Precision fasteners with drive pins for all types of precision trim work are available.
Designing a tool that is lightweight and narrow allows for expert fastener placement.
On the fastener magazine, there is an easy dial adjustment.
All-metal construction ensures long-term durability.
Using the BanksTM 23 GA Pin Nailer, you can securely fasten all types of trim and molding without worrying about splitting the wood. Cabinet trim is made easier by the lightweight and narrow body of the tool, which makes it ideal for cabinet trim. The brad nailer comes with a 100-brad magazine and an easy-to-use depth-adjustment dial for pinpoint accuracy. Fires pins in the range of 23 gauge from 1/2 inch to 1 inch.
This small pin nailer is ideal for small trim work and woodworking projects such as birdhouses, picture frames, drawer dividers for kitchen cabinets, and other similar projects. Some of the things I discovered were that there is really only one safety latch to lock the trigger, and that you simply swing it out and you are good to go. This particular model does not have the safety trigger in addition to the nail release trigger. Another feature that I dislike is that it does not have a mar rubber tip at the end (this rubber tip prevents a small dent in the wood if you are using soft wood, but hard wood appears to work just fine). I’ve shot approximately 500 pins with this and have never had a jam occur. Please add a drop or two of oil (even vegetable oil is fine) to the inlet port of the air connection on the nailer itself after 50 pins have been inserted into it. It will accept pins in the sizes 1/2″, 3/4″, and 1″. The kit includes a plastic case, oil, a spare drive rod, and operating instructions. There’s enough space in the plastic case for a couple of boxes of pins. If the pins are 23 gauge, they will work with this nailer regardless of the brand. You can purchase either head or headless pins, and both will function properly. When working with soft wood, I use an 80-pound pin nailer, and when working with hard wood, I use a 100-pound pin nailer. If it weren’t for the rubber non-marring tip and the safety, I would say this is a good pin nailer for the money. When working with this material, always wear safety glasses.
