Bostitch folks, who’ve known all along how to make a heck of a nailer. This one weighs in at a mere 2.1 pounds, letting you hoist and fire for hours without the strain and fatigue of the heavier models. The motor is whisper-quiet and oil-free, eliminating worries about oil-stained work pieces. Bostitch...
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...
Great for light framing–remodeling, especially–this Impulse cordless framing nailer from Paslode lets you avoid the hassle of compressor hoses and compressor noise. The nailer’s small, 12-inch-long, lightweight body (6.9 pounds) is easy to hold and, because you’re not dragging a hose, doesn’t cause as much arm fatigue as other nailers. The nailer drives 2- to 3-1/4-inch nails and has easy-to-adjust drive depth and a...
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,...
Light as a feather and mean as a junkyard dog, DeWalt’s 18-gauge brad nailer is a heck of a tool. We like the fit and feel of it, and DeWalt wins points from us for putting low-nail indicators on the side and the top of the magazine. The sliding depth adjustment is fantastic: just unlock it with your index finger, slide the adjustment with your other hand, and you’re ready to fire. Like DeWalt’s other nail guns, this model has a...
This one’s a bit of a paradox: The do-it-yourselfer might pass by this compressor in favor of an oil-free, no-maintenance model, but it’s actually one of the best on the market for the homeowner, hobbyist and weekend warrior. There are three factors that made us form this opinion. First, it’s the quietest compressor we’ve ever encountered. It’s a remarkable departure in a genre of tools that normally force you to suspend conversation while...
This model from Porter-Cable is one of the newest additions to a vast line of pneumatic nailers. The PIN100 is perfect for hobbies, intricate work, or just using the pin as a “hold-down” while your glue dries. The hole produced with the pin is so small that a wipe with a damp rag makes the hole virtually invisible to the naked eye. Although this unit is small and lightweight, it is not lacking on performance or features. The PIN100 will...