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r.l I Gear versatile Micro-Pinners Fasten molding and other small parts without splitting or filling nail holes. My first air-powered tool was a brad nailer. And I've since used it for everything from quickly making shop jigs to assembling cabinets without waiting for the glue to dry. And while I wouldn't give it up for anything, it isn't always the perfect solution. That's why, in many situations, I'm reaching for my latest air tool — a 23-gauge micro-pinner. The main difference between a brad nailer and a micro-pinner is the headless pins. They're a bit thicker than a sewing needle. You can read more about them in the box on the opposite page. What's really amazing about these tools is just how small and versatile they are. The pinner I use is about one-third smaller than my brad nailer. But that doesn't mean it's a wimpy, lightweight tool. In fact, I've never had trouble driving even the longest pins into tough hardwoods like maple or oak. A No Clamps Needed. For small projects, like this small cabinet back, you can use pins as "clamps" to hold pieces in place while the glue dries. Versatility. The one job where a pinner really shines is installing molding (photo above). The thin fasteners let you quickly and invisibly tack molding or glass stop in place without fear of splitting the profiles. These same qualities come in handy for a variety of other jobs, too (photos below). TOP FEATURES As small as pinners are, they are still packed with features, as you can see in the photos on the top of the next page. I want to mention a few that really stand out. Small Nose. For starters, the tip of the pinner is pretty small. This allows you to aim a pin into tight corners or in the "folds and creases" of molding so that the hole is even less noticeable. Some pinners come with a soft, rubber nose tip to prevent the metal tip from denting the workpiece. 48 ShopNotes No. 94 |
