Thanks for posting this. I was just wondering about it. And your reviews are the only ones I trust, since you’re honest, actually use your tools for work, and I never feel like you’re trying to sell something. 👍

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Appreciate that. Yeah I pretty much only buy or get tools sent to me that I would use. I try to just give the information to hopefully help someone make their own decision. We all do things a little differently, what works for one person doesn’t always work for everyone.

That's the longest "Honey, I already have the same tool, but I really needed this one" I've ever seen :) Good comparison.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I had just told her the day before I didn’t think I was going to buy it, then I went to my local store and the box was sitting there 😂

@Stefan_Kawalec

20 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance I wish Milwaukee (TTI) was less greedy, BTW.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

@@Stefan_Kawalec me too… I have a feeling they didn’t allow this to shoot 2” so M18 sales didn’t fall out completely. Seeing this shoot the 1.5”, I can’t imagine it wouldn’t have done 2”. I could be wrong, that’s just me thinking out loud.

I picked up the M18 Fuel Brad Nailer on sale from the local hardware store for $205 today. Thought that was a great deal, so I jumped on it.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

That is. It’s a great nailer. Best battery powered one I have used by far

I was really excited when Milwaukee released an m12 compact Brad nailer. I was ready to buy it just for its size and weight alone even though my 18v Ryobi is at working great after 7 years. Then I realized that it doesn’t shoot longer nails. I like using a brad nailer for baseboard and casing. I think it would be great for someone who installs a lot of cabinets or is a woodworker or needs to have 2 different guns setup like yourself.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Yeah, I’m curious why they didn’t do 2”. It shoots the 1.5 like nothing, can’t imagine it wouldn’t do it. Maybe didn’t want it cutting into the M18 sales 🤷‍♂️

Agreed on nails size. I was going to jump on it when it first came out but when I read the specs, the max nail size was a deal breaker. Great review as always!

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Yeah, it’s what makes it a “not must have” Appreciate it 👍

I need both. I just ordered this today. I'm gonna run 1 1/4" in this only. Everything else is going in the m18. As a trim carpenter this is perfect for me

@MORGANSMaintenance

15 күн бұрын

That’s what I’m going to do also. Saves the switching and gives me a compact one if I need it 👍

yes! was waiting for this one brother

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

👍👍… I hope it’s all you dreamed it would be 😂

Great review!

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Appreciate it 👍

i was excited for this because after having surgery my wrist/hand is weak and weight is a HUGE factor but only shooting up to 1 1/2 brads just seems like a weird way to go. I may grab it if i can do a home depot battery hack with it at some point but i snagged an awesome $300 paslode nailer for like $140 and it is so light that i couldnt justify also buying the m12 at this point.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I didn’t have any other tools on my radar in this price range that pushed it to a later purchase… and I’m a big less weight if possible person too. I think I will use it fairly often… and maybe it will prolong the life of my M18 (in case you need a tip for justification 😂)

@07:49 Remember the old Senco all metal brad nailers and they topped out at 1&5/8” and I know of a lot of tradesmen that got by with that. Company supplied, and for crown moulding and custom stuff I had to spring for a P/C out of pocket, that shot 2” nails. I would say if a person could get by on the 1&1/2” limit, the M12 is smaller and more manageable in tight corners and all. But if a person has lots of Money, say like a ‘Joey Morgan,’ well then, have the M12 and the M18! 😯 😆 J/K Joey J/K Great stuff and stay safe out there!

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I said It’s a luxury tool… and I live in luxury 😂😂 You can do a lot with 1-1/2 nails. I would even think if someone had a 16 gauge nailer but wanted a Brad nailer… this would be a good option. Use your 16 for long nails and this one for shorter.

I got bauer one and in works really good

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

👍👍.. I haven’t tried any Harbor Freight Power tools yet… battery powered anyways. I have bought some corded ones for jobs

Just received mine last week. It’s surely great for tight use and cabinet installation. Beats the m18 nailer

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I would still need the M18 for some of my work for the longer nails, but I think I will get good use out of it

Price should have been $229 like the pin nailer. That would make a better use case for the M12. I do want this, but will wait for sale. Crossing fingers for $179 Christmas sale

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Maybe a sale, or a free battery where you can hack it

Well, that was very helpful...unless you want to avoid spending money... 🤣 The size comparison is really striking because for years every time I pick up the M18 brad nailer I think "why didn't they do this on the M12 platform?" And now they have. Weight and size are really persuasive. As you said, the only deal breaker is situations where you need >1.5" brads. The M12 pin nailer and brad nailer fit nicely into one of the Packout cooler-shape toolboxes.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

The size is great… I’m surprised they didn’t let it shoot 2”… it has zero problems with 1.5” Didn’t want to affect M18 sales I guess 😂

I've had the m18 for many years, I don't think it's misfired a single time. Got the m12 a couple weeks ago, it's my go to when I don't need longer nails.

