Hitachi NR90AE Round Head 2-Inch
to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer
Amazing
Hitachis superior design and engineering make this a top-of-the-list choice
for a framing nailer, just as hardworking as the NR83 model that preceded
it, but with a few major improvements. We like the way Hitachis integrated
both types of trigger, so theres no need to replace anything – just flip the
lever on the tool down for bump or up for sequential firing. Also tool-free is
the depth-of-fire adjustment: Just turn a small knob to set your depth. Its
even easier than adjusting the air pressure. This nailer has a 21-degree
angled magazine and fires nails from 2 inches to 3-1/2 inches, a wider
range than the old NR83 handled. Loading is much faster and easier on
this gun, too, because Hitachis redesign repositioned the loading
mechanism at the rear of the magazine. A maximum of 64 plastic-strip
collated full round head nails will fit in the magazine, but reloading takes a
few seconds, so theres no downside to that. This is one of the most jam-
free guns weve used; it just fires and fires. Should you find a way to jam it,
the procedure to clear the jam is super fast and couldnt be easier. The
balance of this tool is incredible; at a relatively light 7-1/2 pounds, youd
expect to feel a little strain after using this gun for a few hours, but the
ergonomics are fantastic. Hats off to Hitachi on this redesign. And of
course, youll notice immediately the difference in appearance between this
gun and its predecessor. Its sporting Hitachis hot new look, with brighter
colors and a flame-like graphic, better suited, we think, to the new
personality of this fantastic nailer.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

Personal Review: Hitachi NR90AE Round Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-
Inch Framing Nailer
A Great Tool. Very Pleased.
I bought this framing nailer from Amazon in late 2008 in preparation for
building out a bedroom and full bath in the lower level of my home (e.g.,
the basement).
I almost always get 2 or 3 day delivery from Amazon, even with the
standard shipping. I believe they have a distribution center near
Harrisburg for many tools. They are now my only source for mail order
stuff.
I also have the Porter Cable finishing nailer combo (finish, brad, and
staple, with pancake compressor). I'm pretty handy with power tools, have
a well equipped woodshop, and I am VERY, VERY PARTICULAR about
my tools. I'm a fan of Bosch and Porter Cable.
I bought the Hitachi nailer after carefully reading the online specs and the
many reviews on this site.
The project used almost exactly one box of nails (1000) and I never had a
single mis-fire or jam. The tool is very well balanced and I was able to
easily fit the gun into all the tight spaces I ran into as I was framing the
shower, small shelves, and closets.
Overall I am very pleased with the quality, precision, and usefulness of the
gun. If you've never used a nailer while framing you are in for a treat.
Maybe, I'm just getting a bit better with age, but the use of a nail gun really
seems to result in a much better overall job.
One tip - when setting the gun down... always, always, always place it on
the floor. The couple of times I set it on the work table or ladder... sure
enough, I caught the hose with my foot and the gun went crashing to the
floor. Not good... but no worse for wear.
The Hitachi nails this gun uses are slightly ringed... and they do not pull
apart or out easily. So think before you nail. As I recall I bought 1000
Hitachi brand nails at Lowes for about $35.
If I had to buy another framing nailer today... I would not hesitate to buy
the same Hitachi gun. Just wish it came with a nice case, like many other
tools today.
BTW - I just ordered a Hitachi router from Amazon. Again, I found very
good reviews online. Perhaps I'm now a Bosch, PC, and Hitachi guy !!!

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