The Porter-Cable CFFN250N Finish & Brad Nailer Combo Kit has an Amazon sales rank of 6, and has received an average of 5 stars out of 5 based on 30 customer reviews:

Oh, the things we can build – now!!, August 24, 2004 Reviewer: Linda Roseland “French teacher” (Longview, TX)

I bought this little compressor for my husband, never dreaming that we would learn to build so many helpful things just because of the ability to nail straight at last! In fact, we’ve had such fun with ours that we bought one for our son-in-law and now are buying another for our son. And it’s wonderfully portable for a little work-horse–so light weight that even I don’t have trouble lifting it and putting in the van. We take it everywhere.

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Excellent Value, August 17, 2004 Reviewer: DK You can’t beat the value of this package. The key here is that you get everything you need to shoot nails right out of the box, including the nails! This is great for the hobbyist or start up because there’s no guessing about fitting size, hose size, etc. - it’s all included: Guns (w/ cases), compressor, fittings, hose, tool oil, 1000 nails for each gun and to top it off, a role of joint tape (nice touch). Everything is in the box.

Arrival - The gentle hands of “brown” didn’t do too bad a job on the box. I’ve seen the same box at my local home center in worse condition (for $50 more too). The box was sturdy and everything was well packed with no missing parts.

Setup - Manual was very clear except for the fact that I’ve got a different regulator on mine than was pictured or explained. No biggie, and as mentioned above, everything is in the box. Just put it together and go. Well, don’t go right away - be sure to follow the instructions for breaking in the tank and motor - very important! Run it for 15 mins with everything wide open.

Use - I shot three rooms worth of crown with the finish nailer using 2 different sized nails with only a single misfire (which was entirely my fault, I was at a bad angle and laid on the trigger too long). I used both the Porter-Cable nails as well as Paslode’s. The Paslodes work great and are slightly cheaper than the PC’s at my local home center. The finish nailer itself feels lightweight, but surprisingly rugged. I got more tired moving the hose around than I did hefting the gun over my head. Very comfortable to use. I must admit that the brad nailer hasn’t even left the case yet, but if it performs anything like the finish nailer I will be very pleased. The compressor is LOUD but I’ve never used a compressor that wasn’t… What I like though is that it comes up to pressure quickly and recovers pressure during use just as fast. This means that if you’re only running a single nailer from the compressor it will most likely be off more than running. It doesn’t struggle to keep up with you at all.

Conclusion - With nothing really negative to say about the product, the value of the total package, and the fact that everything is included in the box, this one is a clear buy.

 

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It’s ONLY 299??, August 6, 2004 Reviewer: adb22791 “ab22791&Prime (Maryland, USA) Let me just say, right off the bat, I would pay 350 for this compressor. 1000 brad and finish nails, gun oil, hard plastic cases with actual ROOM for fasteners, the fact that the compressor has a handle… I could go on.

Compressor: The 6 gallon tank is great. It lasts long, which is great, because the compressor is NOISY. Yes, this compressor is loud. I have not experienced any scooting across the floor, but I’m sure a rubber mat or something would correct this. I ran the compressor for the 15 minute break-in that Porter Cable insists in, and set to work, building the easiest thing I know how to: a box made out of scrap wood. The Brad and Finish gun were easy to use and worked great. Not one nail jammed.

Guns: As I said before, the guns work great. The Brad gun is not as small as one from CH or Senco, but it defiantly works. The Brad gun comes with oil and 1000 brad nails of the largest size (pretty big). The Finish (Trim) gun is awesome as well, but a bit bigger and heavier. However, I used it to fix a drawer on my dresser with a lose front and the front of this drawer now works perfectly.

Accessories: The hose is a piece of junk, so be prepared to shell out an extra 17 bucks for the Goodyear 50 foot Rubber hose (featured on Amazon). However, the fittings actually fit well (something that I have found to be a problem on others compressors) and everything locks together sturdy and solid. You have everything you need to get started.

I highly recommend this kit. It’s only 299, which is an awesome price. If you’re looking for a good, sturdy compressor where noise is not an issue (and fast framing + roofing are also not issues) then buy this. This compressor can power a framing and roofing gun, just don’t expect “pow-pow-pow-pow” nailing.

 

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Best buy on Amazon, August 5, 2004 Reviewer: Rollman “Skunkworks” (San Francisco, CA) I’ve been a loyal customer of Amazon for years and I must say, this is the best buy I ever made. The compressor alone is worth it, let alone the two wonderful nailers. I already have a Bostitch framing nailer that I used that with this set to replace all our windows, as well as installed siding. You won’t be disappointed. This purchase will surely put you at a different DIY level.

