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expired Posted by LuJ • Nov 29, 2021

RIDGID 18 Volt Cordless 18 Gauge 2 1/8 in. Brad Nailer Kit (FACTORY BLEMISHED) $139.99

$140

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Missed this last year, and it is now on Cyber Monday sale on directtoolsoutlet.
Eligible for Ridgid LSA.
Try "DTFOCYBERMONDAY" for free shipping, however, it doesn't work for me on Chrome...
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Missed this last year, and it is now on Cyber Monday sale on directtoolsoutlet.
Eligible for Ridgid LSA.
Try "DTFOCYBERMONDAY" for free shipping, however, it doesn't work for me on Chrome...
Update: used incognito mode to apply code, and it finally worked

https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com.../p/R09891K

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Nov 29, 2021
763 Posts
Joined Oct 2004
Nov 29, 2021
somdave2005
Nov 29, 2021
763 Posts
Already have a pneumatic 18 g brad nailer, debating whether to get a cordless one. Only going to be using the nailer occasionally, so not sure I want to spend the extra money for a cordless.
Nov 29, 2021
1,051 Posts
Joined Jul 2007
Nov 29, 2021
NewCents
Nov 29, 2021
1,051 Posts
2Ah battery and free shipping makes the price very appealing. I bought it, but have been looking at a purchase for a couple months. HD sells the bare tool for $169. Tools Dir I think sells the bare tool blem currently for $119 and a 2Ah battery for $21.

The numbers work if this tool was on your list of wants.
Nov 29, 2021
634 Posts
Joined Nov 2007
Nov 29, 2021
rallymaster
Nov 29, 2021
634 Posts
And let's not forget blemished are covered under LSA if you register them within 90 days! Smilie

Funny thing is I just got this nailer without warranty for about 10 less.. guess I will be reselling it!
Nov 29, 2021
157 Posts
Joined Mar 2018
Nov 29, 2021
Mancolt
Nov 29, 2021
157 Posts
Are you sure about LSA applying to this kit? Thinking about switching out my Ryobi nailers as these become available, but one of the main appeals of Ridgid (besides the fact that I have a ton of their batteries and most of my tools are Ridgid) is the LSA. This link indicates Factory Blemished only have a 3 year warranty: https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com/warrantypolicy
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Nov 29, 2021
59 Posts
Joined Apr 2013
Nov 29, 2021
redhotyellaboi
Nov 29, 2021
59 Posts
Quote from Mancolt :
Are you sure about LSA applying to this kit? Thinking about switching out my Ryobi nailers as these become available, but one of the main appeals of Ridgid (besides the fact that I have a ton of their batteries and most of my tools are Ridgid) is the LSA. This link indicates Factory Blemished only have a 3 year warranty: https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com/warrantypolicy
factory blemished from DTO does qualify for LSA i've bought quite a few things from them just make sure you register it
Nov 29, 2021
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Joined Aug 2014
Nov 29, 2021
darylespace
Nov 29, 2021
38 Posts
Just tried this gun last week, lots of no fire issues. Checked no jams , adjusted tension, battery was 3/4 on a 4.0 battery. Just randomly start working again. Happened twice. It's also very top heavy. I'll wait for the Milwaukee to get under 200$
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Nov 29, 2021
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funkmasterscizz
Nov 29, 2021
640 Posts
This or the Milwaukee at Home Depot?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa...fbf3771d59

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Nov 30, 2021
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jssox
Nov 30, 2021
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This is my second most favorite Ridgid tool I own. Well actually this is the new and hopefully improved version. It is so worth it for the simple job. Before this thing there is no way I was going to put that stupid piece of trim that came off the wall. I wasn't going to haul in a compressor, plug in the hose, wait for compressor to fill, attach tool, hope the compressor doesn't wake any little sleeping humans, etc.

I've only shot it about 75 times and I did have one dry fire, but that is about the same I get with pneumatic.

This is $229 at Home Depot, so it is almost 40% off.
Nov 30, 2021
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Nov 30, 2021
jssox
Nov 30, 2021
57 Posts
Quote from funkmasterscizz :
This or the Milwaukee at Home Depot?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa...fbf3771d59 [homedepot.com]
The one you linked to is 23 gauge pin nailer, which is different. I think 18 gauge is the sweet spot for a battery operated tool like this. I'm not going to build a whole house with this tool. I just use it for repairs and 18 gauge has the right strength but is easy to cover with putty and paint if needed. But it comes down to what power tool ecosystem you are in too. If you already have Ridgid then I'd say this.

If I didn't already have so many Ridgid tools, I'd probably go for the Milwaukee collection myself. Although that LSA warranty is hard to beat.
Nov 30, 2021
640 Posts
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Nov 30, 2021
funkmasterscizz
Nov 30, 2021
640 Posts
Quote from jssox :
The one you linked to is 23 gauge pin nailer, which is different. I think 18 gauge is the sweet spot for a battery operated tool like this. I'm not going to build a whole house with this tool. I just use it for repairs and 18 gauge has the right strength but is easy to cover with putty and paint if needed. But it comes down to what power tool ecosystem you are in too. If you already have Ridgid then I'd say this.

If I didn't already have so many Ridgid tools, I'd probably go for the Milwaukee collection myself. Although that LSA warranty is hard to beat.
Thanks I didn't notice the gauge difference. I have a Milwaukee power drill with two of the m12 batteries. Was thinking a cordless nailer would be good to have around if I want to do some trim, etc.
Nov 30, 2021
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Nov 30, 2021
mikek753sd
Nov 30, 2021
553 Posts
Quote from funkmasterscizz :
This or the Milwaukee at Home Depot?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa...fbf3771d59
it's 23 gauge that might be not enough to even baseboards IMHO

depends on what is your use case, maybe you don't need 18 and 23 is just fine
Nov 30, 2021
411 Posts
Joined Nov 2006
Nov 30, 2021
okstuv
Nov 30, 2021
411 Posts
I bought this tool during a previous deal. I don't use it a lot, but when I need it, it's really great to have around. I've pinned trim, cedar panelling, and other home improvement uses. It's also nice to temporarily pin something together so you can do something more permanent to hold it together (bigger screws/nails). It's like having an extra set of hands without the hassle of compressor and hose setup hurdles.

I also own the 16 gauge trim nailer and it had to go in for repair since something failed in the "hyperdrive" pneumatic system - so it was sinking nails 1/2 way, randomly (pretty common issue from what I hear, unfortunately). Home Depot did the repair under LSA and it came back working fine after a couple of weeks.
Nov 30, 2021
640 Posts
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Nov 30, 2021
funkmasterscizz
Nov 30, 2021
640 Posts
Quote from mikek753 :
it's 23 gauge that might be not enough to even baseboards IMHO

depends on what is your use case, maybe you don't need 18 and 23 is just fine
You are right, thanks. Should have done my research. I cancelled the Milwaukee and going with this.
Nov 30, 2021
39 Posts
Joined May 2020
Nov 30, 2021
alienbeagle
Nov 30, 2021
39 Posts
Suggestions? Looking at this to replace pneumatic and have a ton of baseboard to do. Can I get away with the brad nailer or should I find a finish nailer deal?

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Nov 30, 2021
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JYOSS
Nov 30, 2021
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I have the gen 1 of this and really like it despite its known shortcomings. It's heavy, large, the balance is off, and it fires with a half-second delay. Regardless, I find it a very useful addition. Does it fully replace a pneumatic? No. But is it a great alternative depending on your circumstances? Absolutely.

PS I seem to recall they've attempted to address the firing delay with these second gen guns

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