"Recently, I worked on a kitchen remodel where we had to install intricate crown moulding, and a high-quality cordless nailer delivered consistently clean results..."
Fair point, cordless nailers have definitely come a long way. But honestly, for really delicate trim or cabinetry, I still find myself reaching for a pneumatic. Maybe it's habit, but I feel like the air-powered models give me a bit more control and consistency, especially when working with hardwoods or stain-grade finishes. Could just be my comfort zone talking though...
Totally get where you're coming from—pneumatics do have that reassuring feel, especially when precision counts. But honestly, I've been surprised lately by how much cordless tech has improved. Did a built-in bookshelf last month with some pretty delicate maple trim, and my cordless nailer handled it without splitting or misfires. Might be worth giving it another shot sometime...though I get it, old habits die hard.
You're spot-on about cordless nailers stepping up their game lately. I was skeptical too, but recently tackled some crown molding in a client's home—high-end walnut, super finicky stuff—and my cordless handled it beautifully. No jams, no splits, and the convenience of not dragging hoses around was a huge plus. Pneumatics still have their charm, sure...but cordless tech is definitely earning its place in precision work these days. Might be worth another look if you're feeling adventurous sometime.
"No jams, no splits, and the convenience of not dragging hoses around was a huge plus."
Had a similar experience recently installing detailed wainscoting—cordless really surprised me. Still, do you find battery life holds up well enough for longer projects? That's my main hesitation with fully switching over...
I've been pleasantly surprised by cordless nailers too, especially when doing detailed trim work on a recent renovation. Battery life was decent enough—got me through most of the day—but I did have to swap batteries once or twice during longer sessions. Honestly, it's not a huge hassle if you've got a spare charging nearby. Still, for bigger jobs like framing or extensive paneling, I tend to keep my pneumatic handy... old habits die hard, I guess.
