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Pneumatic 23-Gauge, 1-3/8 in. Pin Nailer

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  • Aluminum body, magazine and cylinder for durability
  • Nail lock-out mechanism protects tool/work surface from dry-fires
  • Air duster provides convenient air flow to clear work surface
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About This Product

The Makita 23-Gauge Pin Nailer offers an array of features and powerful performance in a compact size. The AF353 has a side, drop-in loading magazine that accepts standard 23-Gauge. headless pins sized 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-3/16 in. and 1-3/8 in. The nail lock-out and red window alerts the user when to reload pins as the 2-finger trigger is used for controlled firing. With a compact size and weighing in at only 2 lbs., the Makita 23 Gauge Pin Nailer was engineered for all-day professional use ideal for installing moulding, chair rail, tacking trim, glass retainers to doors, cross pinning dowels and joints, cabinets, paneling, glazed bead, craft work, picture frame assembly, window beading, rattan furniture and a whole host of other woodworking applications. Additional convenience features include a reversible belt hook that allows the tool to remain close-by, a rear exhaust port that directs exhaust air away from the user and work surface, a built-in air duster that provides convenient air flow to clear your workspace and 2 removable no-mar tips with sightlines for increased pinning accuracy.

Highlights

  • Powerful motor drives standard headless pins sized 5/8 in., 11/19 in., 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-3/16 in., and 1-3/8 in.
  • Aluminum body, magazine and cylinder for strength and durability; weighs only 2 lbs.
  • Nail lock-out mechanism protects tool and work surface from pin-less blank fires (dry-fires)
  • Side, drop-in loading magazine holds up to 130 nails for maximum efficiency
  • Built-in air duster provides convenient air flow to clear work surface
  • Double, 2-finger trigger for user convenience
  • Rear exhaust port directs exhaust air away from operator and work surface
  • Includes two removable no-mar tips with sightlines for increased pinning accuracy; convenient on tool storage
  • Easy to clear nose for fast and easy nail extraction should a jam occur
  • Narrow nose design allows easy nailing access to tight areas and angles
  • Magazine self adjusts to the proper 5/8 in., 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-3/16 in. or 1-3/8 in. fastener length when loaded
  • Reversible belt hook allows the tool to remain close
  • Housing bumpers protect tool and work surface
  • Integrated rubber soft grip for operator comfort
  • Ideal for installing moulding, chair rail, tacking trim, glass retainers to doors, cross pinning dowels and joints, cabinets, paneling, glazed bead, craft work, picture frame assembly, window beading, rattan furniture, and a wide variety of other woodworking applications
  • 3-year limited warranty
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Product Information

Internet # 300347905

Model # AF353

Specifications

Dimensions: H 7.5 in, W 2.625 in, D 8.1875 in

Dimensions

Air Inlet Size (in.)

1/4 in

Nail Angle

Straight

Nail Gauge

23 gauge

Product Depth (in.)

8.1875 in

Product Height (in.)

7.5 in

Product Width (in.)

2.625 in

Details

Cordless/Corded

Corded

Included

Case

Included

Tool Case

Loading Type

Strip

Maximum Fastener Size

1-3/8 in

Minimum Fastener Size

5/8 in

Minimum Recommended Air Delivery SCFM @ 90PSI

0.9

Minimum Recommended Operating Pressure (psi)

65 PSI

Multi-Purpose

Single Purpose

Nailer Features

Fastener Depth Control

Power Type

Pneumatic

Returnable

90-Day

Tool Weight (lb.)

2 lb

Tools Product Type

Air Tool

Questions & Answers

Is this oil-less like ridgid?
ByMay 26, 2022
2 Answers | 
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"Thank you for your question on the AF353 pin nailer. No this tool needs oil lubrication. To insure maximum performance, install an air set (oiler, regulator, air filter) as close as possible to the tool. Adjust the oiler so that one drop of oil will be provided for every 50 nails. "

By|Oct 28, 2023

    All pneumatic tools I’ve ever used require oil lubricant’s to maintain the seals from drying out and protect moving parts from damage. It’s simple preventive maintenance. This tool does require oil. It ships in hard case with oil and safety glasses.

