Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n- 0.75-inch to 2.5-inch 16 Gauge nails<\/li>
- Stops firing when the magazine is almost empty<\/li>
- Tooless jam clearing <\/li>
- Work light that activates without firing the tool<\/li>
- Easy to use controls<\/li>
- Easy to reload nails<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n- Will not sink 2″ or longer nails into hardwoods like oak<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi P326 Finish Nailer Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have never used a nail gun before, you will be impressed at how fast the Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer can drive 2.5-inch nails. If you have used other cordless nail guns, you will know what to expect. This is a little faster than my old one. It is not as fast as the premium models but it does not come with the sticker shock of those models either. It may not be quite as fast as the fastest performers but it is no slouch either. The Ryobi Finish Nailer will drive 2.5-inch nails below the surface of most woods all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The Ryobi P326 Finish Nailer will fire 2.5-inch nails into softwood\/construction lumber all day long<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nI have to give it the caveat “most woods.” It will still drive nails into hardwoods such as red oak and maple, but not 2-inches and over. Only some of the premium nail guns<\/a> will. Some furniture makers may want to pass because of this but everyone else should ask themselves if they would ever be driving fasters that deep into hardwoods. I don’t think I ever will, and I’m a woodworker who uses exclusively hardwoods. I still chose to buy the previous Ryobi model for my own tool collection as I thought it was a great value and a great performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"nails](\"https:\/\/www.protoolreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/GMZ5802-WEBSITE-800x534.jpg\")
2.5-inch nails could not sink all the way into red oak. 1.5-inches in about the maximum it consistently drives into these hardwoods.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSome people may wonder why this tool doesn’t include a bump fire mode. This is not a framing nailer. It is a finish nailer. Finish nailers are for neat, controlled precise work, not sloppy “get it done as fast as possible” work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi Finish Nailer Design Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\nControls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Ryobi Finish Nailer places a lever on the top of the tool to control power. Move it one way to increase it; move it the other way to decrease it. I found that you get the most power not when the lever is pointing at full power but when it is one stop short of full power. I found the same thing to be true of the Ridgid 18-gauge brad nailer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMoving on down the tool is the depth gauge which is very easy and straightforward to use. The depth gauge sets a mechanical distance on the head that modifies how deep the nail goes into the wood. You use the power control dial like the psi setting on a compressor. Ensure you have enough power to drive the nail into the material. Then, set the depth gauge depending upon whether you want your nails flush or recessed into the material. The two controls work very well together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Adjusting the depth of your nails is simple on this tool<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nTo load nails in the tool, simply pull back on the side handle until it locks into place. Next, slip a clip or section of 16 gauge nails into the end. Up to 105 nails fit into the magazine at a time. Push the release button to slide the side hangle forward again which feeds the nails into the firing mechanism. If you ever encounter a jam (I did not) Ryobi provides a toolless release mechanism to clear the jam from the firing mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Loading nails into the Ryobi 16 Gauge Cordless Gauge Finish Nailer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOther nice details of the Ryobi Finish Nailer include an LED light that is triggered by a secondary switch on the handle. There is also an additional non-marring rubber nose cone stored on the tool itself should you lose the one on the firing mechanism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ergonomics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As usual for a battery-powered nailer, the Ryobi P326 cordless finish nailer weighs more than a comparable air nailer. On the plus side, you don’t need to deal with a compressor or air hose, so pick your poison. Best of all, you don’t have the noise of the compressor running which I hate with a passion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The nailer itself is very comfortable to use. I like having the included belt clip if for no other reason than for going up and down ladders the OSHA-approved<\/a> way (hands-free).<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt may be a small detail, but one of my favorite changes from the old model is the inclusion of a “16 Gauge” logo on the side of the nailer. Some of Ryobi’s nailers are very difficult to tell apart, especially their 18 gauge brad nailer and their 18 gauge narrow crown stapler. I wish their entire lineup had logos, or at the very least stickers on the side to distinguish them when shoved in a toolbox. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Adding the 16 Gauge logo so you know which nailer you are picking up was a nice touch<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nRyobi Finish Nailer Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer retails for $228 as a kit including a 2.0 Ah 18V battery and charger. It also comes with some sample nails and a belt clip. We’re fairly certain Home Depot will have a tool-only version available as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n- Will not sink 2″ or longer nails into hardwoods like oak<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi P326 Finish Nailer Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have never used a nail gun before, you will be impressed at how fast the Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer can drive 2.5-inch nails. If you have used other cordless nail guns, you will know what to expect. This is a little faster than my old one. It is not as fast as the premium models but it does not come with the sticker shock of those models either. It may not be quite as fast as the fastest performers but it is no slouch either. The Ryobi Finish Nailer will drive 2.5-inch nails below the surface of most woods all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Ryobi P326 Finish Nailer will fire 2.5-inch nails into softwood\/construction lumber all day long<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nI have to give it the caveat “most woods.” It will still drive nails into hardwoods such as red oak and maple, but not 2-inches and over. Only some of the premium nail guns<\/a> will. Some furniture makers may want to pass because of this but everyone else should ask themselves if they would ever be driving fasters that deep into hardwoods. I don’t think I ever will, and I’m a woodworker who uses exclusively hardwoods. I still chose to buy the previous Ryobi model for my own tool collection as I thought it was a great value and a great performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2.5-inch nails could not sink all the way into red oak. 1.5-inches in about the maximum it consistently drives into these hardwoods.