Some do block out the last few nails so you don't dry fire it. I have had some where the last nail always drops out on its own, some that bend the last nail, all sorts of little quirks.

Originally Posted By: BrotherTurtle
Originally Posted By: Yelp softly
You may be one of those guys that doesn't read owner's manuals. I believe it specifically states that it prevents firing once it's down to 5 nails or so. It's to keep you from dry firing it which could ruin it.


Is that common to air guns as well? I bought a used air framing nailer and it works great, but won't shoot the last 3 nails. I was thinking a weak feeder spring, but this is the first one ive ever owned and I don't know much about them.