 - 1-1/2-inch to 3-1/2-inch framing nailer; 1,050 inch-pounds of driving power; sequential and bump trigger
- 2 nailers in one: includes two quick-change nosepieces, converts to framing or metal connector applications
- Lightweight magnesium housing; integrated rubber skid pads; rubber grip
- Includes 1 framing nailer
- 14-1/4 by 20-1/2 inches; 8.1 pounds; 7-year limited warranty
List Price: $329.00
Lowest Price: $209.00 
Product Description: Bostitch, Round Head Framing Nailer, Doubles As A Metal Connector Nailer, Drives Most 21-23 Degree Plastic Collated Round Head Nails From 1-1/2" To 3-1/2". Comes With Bostitch Smart Trigger, Delivers 1050 IN LBS Of Power. Amazon.com Review: This Bostitch is really two nailers in one, and combined with all the features that make Bostitch stand out in the field, this is the framer to buy. First off, it comes with two nosepieces, one for framing and one for metal connector applications. This will save you a couple hundred bucks by eliminating the need to buy a dedicated metal connector nailer. It fires 21-degree plastic-collated full round head stick nails, in lengths of 2 to 3-1/2 inches and shank diameters of .113 to .162 inches. With the metal connector attachment, you’ll need 23-degree plastic-collated full round head metal connector nails, 1-1/2 or 2-1/2 inches and shank diameters of .131, .148 and .162 inches – but with the metal connectors, you can load just one stick at a time. The nosepiece conversion is quick and easy, provided you haven’t installed the included Smart Trigger (this one is black), which lets you fire in a bump mode, because the metal connector feature can only be used with the factory-installed sequential trigger (the gray one). Nevertheless, it’s a money-saving feature we love. The depth-of-drive is a pleasure instead of a chore, because it’s regulated by Bostitch’s patented push-button method. After you depress the button, you physically slide the contact arm and release the button. Loading fasteners also is a two-second task – pull the latch back, drop the nails in, let the latch go, and you’re ready to work. They couldn’t have made it easier. And here’s a neat little thing they designed into the gun: a notch at 16 inches, so all you need for on-center work is, well, the nailer. The gun itself is made of lightweight magnesium, so it’s both light and rugged, and it won’t take a terrible toll on your arms, shoulders and back, even after a day of putting up sheathing, siding, trusses, fencing or even a backyard deck. If you’re considering a metal connector gun anyway, buying this is like getting the other gun for free. We like Bostitch guns, and this one is a keeper.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-07-07
nice nailer
I decided to get one of the refurbished models, and I have been happy with it so far. The price was around $100 cheaper than a new one. The nailer arrived in like-new condition with the metal connector tip and sequencial trigger included. I bought this for jobs around the house, so I cant really compare this to professional nailers, but I have used a Porter Cable frame nailer and I would say that the Bostich performed as well as the PC and is probably 5 pounds lighter. Also, the PC did not have a metal connector option. So far, I have used this nailer to replace about 50 feet of privacy fence. I used 2 3/8 galvanized RH nails using 100 psi, and the gun performed perfectly. The depth adjustment is easy to use and works well. Loading new strips of nails is very easy. My only complaint is that the gun does not come with any kind of case, so I will need to find a tool bag large enough to store this. Overall it seems like a great nailer. Rating: 
Date: 2008-07-03
air nailer
this is a pretty good air nailer. The only problem I've had is sometimes it does'nt shoot all of the 2 3/8 inch nails,but does just fine on the 3 1/2 inch nails. Rating:
Date: 2008-04-19
not a bad tool
I received this F21PL at work (I am not in construction), whereupon I opened it immediately. I came to find out Stanley had shipped 2 framing nosepieces for the nailer, and forgot to send a metal fastener nosepiece. Getting on the phone I was met with a great response which netted me the correct piece in the mail 3 days later. I was impressed by their responsiveness. Having tried out only framing nails, I have found the same shower of sparks from the tip of the nailer as others have reported. Otherwise it seems to work quite well, although I wish the framing tip had a more agressive face to it to aid in toenailing. Overall I would give it 4.5/5 stars. Rating:
Date: 2008-04-18
Worked fine for me.
Had the coil roofing nailer and loved it so I bought their framing nailer too. It has worked fine for me and has no trouble driving a 3 1/2" nail. Rating:
Date: 2007-10-05
If you need to fasten lots of metal clips and hangers...
...then perhaps this is the nailer for you.
At the price I was able to buy it for, I am very happy with my Bostitch nailer. It was a factory refurb, but it looked, felt, and even smelled like brand new. To be honest, I think Hitachi nailers (at least the ones that I have used) have a smoother action. Don't get me wrong, the Bostitch works great and I haven't had a jam yet, but the Hitachis seem just that much easier to fire, especially in difficult toe-nailing positions. At any rate, I could not get one for anywhere near the price I got my refurb Bostitch for on Amazon. And the Bostitch has the special nose that lets you attach metal straps and other hardware to wood. I have used this feature in commercial applications about a dozen times (over 1000 collated joist hanger nails used so far) and it rocks. It is so effective nailing metal hardware that I have yet to use a brand new palm nailer that I bought for that purpose. The instruction manual says that the metal connector nose can only be used with the sequential trigger which, for me, would mean changing the trigger every time I wanted to fasten metal connectors, but I have been using it with the "smart" trigger without any problems. Of course, I don't try to "bump" fire into the tiny holes of the metal connectors, that would be asking for a lot of trouble, but it does work using the sequential mode of firing with the smart trigger (I suppose the folks at Bostitch are justifiably worried about the danger of a nail ricocheting off of a metal connector in the event of an accidental double fire and that is why they say that the metal connector feature can only be used with the sequential trigger). The Bostitch also has a quick and simple tooless depth adjustment system, which I can't even imagine not having this day in age, tooless exhaust port adjustment, an inch scale printed on the side of the nail magazine so that you can properly space your shearwall nailing without having to take out your tape, and the ability to accommodate the skinniest to the fattest of nails.
Maybe sometime in the future, when I make more money and can afford to have a second nailgun lying around, I will buy a Hitachi and covet it and not let anybody else touch it, but in the meantime I am completely satisfied with the value of the Bostitch nailer and its unique ability of nailing metal connectors to wood. It pays for itself with that task. |
