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Select Stores: Ridgid 18V Brushless Cordless 16-Gauge 2-1/2" Nailer (Tool only)

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$135

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Select Home Depot Stores [link for reference only; store locator] have Ridgid 18V Brushless Cordless 16-Gauge 2-1/2" Straight Finish Nailer (Tool only) on sale for $135.04. Pricing/offer is valid for in-store purchase only.

Thanks to Community Member MellowString114 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: In-store availability and pricing varies by location. You may be able to check your selected store's availability by clicking "See In-Store Clearance Price" below the Online Price on the product page.
Product Details:
  • RIDGID's brushless motor technology delivers maximum performance and longer runtime
  • 35% faster nail driving than the previous model (R09892)
  • 15% lighter weight and 10% more compact than the previous model (R09892)
  • Power to drive 1-1/4 in. to 2-1/2 in. 16 gauge straight finish nails into hardwoods
  • Ideal for exterior trim, door jambs, crown molding, baseboard, door/window trim, and staircase treads
  • CLEAN DRIVE Technology: Drives nails flush at any angle, reduces jams, eliminates MDF trim blowouts, and doesn't leave driver blade marks
  • 1,700 nails per charge using a 4.0Ah MAX Output battery (sold separately)
  • Integrated tool-free depth of drive adjustment dial to adjust for hard or soft materials
  • Selectable mode switch allows contact actuation or single sequential driving
  • Tool-free power adjustment regulates air pressure for optimal results
  • Dry-fire lockout extends the overall motor life and prevents marring of the work surface
  • Tool-free jam release for easy access to clear nails in case of a jam
  • Integrated LED light for improved visibility in low light situations
  • 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries, Tools, and Chargers
  • Includes: 1x R09893 18V Brushless 16 Gauge Straight Finish Nailer, 2x No-Mar Tips, and Operator's Manual
  • Battery and charger sold separately

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Written by citan359 | Staff
  • Includes Lifetime Service Agreement with registration within 90 days of purchase.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by MellowString114
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Select Home Depot Stores [link for reference only; store locator] have Ridgid 18V Brushless Cordless 16-Gauge 2-1/2" Straight Finish Nailer (Tool only) on sale for $135.04. Pricing/offer is valid for in-store purchase only.

Thanks to Community Member MellowString114 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: In-store availability and pricing varies by location. You may be able to check your selected store's availability by clicking "See In-Store Clearance Price" below the Online Price on the product page.
Product Details:
  • RIDGID's brushless motor technology delivers maximum performance and longer runtime
  • 35% faster nail driving than the previous model (R09892)
  • 15% lighter weight and 10% more compact than the previous model (R09892)
  • Power to drive 1-1/4 in. to 2-1/2 in. 16 gauge straight finish nails into hardwoods
  • Ideal for exterior trim, door jambs, crown molding, baseboard, door/window trim, and staircase treads
  • CLEAN DRIVE Technology: Drives nails flush at any angle, reduces jams, eliminates MDF trim blowouts, and doesn't leave driver blade marks
  • 1,700 nails per charge using a 4.0Ah MAX Output battery (sold separately)
  • Integrated tool-free depth of drive adjustment dial to adjust for hard or soft materials
  • Selectable mode switch allows contact actuation or single sequential driving
  • Tool-free power adjustment regulates air pressure for optimal results
  • Dry-fire lockout extends the overall motor life and prevents marring of the work surface
  • Tool-free jam release for easy access to clear nails in case of a jam
  • Integrated LED light for improved visibility in low light situations
  • 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries, Tools, and Chargers
  • Includes: 1x R09893 18V Brushless 16 Gauge Straight Finish Nailer, 2x No-Mar Tips, and Operator's Manual
  • Battery and charger sold separately

Editor's Notes

Written by citan359 | Staff
  • Includes Lifetime Service Agreement with registration within 90 days of purchase.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by MellowString114

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Aug 09, 2025 05:13 PM
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Othe12sid3Aug 09, 2025 05:13 PM
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I'm interested in this but have a somewhat related question.

I don't have an 18V line but I'm quite invested in Milwaukee M12 for 12V. Simple home DIYer.