@MORGANSMaintenance

18 күн бұрын

I’m the same with the M18. It’s been the best Brad nailer I’ve ever used 👍

I don't need it. I just want it😂

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

That was kinda my boat 😂 It will be useful, so it is at least a useful want.

I bought my M18 version for the same price $249 home depot in store.I'll stick with that because of the ability to use longer nails.Nice little nailer though.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Yeah, it being on sale right now makes that price seem even worse. If I didn’t have the M18 and could only have one… that’s what I would get too.

I have the same concerns of brad length and price; however, I am a bit crippled, so 2lbs. is a lot lighter for me. $250 bare tool is too high though.

@MORGANSMaintenance

11 күн бұрын

I’ll be glad I have it.. but agree it seems a bit pricey 👍

I actually don't own a milwaukee nailer currently I have used plenty of them. Ryobi really does this well and for ussaly half the price. I do see value in this one for the size price be darned. I ussaly vote for ryobi brad nailers brushed are fine hp is better ($99 to $140 on sale). For outfitting a crew each employee can have a 15g and 18g for around 230 to 300ish what a deal. That's the cost of 1 milwaukee gun. If I was a homeowner or a small contractor I would just go ryobi and open yourself to a useful world of tools unless you specifically need a tiny brad nailer like this (plus the ryobi portaband is 1/3 to half the price of milwaukee or dewalt).

@ShawnOBrien14

20 күн бұрын

Well said. Ryobi has its place.

@MattHmm-rq6dn

19 күн бұрын

Indeedy ryobi has its place even in a professional contractor relm not all tools but they do some things really well

Do want ! I like the small form factor ; I also think it will play well with the 23 ga . Pin nailer ! Personally , I find most M18 tools are just flat added too big and clumsy !

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I will still need my M18, but I feel this will be a good addition

@chrisfyfe9212

19 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance Kinda like a “ Pocket Pistol , Vs. A Full blown service Pistol , both are usefull , but one is a lot easier to schlep around !

@MORGANSMaintenance

19 күн бұрын

@@chrisfyfe9212 true

@chrisfyfe9212

19 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance Sir ; you prolly know this already ; but I bring to your attention a wonder adhesive ( Miter bond ) , a little dab will do you !

@MORGANSMaintenance

19 күн бұрын

@@chrisfyfe9212 I just started using it in the last few years, it is a great product for trims 👍

Maybe someone can have a tool only deal like Home Depot did with the new M12 circ saw that was $99 dollars tool only! Ever since I bought my 18ga crown stapler I haven’t really used my 18ga brad nailer, I tend to go for the stapler over brad nails now. Maybe Milwaukee will come out with an M12 18ga crown stapler!

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Maybe… you never know. I would like to get the crown stapler myself. If I ever catch a good deal.

What’s the verdict for a hobbyist woodworker that’s only in the m12 line? It’s a bit pricey where it currently sits, so I’d definitely have to wait for a sale.

@MORGANSMaintenance

15 күн бұрын

If you only have M12 and do woodworking I think it would be a good fit. The 2” nail for me is only usually needed when I’m going through other materials between wood like drywall etc.

@BobbyO-ko4dk

15 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance Thank you for the insight, much appreciated!

@MORGANSMaintenance

15 күн бұрын

@@BobbyO-ko4dk 👍

I'm not sure we do enough nailing. Staples, yes; nails, no. I will see what Sonia says, as she does more building. We'd consider the M12, but at 18V are very invested in Ryobi; how is their nailer?

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I had Ryobi’s pen nailer and I loved it. I just swapped to the M18 because it was smaller and for less batteries to keep up with. I’ve heard good things about their other nailers though

@HandymanNate

20 күн бұрын

I have the Ryobi brushless 18 gauge. It's outstanding. A bit bulky, but still beats lugging around a compressor. Needs a 4ah battery though.

@OnusBones

20 күн бұрын

Nice to hear. We probably have 10-12 4AH Ryobi batteries.

