DeWalt 18-Gauge Brad Nailer I f you’re looking for an alternative to your cumbersome pneumatic nailer and compressor, look no ... This straight shooter drives nails from 5/8 inches to 2 1/8 inches.

All you need to know is that nail guns come in two distinct, common flavours (four if you count the corded ones, or those that require compressed air): the brad nailer and the finishing nailer.