Grip-Rite 8D 2-3/8 in. Vinyl-Coated Smooth Shank Sinker Nails (5 lb. Box)
Grip-Rite 8D 2-3/8 in. Vinyl-Coated Smooth Shank Sinker Nails (5 lb. Box)
8D Vinyl-Coated Sinker Nails, 5 lb Box
These 8D vinyl-coated sinker nails are designed for general construction, carpentry, and framing. The smooth shank and vinyl coating help them drive fast and seat flush for clean, secure wood-to-wood fastening.
Key Features:
- Vinyl-Coated Driveability: Coating helps nails drive smoother and easier into wood.
- Strong Steel Construction: Steel nails built for durability in framing and carpentry tasks.
- Flush Finish Head: Checkered/countersunk head helps create a flush installation.
- Smooth Shank Design: Smooth shank for general-purpose wood-to-wood fastening.
- 5 lb Box for Jobsite Use: Convenient bulk box for construction and framing projects.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product name | Nail 8D V.C. Sinker 5 LB Per Box |
| Nail size | 8D (8-penny) |
| Nail length (in.) | 2 3/8 in. |
| Fastener length (in.) | 2.375 |
| Nail coating | Vinyl |
| Shank type | Smooth shank |
| Fastener type | Non-collated framing nail |
| Nail type | Framing nail |
| Material | Steel |
| Finish family | Metallic |
| Interior/Exterior | Interior |
| Number of heads | Single headed |
| Net weight | 5 lb |
| Package quantity | 765 (also shown as ~648 on package imagery/marketing bullets) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is this nail used for?
A: General construction, carpentry, and framing; intended for wood-to-wood applications.
Q: What size is an 8D sinker nail in this box?
A: 2-3/8 in. length (8D).
Q: What is the coating and why does it matter?
A: Vinyl coating helps the nail drive smoothly and can improve holding as it sets.
Q: Can these be used with a nail gun?
A: These are non-collated/hand-drive nails (not strip- or coil-collated for nailers).
Q: How many nails come in a 5 lb box?
A: Counts vary by listing; the package is commonly described as approximately 648–765 nails per 5 lb box (verify on the specific box received).
The Quiet Luxury of a Perfectly Finished Frame
There’s an understated elegance in craftsmanship that disappears into the architecture—clean lines, flush surfaces, and joints that simply feel right. These vinyl-coated sinkers glide in with ease, letting the structure stay crisp and intentional. Use them for framing, paneling, or built-ins where you want strength without fuss and a finish that reads polished. It’s the kind of invisible essential that elevates a space from merely built to beautifully composed.
Stock up on 8D vinyl-coated sinker nails to drive faster, seat flush, and keep your framing and carpentry projects moving.