My first wen tool was their drywall sander and 5 years later and countless skim and tape jobs later its still a beast. So i got their palm router for himges and trim and its well built and staedy then went and got a generator and they all work well im impressed. 😊Im ordered this guy ill see how it works.
Thanks! And great question! It depends how much you plan to use it in one go. If you’re a commercial shop and you’re going to use this thing non stop, you’ll want a larger compressor with higher CFM. If you’re like me and periodically use it, a small compressor is fine. Honestly, my compressor is overkill for this thing, I think a pancake would to fine. That being said, there are other air tools that require much more volume (HVLP Sprayer). Do you need to run any other tools? Or just this guy?
@@NorthwestCraftsman thanks for the reply. Just this tool. I'm rehabbing a house and inadvertently bought this tool vs. an electric nailer. Now I'm trying to decide if I want to return this and get electric or get a cheap compressor. I'm be using it for all new trim in the house.
I think you’d be fine getting a small compressor and using this. It doesn’t consume a ton of air and an air compressor has more versatility than an electric nailer.
I didn't know I need a hose either. I can see one end of the hose connect to the gun, what does the other end connect too? If it's not to an outlet, then this is useless since I don't have anything else. Was hoping to do my trim work project today.
@@chanthana7694so you’ll need an air compressor. You can get a small 3 gallon pancake compressor from harbor freight for under 75 dollars. It’s also a good thing to have on hand
I bought one but mine came in a carry case. Not sure why yours didn’t. I’ve only used it twice but for some reason I can’t get the adjustment dial to turn. Not sure what’s going on with that.
Huh! Well that’s nice that yours came with a case. I’m sure it’s just changes on the manufacturing line. No biggie. For your adjustment knob, that’s odd. Have you tried it in both directions? I’m wondering if it’s jammed to one side or the other.
@@NorthwestCraftsman I checked it again and it was just completely stuck. Wouldn’t move either direction. I finally turned it hard and it broke loose so idk maybe it started to rust or ran too far. Anyway it finally freed up and moves fine once it broke loose. I put a drop of oil on it and ran it back and forth so hopefully it won’t do it again.
Isn’t the depth supposed to be just slightly below the surface so you can fill the hole with some glue and sawdust and make it look as if it is not there? That’s my newbie thinking... 🤷🏻♂️
You're totally right, I was a little new to the brad nailer when I made this but you're right, I generally recess the heads slightly to allow for wood filler or the like. To your other comment, I've been pretty impressed with them as well.
@@NorthwestCraftsman I have their jointer and planer. I have a Dremel tool of theirs as well. Planning to get their bench top spindle sander next. I work outside off of a portable workbench, so portability is key for me. I just started learning about 6 months ago. So interesting, lots to learn. 😊
Not at this time, I'm an engineer by training and plan to keep that as my day job. I just enjoy having an outlet that uses my hands and allows me to build functional pieces of furniture for my family. TH-cam and sales effectively allow that hobby to be free which is awesome.
Never the goal 😂 if you see things I do that spark safety concern or that could be done better, please never hesitate to call me out, it’s the only way we learn 😊 Happy Woodworking! Josh Northwest Craftsman
There is absolutely nothing wrong with this review or his approach to setting this up. I for one appreciate his method. Some of the more seasoned presenters assume that us true newbies know more than we do.
Appreciate you taking the time to make this video. I just bought one as well. All in all I have been very impressed with Wen tools.
Just bought this, because is cheap and I’m just playing with wood at the moment. Your video covered all the questions I had. Thank you!
Glad I could help!
My first wen tool was their drywall sander and 5 years later and countless skim and tape jobs later its still a beast. So i got their palm router for himges and trim and its well built and staedy then went and got a generator and they all work well im impressed. 😊Im ordered this guy ill see how it works.
Glad you’ve had so much luck with them! I’ve grown to like their tools.
Thank you for reading the manual for me!!
Glad I could help!
Thank you for creating a review video like this one!
Of course! Glad you appreciated it!
Nice content sir. Appreciate the review. just bought mine.
Thanks! Hope you get as much use out of yours as I do out of mine!
@@NorthwestCraftsman just finished my table faster because of it.
Fantastic!
Great review!
Thanks!
I bought this best bang for your buck!
Technically there is a safety since the trigger will not work until the nose is depressed. (Hah, you addressed that later.) Nice review.
It’s hard to do a true unboxing and have it all perfectly planned out 😂 glad you found it useful!
