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   jdstreet | Aug 15, 2022 08:12pm | #1

   I would check out the Porter Cable offering. They make an upholstery staple gun. I have not used that specific gun but have their 18 ga and pin nailer and have been very happy with the performance

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:03pm | #10

   thanks I will check that out

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   user-7274013 | Aug 15, 2022 08:27pm | #2

   I would agree with JD. I have Been using my Porter Cable guns for over 20 years and have never had any problems. I do not have the PC stable gun.
   Why not just use upholstery tacks?

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:03pm | #11

   thanks for the input

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   dpow | Aug 18, 2022 02:56am | #14

   Porter Cable is a dying (dead) company. They exist only in name now, long ago acquired by StanleyBlackAndDecker. They did recently sign a deal to make Tractor Supply the exclusive dealer of Porter Cable. But let’s not kid ourselves, PC is just DeWalts economy line now.

   Get a gun from a company that specializes in them. I suggest Senco. Or, go budget and just buy the Arrow from Home Depot. Cheap but surprisingly reliable, and they do make all the staples after all.

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   _mj_ | Aug 15, 2022 09:17pm | #3

   I needed one for a project stretching canvas images for framing a gallery show. I bought one from (gasp!!) horrible freight and it was and is fine. It loads the same ammo as the others, and misfires occasionally, but for time-to- time use and a small spend... I'm a fan. My other guns won't talk to it, I feel sad about that.

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:04pm | #13

   thanks for the help

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   dcp | Aug 15, 2022 10:11pm | #4

   I took an upholstery course from Mike Mascelli and we used the BeA stapler. It was a great tool that was easy to use with great results. I don't recall it jamming even once.

   BeA 71/16-421 Fine Wire 22-Gauge Stapler

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:02pm | #9

   thanks I will check that one

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   rob_ss | Aug 16, 2022 04:00am | #5

   It is worth having a look at professional options.
   I bought a Senco nailer. Compared with my cheapo air nailer, it is chalk and cheese. Much better fit and finish, more positive trigger more adjustable (though not by much).
   For the amount I use it, it's probably not enough to be a game changer, but the 23g nailer is one I find excuses to use because it is such a pleasure to hold. Worth a thought...

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:02pm | #8

   thanks I will check that one

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   DRBWWing | Aug 16, 2022 11:36am | #6

   I've used the Arrow pneumatic model. No issues.

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:02pm | #7

   thanks I will check that one

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   user-210490 | Aug 16, 2022 01:03pm | #12

   thanks for the help

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   pantalones868 | Aug 18, 2022 05:30pm | #15

   I have a PC that works just fine but I haven't used it since I discovered upholsterers.