MILWAUKEE FUEL M18 18GA BRAD NAILER KIT REVIEW // GEN 2 // 2746-21CT

Today's episode of Tool Review Tuesday features the Gen2 Milwaukee FUEL 18 Gauge M18 Brad Nailer Kit, Model 2746-21CT. This cordless trim nailer shoots nails that range from 5/8" long to 2-1/4". This Gen2 model is an improved design that includes 3 interchangeable tips, dry fire lockout, 2 shooting modes, tool-free jam clearing latch, reversible belt hook, tool-free depth drive adjustment, and a sealed compressed nitrogen bladder for driving consistent nails. I put this nailer to the test on some oak, maple, and pine. Please share your thoughts and questions down below. If you would like to see more tool reviews like this, please subscribe to my channel and ring the bell icon to be notified of future videos.
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[@MarkThomasBuilder]

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you ready to upgrade from an air nailer and switch to the Gen2 Milwaukee Brad Nailer? Did it pass the test for what you're looking for in a brad nailer? What length nails do you normally use?

[@Scruds]

hey

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Hey there, thanks for stopping by!

[@pf5658]

Just ordered one today and I’m even more excited now after watching this. 😊

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You will love this nailer! I use it all the time and it always comes through for me.

[@brandonbdl]

I've had mine for 2 years now, I truly belive you got a bad gun. Mine sinks 98% of them consistently, and with a nice clean hole. Sometimes when I switch materials I have to adjust , but once I adjust it stays consistent.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Freaking awesome nailer. Awesome vid bro!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, man, it's awesome! I'm headed over to your channel now to check out your review.

[@agent7agent759]

Doing Finish Carpentry for living , had the dewalt 18 ga for 2 years it started not sinking the nails , went with the Milwaukee and no issues so far and much quite than the dewalt the winding noice , overall happy with the nailer , hope it holds for 5 years

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I like this brad nailer as well. It's still going strong for me.

[@agent7agent759]

@markthomasbuilder most of reviews are very good , using one in actual gives me a confidence that is a good tool , as long as the tube doesn't leak the gas , then it's useless, but warranty should cover it

[@donlanteigne8629]

I'd like to see how it works in smaller trim moldings, as in will it split the wood.

[@HUGH_JHANIS]

Hey man GREAT VID..! You nailed ot bro.. lol ive been waiting for some1 to go over the extra tips as well as the pads to lay it down for no damage on hardwood tile or countertops lots of respect, still savin up but you just set it in stone for me, your reviews and milwaukee tools once again #1.. dont stop keep it up..! 😁😁😁

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks man, it's great to hear that!👊

[@josemorataya753]

@@MarkThomasBuilder I agree with Jonny, so far you are the only one who talked about the extra nose pads, I wish you can explain a little bit more on how to choose the right one and how to change them, great video Mark

[@Snakedriver7478]

Great video Mark. I like Milwaukee tools and I will purchase this new Gen2 18 gauge brad Nailer. I like the features. and will use Hitachi Nails or Porter Cable Nails. Keep those videos coming there very helpful in purchasing tools.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks man, I appreciate that. I have more power tools scheduled to review that I'm really excited about.

[@notchit3542]

Do I need to buy nitrogen cartridge, like many other nailer on the market? ....& how do you like the tool after 2 years? Thanks

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I love this tool. I keep in ready to go in my work corner. You only need a M18 Battery to run this.

[@notchit3542]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Thank you sir. Got my ass kicked yesterday trying hammer 2" galvanized finishing nail with 1/2 x1/2 plywood strips on to hard wood (so hard to aim), still got a few hundred feet to go. That's why I'm watching your video. Also have to replace few lap sidings with 2" siding nails. Hope this gun will also work for that too. Thanks. great video & response.

[@AnatikEbok]

Awesome Nailer bro. Bought one the other day at Home Depot in Hawaii and taking it home back to NZ. I am currently at the airport as I write this post. Chee hoo!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Oh wow, that's cool! This nailer is awesome! I'm hoping to make a follow-up video soon.

[@darrenmcharg7731]

Helpful review. Have a couple of small projects coming up and need to choose a nailer. Thanks.

[@terrydanks]

"It's compact in size." LOL! Mark, it's absolutely HUMUNGOUS compared to my pneumatic! I was appalled when you held it up. You must work out to heft that thing! :)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's compact in size vs some other brands at that time. You should check out their new M12 18 ga brad nailer that I reviewed a few months ago.

[@jeffcoolhd]

Thomas that's a real nice like nail gun👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks man! It's very reliable and accurate.

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

Nice presentation.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thank you!

