New FRAMING NAILER From DeWALT Solves MAJOR ISSUES!

Welcome back, Very Cool Gang! In today's video, Vince from VCG Construction unboxes and tests out the next generation of DeWALT's framing nailer, the DCN 920P1. This new 21-degree plastic collated framing nailer is designed to solve major issues faced by contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike.
At the recent World of Concrete event, Vince got hands-on with this impressive tool, and now it's time to see how it performs in real-world conditions. We'll go through the unboxing, checking out the included accessories like the XR 5 amp hour battery, rapid charger, and sturdy carrying bag. Then, we put it to the test with various types of nails, including the notoriously tough 3-inch ring shank nails.
Key features include:
Brushless motor technology for longer runtime and durability
Tool-free depth adjustment for precise nail placement
High-capacity magazine that holds up to 36 nails
Lightweight design at only 8.65 pounds
Does this new DeWALT framing nailer live up to the hype? Watch the full video to find out and see if it’s the right tool for your next project. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tool reviews and construction tips from VCG Construction.
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[@VCGConstruction]

Stop Overpaying for DeWALT, FLEX, Ridgid, and Milwaukee Tool Batteries! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5-udaGPYtWlqNE

[@chopshop523]

It's about time you all finally decided to do a full review on this one!

[@TeamRippnLipz1]

I just got the new DEWALT 20V MAX 30 Degree DCN930B framing nailer like month or so ago and I am loving it over the previous nailer. The bump fire is perfect and the no mar tip is a game changer for me I have shot over 11,000 nails threw it with no issues as of yet. Coming from the newer Pasload XP & metabo HPT. The new Dewalt is great for my so I can go from framing to putting on the no mar tip so I can do finished outside sheathing. Note: works best with a 4amp or 5amp or 5amp power stack battery

[@Crxpert1]

It's about time. I went through 2 of the old ones while they were brand new. Could barely run through 1 rack without constant jams. Just ate it and sold mine. I use the M18 now. It's heavy. But she drives hard and has Never jammed.

[@mattburns2968]

Make sure to find out how many nails can be shot through the nailer. Because on their M18 finish nailer they wouldn't warranty mine after a year and a half owning one because I'd put too many nails through it!

[@Crxpert1]

@@mattburns2968 I have heard that they have a shot counter built in. Very interesting.

[@mattburns2968]

@@Crxpert1 they sure don't advertise it on the packaging. They don't advertise it having a 3 year warranty and not a 5 like all their other tools. Had I known all that I would've bought the Hitachi/Metabo HTP finish nailer and brad nailer. At least those you can refill them yourself. Milwaukee uses compressed nitrogen instead of compressed air. They claim it's for rust prevention but I think it's another way to keep you from keeping a tool working after the warranty and they hope you'll buy another one or pay to have them refill it every year. Because even if you don't use the tool it slowly bleeds off the pressure in the vessel.

[@pete_lind]

@@mattburns2968 DeWalt Gen 1 could do 100 000 nails before flywheel was end of its life , i dont think quality has gone up , remember its all mechanical nailer that run oil free, its gonna wear out. My experience with new DeWalt nailer was also bad , rented framing nailer , brand new Gen 2, that tool rental company had just got, about 100 nails and it refused to work again , there was no jammed nail , flipping that lever did not help, it was dead .

[@mjc8761]

Thx for the video and review

[@jackhinkle1401]

You all forget Dewalt had the first battery only framing gun. 8 years ago I still have one was bought brand new only had to change springs and couple of cleaning it out. It’s like comparing a 2010 truck to a 2024. And ring shanks is all my gun shoots 16s or 8s. I will never use smooth nails. No bit force. I can rip it right apart

[@asphaltspecialties]

I want a tool storage system but not sure what to get. I have all DeWalt tools but thinking about getting packout because they have everything

[@ccc822007]

It's heavier, but I like my Milwaukee Finishing Nailer. Haven't bought one of their framing nailers yet. Between Milwaukee and Dewalt both have pretty good tools some a bit better than others. I don't want to have 7 different types of batteries for 7 different types of tools, but I do carry both Milwaukee and Dewalt.

[@davesmith7328]

Yes that would make a great video!!

[@markgross3256]

Yes I want to see that video comparing it to other nailers. I am curious about. The weight and how heavy is it compared to the Milwaukee?

[@josephrottina1901]

You the MAN my brother.👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@gregpowell7097]

I’ve been fully vested in Dewalt 20v for several years but the nailers are where I finally strayed into Milwaukee. The Milwaukee nailers are awesome. Now I got gold and red batteries. along with my black/ neon green batteries. And no, those green and black batteries ain’t Rye Obi.