Have a great one,
Josh
Northwest Craftsman
What would be a good compresser to use with this? New to air tools. Great video! Thanks!
Thanks! And great question! It depends how much you plan to use it in one go. If you’re a commercial shop and you’re going to use this thing non stop, you’ll want a larger compressor with higher CFM. If you’re like me and periodically use it, a small compressor is fine.
Honestly, my compressor is overkill for this thing, I think a pancake would to fine. That being said, there are other air tools that require much more volume (HVLP Sprayer).
Do you need to run any other tools? Or just this guy?
@@NorthwestCraftsman thanks for the reply. Just this tool. I'm rehabbing a house and inadvertently bought this tool vs. an electric nailer. Now I'm trying to decide if I want to return this and get electric or get a cheap compressor. I'm be using it for all new trim in the house.
I think you’d be fine getting a small compressor and using this. It doesn’t consume a ton of air and an air compressor has more versatility than an electric nailer.
@@NorthwestCraftsman many thanks!
I bought one but I did know I need an air hose too.
Ah yes, it’s not one of the self contained nailers. If you need a hose, I’ve really liked this one below.
25’ Air Hose
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I didn't know I need a hose either. I can see one end of the hose connect to the gun, what does the other end connect too? If it's not to an outlet, then this is useless since I don't have anything else. Was hoping to do my trim work project today.
@@chanthana7694so you’ll need an air compressor. You can get a small 3 gallon pancake compressor from harbor freight for under 75 dollars. It’s also a good thing to have on hand
I bought one but mine came in a carry case. Not sure why yours didn’t. I’ve only used it twice but for some reason I can’t get the adjustment dial to turn. Not sure what’s going on with that.
Huh! Well that’s nice that yours came with a case. I’m sure it’s just changes on the manufacturing line. No biggie.
For your adjustment knob, that’s odd. Have you tried it in both directions? I’m wondering if it’s jammed to one side or the other.
@@NorthwestCraftsman I checked it again and it was just completely stuck. Wouldn’t move either direction. I finally turned it hard and it broke loose so idk maybe it started to rust or ran too far. Anyway it finally freed up and moves fine once it broke loose. I put a drop of oil on it and ran it back and forth so hopefully it won’t do it again.
@@whatfreedom7 nice! Glad to hear you were able to break it loose.
Isn’t the depth supposed to be just slightly below the surface so you can fill the hole with some glue and sawdust and make it look as if it is not there? That’s my newbie thinking... 🤷🏻♂️
You're totally right, I was a little new to the brad nailer when I made this but you're right, I generally recess the heads slightly to allow for wood filler or the like. To your other comment, I've been pretty impressed with them as well.
@@NorthwestCraftsman I have their jointer and planer. I have a Dremel tool of theirs as well. Planning to get their bench top spindle sander next. I work outside off of a portable workbench, so portability is key for me. I just started learning about 6 months ago. So interesting, lots to learn. 😊
So much to learn and I feel like there's always more. I've been doing this for 4 years now and it seems like I'm always learning new things.
@@NorthwestCraftsman are you doing it as a career?
Not at this time, I'm an engineer by training and plan to keep that as my day job. I just enjoy having an outlet that uses my hands and allows me to build functional pieces of furniture for my family. TH-cam and sales effectively allow that hobby to be free which is awesome.
How's it holding up ?
Shockingly well for a $35 nailer. I’ve used it on many projects at this point with only a few jams or misfires.
@NorthwestCraftsman thanks for the reply just ordered one yesterday, gonna make glue ups a bit easier !
It is incredible for plywood builds! Hope you get lots of use! Don’t forget to oil it periodically
New to tools seems like, i would hold off on reviews until more knowledge
Hey! You’re totally right, I only started woodworking a few years ago and don’t claim to be an expert. Out of curiosity, what’d I mess up?
@@NorthwestCraftsman just becarefull not to hurt yourself. Looking to see more reviews👍
Never the goal 😂 if you see things I do that spark safety concern or that could be done better, please never hesitate to call me out, it’s the only way we learn 😊
Happy Woodworking!
Josh
Northwest Craftsman
There is absolutely nothing wrong with this review or his approach to setting this up. I for one appreciate his method. Some of the more seasoned presenters assume that us true newbies know more than we do.
@@PureBloodWNC Gotta know the basics of what ya talking about especially with tools. He will get better, the main thing is be safe and have fun.