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1. 
   Floss | Sep 12, 2005 04:54pm | #1

   I use a Senco SKS. Pretty basic but sets the staples well in any material. Been using it for over 10 years, never had a problem.

   J.P.

   http://www.jpkfinefurniture.com
2. 
   Walker1 | Sep 12, 2005 08:50pm | #2

             Porter Cable or  Senco

                Cheers.                 Walker1

3. 
   Michael | Sep 12, 2005 09:53pm | #3

   The difference between the low end and high end is a bit.  Depends on your budget and desire.

   you mentioned something middle of the road, for 1/4" crown.  I own a Senco SKS because I like the no oil design and jam clearing rocks (as rare as that is).

   Additionally, it takes 3 staple sizes which you can see on their website, in addition to the 1/4"

   Very well built, and they last forever.  Can't go wrong.  Runs about $240 @ Amazon.

   g'luck

   michael

   Edit: re-read my post and noticed that it sounds like there is 4 staple options, there are 3 size options, of which 1/4" is one.

   
   

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   Edited 9/12/2005 2:54 pm ET by Michael

4. 
   nikkiwood | Sep 13, 2005 02:08am | #4

   From what I have heard, the Senco SKS is the best stapler available -- in terms of its ability to shoot staples into hard dense material. But this capability comes at a relatively high price.

   For half that amount you can get a PC stapler that will do just about anything most cabinet makers will ask of it.

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5. 
   kenwerner | Sep 13, 2005 05:25am | #5

   I have the P-C 1 1/2" capacity stapler. Just sided my house with it - some 10,600 linear feet of T & G knotty pine, all stapled on with 1 1/2" staples. Over 15,000 staples. That stapler worked flawlessly. I lost one nose cushion. I can't say enough good about it. About $120. To me there's no need to buy a more expensive tool. It is made in Taiwan, and though I try to buy American, it isn't always feasible.

   Good luck.

   Ken Werner

   Hamilton, NY