[@lvalle1994]

I’ve got zero problem with Dewalt framing nailer but jeer desus is the “ramp up” noise annoying as hell

[@chrisleslie1988]

@@lvalle1994 I’ll have to second the ramp of noise… don’t have that with a lot of the other brands

[@lvalle1994]

@@chrisleslie1988 yeah, shoot I’d rather use the ryobi than have to hear that all day lol

[@aetorres7422]

Come on now that's like crying about hammering a nail and complaining that the hammer makes noise😂

[@storminmormn6283]

They stuck to that technology for a reason. Possibly because it is better long term than having to re-pressurize the Milwaukee style nailer, plus it’s expensive to do.

[@lvalle1994]

@@aetorres7422 I’d rather hear that than the stupid wind up it makes lol

[@615installations]

I definitely prefer tools coming in a packout… like the Milwaukee track saw… contractor bags tend to become a catch-all for junk… but I’ll take a bag over nothing at all lol! Thanks VCG!

[@darrylkenes7424]

Haven’t used a DeWalt cordless nailer but my Senco’s are the best I’ve owned or used. And I’ve used Metabo,Hitachi,Pasalode and several others.

[@vincentharris356]

Can it be used to nail 3/4 inch concrete nails

[@marksasahara1115]

Ha, ha! Switching to the Dark Side. I feel that if you can get a good, robust tool and it works and can last, that's a good tool and it doesn't really matter who the mfr is. The only thing holding us back are the batteries. I started out with Dewalt and switched to Milwaukee. At work, I use Makita. These are all perfectly good brands, with totally solid tools. I mean Ryobi has made great improvements! I don't really care about brands, per se, but it has to be a quality tool that won't fail after ten usages. I'm a home gamer, so my usage is different than a contractor, but I prefer to buy a quality tool that I know will last.

[@harryd1664]

Mate, totally agree. Don't care what brand. Just want it to last.

[@JacobOverman]

Good video. I really would enjoy better if there was no music in the one part I waited for. You using it and I can’t hear how the gun works

[@rudispruell883]

If a tool doesn't come with a bag, I find one that fits the tool and the associated accessories- bits, fasteners, guides etc.

[@foxman4489]

Hello, what is your recommendation for work shoes or work boots?

[@Sgten01]

Milwaukee neeeds gen 2 framer for sure at this point. Gen 1 16g had alot to be desired, but gen 2 is amazing. So hopefully they can slim down gen 1 framer and make the tip more like paslode. I would definitely pick one up then if it was smaller and lighter I think id go further and say Milwaukee needs to make all their nailers on m12 platform. M18 is just not needed, just adds bulk for no reason. If m12 can run that new gutsy stubby it can run a nailer imo.

[@varga13zsolt]

I have the older DEWALT and the Metabo hpt, one thing I like about the dewalt is well balanced

[@Anthony_Williams1216]

Yes, rapid fire comparison!

[@ChristianJames559]

I use the modular tool storage system: "Tough System 2.0". Waiting for the DXL 5 in 1 Tower to be released this year so I can use that.

[@asphaltspecialties]

Have you ever wished you got the packout for any reason? I’m between packout and tough system 2.0…

[@Iidentifyascorrect]

How do you know about tools and products before they release ? Teach me your ways .

[@ChristianJames559]

@Iidentifyascorrect saw it on KZbin and then checked the Dewalt website.

[@ChristianJames559]

@asphaltspecialties pack out works great for Milwaukee guys. I'm fully vested in Dewalt and keep most of my power tools and storage system on one platform. The DXL 5 in 1 storage system is compatible with the Tough System 2.0. Whether your team red or yellow, you can't go wrong.

[@marccadec6978]

I have had loads of issues with DeWalt nail guns,first and second fix.(Not the air or powder attenuated guns,they are great) I'll stick with my 20 year paslode and hilti guns I always use a hard case for my tools

[@o0Go_2_Sleep0o]

Review the new dcf860

[@thevillain8151]

You'll wake up the whole block with that thing, shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@ChaoticMakio]

Tajima makes the top tier knife. And blades.

[@timbodtoolman7025]

That’s real nass like 👍👊🏻😎

[@mcsmith7606]

If you would start eating spinach while using that nailer you will give Pop Eye a run for his title as the strongest man alive.

[@olgajoachimosmundsen4647]

People who poop on dewalt's mechanism needs to understand that you need to pay 200 ish bucks to refill any milwaukee nailer. Metabo hpt/hikokj is free in some countries. With dewalt you spend 50 ish bucks for new springs. Another thing; milwaukee is designed for about 50k nails, metabo hpt 108k

[@Freddie2598]

Compare brands Vince I have red nailers

[@garrydhintz8017]

Id like to see if they made a better spring system. The older gen was a turd. Those springs would wear out fast and cost a lot to replace.

