Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 Pneumatic Flooring Nailer

by Freeman

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 flooring stapler, T-Cleat, and L-Cleat nailer combination is the work horse in the Freeman line-up. Our gun shoots both cleated nails and staples. It shoots 15.5- and 16-gauge staples ranging from 1 to 2 inches, and "L/T" cleats ranging from 1-1/2 inches to 2 inches. The 3-in-1 magazine has a capacity of 100-120 staples/cleats. The body of this gun is constructed of durable die-cast aluminum for job site dependability for daily use. It comes with two composite non-marring base plates for added stability and protection against scratches to the flooring surface. The interchangeable base plates allow you to install 1/2- to 3/4-inch nail-down flooring. It provides a convenient long reach handle with a padded grip. Internally, the driver blade is constructed of a very tough heat-treated one-piece hardened steel, aluminum cylinder, high quality rubber o-rings, and internal air filter. This tool comes with carrying case, oil, wrenches, goggles, and a no-mar white rubber mallet. This tool is manufactured under the strict guidelines for quality control. Each gun is tested before it is approved for shipping. Freeman Pneumatic line of nailers was developed with the professional in mind. Our company has worked diligently to develop a product that could meet the demands of the Professional customer and still hold true to the value associated with our product and its price point. Freeman guns are sold, distributed, serviced, and warranted by a US company, Prime Global Products, Inc. PGP is proud to offer our nailers to professionals and do-it-yourselfers alike. Freeman nail guns are backed by our 7-year limited warranty. If your Freeman tool ever needs service please read our warranty policy for complete details.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 22.5 x 25 inches ; 27 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 27 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B002EVPO54
• Item model number: PFL618BR
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (103 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,723 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #85 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Nailers & Staplers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

60 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars If it was made in USA it would of been 5 stars but still, Already worth the cost!, October 3, 2010

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Corkery Woodworks - See all my reviews

This review is from: Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 Pneumatic Flooring Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am a flooring contractor and after using $480 flooring nailers for the past 7 years, I can say this is well worth it. My previous nailer bit the dust in the middle of a job and I rented one from "rip off Depot" and after spending $70 on a day and a half rental I figured I would order this one to at least get me past this flooring job and then cross my fingers for the next. I can honestly say that this is as good or better than both of my Bostich staple nailer and cleat nailer (each over $450!!!). Also, keep this in mind, all these nailers are made in China, none are made in the USA anymore. Bostich or aka Stanley used to make their nailers in the USA and it was worth the price but they have since fired all they american laborers and have not lowered their prices dispite the 1/4 cost of building the nailer since being built in China, now they are made in China for about 1/4 the cost and the rest is now in the wallets of CEO's of Stanley/Bostich so it really doesn't matter anymore( damn shame to). Stanley /Bostich is simply riding on their name. All the brands are pretty much the same now a-days unfortunetly. The 7 year warranty caught my eye and is key. This is definetly a no brainer. Here are a few obvious perks ...

Freeman Nailer ($190) 7 year warranty - Bostich - ($470 +) 7 year warranty
Freeman Nailer T, L & Staples ($190) Bostich - Staples only! want L cleats? Spend another $470 ($960+)
Freeman Made in China Bostich - Made in China
Freeman Decent durable plastic Carrying Case Bostich - Cardboard Box & some used tape
Freeman Parts - Aluminum Bostitch Parts - "aircraft grade aluminum" i.e. ...um, Aluminum!
Freeman Rubber Mallet, Oil, wrenches Bostich - Rubber Mallet
The bottom line is this: If this Freeman nailer gets me past 5 years of service then It did the job and I made an Excellent investment. If it gets me past 2 years than I still made out. Not to mention they also have a seven year warranty and I did call their support before hand and tell them I had a broken one and they said they would send me a new one with shipping sticker to send old one back ( I always do this with expensive tools), so they seem to be standing behind their warranty. Also, this nailer shoots three different type of nails! So save your $280 for something else nad buy the Freeman. Only thing they need to do now is make the damn thing in the USA then I would REALLY be impressed and give the 5 stars! Also, "Aircraft grade Aluminum" is like saying my t- shirt is made of "aircraft grade cotton" ... there are 15 grade types of Aircraft aluminum and guess what- even Harbor Frieght tools are technically "aircraft grade Aluminum". Once again Bostich/Stanley is trying to screw with our heads, banking on hte name and robbing you blind.

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good price but broke down on the second job, August 29, 2010

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This review is from: Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 Pneumatic Flooring Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Great price, beats renting that's why i got it obviously.

Did about 1,200sqf on the first job with a few jams (probably not oiling enough) but that wasn't a problem.

Very nice finish on the gun, handles great.

On the second job the piston or whatever is inside just wouldn't return the actuator and is audibly leaking air. I think i was just hitting this thing to hard and it couldn't take the abuse. Not sure what broke down. The website says 7 years limited warranty.

I would love a replacement but now i have to ship it to the company (not Amazon, which sucks) so not sure if it is worth the time and the fees involved. It already cost me time to drive around and rent a replacement, then drive to return it. Probably spent double already with all the stoppages.

If you are doing a small project (a room or two) then this is definitely your tool.

If another job comes about i will be probably considering something more heavy duty. Still undecided if I will go through with the repair process.

Reliability is more important then an eye catching price. That applies to all products, doesn't matter if it was made in China or say Ohio.

-- update

Very, very, very good customer service. Got the tool replaced in 3 days no hassle whatsoever.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Pleased, August 24, 2009

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R. Horn "General Contractor" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Freeman PFL618BR 3-in-1 Pneumatic Flooring Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Invested about 1/3 the price of a name brand pneumatic flooring nailer and installed about 3500 square feet of hardwood flooring without a hitch. No miss fires, jams and worked to perfection. Light weight, easy to load and built solid. Would recommend with no problem