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Tools: Stapler *LINK*
By:Dave Stoup
Date: 6/26/2008, 9:48 am

Hi all. I started stapling strips last night (actually strip would be more appropriate) and found that the stapler I am using is completely inadequate. I had bought the arrow stapler in the link below, but is doesn't have enough power to get a 1/2" staple through the strip and into the plywood form. When it does, it doesn't stick well and causes tearing of the wood at the staple's exit.

I did try the brads which works alright, but doesn't hold the strip to the form very well, and still pops out easily.

Can anyone recommend a better stapler? I thought of trying my finish nailer but I'm afraid this might be overkill and cause an unnecessarily large hole. Plus, I find I have to be very careful with the air pressure or it drives the nail all the way in, making removal a real chore.

Thoughts?

Messages In This Thread

Tools: Stapler *LINK*
Dave Stoup -- 6/26/2008, 9:48 am
Re: Tools: Stapler
Ric Moodie -- 6/26/2008, 5:05 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
John Eberly -- 6/27/2008, 3:52 pm
Re: Tools: Fishing Line *LINK*
Glen Smith -- 6/27/2008, 4:52 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dan Caouette (CSFW) -- 6/26/2008, 1:56 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Bill Hamm -- 6/26/2008, 8:22 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dave Stoup -- 6/27/2008, 9:14 am
Re: Tools: Stapler
Bill Hamm -- 6/27/2008, 10:34 am
Re: Tools: Stapler
Mike Savage -- 6/27/2008, 3:52 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dave Stoup -- 6/26/2008, 2:12 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Golfgeek -- 6/26/2008, 1:09 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dave Stoup -- 6/26/2008, 1:48 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler *Pic*
Etienne Muller -- 6/27/2008, 10:22 am
Re: Tools: Stapler
Brad Shook -- 6/26/2008, 11:53 am
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dave Stoup -- 6/26/2008, 12:47 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler
Dave Stoup -- 6/26/2008, 12:19 pm
Re: Tools: Stapler *LINK*
Kim Hoover -- 6/26/2008, 10:09 am