Framing, siding, decking, attaching wood to masonry, you name it, this versatile and lightweight framing nailer from Bostitch does it all. This clipped-head nail gun is equipped with a patented pushbutton adjustable depth guide that sets the nail to desired depths quickly and conveniently. A depth-of-drive control of course means there’s no adjusting compressor pressure, but also that you don’t have to fumble for tools when you’re standing on a steep roof. Just set the compressor at 80 psi and adjust the depth as needed.
Weighing just 7.6 pounds, the tool handles great in tight quarters like attics and during otherwise shoulder-burning overhead tasks. The innovative design is a big plus when nailing top plates to floor joints or when crawling under that low deck to reinforce the new hot-tub. A factory installed sequential trigger and Bostitch’s exclusive Smart Trigger ensure optimal control and faster production. The trigger works as either a sequential or bump fire trigger. A notched, 16-inch layout indicator on the magazine helps achieve correct distance between studs in a matter of seconds. And, a lightweight magnesium housing means easy handling and unsurpassed durability.
The unit drives 2- to 3-1/2-inch wire-collated framing nails. One of the most powerful framers on the market, this nailer features 1,050 inch-pounds of driving power for tackling even toughest engineered lumber applications. And, bolt-on, steel wear guards with integrated rubber skid pads protect the tool from bumps and drops for durability and years of use. –Brian D. Olson
Technical Details
- 2- to 3-1/2-inch clipped head stick framing nailer
- Driving power: 1050-inch-pounds; pushbutton depth of drive
- Magnesium housing for durability; weighs 7.6-pounds
- Sets up as sequential- or bump-fire trigger
- Length: 20-inches; 7-year manufacturer warranty
Product Details
- Product Dimensions: 23 x 16 x 6 inches ; 9.5 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 9.8 pounds
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
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Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
ASIN:
B000A7PAS0 - Item model number: F28WW
Customer Reviews
Bostitch is the best…
I own 4 Bostitch nailers and they are all great. I like the light weight of the nailer as well as its more than adequate power. You just can’t beat the ease of use for a pneumatic nail gun.
I did a lot of research before purchasing the Bostitch and I am very glad I did. It has yet to jam. The toe nailing claw is great. It really digs into the wood and allows you to drive nails at any angle without slipping.
Can’t go wrong with this.
Nailer
This product is great and it makes framing a breeze. The only problem is that the wire clipped 28 degree nails are not commonly found in a lot of the public building supply stores (Home Depot, Lowes etc.) They can special order them for you but if you need them right away you are out of luck, with that being said once you do get the nails this is one fine nailing machine that will work all day without any problems.
If you want a trouble free framing nailer this is a very fine heavy duty one Bostitch F28WW Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer with Magnesium Housing
Have Nailer, Used Here and there
I picked this up at HD, and after using the paslode cordless, I really like the Bostitch. For it being as light as it is, it really has tons of power, and holds way more nails than the paslode. Because of it’s magnesium construction, it’s also lighter than the paslode, and with a lightweight airhose, this thing is versitile. The countersink feature rocks due to it’s pushbutton guage, and the cleat it has on the safety works brilliantly for toenailing.
For an airpowered gun, this thing rocks!
lightest and most powerful
I have used almost every brand and type of framing nailer over the span of 20 years. this nailer is as close to perfection as i have seen. i was afraid it may have poor durability because of it’s extreme light weight, but over the last 2 years, a million+ nails, and a few nasty falls it has crushed all my fears. I can’t remember one jamb, sinks nails in lvl and other lam mat. better than any other gun i’ve used, and i think at this point it’s takenthe durability prize. my only complaint would be the smart trigger acts goofy at times since day one. maybe by now bostitch has smartend up the goofy thing. i think i bought the first one they sold.
i noticed one reviewer said nails are hard to find for this gun, “special order” i think he said. maybe out west (WA?) where he is, but around here (PA) 28 wire is the standard. They are everywhere. i’ve even bought them at a back woods mom and pop hardware store.
Real time saver
This product has saved me lots of time. I have not had a single problem with this nail gun. No misfires and the claws on the side really grab the wood. I wish I would have purchased one years ago.I love that the F28WW will shoot both clipped head and round head nails. This makes it very easy to find nails as some counties do not allow for clipped head nails. This gun will do both.
Great Gun
This is a great gun! I’ve used it for lots of stuff like building a shed, repairs and new remodeling projects. It’s got plenty of power to drive fasteners into engineered lumber and even the old dense wood used to build my house decades ago. The operation is simple as you might expect, and it is reasonably priced. Mine is made in the USA, and hopefully they still are made here.
My only complaint is that it doesn’t include a 1/4″ plug with it, and it doesn’t come with a case. Not that it’s a bad thing, but this thing is pretty heavy and it will give you a good workout. I’d take it over anything else on the market except the Max SN883RH framing nailer, but that thing cost almost 50% more.
industry standard
This gun is the industry standard framing gun in my opinion.
The nails are readilly available in a wide variety of sizes and finishes. I run this gun off a small bostich (pancake) compressor for low duty jobs. For rapid fire nailing I need to use a larger compressor.
Will last you forever if you oil it every day. I have seen guns with leaky o-rings but this is caused by letting them dry out. Also, be sure to unplug the air line at the end of the day especially if freezing temps are expected at the site (or in your truck) overnight.
Great
Really like this product. Haven’t had any problems with it. It can take paper collated nails to, which is quite handy. My boss has a similar Bostitch gun and he has had that for about 15 years.
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