Freeman P4FNCB Pneumatic Finishing Nailer and Stapler Kit with Bag and Fasteners

Why I reached for this kit

I keep a fair mix of trim, cabinetry, and light carpentry on my docket, and lugging a different case for every fastening task gets old fast. The Freeman finishing kit streamlines that routine with four dedicated air tools in one bag: a 16‑ga straight finish nailer, an 18‑ga brad nailer, a 1/4" narrow crown stapler, and a 23‑ga micro pinner. Over several weeks I used the set across baseboards and casing, cabinet backs, lattice and screening, and small mitered returns. Having the right gauge on hand for each step made the work smoother than bouncing between one “do‑everything” gun.

What’s in the bag

• 16‑ga straight finish nailer (tool‑free depth adjust, quick‑clear nose, no‑mar tip, 360° exhaust)
• 18‑ga brad nailer (same feature set as above)
• 18‑ga 1/4" narrow crown stapler (same feature set as above)
• 23‑ga micro pinner (ergonomic grip and belt hook)
• Canvas zipper bag and 800 starter fasteners:
  • 200 x 16‑ga 2" finish nails
  • 200 x 18‑ga 1‑1/2" brads
  • 200 x 18‑ga 1" narrow crown staples
  • 200 x 23‑ga 1" pins

The bag holds all four tools and hose fittings with room to spare, though the exterior pocket is stingy once you add oil, safety glasses, and a few extra sticks of nails. The included fasteners get you moving on day one, but plan to pick up additional lengths for thicker stock and different substrates.

Build and ergonomics

All four tools share an anodized aluminum magazine and cylinder paired to a one‑piece hardened steel driver. That’s a good recipe for longevity, and it also keeps weight reasonable. Each gun balances well in hand, with a comfortable grip and a nose profile that lets you see your line when placing fasteners.

The finish, brad, and stapler bodies include the features I expect for day‑to‑day trim work: a toolless depth dial that actually tracks, a flip‑open nose to clear jams, non‑marring safety tips, and a 360° swiveling exhaust so you can vent air away from your face or freshly finished surfaces. The micro pinner is simpler by design—no depth wheel or quick‑clear nose—though it does add a belt hook, which I used constantly when moving between saw and workpiece.

Setup and air behavior

I ran the kit on a compact pancake compressor without trouble. Air consumption is modest, and recovery time kept pace even during long runs of staples. As with any pneumatic setup, a couple drops of oil in the inlet at the start of each session keeps seals happy. I started at a middle‑of‑the‑road pressure and fine‑tuned PSI in conjunction with the depth dial (on the three larger tools) to get hole edges clean and flush.

One note on technique: like many pneumatic nailers, these will occasionally “double” if you let the nose bounce on the work or ride the trigger too aggressively. Two quick tweaks all but eliminated it for me—slightly lowering PSI once I had consistent depth, and pausing a beat to let the nose fully reset between shots.

On the job: tool by tool

16‑ga finish nailer

This became my go‑to for baseboards, door casing, and fastening jamb extensions to solid stock. With 2" nails it seated cleanly into pine and poplar and handled MDF trim without blowing out the face. The depth dial is responsive; small adjustments produce noticeable changes, which isn’t always the case at this price. The no‑mar tip kept prefinished shoe and painted casing clean, and the adjustable exhaust was handy for working at face level. Over several rooms of trim, I didn’t run into a jam, and the driver face left round, consistent holes that filled easily.

18‑ga brad nailer

For delicate moldings, cabinet toe kicks, and window stops, the brad nailer hit the sweet spot. It has just enough holding power without inviting splits in thin stock. The nose geometry is slim enough to place brads tight to inside corners. I appreciated that I could zero in hole depth with the dial rather than relying solely on air pressure. I cleared one jam on a box of bargain brads; the flip‑open nose made that a matter of seconds, and the rest of the day was uneventful.

Narrow crown stapler

This is the workhorse I didn’t know I’d use as much as I did. It set 1/4" crown staples neatly for cabinet backs and utility shelving, tacked underlayment, and handled a section of screening on a cedar frame. The drive is smooth with enough grunt to snug staples flush without crushing fibers when set conservatively. The tool‑free depth adjust was particularly useful for dialing in just‑proud staples on mesh so I wasn’t tearing through. Again, the quick‑clear nose meant any hiccup was short‑lived; I had one moment with a deformed staple that cleared immediately.

23‑ga micro pinner

Headless pins are a niche tool until you need them—tiny returns on crown, outside miters on light trim, and temporary tack‑ups for glue‑only joints. This pinner sinks 1" pins cleanly and leaves pinholes that virtually disappear under finish. There’s minimal recoil and excellent line of sight at the nose.

Two caveats: without a depth dial, you rely on air pressure for control. That’s fine, just test on scrap as species density changes. And while the other three tools have quick‑clear noses, the pinner requires removing the front plate with a hex key to address a jam. I had one jam after a few dozen pins; it was a three‑minute fix, but it’s not as quick as flipping a latch.

Day-to-day usability

• Controls are intuitive and consistent across the three larger tools, which makes swapping between them frictionless.
• The non‑marring tips are durable and didn’t glaze over or pop off, even when working against tight inside corners.
• The exhaust ports rotate easily and hold their position, a small but appreciated detail when working up against cabinetry.
• The kit ships ready to work. Having a starter pack of four different fasteners onsite saved me an early run to the store.

Noise is present—these are pneumatic tools—but the note is relatively soft and devoid of the sharp crack some guns produce. After a long day, that matters more than you might think.

Durability and maintenance

The anodized aluminum magazines and cylinders shrug off shop wear, and the hardened driver blades show no dings after hundreds of fasteners. Keep oil in the inlets, avoid contaminated air lines, and these should hold up for a lot of light‑to‑medium duty finishing. If you’re stapling all day on subfloors or shooting 16‑ga into hardwood jambs nonstop, a heavier‑duty pro gun will outlast it, but this kit is squarely built for trim and it feels appropriately stout for that work.

Where it falls short

• The micro pinner’s lack of a quick‑clear nose means jam clearing takes a bit longer.
• The included bag’s pocket is undersized for a full complement of accessories.
• Occasional double‑fires can happen until you dial in PSI and technique.

None of these were deal breakers in my workflow, but they’re worth noting if you rely heavily on a pinner or want a single case to hold every accessory you own.

Value and who it’s for

As a compact finishing setup, this kit hits above its weight. You get four genuinely useful tools with sensible features, consistent ergonomics, and a starter set of fasteners. For DIYers tackling a renovation, a small shop outfitting cabinetry and trim, or a pro who wants a dedicated trim kit that won’t mind living in the truck, it makes a lot of sense. Corded pneumatics still deliver reliable power per dollar, and this bundle leans into that equation well.

Recommendation

I recommend the Freeman finishing kit. It covers the full spectrum of light finish fastening with capable, easy‑to‑use tools, and it does so at a price that’s hard to argue with. The finish, brad, and stapler offer the right mix of features—depth control, quick jam release, no‑mar tips, and adjustable exhaust—and the pinner rounds out the set for delicate tasks. Expect to fine‑tune your PSI to avoid double‑fires and set aside a hex key for the odd pinner jam, but those are small concessions for the convenience and performance you get in one bag. If you need cordless freedom or a pinner with more field‑service features, look elsewhere; otherwise, this is a practical, well‑balanced kit I’m happy to keep in the rotation.