 

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Happy woodworker, July 21, 2004 Reviewer: B. D Fischer

Everything arrived in perfect condition three days earlier than expected. After initial break in period the compressor and nailers worked like a charm. I saw the same combo at Home Depot for $25 more but decided to buy it through Amazon. Great decision!

 

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Should have bought it long ago!!, July 10, 2004 Reviewer: John A Orr (Federal Way, Wa United States) WAY COOL! What else can I say. Should have bought it long ago, but thought I could get by with a hammer and a nail set. Change is tough. Buy it!!!

 

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Crown Molding the EZ way……, July 7, 2004 Reviewer: A home improvement enthusiast I purchased the P-C Combo Kit to install crown molding. This is the best deal available. The compressor is indeed quite noisy. Wear ear protection. Never had a nail gun jam. Wish I had purchased one earlier. I bought this with the “Crown Molding & Trim Instalation Kit by Quint Measuring Systems”. Buy the compressor kit with the Quint book & Angle finders & you won’t make a single mistake. I didn’t. Quint MS also offers an Excel program that is very nice. Just measure & plug in the value….. couldn’t be easier. For my first attempt at installing crown molding, you couldn’t tell my work from a pro’s.

 

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Why don’t YOU have one yet!?!?!?!, June 29, 2004 Reviewer: “sbnuggie” (Sacramento, CA United States) Hello, My father in-law bought this kit at Home Depot back in January. He told me about it and I saw it but just couldn’t plunk down the money. Then I helped him put all new baseboards in his house last weekend. I got home, got on Amazon.com and found that there was a sale coupon which brought the price down to about $275.00 for this kit. SOLD!! This is an awesome kit. Great nailers, Great Compressor at a GREAT price. Other people have reviewed the equipment so I won’t repeat what you know. Snatch one of these up ASAP before there gone. I know Home Depot in the Sacramento Area no longer sells them, all sold out. If your looking at it, you’d better buy it now, they ain’t gonna last much longer. I did the Free shipping and I got lucky. Ordered it on 6/28/04 @ 727 am PDT, and received it today, 6/29/04 @ 1227 pm PDT, OVERNIGHT for free, WOW. God bless Amazon, God Bless Porter Cable and most importantly God Bless the United States of America. Now, I’m gonna go build something, don’t know what, but I’m gonna build something.

Take Care

 

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Words cannot do this combo justice, June 13, 2004 Reviewer: Tool Ogre (Knoxville) This is by FAR the best value nailer/compressor combo deal out there. I finally caved in and decided to buy a nailer kit and after I used it for 30 seconds I thought to myself “why didn’t I do this sooner????” Trust me…you will say the same thing. The compressor is great for nailing, and the two guns give you a lot of versatility if you know how to use them. The brad nailer is great for delicate projects, and the finish nailer makes it a treat to put up trim. The range of acceptable lengths for the finish nailer gives you a lot of flexibility.

The compressor is easy to carry and going from room-to-room is a breeze. The compressor is loud, but so is a miter saw. This is the sacrifice of having an oil-free unit that is highly portable. And if you’re like me, garage space is at a premium and this unit tucks underneath my workbench nicely.

And to top it all of….it’s a Porter Cable. The Amazon product description is right - I also checked the price twice and could not believe what I was seeing!! Competitors want $279 and up for a compressor and one finishing gun (no brad nailer!!)!! I cannot think of a better value in all of Amazon’s Tool Crib. You will not be disappointed.

 

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Great value!, June 11, 2004 Reviewer: “dalekaty” (Portland, Oregon United States) This kit is an amazing value. One Senco nailer costs more than this whole set. As some one said earlier, I got tired of borrowing compressors and guns from relatives. I used the brad nailer to make 11 porch rail columns out of MDO plywood. (That’s 44 pieces that needed to be glued and nailed.) This task would have taken me days with the conventional hammer and nails. I finished the project in an evening. The brad nailer is an extremely useful tool when building projects that require gluing. The thin gauge brads hold the project together while the glue is curing and the leave a hole that is practically invisible. This replaces the use of many clamps or clamps in awkward positions. The finish nailer is easier to load and as smooth as my father’s $300 Senco finish nailer. It is also about half the weight. The ability to drive 2-1/2&Prime nails is a big plus. The compressor is a little loud but extremely efficient. It actually powered a Senco framing nailer better than the Emglo compressor I am used to using. These tools are great for the hobbyist, home improvement guru, or home craftsmen and they will last for many years. However, the everyday use of a professional will probably wear out the finish nailer and compressor in a year or so. But if you work out of your home you can’t go wrong with this set up.