I want to invest in a non-Milwaukee 18V line for more heavy duty tools, purely due to lower cost since I don't need top of the line stuff. I'm looking at either Ridgid or Ryobi. What would you say is a better value and quality brand? Also considering I'd be filling out my 18V tool needs via deals like this and probably never at full price. TIA!
Aug 09, 2025 06:12 PM
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RugerRedhawkAug 09, 2025 06:12 PM
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Quote from ElatedHill224 :
I have this nailer and just as a heads up you may want to browse a bit before you buy. This thing is heavy, bulky, and slow. If I could do it again I think I'd probably have gotten a dewalt or a metabo that being said it's been a few years and it still works as good as it did when it was new
I have the older brushed version and it's an awesome tool. Obviously heavier than a pneumatic but used it installing tongue and groove as well as soffit framing. Battery lasts forever. Can't go wrong for the money if you have Ridgid batteries already.
Aug 09, 2025 06:15 PM
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RugerRedhawkAug 09, 2025 06:15 PM
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Quote from Othe12sid3 :
I'm interested in this but have a somewhat related question.I don't have an 18V line but I'm quite invested in Milwaukee M12 for 12V. Simple home DIYer.I want to invest in a non-Milwaukee 18V line for more heavy duty tools, purely due to lower cost since I don't need top of the line stuff. I'm looking at either Ridgid or Ryobi. What would you say is a better value and quality brand? Also considering I'd be filling out my 18V tool needs via deals like this and probably never at full price. TIA!
I have had Ridgid for a number of years and they have overall been great for me, but in hindsight wish I went Ryobi because they work plenty good enough, cost less, and have a massive tool lineup.
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Aug 09, 2025 06:16 PM
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rayrayzAug 09, 2025 06:16 PM
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Just a heads up, Ridgid has a recall on the framing nailer in both 30* and 21* variants. You can check on their site.

Good price on this finish nailer. Wish I didn't pick up a Ryobi one last year. That one is a 18 gauge vs this one at 16 gauge.
Aug 09, 2025 07:52 PM
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Jeff_In_LouisvilleAug 09, 2025 07:52 PM
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Got this last xmas

works great

waiting on a deal for the 18 gauge now
Aug 09, 2025 07:57 PM
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Jeff_In_LouisvilleAug 09, 2025 07:57 PM
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Quote from ElatedHill224 :
I have this nailer and just as a heads up you may want to browse a bit before you buy. This thing is heavy, bulky, and slow. If I could do it again I think I'd probably have gotten a dewalt or a metabo that being said it's been a few years and it still works as good as it did when it was new
I agree it's heavy but I only buy orange because of the life time warrantee. I have had great luck with the LTW.
Aug 09, 2025 08:46 PM
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Othe12sid3Aug 09, 2025 08:46 PM
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Quote from RugerRedhawk :
I have had Ridgid for a number of years and they have overall been great for me, but in hindsight wish I went Ryobi because they work plenty good enough, cost less, and have a massive tool lineup.
Thanks for the insight. Yeah Ryobi has some killer deals also, good point about the massive tool lineup too! A good example, I almost got a HD clearance portable Ryobi wet vac/spot cleaner for $25... sadly it sold out while I was considering it lol.

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Aug 10, 2025 03:55 AM
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SMEGAug 10, 2025 03:55 AM
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found 4, now 3 at SLC, Highland Dr Store. located on a cart across from the service desk. Thanks OP.
Aug 10, 2025 09:12 AM
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MidniteoylAug 10, 2025 09:12 AM
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Picked one up at the next closest HD to me. They had to look, but found some on the top shelf that were not marked as Clearance but rang up as so anyways.

Thanks, OP. Been looking for to pick up one of these for some time now.