For the negatives why did it take nearly a year to come out! I was excited to get it when I saw it and who am I kidding I'm still getting it. The price your paying for the size and using the smaller battery platform. I can get another of m18 stuff cheaper than m12 but guess what we still all buy rhe m12 impact/surge. The 23g m12 pin nailer never had much use for 23g so this 18g will be much more useful. For me I pack alot into a packout ammo (apartment install tools jigsaw ossilating tool m12 fuel saw) can and I think I can add this in there where's any bigger no way. The milwaukee tax is high and even higher for m12 fuel kinda have to accept it. As for the brad size set your expectations 1.5 can do most everything besides 1x sheetrock then stud but at that point isn't a 18g really weak. I call this a win smallest and still gets the job done ussaly is the winner 🏆.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

That’s why I decided to get it… the 1-1/2” will work a lot. I work with 5/8” drywall a lot, and 3/4 trim.. but I tend to get out my 16 for that anyway. I think I will get good use out of it. I also figure by the time my M18 kicks the bucket there will be a new version I will want anyway

This things $180 at my home depot right now

@MORGANSMaintenance

11 күн бұрын

@@ligitmuffin I will see if they change it at mine. You can normally take your receipt in and they will refund the difference. I’d buy it all day at $180 (if I needed it)

I’d appreciate some feedback on which way to go. I currently have a 15 and 18 ga. pneumatic nailer and am looking to get a cordless. I’ve been leaning towards a 16 gauge as it fills in between the others. In my current cordless setup I’ve got mostly dewalt 20v and batteries whereas Milwaukee in the M12 line. Im leaning towards this new M12 18 ga though as it fits the batteries I have with Milwaukee and if I need to go bigger than 1 1/2 nails I could always use the pneumatic. Or should I just go with 16 ga. Dewalt? Appreciate any feedback.

@MORGANSMaintenance

16 күн бұрын

I think if I was willing to buy 2 nailers and was starting over. I may go with this M12 and either a 15 or 16 for longer nails.. (probably a 16 for myself, but that depends on what you do) If I could only have one, I’d go with a 16. That’s just my opinion. I’ve also used Dewalt and Milwaukee Nailers… the Milwaukee are the best cordless nailers I’ve used (another opinion)

16 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance thank you for your helpful advice. I think I’ll stick with this M12 since i have batteries that work in it right now and work up to getting the 16 ga. later if I find I need it.

14 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance would you buy the 16 ga in angled or straight?

@MORGANSMaintenance

14 күн бұрын

Either works for me, but an angled one will let you get in more places. I would also check my local stores and see which nails they stock. Some places you can get both, some it’s one or the other. You don’t want to get into a situation where you have to order nails online all the time

14 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance thanks again. I opted for the straight. The nails are more available and cheaper even though the gun itself ended up being a few $ more. If I get into I situation where I need the angled I still have my 15 gauge pneumatic.

Excellent review with a good practical demonstration. As a finish carpenter I like to nail casing to jambs with 1-1/2 brads and 2-1/2” 16g. About the only time I use 2” brads is for 9/16 colonial base or oak show that integrates under neckbase. This new gun is definitely fits my style!

@MORGANSMaintenance

19 күн бұрын

I thought of that after… the M12 only would be a good fit for someone who owns a 16 gauge and wants a Brad nailer 👍👍

I only have m12 batteries and have ordered this, but I’m having second thoughts due to the limited nail length compatibility. I’m a DIYer and looking to do a home renovation. Will 1 1/2” nails be adequate for installing baseboards? Am I better off returning this and getting the M18 Brad nailer keeping in mind that I don’t have other M18 tools?

@MORGANSMaintenance

17 күн бұрын

It will depend on the baseboard and drywall thickness… which is typically 5/8” & 1/2” in homes - so you will have 3/8” -1/2” of nail going into your stud depending on how deep your nail sets. That will likely hold just fine on base. Ideally you would have a little more, buy you don’t have gravity pulling it down. It’s when you get into thicker baseboards and 5/8 drywall that it won’t make it. I’m not sure how much it would cost to get a battery for the M18.. but I think it would also matter if you saw any other M18 purchases in your future. Even if it’s not “tools”…Like all my home yard equipment is M18, etc. I didn’t say it in the video, but thought of it later… this gun would be a good fit for someone who had a 16 Gauge (or 15) and not a 18 gauge Brad Nailer. You would then have the thicker longer nails when you need them, but a compact nailer when you don’t. I say that because you could keep the M12 since that’s your main tool line.. but if you don’t see any M18 purchases in your future, you could buy a Ryobi 16 gauge nailer or something cheaper that comes with a battery (That’s if you don’t want to spend M18 Money) The nice thing about 16 gauge is you can get exterior nails easier for working outside That’s a lot of extra info.. I’m just thinking of since you run M12 tools only.. I would think this will work for a lot of things you will be doing, but maybe not 100% which may result in you needing another tool. As a DIYer, if you stay with the M12 and that happened in the future…I would compliment it with a 16 or 15 gauge nailer, and not a Brad Nailer that only shoots longer nails

@ghas4151

17 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance I appreciate the reply. That’s a good point. I’m now considering biting the bullet and grabbing a 15ga M18 nailer. That way I am covered for most interior work and can do some exterior work too. I’m also on the 18V Festool platform, but their line of tools, although excellent, are pretty limited (no nailers for instance). Having batteries on both systems should give me better options I guess?