    By|Jan 4, 2026

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      dose it come with a case
      ByJun 1, 2018
      6 Answers | 
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      Yes It came with the case,it is very good I love it

      By|May 5, 2023

        Yes

        By|May 5, 2023

          Yes

          By|May 5, 2023

            Yes, it has a case.

            By|May 5, 2023

              Thank you for your question. Yes, the AF353 23 Gauge, 1-3/8" Pin Nailer does include a tool case as noted in the specifications.

              By|May 5, 2023

                Yes

                By|May 5, 2023


                  does this come with a case
                  ByApr 9, 2018
                  7 Answers | 
                  Answer This Question

                  Yes, a case is included.

                  By|May 5, 2023

                    Yes it does! As any tool should! It comes with very nice and good quality case. This is one nice little pin nailer. I've used many nail guns in my days and this is by far one of my favorites.

                    By|May 5, 2023

                      Yes with the case and oil

                      By|May 5, 2023

                        Yes,,, it says on the details

                        By|May 5, 2023

                          Yes it does. It also comes with goggles and a bottle of oil.

                          By|May 5, 2023

                          Thank you for your question. Yes, the AF353 23 Gauge, 1-3/8" Pin Nailer includes a tool case.

                          By|May 5, 2023

                            Yes, a very nice case indeed.

                            By|May 5, 2023


                              Can I use the headless pin nail on this gun?
                              BySep 17, 2017
                              4 Answers | 
                              Answer This Question

                              Yes, this model accepts standard 23-Gauge. headless pins sized 5/8 in., 11/19 in., 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-3/16 in., and 1-3/8 in.

                              By|May 4, 2023

                                Yes, make sure it’s 23 hauge and within the specified length and your good to go.

                                By|May 5, 2023

                                  Yes in fact its the only kind you should use

                                  By|May 5, 2023

                                    Yes, headless pins only.

                                    By|May 5, 2023


                                      This Makita Pin Nailer is a Head Less Nail Gun Right ?
                                      ByJul 20, 2017
                                      3 Answers | 
                                      Answer This Question

                                      Thank you for your question. Yes, the AF353 23 Gauge, 1-3/8" Pin Nailer has a powerful motor that drives standard headless pins sized 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 1", 1-3/16" and 1-3/8".

                                      By|Feb 18, 2025

                                        (3)

                                        Yes, 23 gauge headless pins.

                                        By|May 5, 2023

                                          Yes you're right

                                          By|May 5, 2023


                                            What brand pin nails can you use in this nailer?
                                            ByFeb 17, 2017
                                            5 Answers | 
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                                            I don't think it matters I used whatever its available at store as long its 23 gauge and it doesn't exceed 1-3/8 size it should be fine

                                            By|May 5, 2023

                                              I use Grip Rite collated headless pins

                                              By|May 5, 2023

                                                Any kind

                                                By|May 5, 2023

                                                  Any brand 23 gauge pin nails within the specified length will work

                                                  By|May 5, 2023

                                                    It doesn't matter as long as they are the right size and angle.

                                                    By|May 4, 2023

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                                                    Customer Reviews

