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I'm starting on several projects that will require finish work. All of
my windows will be replaced. And I'm remodeling my kitchen/dining
area. I will have all my window casement to replace, some door
casement, and all of my baseboard on the main level. When I finished
my lower level, I hand nailed the trim. Never again!

I'm shopping for a compressor and finish nailer. I already have a
Dewalt 18-gauge brad nailer (D51238K). It was free with a table saw I
bought last year. I'm currently debating between the Dewalt D55155 Air
Compressor and a Porter Cable Pancake compressor. If I go with the PC,
I can get 2 or 3 PC nailers in a combo deal. If I go with Dewalt, I
have to buy a finish nailer. Either the 15-gauge or 16-gauge.

Any experiences that point one way or the other?

Should I get a 15-gauge or 16-gauge finish nailer?


Thanks for your help,

Steve

Go with the 15-gauge angled. Its a good compliment to the brad nailer you
have. Angled will get into tight spots better plus you will have more nail
choices. The Dewalt aircompressor used to be, or is, made by Emglo I think
(Some Dewalts anyway). Its an oil lube design. It will be a bit quieter and
will last longer. I also like the design. Should do everything you are
asking of it. The PC pancake will also work but will be louder, need to
re-charge more frequently, etc. Also, the dewalt looks like the guts are
protected by a plate and the fittings are mounted to that plate, the pancake
IIRC is not like that. If that's the case the pancake is likely more prone
to damage. The PC is a great value though. If I wasn't too price sensitive,
if it were me, I would go with the Dewalk (Goven your two options). If I was
shopping on price alone then the PC would be my choice. Good luck.
-B