Southlake HD in Merrillville, IN had 4 left. Unmarked on the Top shelf, if you are looking.
Last edited by Midniteoyl August 10, 2025 at 03:15 AM.
Aug 10, 2025 10:31 AM
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Mr. SparklesAug 10, 2025 10:31 AM
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Quote from HPFDfirefighter :
Checked my Area (central North Carolina), only one store in a hundred mile area had one. Called and the guy held it for me. Finally got a Deal!!!
Hopefully it wasn't 99 miles away!
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Aug 10, 2025 11:48 AM
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SplendidReward129Aug 10, 2025 11:48 AM
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Quote from Shock96 :
I have the 18g version of this and I have been installing a tongue and groove ceiling with it and it has been great! Can't beat it for the price.
Hope you're using adhesive as well. 18ga is certainly not enough holding power for a T + G ceiling. Otherwise, it might not come down today, it might not come down tomorrow, but it's coming down eventually.
Last edited by SplendidReward129 August 10, 2025 at 02:35 PM.
Aug 11, 2025 01:10 PM
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BrightMusic959Aug 11, 2025 01:10 PM
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Quote from Othe12sid3 :
I'm interested in this but have a somewhat related question.

I don't have an 18V line but I'm quite invested in Milwaukee M12 for 12V. Simple home DIYer.

I want to invest in a non-Milwaukee 18V line for more heavy duty tools, purely due to lower cost since I don't need top of the line stuff. I'm looking at either Ridgid or Ryobi. What would you say is a better value and quality brand? Also considering I'd be filling out my 18V tool needs via deals like this and probably never at full price. TIA!
I would say ridgid is a better than Ryobi. If you can get lower priced deals than ridgid is worth it.
Aug 12, 2025 02:54 AM
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ballershanelleAug 12, 2025 02:54 AM
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Ok folks, I'm Ridgid but never had any of these babies. I want the 16 or 18, 22(?) and whatever size & the different nail lengths. Folks with the knowledge, can u make it easy to list a complete tool range. Then, we can ,can see how we want to buy . Dors this set w a free battery look good to build a set. Nailers sorta break down to 125-140 ish a piece

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../323206925
Last edited by ballershanelle August 11, 2025 at 08:58 PM.
Aug 12, 2025 05:31 AM
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Shock96Aug 12, 2025 05:31 AM
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Quote from SplendidReward129 :
Hope you're using adhesive as well. 18ga is certainly not enough holding power for a T + G ceiling. Otherwise, it might not come down today, it might not come down tomorrow, but it's coming down eventually.
It is a lightweight pine ceiling and each joist got double nails. I made one mistake and had to remove one and it was really on there so I am not worried about it coming down.

2" 18g at a 45 degree angle, 2 of them. I feel pretty good about it plus it was an option for this kind of plank. 16g would have been just fine as well.

Now if I was doing an oak or even a fir T&G ceiling, then I would have done a 16g 2.5" nail.

Each plank is 8' and weight in at about 3.8lbs. Usually 7 double nails on each joist which are 12" on center (older home) fir.

A 2" 18g brad will hold about 5-7lb per brad. Not much but when you have 12-14 of them holding a 3.8lb board, not much chance of them coming down. Especially considering they are slightly ring shank.

Plus, when nailing through the tongue, there is less of a chance of splitting the tongue on a lightweight softwood board like white pine vs a 16g.

There, I hope that explains my reasoning.

BTW - I managed to get one of the 16g nailers at a HD about 20 miles away. Last one, just sitting there on the shelf. Felt lucky as that almost never works out!

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Aug 15, 2025 04:58 PM
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SJ246CAug 15, 2025 04:58 PM
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Quote from Othe12sid3 :
I'm interested in this but have a somewhat related question.

I don't have an 18V line but I'm quite invested in Milwaukee M12 for 12V. Simple home DIYer.

I want to invest in a non-Milwaukee 18V line for more heavy duty tools, purely due to lower cost since I don't need top of the line stuff. I'm looking at either Ridgid or Ryobi. What would you say is a better value and quality brand? Also considering I'd be filling out my 18V tool needs via deals like this and probably never at full price. TIA!
I'm also DIY here and I went with the Ridgid platform because their batteries have warranties as well. (You have to make sure to register them right away and if you have any issues, call or chat them right away)

I usually buy Ridgid for my heavy use items and Ryobi for things that Ridgid either doesn't have or will be less used. I've gotten most my tools off of deals from here and buying blem items (full warranty applies) via direct tools outlet.

I use a battery adapter to run Ryobi tools off Ridgid batteries. Mine are Badaptor brand but they stopped making them. There's still no name brand ones on amazon and eBay though.

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