Although compact and lightweight in design, there is more than enough power to penetrate long fasteners into hardwood. The GREX 1850 18-gauge brad nailer satisfies most manufacturing, on-site, and shop finishing needs driving eleven different 18-gauge brad lengths from 5/8" to 2". As an industrial strength tool, the GREX 1850 not only has to feel good it must be durable, functional and easy to load. Sporting a lightweight body; aluminum cylinder, piston valve, and firing valve; an aluminum (not plastic) magazine; quick fastener reloading; and a magazine indicator window showing fastener supply. One of our biggest and most important concerns - your safety! The GREX 1850 extended narrow nose allows the operator to reach tight areas and more angles for detailed work and has a contact safety to prevent accidental firing.