4/20/2011
Milwaukee 2458-21 M12 Cordless Palm Nailer Review
The Milwaukee 2458-21 M12 Cordless Palm Nailer Kit is one of those types of tools that you probably won't use every day, but it could prove to be a real asset when the occasion arises. We got a glimpse of this nailer at the 2010 Milwaukee Media Event where we were able to try out a few pre-production models and they did prove very promising. We were slightly surprised that they were able to drive 16d common nails flush into 2x4 studs all day long. Finally a cordless, hand-held nailer that really drove nails. Up to now, the few battery powered nailers that we have seen, also known as auto hammers, have been more like gadgets than real working gear. The idea of being able to leave the air compressor, air hose, drop cords and nailers in the work trailer is rather compelling. Given its fairly compact size, you can drive nails in those difficult tight spots where you normally might not be able to fit a full size nailer or swing a hammer. And to make it even better there is an LED work light built in that should make it easier to see what you are doing in a dim or dark work area.
Our test sample arrived in the standard Milwaukee style retail box. The M12 2458 Cordless Palm nailer came nestled inside a soft sided carry case along with a RedLithium 12V lithium-ion battery pack, a quick charger and a nylon web harness that fits around the nailer. The first thing that might jump out at you if you are familiar with pneumatic palm nailers is that this nailer is about twice as big as its air-powered relatives. But the good news is that it still fits in your palm and just in case you are worried about it getting away, you can attach the nylon harness on and strap it to your hand. It is only fitting that since we are calling this a palm nailer that we compare it to palm nailers as we know them. We felt this was far more appropriate than putting it in the same category as the 12V battery powered auto hammers that Ryobi, Craftsman, Rigid and company have come out with. If we did that, there really would be no comparison because the hands down winner is the Milwaukee…
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