Customer Reviews
invaluable tool..... 
2008-08-28
Picked up a new one (kit: case, nails, goggles, 2 batteries, etc) from another online retailer for half of most prices I've seen...wish I would have bought it sooner. No issues and I've had it about 8 months and run around 300-400 various size nails thru it and have used it for trim, paneling and woodwork of all kinds. Works great, powerful and cordless. I keep 1 battery on charge at all times and when it gets low, just swap it out and put the other in the charger. Like anything you buy, sometimes there is a lemon, but so far for me I couldn't be happier!
Works great until the inevitable failure 
2008-04-08
The bad:
I've owned both the BDBN1202 and the new 18V Lowes FS1802BN. They are almost identical except for the voltage. I had 3 12V models, they all failed under 500 nails. I returned them under the 90day store policy. The new FS1802BN failed after about 1800 nails, fortunately it is still under the 2 year warrnaty, so off to the BD service center. This was after putting up a whole house of crown. Mode of failure: the impact slide will not retract after it shoots a nail. Unit will work if you open the hatch, remove the nails and manually push down on the slide. This slide will also retract if the tools is turned upside down, I assume a retracting spring broke. Others failed with similar mechanical issues. On the BD parts website, the entire nailing assembly mechanism is a single $100 unit, so if you need to repair out of warranty this unit is for all intents and purposes disposable.
Other issues, I have to nailset most of my 2" nails. Not a big deal to me, but it is an extra step.
I never got more than 300 nails with one charge, this is with the 18V model. The 12Vs were around 150 or so.
Guide may leave slight marks on the wood if nails are shot at certain angles, not really a big deal for paint grade moulding.
The good:
2 year warranty (for the 18V unit) that you will most probably use. Drives 2" nails without a compressor. Great for crown and other moulding.
Tool is reasonably balanced and has some safety features. Be sure to wear safety glasses. I've had nails miss the moulding and hit my glasses. Also, keep fingers at least 8inches away from nailing surfaces. I've seen nails make U turns and come straight out of the surface. This is common sense for any nailer and not specific to this product.
Summary:
For lightweight, occasional home use where you need to shoot a few nails or put up a chair rail, crown in a few rooms it is probably a good choice. If you are going to shoot over a thousand nails, think of this review. There is no where in the instructions telling you that it is light duty and for sporadic use. I would not use this if I was a pro. I believe it is a cheap, made in China, disposable tool. It is truly a shame how name brand quality truly takes a back seat, and the tool isn't $10 either. This tool would otherwise have great potential.
Buy with a credit card that extends your warranty because these things will eventually need it.
Great tool 2008-03-28
I didn't have a chance to work with this gun a lot, but after just few hours I can say it really works. On the beginning it was little tricky to realized how it works (what gives the power to hit each neil). Anyway at least until now I can't complain at all.
Just make sure batteries are fully charged and when you want shot hold trigger until you see nail is out. You can even hear specific BOOM - like I said, that's little tricky part for first few shots.
Keep it charged 
2008-03-23
I bought this strictly for quick household DIY projects and the only time I have a problem with jamming is when I use a battery that is not fresh. Since the product comes with two - this isn't really a problem for me.
Works just fine, easy to use. 2008-03-16
I'm pretty handy around the house and wanted to do some wainscot, chair-rails, and crown molding and needed a decent nailer. I didn't want to spend a lot of money and did NOT want to invest in a compressor. I'd never use a compressor except for my few projects and didn't want to have to store it.
That's where this nailer came in. I already own a B&D cordless drill, so the batteries were interchangeable for me, which was a bonus. The nailer worked perfectly for my wainscot. It's pretty lightweight and I didn't have a cumbersome air hose trailing me around. When you're in tight spots like a power room, that really helps.
I haven't had any jams or any other issues so far. At $124.99, I think it's a real steal. Highly recommend.
The best tool yet! 2008-02-19
Battery powered brad nailer. Powered from Black & Decker 12V battery. Ideal for new contruction and remodeling applications such as: Crown molding, base molding, chair rail molding, window casing, door casing, wainscotting (siding), panel ceiling, fencing
Great for the money 2008-02-08
I bought this nailer to do some simple projects around the house. It has proven to be a real bargain and I am seeking out reasons to use it (I guess it's a guy thing). It is practical in that there is no cumbersome compressor and air hoses to deal with and it is versatile enough to handle many household projects. Obviously if you're doing major renovations or additions go with the big gun, but this is perfect for small repairs and projects. Easy to use, quick to charge. What's not to like.
B&D 18 volt is the best out there 2007-12-31
I run a renovations / punch company working for several major builders in the Charlotte, NC area. We do tons of trim and cabnet repair and have used Dewalts cordless and pneumatic nailers in the past. The B&D 18V from Lowes is a total package for what we do. I have all my guys using this item now. FYI folks- Dewalt is a B&D company. The housing is all that is different between 90% of their products. The pretty yellow is all that seperates these guns and a huge price point. Enjoy the 18v and skip the 12V.
works great! 2007-12-07
drove through 3/4" oak into oak plywood w/ no problems. definitely easier to use than a pneumatic and better than any other electric (corded) i've seen. i would definitely recommend it.
You cannot beat this for the price 2007-11-22
What a great tool for the price. I didn't want something attached to an air compressor because it wou;dn't be a tool I'd use that much. I did molding around two rooms using this with no problems. I never thought DeWalt tools were that good; Milwaukee always seemed the way to go when you truly want a refined yet durable and powerful piece of equipment, but I had to go for this given the price. Nice job overal B&D.