                                                    4.3 out of 5

                                                    • 4.3 out of 52 reviews
                                                    • 80% recommend this product
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                                                    Excellent pin nailer
                                                    This Makita AF353 pin nailer will be replacing my Hitachi NP35A that I've had for a few years. This is the first Makita tool I've used, and I'm very impressed. The Hitachi nailer worked okay, but it had a hard time counter sinking the pin nails at all. Even with the tip of the Hitachi adjusted for maximum depth, I had to use 100 PSI to reliably counter sink. With the Hitachi, out of the box I'm able to easily counter sink the pin nails at only 80 PSI. And I'm able to adjust the nail depth manually by adjusting the pressure I place on the tip. The Makita feels much more consistent, reliable, and controllable, and the results are better. The Makita also has a lock-out when it is running low on nails and will prevent a dry fire. Very nice feature when you are working away and don't realize you are out of nails. Based on photos of the Makita, I thought it would be much larger than the Hitachi, but the size difference is actually pretty small. I don't think the size difference will prevent me from using it in tight spaces. The pneumatic cylinder on the Makita seems to be larger and more efficient. It is much quieter, and it seems to use much less air, with less exhaust. It's really surprising how differently it feels and shoots--a significant improvement over the Hitachi. I'm very impressed, and would definitely recommend this Hitachi pin nailer over the Hitachi. Excellent nail gun.
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                                                    7 found this review helpful
                                                    Great tool that's comfortable to use!
                                                    Overall this is a nice tool with great features, and it's very comfortable to use. The nailer handles headless-only pin nails ranging from 5/8” to 1-3/8” according to the specifications, but I was able to use the smaller size 1/2” pins with no problem. The nailer weighs 34.00 oz empty, roughly 0.1 oz more than another unit I own, while handling longer nails (1-3/8” versus 1”.) Because it's a “side drop-in” magazine it only holds 130 nails though, compared to 170 for the bottom “drop in” type nailer but its operation is more familiar and since pins often come in sticks of 100 it hardly matters. It has a two-trigger firing mechanism for safety and a dry-fire lock-out feature so it can't fire if the magazine is near empty. There is a push button above the rear air inlet port which diverts compressed air to blow out the rear of the nailer, useful for clearing dust. I found the button hard to press at regulator settings around the maximum for the tool (100 psia) but it works. The kit comes with the nailer, air fitting, hex-head wrench, 2 no-mar tips, oil, simple safety goggles, storage case, and two manuals, one for the nailer itself (in three languages) and one for the goggles (in 23 languages). Unfortunately, the English instructions for the goggles (obviously translated from non-English instructions) are actually wrong since they discuss replacing the lenses but the goggles I received were simple one-piece plastic frames (with hinged “arms” for the ears). Still, it was nice to get an extra pair of safety glasses for the shop. As usual with pin nailers, there is no depth control. The depth of the nail is controlled by the operating pressure and higher pressures generally dent the wood around the nail. I drove 1/2”, 1” and 1-3/8” pin nails into oak at the same pressure and all were flush with the wood surface with no denting visible. One minor complaint is that there is no cap on the air inlet fitting to eliminate contamination when the air hose is unconnected. The included hex-head wrench (for clearing nail jams) and extra no-mar tip store nicely on the nailer for use as needed. There is also a reversible belt hook set at the appropriate angle to hang the nailer from a belt or ladder for short periods; It can be put on either side of the tool but can't be adjusted to different angles; however the 4mm hex-head wrench needed to reverse the hook is not included. It would have been convenient if it used the same size wrench as used to clear nail jams. Still a great tool at a competitive price for the wide range of nails it can fire.
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                                                    good tool
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                                                    Good, But...
                                                    Bought this a month ago and I've now used it quite a bit. The size and weight are great, but I'm finding it doesn't work reliably with 3/4" pin nails. I will drive some correctly, then it doesn't. The gun always cycles, but it stops shooting the pins so it just leaves a dent in the wood. I opened the magazine and found that the nail strip had popped up a bit for some reason. I re-seat the strip, close the magazine and then it fires fine for a while, but always stops again. It does not seem to do this with longer pin nails, but I use the 3/4" ones a lot so I noticed it right away.
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                                                      Horrible product
                                                      Had nothing but trouble from this product. It Jammed a lot so always clearing them. First and last time I will buy the Makita brand
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                                                        So far - worked great right out of the box....
                                                        So far - worked great right out of the box. Used the longest pins it can drive and it recessed them perfectly with no adjustment. Comes with a very nice carrying case.
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                                                        23 gauge pin nailer works great it’s lightweight and it...
                                                        23 gauge pin nailer works great it’s lightweight and it is good for the price!!
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                                                        Product Snapshot

                                                        Ideal for professionals needing precise pinning, with easy jam clearing and a compact, lightweight design.
                                                        Built for long-lasting durability and high performance, perfect for professional woodworking tasks.
                                                        Designed for effortless use, with tool-free adjustments and cordless convenience.
                                                        Designed for effortless use, with tool-free adjustments to enhance convenience and performance.

                                                        Nail Size Range

                                                        5/8 in. to 1-3/8 in. headless pins
                                                        5/8 in. to 2 in. 23-gauge headless pins
                                                        5/8 in. to 1-1/2 in.
                                                        5/8 in. to 1-1/2 in.

                                                        Magazine Capacity

                                                        130 nails

                                                        Operating Pressure

                                                        65 PSI minimum
                                                        70 PSI minimum

                                                        Depth Adjustment

                                                        Jam Clearing Mechanism