Grip-Rite 3-1/4 in. x .131 21-Degree Plastic Collated Framing Nails (GR024) Review (2026)
By Nate Sawyer, Editor · Updated July 2026
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- Wall framing
- Subfloor
- Decking substructure
Grip-Rite's GR024 is a 3-1/4 in x .131 framing nail on the ubiquitous 21-degree plastic strip, the low-cost bulk choice for wall framing, subfloor and structural nailing. Its full round head gives maximum shear. But full round heads pack fewer per magazine, the bright coating is dry-use only, and the plastic sheds shards to sweep up.
Pros
- Full round head delivers maximum shear strength and is accepted by code where clipped heads are restricted
- 21-degree plastic strips are the most common and cheapest framing collation, easy to source anywhere
- 4,000-count bulk box drops cost to about 3 cents per nail for high-volume framing
Cons
- Full round heads sit thick on the strip, so a magazine holds fewer nails and needs reloading sooner
- Bright coating is interior/dry use, it will corrode on exterior walls or pressure-treated lumber
- Plastic collation sheds sharp shards at the muzzle that you have to sweep up on the job site
Specifications
| Gauge | .131 in shank (10d) |
|---|---|
| Length range | 2 - 3-1/2 in (line); 3-1/4 in this SKU |
| Collation | 21-degree plastic strip, full round head |
| Coating | Bright coated steel |
| Best for | Wall framing & structural |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why choose full round head framing nails?
- Shear strength and code acceptance. Full round heads deliver maximum shear and are accepted where clipped heads are restricted, which matters on inspected structural work.
- What is the trade-off of a 21-degree strip?
- Capacity. Full round heads sit thick on the strip, so the magazine holds fewer nails and needs reloading sooner than a clipped-head collation. The upside is that 21-degree plastic strips are the most common and cheapest collation to source.
- Can these nails be used outdoors?
- No. Bright coating is for interior and dry use — it corrodes on exterior walls or in pressure-treated lumber. Also expect to sweep up plastic shards shed at the muzzle.