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSome people may wonder why this tool doesn’t include a bump fire mode. This is not a framing nailer. It is a finish nailer. Finish nailers are for neat, controlled precise work, not sloppy “get it done as fast as possible” work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi Finish Nailer Design Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\nControls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Ryobi Finish Nailer places a lever on the top of the tool to control power. Move it one way to increase it; move it the other way to decrease it. I found that you get the most power not when the lever is pointing at full power but when it is one stop short of full power. I found the same thing to be true of the Ridgid 18-gauge brad nailer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMoving on down the tool is the depth gauge which is very easy and straightforward to use. The depth gauge sets a mechanical distance on the head that modifies how deep the nail goes into the wood. You use the power control dial like the psi setting on a compressor. Ensure you have enough power to drive the nail into the material. Then, set the depth gauge depending upon whether you want your nails flush or recessed into the material. The two controls work very well together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adjusting the depth of your nails is simple on this tool<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nTo load nails in the tool, simply pull back on the side handle until it locks into place. Next, slip a clip or section of 16 gauge nails into the end. Up to 105 nails fit into the magazine at a time. Push the release button to slide the side hangle forward again which feeds the nails into the firing mechanism. If you ever encounter a jam (I did not) Ryobi provides a toolless release mechanism to clear the jam from the firing mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Loading nails into the Ryobi 16 Gauge Cordless Gauge Finish Nailer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOther nice details of the Ryobi Finish Nailer include an LED light that is triggered by a secondary switch on the handle. There is also an additional non-marring rubber nose cone stored on the tool itself should you lose the one on the firing mechanism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ergonomics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As usual for a battery-powered nailer, the Ryobi P326 cordless finish nailer weighs more than a comparable air nailer. On the plus side, you don’t need to deal with a compressor or air hose, so pick your poison. Best of all, you don’t have the noise of the compressor running which I hate with a passion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The nailer itself is very comfortable to use. I like having the included belt clip if for no other reason than for going up and down ladders the OSHA-approved<\/a> way (hands-free).<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt may be a small detail, but one of my favorite changes from the old model is the inclusion of a “16 Gauge” logo on the side of the nailer. Some of Ryobi’s nailers are very difficult to tell apart, especially their 18 gauge brad nailer and their 18 gauge narrow crown stapler. I wish their entire lineup had logos, or at the very least stickers on the side to distinguish them when shoved in a toolbox. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adding the 16 Gauge logo so you know which nailer you are picking up was a nice touch<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nRyobi Finish Nailer Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer retails for $228 as a kit including a 2.0 Ah 18V battery and charger. It also comes with some sample nails and a belt clip. We’re fairly certain Home Depot will have a tool-only version available as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi P326 Finish Nailer Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have never used a nail gun before, you will be impressed at how fast the Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer can drive 2.5-inch nails. If you have used other cordless nail guns, you will know what to expect. This is a little faster than my old one. It is not as fast as the premium models but it does not come with the sticker shock of those models either. It may not be quite as fast as the fastest performers but it is no slouch either. The Ryobi Finish Nailer will drive 2.5-inch nails below the surface of most woods all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have to give it the caveat “most woods.” It will still drive nails into hardwoods such as red oak and maple, but not 2-inches and over. Only some of the premium nail guns<\/a> will. Some furniture makers may want to pass because of this but everyone else should ask themselves if they would ever be driving fasters that deep into hardwoods. I don’t think I ever will, and I’m a woodworker who uses exclusively hardwoods. I still chose to buy the previous Ryobi model for my own tool collection as I thought it was a great value and a great performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people may wonder why this tool doesn’t include a bump fire mode. This is not a framing nailer. It is a finish nailer. Finish nailers are for neat, controlled precise work, not sloppy “get it done as fast as possible” work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ryobi Finish Nailer places a lever on the top of the tool to control power. Move it one way to increase it; move it the other way to decrease it. I found that you get the most power not when the lever is pointing at full power but when it is one stop short of full power. I found the same thing to be true of the Ridgid 18-gauge brad nailer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moving on down the tool is the depth gauge which is very easy and straightforward to use. The depth gauge sets a mechanical distance on the head that modifies how deep the nail goes into the wood. You use the power control dial like the psi setting on a compressor. Ensure you have enough power to drive the nail into the material. Then, set the depth gauge depending upon whether you want your nails flush or recessed into the material. The two controls work very well together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To load nails in the tool, simply pull back on the side handle until it locks into place. Next, slip a clip or section of 16 gauge nails into the end. Up to 105 nails fit into the magazine at a time. Push the release button to slide the side hangle forward again which feeds the nails into the firing mechanism. If you ever encounter a jam (I did not) Ryobi provides a toolless release mechanism to clear the jam from the firing mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other nice details of the Ryobi Finish Nailer include an LED light that is triggered by a secondary switch on the handle. There is also an additional non-marring rubber nose cone stored on the tool itself should you lose the one on the firing mechanism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As usual for a battery-powered nailer, the Ryobi P326 cordless finish nailer weighs more than a comparable air nailer. On the plus side, you don’t need to deal with a compressor or air hose, so pick your poison. Best of all, you don’t have the noise of the compressor running which I hate with a passion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The nailer itself is very comfortable to use. I like having the included belt clip if for no other reason than for going up and down ladders the OSHA-approved<\/a> way (hands-free).<\/p>\n\n\n\n It may be a small detail, but one of my favorite changes from the old model is the inclusion of a “16 Gauge” logo on the side of the nailer. Some of Ryobi’s nailers are very difficult to tell apart, especially their 18 gauge brad nailer and their 18 gauge narrow crown stapler. I wish their entire lineup had logos, or at the very least stickers on the side to distinguish them when shoved in a toolbox. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ryobi 16 Gauge Finish Nailer retails for $228 as a kit including a 2.0 Ah 18V battery and charger. It also comes with some sample nails and a belt clip. We’re fairly certain Home Depot will have a tool-only version available as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRyobi Finish Nailer Design Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Controls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ergonomics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ryobi Finish Nailer Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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