In an earlier thread on brad nailers, I came to the conclusion that the
Senco 25XP was highly desirable except for price ($149). Now Lowe's has a
different model on special - the FinishPro 18. They are giving a $20 gift
certificate with it, which I will definitely use. I also have a 10% off
coupon. Lowes does not carry the 25XP so I have to pay full price for it.
But the net for the FP18 would be $87.10.
Can someone tell me any key or substantial differences between these
nailers? I see the 25XP is more powerful, but everyone seems to say that 2"
or longer brads are kind of academic because they bend so easily as to not
be practical.
Bob
25XP doesn't require oil, FP18 does. FP18 is made in Taiwan and is in
Senco's hobbyist line (previously called Accuset). 25XP is a professional
tool but I don't know where it is made. I have a feeling, but am not sure,
that Senco moved all of their production.
I'm sure the FP18 will work just fine.
"Bob Davis" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> In an earlier thread on brad nailers, I came to the conclusion that the
> Senco 25XP was highly desirable except for price ($149). Now Lowe's has a
> different model on special - the FinishPro 18. They are giving a $20 gift
> certificate with it, which I will definitely use. I also have a 10% off
> coupon. Lowes does not carry the 25XP so I have to pay full price for it.
> But the net for the FP18 would be $87.10.
>
> Can someone tell me any key or substantial differences between these
> nailers? I see the 25XP is more powerful, but everyone seems to say that
2"
> or longer brads are kind of academic because they bend so easily as to not
> be practical.
>
> Bob
>
>
On Sun, 02 Nov 2003 19:08:23 GMT, "Bob Davis"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>Trent, I wanted to be absolutely sure which model you purchased, as both
>nailers are called "Finish Pro". I thought you purchased the FP18. Is that
>correct?
Correct, Bob.
Have a nice week...
Trent
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"Bob Davis" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>
> Is it feasible to either 1) run
> a very long air hose into the attic or 2) fill a static air tank and use
it
> for a few shots sans air compressor?
Yes and yes
Trent, I wanted to be absolutely sure which model you purchased, as both
nailers are called "Finish Pro". I thought you purchased the FP18. Is that
correct?
Thanks,
Bob
"Trent©" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> On Wed, 29 Oct 2003 04:25:24 GMT, "Bob Davis"
> <[email protected]> wrote:
>
> I just recently got the FP, Bob...and I used it to reframe and install
> 4 vinyl windows. I used a lot of the 2" brads...thru the new framing
> and into 100-year-old REAL 2x4's. Had no problems whatsoever!
On Wed, 29 Oct 2003 04:25:24 GMT, "Bob Davis"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>In an earlier thread on brad nailers, I came to the conclusion that the
>Senco 25XP was highly desirable except for price ($149). Now Lowe's has a
>different model on special - the FinishPro 18. They are giving a $20 gift
>certificate with it, which I will definitely use. I also have a 10% off
>coupon. Lowes does not carry the 25XP so I have to pay full price for it.
>But the net for the FP18 would be $87.10.
>
>Can someone tell me any key or substantial differences between these
>nailers? I see the 25XP is more powerful, but everyone seems to say that 2"
>or longer brads are kind of academic because they bend so easily as to not
>be practical.
I just recently got the FP, Bob...and I used it to reframe and install
4 vinyl windows. I used a lot of the 2" brads...thru the new framing
and into 100-year-old REAL 2x4's. Had no problems whatsoever!
The only minor drawback...which you watch out for in a hurry...is that
it'll still shoot if there aren't any brads to SHOOT! It'll pound a
nice little dent in the wood. But there's nothin' there! lol
For what you want to do, I'd say the FP would be the better value.
But the other features of the 25 may be important to you. You need to
decide, of course.
But I doubt if you'll be disappointed no matter which way you go.
Good luck.
Have a nice week...
Trent
Follow Joan Rivers' example --- get pre-embalmed!
Another great testimonial! I've heard good about both models. I'm not going
to make my living with this but I expect to use it frequently. Obviously
Senco just makes good products.
I'm curious about how much air it takes for each shot. Does the nail gun
bleed or only use air when it shoots?
My air compressor is about 6 scfm at 100 psi. Its not exactly portable -
just luggable. I'd like to use the brad gun to put down some quick and
dirty flooring in my attic (2 story house). Is it feasible to either 1) run
a very long air hose into the attic or 2) fill a static air tank and use it
for a few shots sans air compressor?
Bob
"Trent©" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> On Wed, 29 Oct 2003 04:25:24 GMT, "Bob Davis"
> <[email protected]> wrote:
> But I doubt if you'll be disappointed no matter which way you go.
In article <[email protected]>,
"Bob Davis" <[email protected]> wrote:
> That's a great testimonial. I think I might wait and get the 25.
Forgot to also mention it shot through 3/4" MDF baseboard, a shim and
then the 2x4 with ease. There was one instance where it didn't quite
countersink a couple of brads in the wainscoting area - musta been one
of those iron DougFir studs - I tried the adjustment for increasing the
power (I believe it's an extra 25 or 30%) and the following brads
countersunk just fine.
--
Owen Lowe and his Fly-by-Night Copper Company
Offering a shim for the Porter-Cable 557 type 2 fence design.
