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3-1/2-in 8 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails

Ratings & Reviews for Grip-Rite 3-1/2-in 8 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails

4.7
250
Review
 4.7 out of 5
250 Reviews


97% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise these nails for exceptional durability, strength, and reliability. Reviewers consistently note the nails resist bending even under heavy hammering, drive straight and true, and hold wood securely across diverse projects from framing to fencing. Many highlight the strong steel quality and consistent performance, with customers appreciating the affordability and versatility for all-purpose work. A few mention isolated issues like occasional brittleness, though these are rare exceptions. Overall, most customers consider these nails a trusted, dependable essential for homeowners and DIYers.

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250 Customer Reviews

Sturdy, solid

Would Recommend

Can't go wrong with a good nail. I've been using these around the house and in the rustic garage for hanging tools and other things. Great product.

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They are exactly what the box says

Would Recommend

They're good for home projects just like I intended

June 18, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Right nail for the job

Would Recommend

The molding over my garage was drooping and these were the right nails to secure them back to the frame.

June 17, 2026
From 1-1_SLASH_2-in 13 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 267 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Should take care of my issue

Did the job it was intended

June 10, 2026
From 2-1_SLASH_2-in 10 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 90 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Fair price

Would Recommend

Good quality

June 10, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Sharp point.

Would Recommend

Solid. Pounds straight in without bending.

June 3, 2026
From 3-1_SLASH_4-in 9 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 58 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Tough common nail

Would Recommend

These secured a framing project I had just completed. Holds wood together nicely.

May 31, 2026
From 4-in 6 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 28 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Good quality

Would Recommend

Nails drove in well.

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They work well

Would Recommend

Excellent

May 18, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Decent screws

Works as intended

May 10, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Not weak but sturdy nails

Would Recommend

Real nails not can take a hit

May 9, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Nothing beats the oldies

Would Recommend

Old styling, still works!

May 6, 2026
From 1-1_SLASH_2-in 13 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 267 -Per Verified Purchaser
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Good nails

Would Recommend

Works as expected. The correct amount of nails were in the box.

May 6, 2026
From 2-in 12 -Gauge Bright Smooth Shank Common Nails 160 -Per Verified Purchaser
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