[@jonmagnus3510]

Honestly they need to fix their coil nailer. It doesn’t matter how hot/cold, hose diameter, high or low pressure, bump fire or single shot it just hangs up as soon as the coil starts getting low. I love the guns they make but f*** do I hate their coil nailer.

[@BurritoSupreme_]

Let’s see a comparison video

[@warlok9]

That thing is so huge it looks like it's designed for some giant alien species from the Halo universe. I mean it's comically large. With a battery it's gotta weigh near 10lbs as well. The magazine pokes out in a weird way as well as other parts of it. You'll never get that monstrosity into any tight areas. I still think Paslode is the best cordless framing nailer that exists. I've literally abused the crap out of mine for over 10 years and it still works like the day I bought it. It's light (barely over 7 lbs) and it's super compact and easy to wield overhead or in tight areas. No bump mode on mine, but whenever you pull the trigger the nail shoots. So as quick as you can pull the trigger you can shoot nails. I clean the gun about 2-3 times a year. Takes about 10 minutes to clean and oil it. The gun is so we'll built... No cheap feeling plastics or parts. The depth adjustment is simple and the gun just doesn't jam. My buddy has one of DeWalt nailers and the things is a joke in my opinion. That little delay between trigger pull and nail firing is something you never adjust to. Makes it tiring to use because you have to hold pressure on it longer after pulling the trigger, be just giving a quick thrust of pressure asking with the trigger pull.

[@vacavapes5500]

The windup cordless ones are just too slow. I have raced kids framing walls and am quicker with my hammer. I had a pasload when they first came out, but couldn't use it for anything except pickup because of the clipped heads. They also nail about half as fast as my original Hitachis. I am all for cordless tools if it is to put some blocks in and things like that. For actually framing a house I plug my saw in and roll out the airhose.

[@dylansorensen7820]

It is the lightest battery powered cordless framer on the market currently. It is definitely larger, but saves on weight not needing a compressed gas cannister.

[@GoldMineArcade]

Cool, but I’m not a fan of halo type alien nailers that need 2 separate power sources to get the job done… that’s a hard pass for 2024

[@StayFrosty86]

Good job Venice Stay Free 🇺🇸👍

[@chadwittman6292]

Milwaukee makes the best nailers hands-down

[@storminmormn6283]

Flywheel may be loud, but not having to recharge the air tank on the Milwaukee nailer is awesome

[@taylornelson3801]

I think I'll stick with my Ryobi framing nailer

[@Whosurdaddy71]

Yeah yeah yeah other nailers slow in the process😂😂😂😂

[@rudispruell883]

The firing is pretty quiet. Especially compared to the flywheel. But, that's wgat God made hearing protection for. Ps. In rapid mode it sounds like the Terminator.

[@rylanwipf3852]

is vince going the dewalt way?

[@jimlove3795]

Bought the new gun about a month or so ago. Takes a little getting used to. As a former carpenter all I ever used was a Paslode on a compressor. But I love it. The freedom from a hose is without comparison. Wish I had this thing when I started framing homes in 1991 !

[@asphaltspecialties]

The noise of this makes me want to hit up the casino…

[@shawnrogerslocal6197]

Nah 21° Milwaukee

[@DGALVIN45]

Metabo Hpt >

[@stevearriaga9297]

Bag

[@salinas831100]

Dang I just got the old nailer 10 months ago wished I would’ve waited .. I haven’t had any problems with it but the rev up it does before every nail does suck

[@mystoryhisglory9438]

I don't see one problem dewalt solved with this gun! Milwaukee, matabo, or paslode!

[@sonnymylovesosweat]

9:27 when I heard that sounds. That tool is a turnoff

[@djorig]

The ramp up is so annoying tho!

[@kai6424]

13 pounds! I will stick with a Rigid or Ryobi at 9 pounds

[@braydenfrench8569]

Dewalt knife is too bulky I’ll keep my Milwaukee with 5 blades. The nailer is still annoying, I’ll keep my silent Milwaukee. The last dewalt I had would jam at any giving moment

[@jamienava6750]

"Rambo mode" on these guns is a joke. I'd rather drag an air hose and compressor around.

[@grinningDEATH76]

All my tools are Dewalt except for nailers. I use metabo nailers because they work, they're cheaper, and Dewalt nailers sound like whining little bitches when I'm trying to get the job done.

[@joeydelgado6119]

No one needs an extended magazine. You think those 2x4s are wearing kevlar?

[@Whosurdaddy71]

Garbage

[@josuetorres5435]

It’s terrible nailers.. I don’t know why they say its better?