Good points about the lighter hose, hadn't thought of that before. Ever tried one of those harness setups to help balance the weight? Wondering if they're actually helpful or just another gimmick collecting dust in the garage...
I've messed around with one of those harness setups a couple times, and honestly... mixed feelings. On the one hand, it does take some strain off your arms and shoulders, especially if you're working long hours or dealing with heavier nailers. But on the other hand, it can feel pretty restrictive when you're moving around a lot or climbing up and down ladders. I found myself constantly adjusting it or getting tangled up in the straps—felt like I was wrestling an octopus at times.
I know a guy who swears by his harness though, says he can't roof without it anymore. Maybe it's just a matter of getting used to it? Personally, mine ended up hanging in the garage next to that fancy laser level I bought on impulse (you know how that goes). Curious if anyone else has had better luck with them... maybe I'm just impatient or something.
"Personally, mine ended up hanging in the garage next to that fancy laser level I bought on impulse (you know how that goes)."
Haha, totally feel you on this. My garage is practically a museum of impulsive tool purchases—laser levels, harnesses, specialty hammers... you name it. But honestly, I think you're onto something with the harness. It might be one of those things that feels awkward at first but eventually becomes second nature. Maybe give it a few more tries before it officially joins the Garage Wall of Shame?
Same here, my harness sat untouched for months until a nasty storm forced me onto a steep pitch. Felt awkward at first, but after a couple hours it was second nature. Now I wouldn't roof without it... guess some impulse buys pay off eventually.
I've had similar experiences with safety gear—initially feels cumbersome, but quickly becomes indispensable. Curious though, has anyone found a particular nailer model that's notably safer or easier to handle on steep roofs? Balancing safety and efficiency can be tricky...
