Power Tool Review: Stanley Bostitch FN16250K Straight Finish Nailer

The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is a straight finish nailer. This tool is useful for all woodworking applications such as staircases, cabinetry, and crown molding. You can find the Stanley Bostitch FN16250K for an average price of $170. Let's take a look at some of the features provided with this straight finish nailer.

The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is equipped with a .25-inch air inlet. It is designed to operate at a pressure between 70 and 120 PSI. At this level of pressure, the Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is capable of providing up to 290 inch-pounds of driving power.

The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is designed to drive 16 gauge nails. The nails must measure between 1 and 2 1/2 inches in order to work with the nailer. You will also appreciate the generous capacity provided by the Stanley Bostitch FN16250K. The unit can hold up to 104 nails at a time. The tool is also designed to stop firing whenever there are no nails in the magazine so you know when you need to reload.

This straight finish nailer features a magnesium design for maximum durability. The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is also lightweight, as it only measures 3.3 pounds. The unit is also relatively compact for a straight finish nailer. It features a 10-inch height and measures 12 inches long.

The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is equipped with an adjustable depth dial. This allows you to adjust the amount of countersink easily. The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K is also equipped with a rear exhaust that blows hot air and dust away from you while using the tool. The exhaust is also quiet so that the unit doesn't make too much noise.

The Stanley Bostitch FN16250K straight finish nailer is packaged with four profile tips, hex wrenches. There is also a carrying case so that you have a convenient place to store the tool. You are also provided with 1,000 16-gauge nails to get you started.