[@kan-zee]

I would like to see you do *a comparison video , between the Milwaukee 18g brad nailer vs Ryobi 18g brad nailer.*

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a great idea! I'll see what I can do.

[@Shmankafy]

500+ Nails and it only took 9 Watt Hours? (a 2.0 CP battery is 36 Watt Hours if I am correct) Is that thing running on the atmosphere?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm not sure the watt hour rating on the CP2.0 battery. The Milwaukee website advertises that it has 2xs more runtime and 20% more power due to the superior pack construction and electronics.

[@Colaaah]

It's not like the DC motor is spinning constantly and flat out in comparison to a drill or even more so a grinder...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

@@Colaaah It feels pretty close to a pneumatic air nailer, as far as performance. I have another battery powered framing nailer by Dewalt, which is not the case.

[@wyattearp6883]

Thanks for a great video!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet, thanks man!

[@aaronjohnson3958]

Great review video!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, this is a great nailer. I just used it the other day and it definitely came though for me.

[@jasonbabila6006]

I’ve been thinking about getting one since the unveiling at NPS19, I need something for trim, moulding, and base boards.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

This Gen2 brad nailer is awesome! I'm sure it would work well for those things you mentioned.

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

I tried mine with a 3 inch thick piece of Laminated Maple from a railing. Using 2 inch nails it will sink them about a 1/16 from flush. Pretty damn impressive considering an air nailer will barely do that. I'm waiting for the 3.5 framer to come out! It's taking forever.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I use this nailer for so many things, it's awesome! I bet they'll release the framing nailer at their NPS event this year.

[@mohamedtaha9775]

What is the minimum length of nails i can use ? thanks

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

5/8 is the minimum.

[@Zombieboxx1]

Running hundreds of nails did the tool ever get warm or hot?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I didn't notice it get too hot. I really pushed it hard through 500 nails.

[@josephhunt6278]

I love mine just have had a problem with 1 1/2” brad nails but I think it’s the dewalt nails I bought. One side of the heads are worn down. Has anyone had this problem? I have shot 1” , 1 1/4, 1 3/4, and 2 inch as well with zero issues

[@Colaaah]

Sounds like the Dewalt nails being defective like you mentioned, especially if you have had no problems with every other set of nails you used of all different sizes... You seem to of already done a good process of elimination, so definitely not the gun itself 👍

[@josephhunt6278]

Colaaah yeah I got rid of the dewalt nails and got the hitachi 1 1/2 and no worries problems so far with them

[@robforce2217]

Joseph Hunt I have had problems with jams from hitachi and dewalt nails jamming frequently. Tried bostitch from Lowe’s and have had no problems. Seems crazy

[@josephhunt6278]

ROB FORCE yeah man I’m still going strong with the hitachi nails still haven’t had a jam since... I noticed that if the heads are overly flat on one side it will jam it at least for me anyways... but the nailer is awesome. I had the dewalt nailer which a great nailer but I just like my Milwaukee better

[@danielgarbuzov8106]

I just bought mine 2 days ago and been putting up casings and having issues with jamming. I'm shooting 1½" nails. Do you have any jamming issues?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

No I haven't had issues with that. Have you tried a different brand of nails?

[@danielgarbuzov8106]

@@MarkThomasBuilder I haven't tried different brand nails but I've been using dewalt brand.

[@colepeterson9961]

@@danielgarbuzov8106 that's your problem. Seems dewalt isn't on top of their quality control. A lot of people are having problems with dewalt nails.

[@Colaaah]

Great review on a seems to be a great tool. A sub and a thumbs up from me ;)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, man! I plan on making another video showing this being used on some exterior door adjustments.

[@jpellis4360]

Milwaukee's battery warranty is 3 yrs, not 2 yrs as stated early in the video

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, that is correct. Thanks for letting me know.

[@Colaaah]

Well, here in Australia they are 2yrs on the batteries and 5yrs on the tools. And I'm pretty sure Milwaukee doesn't favour one part of the globe over another... Can you put a link to show where you read 3yrs on the batteries? M12 and M18 Batteries are 2 year warrantees - www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwaukee-battery-warranty.html

[@skorpios_]

3:58 exactly how you should not fire a nail gun... 😃

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good point, thanks for sharing. If you look, I didn't have a battery installed, but I get what you're saying.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good point. One thing to mention is I didn't have a battery installed, but it's still best for me not to demonstrate it like that.

[@nodoubt46able]

does the battery have a slight rattle to it? i just got one and the battery is slightly loose?

[@rogerboucher1913]

Mine does too. I’ve showed it to my dealer and he says that’s “normal” with the M18’s. Milwaukee is working on it.