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1. 
   cp | Jan 06, 2006 04:23am | #1

   I just read some product reviews on the Hitachi.
   Not good.

   I'm thinking about the senco 751xp clipped.

   
   

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   Edited 1/5/2006 8:38 pm by cp

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   MikeHennessy | Jan 06, 2006 03:36pm | #2

   You might get a better response in Breaktime, but here's what I know --

   Clipped-head nails won't hold as well since they can pull through easier than full heads due to the smaller head area. Some building codes don't  allow clipped heads. Check with your building inspector(s) before buying.

   Mike Hennessy
   Pittsburgh, PA

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   jc21 | Jan 07, 2006 11:11pm | #3

   I've got the Hitachi and like it- light, great balance, and little recoil. No problems so far; the early NR90AD's had some issues but according to the Hitachi reps I've talked to, they've been fixed. If it proves to be anywhere as near as tough and reliable as the NR83's, I'll be happy. Don't know about the Senco. As for clipped vs round head, hurricane and earthquake prone areas of the country generally require round head............  check your local code.

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   nikkiwood | Jan 08, 2006 06:33am | #4

   The heavy duty framers over at Breaktime seem to prefer the Hitachi above all others.

   As mentioned before, the clipped vs. full head is a code thing. So do give a call to your local authority.

   EDIT: Senco ain't what it used to be.

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   Edited 1/7/2006 10:34 pm by nikkiwood