Bostitch N88RH Heavy Duty Round Head Nailer

by Bostitch

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Framing, siding, decking, attaching wood to masonry or driving nails into hard engineered lumber--you name it--this versatile and lightweight framing nailer from Bostitch does it all, and does it well. With 1000 in./lbs. of driving power, the tool is by no means out-muscled by other nailers in its class.

Weighing just 7.9 pounds, the tool handles great in tight quarters like attics and during otherwise shoulder-burning overhead tasks. The innovative design is also a godsend when nailing top plates to floor joints or when crawling under that low deck to reinforce the new hot-tub. A patented push-button, depth-of-drive control of course means there’s no adjusting compressor pressure, but also that you don’t have to fumble for tools or awkward switches when you’re standing on a steep roof. The depth control ensures quick and simple countersinking in a wide variety of materials from siding to decking. Just set the compressor at 80 psi and adjust the depth as needed.

The tool’s in-line magazine and aggressive toe-nailing teeth ensure excellent balance and control even on awkward, angled shots. A rugged, magnesium housing makes this nailer extremely durable. An extruded aluminum magazine loads in a snap for less downtime. A tool-free die-cast adjustable deflector conveniently directs exhaust away from the face. And, a removable no-mar tip protects the work for less prep before painting. Since the tool is designed to last so long, its molded comfort grip is built to last the life of tool, too, for years of comfort and control. The purchase is covered by a manufacturer 7-year warranty. --Brian D. Olson

From the Manufacturer

This new high power, full round head, framing nailer has 1000-inch-pounds of driving power. A rugged designed magnesium housing makes this tool lightweight and easy to handle. The N88RH nailer only weighs 7.9-pounds with exclusive push-button depth control for quick flush nailing adjustments, molded rubber comfort grip lasts the life of tool. Aggressive teeth design grips lumber for easy toe-nailing, extruded aluminum magazine, and tool-free die-cast adjustable deflector conveniently directs exhaust. Removable no-mar tip protects decking materials. The tool's specs: tool weight -- 7.9-pounds; driving power --1000-inch-pounds; power to weight ratio -126; fastener range -- 2-inch - 3-1/2-inch (.113-inch - .131-inch shank diameter); fastener collation --21-degree plastic collated stick nails.

Product Details

Product Manual [1.17mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 7.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005JRLR
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: N88RH
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #229,959 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #79 in Home Improvement > Air Tools > Nailers > Framing Nailers
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DIY Homeowner's dream, but nails hard to buy., February 24, 2005

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Magnus Opus (Washing DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bostitch N88RH Heavy Duty Round Head Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

PROS:
- This is a great and reliable nailer. I'm using it now to frame in a basement. Not a single jam.
- Haven't had it long enough to comment on durability, but I've put it down for 2 months, picked it up, and started nailing with not even a pause.
- The spiked teeth make toenailing a breeze.

CONS:
- Plastic collated nails in smaller quantities at 21 deg. for RH nailers are not available. That means you're stuck buying 4000 qty cases for your first job, no matter how small, and it makes having several nail sizes and types on hand an expensive proposition. I have been to 7 different hardware stores (big and small) in the DC metro area and can't find a single box of 21 deg plastic collated nails smaller than 4000 unit cases.
- Wear eye protection! Those plastic pieces from the collated nails can be dangerous as they come flying out from all angles.
- Had some minor trouble nailing treated lumber using a smaller compressor. Make sure your compressor is well-matched and up to the task with this nailer.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars NEW NAILER IS LIGHT AND EASY & SIMPLE TO USE!!, September 4, 2004

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P. A. Kettlewell "handyhen" (Antigo, WI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bostitch N88RH Heavy Duty Round Head Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

AFTER MY HAND-ME-DOWN OLD SENCO NAILER (20#+ LOADED) DIED, I INVESTIGATED THE NEWER FRAMING GUNS, ORDERED THE BOSTICH N88RH AND AM COMPLETELY CHARMED WITH IT. OUT OF THE BOX, LOADED, OILED AND THEN PUT UP A 16X20' SHED WITH ONLY ONE JAM WHEN MY COMPRESSOR GOT UNPLUGGED... IT IS LIGHT, EASY TO ADJUST & USE AND THIS "HANDY OLD HEN" WILL HAVE IT CLOSE BY FOR ALL MY FUTURE PROJECTS.... PS: THE NAILS ARE NOT HARD TO FIND, AS HOME DEPOT STOCKS 2 LENGTHS OF 21 DEGREE RH NAIL STRIPS....

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Nailer, October 20, 2004

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Brown1 "kbsound" (Utah USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bostitch N88RH Heavy Duty Round Head Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have owned this nailer for 6 months, I purchased it for the construction of my house. I have shot over 20,000 nails I have not had one problem with this nailer, it has never missed or double fired yet. An awesome nailer