Is the Bostitch RN46-1 worth it for a roofing crew?

Yes, if you already run a compressor. It is light, holds 120 nails, and the dry-fire lockout protects finished shingles. At $229.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, it sits in the usual range for a pro-grade coil nailer.

What nails does the RN46-1 take?

It uses 11-gauge coil roofing nails from 3/4 to 1-3/4 inches long. That covers standard asphalt shingles and thick-cap shingles on dense sheathing.

What air pressure and compressor does it need?

Run it at 70-120 psi; it consumes about 3.9 cfm. A small pancake compressor can keep up for light work, but a crew nailing continuously wants a larger tank or a gas compressor.

Does the RN46-1 have a dry-fire lockout?

Yes. The tool stops firing when the coil is empty, so you do not drive blank shots into shingles or sheathing. Reload through the one-door magazine and it resumes.

How does the RN46-1 compare with the RN46?

The RN46-1 is the current version of Bostitch's 11-gauge coil roofing nailer, with the same 3/4 to 1-3/4 inch range and 120-nail magazine. Buy the -1 for the current parts and support.

When is the RN46-1 cheapest?

Roofing nailers tend to dip in late fall and winter, outside peak roofing season. The best new price was $229.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026; check the price history before buying.

Where can I buy the Bostitch RN46-1 Pneumatic Coil Roofing Nailer?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Lowe's, McCoy's Building Supply.

Bostitch RN46-1 Pneumatic Coil Roofing Nailer

Q: Where is the Bostitch RN46-1 Pneumatic Coil Roofing Nailer cheapest?

At eBay, for $229.99, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Bostitch RN46-1 Pneumatic Coil Roofing Nailer

The Bostitch RN46-1 is a pneumatic coil roofing nailer built for shingle work, driving 11-gauge nails from 3/4 to 1-3/4 inches. It weighs 4.9 lbs with a magnesium housing, holds 120 nails in a one-door magazine, and runs on 70-120 psi at 3.9 cfm. It has tool-free depth adjustment, an adjustable exhaust, and a dry-fire lockout that stops the tool when the coil runs out. The best new price is $229.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, with 3 stores listing it new.