Makita AF353 23 Gauge, 1-3/8" Pin Nailer,

I am a professional trim carpenter. I used this on a large trim job that required quite a lot of pin nails. Makita makes really nice pneumatic air nailers. I have multiple from different brands, and I have recently been enjoying the Makitas for job site work. Make sure you put a few small drops of oil in. Admittedly not my very best Nailer, but very good. Good for the price point.

I purchased this to help shoot down a 3/4" hardwood floor installation. When you get close to walls and in tight spots there is no room to hit the flooring nailer. This little gut works like a champ. Puts 1 3/8" 23 gauge headless nails all the way through the asian walnut and into the floor. A few of these make it very difficult to pull back up, and the nails are so small there is no need to fill the holes, and there is nothing to countersink. Fantastic. Not a single jam.It would be nice if it shot 2" nails (brads), but to be fair, it just isn't worth the extra cost. This will work great on all of the 1/2" and 3/4" finish work that I need to do, and will even reach through 1/2" work, past 1/2" drywall, and touch studs with the remaining 3/8" or so. Ideal for tacking in place. Great little gun.UPDATE: October 22, 2018Okay, I have to confirm my initial assessment. I love this gun. Not a single jam in over a month of use. I even like the little air blast feature built into the handle - I thought it was silly until I got used to having it there. It is light weight and does a great job on door trim, baseboard, and wainscoting. Another quality Makita product.Update: December 12, 2018I'm still loving this nailer. I have used it extensively on baseboard, trim, and crown molding. It's a champ, and pays for itself in speed and not having to fill as many holes! I have yet to experience a jam. Just make sure you give it a few drops of oil each time you load. It's great.

This pin-nailer works well and is light weight. Very easy to load and use. I would recommend it as a addition to your Makita tools.

I’ve tried other battery operated, or cheaper pin nailers. What a waste. This Makita nailer is A++, very robust, it always works, never jams and is super precise. An excellent tool.Update: After 3+ years of frequent use in a range of temps and humidity, and normal/heavy wear & tear on projects. Not one single jam, clog or failure. I just finished pin nailing 25+ picture frames. This thing is so rock solid and precise. It likely the best tool in all my Makita collection. It’s amazing how this thing has not jammed nails ONCE in the hundreds if not thousands of shots.Also very light and compact.Paired with a compact battery operated mini-compressor, it’s a must have for any finishing work.Keep clean. Use good pins and this thing can last on and on.

I’ve had this nailer for almost a year now and have had no issues other than problems with the quality of the pin nails I’ve used. Read the instructions on the use of this gun people! Oil will keep this gun happy along with proper air pressure. The instructions call for 1 drop every 50 nails you shoot. I usually just put 4-5 drops in before I use it every time. This is not an oil less gun. I’ve been running 95psi out of my compressor and it has done great!

Terrible nail gun. Constant misfires, jambs, and doesn’t set nails. Absolutely horrible tool. The cost of ruined moldings and extra trips to job sites will cost far more than this gun will ever save anyone. Typical made in China Makita quality. Nothing like they were when made in Japan. Pure junk!

I have had several Makita tools and loved every one of them. This is no exception. Quality tool.

Solidly built, zero kick and powerful and consistent delivery. My only minor gripe is the dual/safety trigger can be a little awkward at some angles, still not enough for me to mark it down an overall star.