Brad nailer or nailer/stapler (at h/f)

[Arne]

I'm going go be ordering (from h/f) the solar panel, sander, and want a brad nailer.

Is the nailer/stapler combo (18 gauge) a better deal for flexibility, or is it troublesome having a tool that tries to be good at two functions? I'm always a bit leary of something that tries to be good a too many things....

Thinking about it, is 18 gauge big enough for tear drop stuff, like attaching 1/4" luan to pine, etc.?

[BILLYL]

Arne-

I have their 18g Brad nailer - bought that first and then found a 1/4in crown 18g stapler they had on sell and bought that - I think each was under $20 or so. The brad nailer has a different point on it so I find it to be a little more accurate in where you set the brad. Having the two - it allows me more choices and I don't have to unload one gun and swap out the brads to a stapler etc.

Let me know what you think about the solar panel.

BILL

[Arne]

What do you use staple for, and do they stick up above the surface?

The solar panel has gotten good reviews, and I plan some 'wilderness' camping where juicing up the battery would give the bat a boost when I can't plug in somewhere... and the price seems pretty good.

When I get it, you can be sure you'll hear about my experiences.../g/

[purplepickup]

Arne, there was some discussion about the nailer in this thread http://tnttt.com/viewto ... sc&start=0

I ordered the combination one for $29 but it hasn't come yet.

[BILLYL]

Arne-

The stapler head does not stick above the surface. Right now I am using the stapler to cover very large speaker cabinets - but will look at using it to staple trim and fabric.

Bill

[George T.]

Greetings from Colorado!

I have had the combination brad nailer/crown stapler for about two years. Haven't had any issues with it. Of course, I am not using it for commercial applications. For occasional hobby use it is fine.

George T

[Arne]

Thank you for all your feedback... think I'll go with the combo... will order today......

[Denny Unfried]

I have their brad nailer and at first was trying to use it with full shop pressure. On soft woods it was firing the head right through whatever I was trying to nail - so - I use an air pressure regulator to control how deep it burys the head. They certainly give you your moneys worth with some replacment parts et cetra.

Denny