DEWALT DC618K XRP 18-Volt Cordless 1-1/4 Inch - 2-1/2 Inch 16 Gauge 20 Degree Angled Finish Nailer Kit

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(More customer reviews)No, I am NOT a pro finish guy--former pro-painter guy. I have remodeled about half my house so far, so I would most likely just be a DIY guy. HOWEVER, my experience with interior painting on high-end, high-production tract home projects has made me expert in making the finished product look great no matter what (even though the popular phrase around the jobsite was "the painters will fix it").

Just picked the nailer up August 31st from H.D...

First impressions: This thing is freakin' heavy! I compared it to my Senco FramePro 702XP framing nailer (with 1 stick of 3 1/2 nails in it) and they weigh the same (about 8 pounds). My neighbor has a Senco AirFree cordless nailer, it feels like a toy in comparison to the DeWalt.

Pro's:
* Cordless! Don't have to drag out the air compressor.
* Cool headlights. Good for doing trim in darker areas.
* Shoots 16 gauge angled stick nails (Paslode nails were all I could find to fit at H.D.) Used for crown, casing, base and quarter-round shoe molding--made small, tight holes, no problems.
* Accurate electronic depth adjustment. 1-6 range, 6 setting will just countersink in 3/4 oak
* Bump-firing! Unlike Senco AirFree, you can set the DeWalt to single fire or bump. When on bump mode, it drives at a consistent depth. The motor spools up when you press the trigg er, and then bam, bam, bam

* Good grip. Feels like typical DeWalt grip. Stays in you hand while sweaty, quality trigger feel.

* Spare battery. Good Dewalt charger, quality carrying case (with steel buckles instead of plastic)

Cons

* Porky. Not just heavy, but the head of the unit is kinda fat, it has a belt clip, which you have to use, because you can't park it in your bags. It does work OK with a Monster Hook, so no big whoop. It will also nail shoe molding just fine while upside-down.

* Yellow headlights. I know yellow is DeWalt's thing, but white would have been better.

* Price. $400.00 is a good chunk of cash.

Overall, great result for a first-time release. Absolutely SPANKS the Senco AirFree--then sends it to bed without dinner.

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Product Description:
Harness the power and efficiency of pneumatic nailing with the DeWalt DC618K Heavy-Duty 16 Gauge 20-Degree Angled Finish Nailer Kit. Designed to work with DeWalt's extended run XRP 18-volt batteries, this nailer provides fast, consistent nail penetration in both soft and hard materials. You can select sequential operating mode to ensure precision placement of each nail or a bump operating mode that allows you to harness top speed. A unique engine design allows this tool to work as fast as you do, firing up to four or five nails a second for increased productivity. And at just 8.5 pounds, this tool is lightweight for easy maneuvering and reduced operator fatigue.

Whatever you're working on, you'll appreciate the little details that separate this intuitively designed tool from similar nailers. Integrated LED lights make it easy to ensure accuracy. An easy-to-operate contract trip lock-off disables the trigger when the tool is not in use for improved safety. The nosepiece is easy to access and clear tool-free if a nail jam occurs. And a six-position dial makes it simple to move between several applications without stopping to re-acquire exact depth settings, saving you time. Additionally, the 20-degree angled, rear-load magazine is easy to handle for quick refills, and it will accept up to 120 DeWalt or Pas lode 20-degree nails. Included in this kit is a one-hour charger, an 18-volt XRP battery, a reversible belt hook that accommodates right- and left-handed workers, a no-mar tip, safety glasses, and a kit box for easy storage.