Makita AN924 3-1/2-inch 22-Degree Round Head Framing Nailer - UPGRADED!!!

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Makita just released a new 3-1/2" Framing Nailer, 21° Full Round Head (AN924). The AN924 features enhancements such as:

• Larger capacity air chamber, which allows for increased power to drive nails up to 3-1/2” x .148 (16d) nails
• Top-loading, solid aluminum magazine, which is an easier and more intuitive way to load a nailer
• Heat-treated S7 steel driver blade, engineered for long term durability
• Redesigned 2-position selector for faster selection of bump or compact mode
• Redesigned sharp, pronounced spurs that grip wood for controlled nailing at any angle. Sharper than earlier generation AN923.
• Redesigned ergonomic handle and grip
• Reversible tool hook
Lightweight
A framing nailer is one of the most vital tools in a carpenter’s arsenal. Even with all these improved features, the AN924 has a lightweight design, weighing in at only 8.3 lbs. There’s a tradeoff for reduced weight which usually means a reduced nail capacity. The AN924 does not suffer reduced capacity, and holds two sticks of nails.

There is also a built-in air filter to minimize dust and debris from entering, and a “tool-less” depth adjustment for more precise flush and countersink nailing.

Using the Makita AN924 Nailer

As a remodeling contractor we do a lot of our work cordless. However, there are certain situations where it makes sense to use a pneumatic nailer for speed and efficiency. Typically if the framing is going to last more than a day, we break out the hoses and plug in.

I’ve been using the same Paslode Powerframer for 8 years and it’s a great nailer. It wasn’t until I started using the Makita AN924 that I realized that it might be time for an upgrade. It certainly seems like it has a faster driving speed. And switching selection of bump or compact mode is fast, just a flick of a switch.

The Makita nailer is powerful, and like many nailers, it does struggle a bit getting 100% consistently flush nails into LVL beams. We found it hit of miss when nailing off LVL headers. Out of 20 or so nails we would get a few that didn’t sink, with a compressor set to120 PSI.

I like that the Makita allows for two full strips of nails plus. [64-70 Nails] Additionally Massachusetts framing codes now require a full round head nail, and the Makita allows that and is powerful. Another feature that I like and found useful was the front loading nail slot – this is fast, intuitive and makes sense form a production standpoint. Stripping nails and reloading different length nails, from framing to sheathing nails, was fast, easy and intuitive.


An anti-dry fire mechanism stops the tool when three nails remain in the magazine, and a nail lock-out mechanism that prevents dry-fires.

Tool Nose and Hook

I really like the new nailer tip spurs design It securely grips wood, at any angle, for controlled nail placement. The reversible tool hook allows for two different widths and we like the widest gap for more versatile and hanging on framing.
Price $230.00
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Features

• Power Type :  Pneumatic
• Operating Air Pressure :  70 - 120 PSI
• 6.2 SCFM @ 90 PSI
• Nail Size :  2"-3-1/2" .113"-.148" shank diameter plastic collated
• Maximum Magazine Capacity :  73
• Dimensions (LxWxH) :  22" x 4-5/8" x 13-3/4"
• Weight :  8.3 lbs. 
• Minimum recommended air delivery of 6.2 SCFM @ 90PSI
• 3-year limited warranty


Conclusion

While cordless is cool and getting better daily. Nothing beats the power, capacity and longevity of an pneumatic nailer. The Makita AN924 is and ideal tool for framers, roofers and carpenters in residential and commercial framing applications.