@MORGANSMaintenance

16 күн бұрын

@@ghas4151 I would stay M18/M12 if you don’t mind spending the money The chargers all work together, etc. I’ve run a lot of different brands over the years, but since I switched to Milwaukee I haven’t ran into much they don’t cover. That M18 15 gauge nailer is really good. It’s a deal of the day today… I’m thinking of buying it myself. (I have used it, a guy I work with has it) it’s the only battery powered nailer I don’t have www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-FUEL-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-Gen-2-15GA-Finish-Nailer-Tool-Only-w-Tinted-Anti-Scratch-Safety-Glasses-2839-20-48-73-2015/320193203

@ghas4151

15 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance I put my order in for the M18FN15GA. Will be keeping hold of the M12 for now. I’ll be using it more for trim on trim and cabinet work, while the 15GA will be used for fastening to wall studs. 👍

@MORGANSMaintenance

15 күн бұрын

@@ghas4151 👍👍. The 15 gauge is a good gun. I don’t own it, but I’ve used one of my buddies quite often when we work together.

Gained a follower, great break down thru and thru

@MORGANSMaintenance

11 күн бұрын

@@LiveLaughLOVE-lk1ci appreciate it 👍👍. Glad to have you

😎😱😎😱😎

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

👍👍👍👍

I want thoes clips for m12 stapler/installation driver they don't sell them separately even on spare parts sites. They are worlds better than the m12 impact tiny one and they fit! Any leads on oem ones let me know.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

They are good. It’s one of my favorite things about the Installation Driver

Can it fit the larger m12 batteries?

@MORGANSMaintenance

15 күн бұрын

Yeah you can put whatever battery you want in it. I wouldn’t recommend standing it up anyways, but it is more tippy with the bigger ones when setting on the battery

Wait till you see the price ine the uk, £350 ($444 usd) for the m12, £300 for the m18 (both bare) hilariously overpriced. Still want one tho, just not at that price

@MORGANSMaintenance

2 күн бұрын

@@mcintosh233 I would definitely go M18 in that scenario.. it is a nice gun though.

@mcintosh233

2 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance i only have 12v in milwaukee use festool 18v. There must be some hefty import duties as it seems unusually expensive, It's more than the festool hkc 55 circ saw (£329) which just seems crazy to me.

@MORGANSMaintenance

2 күн бұрын

@@mcintosh233 yeah, maybe it will come down after it’s been released for awhile

Why wouldn't you nail the reveal first???

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I may sometimes, I was just using that example because I had the m18 in my hand. I usually just do whichever nail I have loaded in my gun before I switch

@leonardpaciora5039

20 күн бұрын

@MORGANSMaintenance just seems to me it would be hard to keep the margin that way. Thanks!

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

@@leonardpaciora5039 It probably is 👍

For $249, it’s a pass for me and my usage. I like all my M12 Fuel tools and lights, but I just don’t use a nailer often enough. This is why I bought a Ryobi Airstrike 16 ga nailer. No issues with it plus I don’t have to break out my compressor and air nailers.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I had a Ryobi Pin nailer before I bought the M12, it was a good nailer 👍

In Canada they’re $338 plus tax

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

Sheeww… that’s a lot of money

@codyreid952

20 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance yep it is. But after using the m18 brad nailer to assemble cabinets I needed this. Lighter and just as good

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

@@codyreid952 the Milwaukee nailers have been the best performing battery nailers I’ve used. Really quick, never any jambs, not very loud.

@codyreid952

20 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance I agree

I cant stand it cause milwaukee could hv make this nailer 1/2 inch or an inch longer so it can shoot 2 inch nail. Or create m18 gen 3 that is lighter and smaller

@MORGANSMaintenance

3 күн бұрын

@@freddie966woo Agree. I think this has the power to shoot 2” myself… it has zero issues with 1.5”. I could be wrong, but I think it could.

Great informative video as always but it's a no from me

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

I can get in your wallet every time 😂 Appreciate it 👍

1.5" brads simply aren't long enough to justify carrying this _and_ the M18.

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

They will work for a lot of stuff… but I agree, it’s a luxury item in my opinion. Just depends on your Brad nail usiage

@chrisfyfe9212

19 күн бұрын

❤Good tools , I have the earlier iteration !

Im an electrician and i don’t need this, buuuut…

@MORGANSMaintenance

20 күн бұрын

How else will you shoot a lone Brad nail into some Romex for that service call money…. Looks like your trim guy shot into the wire 😂😂

@MattHmm-rq6dn

17 күн бұрын

@@MORGANSMaintenance Whos this BRAD and why is he causing problems! always SHOOTING his mouth off

@MORGANSMaintenance

17 күн бұрын

@@MattHmm-rq6dn 😂😂