<http://www.flybynightcoppercompany.com>
<http://www.easystreet.com/~onlnlowe/index.html>
In article <[email protected]>,
"Erik Ahrens" <erikl_nospam_@_nospam_syserco.com> wrote:
> The FP25XP is on my short list of wants. Not to sure about the FP18 other
> than it has a 1 yr warranty and the 25XP has 2 years.
> Some of the reasons for the 25XP are is locks when you run out of nails, a
> diffinate plus; Oilless. Clear nose piece so you can see exactly where the
> nail is going. Also, I think the discharge is out the handle, away from the
> work and your face. The FP18 nail range is 5/8-2" whereas the FP25XP shoots
> 5/8-2-1/8".
>
> I can see where it's a tough choice but my vote is for the 25
In response to AL, the 25 is made in the US.
I just bought the 25 last week to put in 1/2" thick wainscoting in a
bathroom. Much of the surrounding walls are plaster and I didn't want to
be pounding 3 or 4 finish nails into each beaded board and risk breaking
up or cracking the plaster.
The brad-er performed wonderfully. It drove the 18 gauge brads about
1.5" into the hard as rock 80 year old fir studs - this wood has been
known to bend a hand-driven 16d nail on more than one occassion. I also
shot a few brads into some concrete tile backer board to secure the
moldings that extended over the sink's backsplash - no problem.
I appreciated the no-fire when it ran out of brads and I had zero jams.
The exhaust discharge is out the top, but is easily aimed 360 degrees.
--
Owen Lowe and his Fly-by-Night Copper Company
Offering a shim for the Porter-Cable 557 type 2 fence design.
<http://www.flybynightcoppercompany.com>
<http://www.easystreet.com/~onlnlowe/index.html>
On Fri, 31 Oct 2003 04:07:45 GMT, "Bob Davis"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>Another great testimonial! I've heard good about both models. I'm not going
>to make my living with this but I expect to use it frequently. Obviously
>Senco just makes good products.
>
>I'm curious about how much air it takes for each shot. Does the nail gun
>bleed or only use air when it shoots?
I got the complete system...with a 1 gallon tank. I was shooting at
about 95 psi. I got about 20 or so shots before the compressor kicked
on again. But I could ALWAYS keep ahead of the compressor...even when
it was shooting and filling up the tank.
The compressor is totally portable...I don't think it weighs much over
20 lbs. I carry it everywhere...especially out to the cars to fill
the tires.
>My air compressor is about 6 scfm at 100 psi. Its not exactly portable -
>just luggable. I'd like to use the brad gun to put down some quick and
>dirty flooring in my attic (2 story house). Is it feasible to either 1) run
>a very long air hose into the attic
I would go that route.
>or 2) fill a static air tank and use it
>for a few shots sans air compressor?
There's no doubt you'll run out of air when you need it the most. And
you'll lose some air just hooking up the gun.
I'd go with door #1. lol
Good luck, Bob
Have a nice week...
Trent
Follow Joan Rivers' example --- get pre-embalmed!
That's a great testimonial. I think I might wait and get the 25.
Thanks,
Bob
"Fly-by-Night CC" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> The brad-er performed wonderfully. It drove the 18 gauge brads about
> 1.5" into the hard as rock 80 year old fir studs - this wood has been
> known to bend a hand-driven 16d nail on more than one occassion. I also
> shot a few brads into some concrete tile backer board to secure the
> moldings that extended over the sink's backsplash - no problem.
The FP25XP is on my short list of wants. Not to sure about the FP18 other
than it has a 1 yr warranty and the 25XP has 2 years.
Some of the reasons for the 25XP are is locks when you run out of nails, a
diffinate plus; Oilless. Clear nose piece so you can see exactly where the
nail is going. Also, I think the discharge is out the handle, away from the
work and your face. The FP18 nail range is 5/8-2" whereas the FP25XP shoots
5/8-2-1/8".
I can see where it's a tough choice but my vote is for the 25
Erik
"Bob Davis" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> In an earlier thread on brad nailers, I came to the conclusion that the
> Senco 25XP was highly desirable except for price ($149). Now Lowe's has a
> different model on special - the FinishPro 18. They are giving a $20 gift
> certificate with it, which I will definitely use. I also have a 10% off
> coupon. Lowes does not carry the 25XP so I have to pay full price for it.
> But the net for the FP18 would be $87.10.
>
> Can someone tell me any key or substantial differences between these
> nailers? I see the 25XP is more powerful, but everyone seems to say that
2"
> or longer brads are kind of academic because they bend so easily as to not
> be practical.
>
> Bob
>
>
"Bob Davis" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Another great testimonial! I've heard good about both models. I'm not
going
> to make my living with this but I expect to use it frequently. Obviously
> Senco just makes good products.
>
> I'm curious about how much air it takes for each shot. Does the nail gun
> bleed or only use air when it shoots?
>
> My air compressor is about 6 scfm at 100 psi. Its not exactly portable -
> just luggable. I'd like to use the brad gun to put down some quick and
> dirty flooring in my attic (2 story house). Is it feasible to either 1)
run
> a very long air hose into the attic or 2) fill a static air tank and use
it
> for a few shots sans air compressor?
>
> Bob
I would use the static tank if I had a couple dozen nails to shoot. Any
more, and all those trips to refill would make you wish you had run the
hose.
After all, an excuse to go buy more hose? Priceless! <g>
--
Jim in NC