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Swingline® Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray

Swingline® Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray

Item: 386312    Model: 39005

Swingline® Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray
2.5stars
( 26 reviews)
  • Metal mechanism for long-lasting operation
  • Full strip
  • Staples up to 160 sheets
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Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray
 
2.5

(based on 26 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (13)

40%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (9)
  • Strong staple power (6)
  • Handles large volumes (5)
  • Jam resistant (5)
  • Durable (4)

Cons

  • Jam prone (9)
  • Difficult to use (6)
  • Weak staple power (4)

Best Uses

  • Larger volumes (6)
  • Office (3)
  • Smaller volumes (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (16), Budget shopper (5)
    • Primary use:
    • Business (22), Personal (3)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Excellent for home office use

I needed a good heavy duty stapler for my home office, but didn't want the expense or hassle of an electric. I was going to need the ability to occasionally print and staple very ...Read complete review

I needed a good heavy duty stapler for my home office, but didn't want the expense or hassle of an electric. I was going to need the ability to occasionally print and staple very large documents, and with my ink-jet, I prefer to use the heavier 24-lb paper. I also bought the Swingline HD 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, and 1/2-inch staples.

This Swingline was "just what the doctor ordered". I recently had to download and print a 124-page document. I printed it two-side to save paper, but I still needed to staple 62 sheets of 24-lb paper. I easily swapped the 1/4-inch staples for 1/2-inch, lined up the document, and said "Here goes nothing!" This stapler quickly and SMOOTHLY stapled the document with no problem and just a light easy stroke. The 1/2-inch staple had enough length to fully secure the document and fold underneath the last page, and there was no sign of stress or bending of the staple itself.

I recommend this stapler to anyone who has to staple more than 10 sheets of paper at any time.

VS

Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Don't do it!

We have owned this stapler (or its predecessor that looks very similar) for about 5 months. At first, it worked like a charm. We use the Swingline heavy duty staples. After about ...Read complete review

We have owned this stapler (or its predecessor that looks very similar) for about 5 months. At first, it worked like a charm. We use the Swingline heavy duty staples. After about two months, it began jamming about every third or fourth use. Now, it jams every time. Clear the jam, it skips, then jams again. We are hoping the model that is twice the price will work much better.

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1.0

Sad, really

By Coleman

from NYC

This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

Pros

    Cons

    • Flimsy Construction

    Best Uses

      Comments about Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray:

      We ordered three of these for our library, and the first two failed less than a month after purchase. It was the same problem both times: the part of the stapler against which the staple is bent back upon itself is made of some base metal and was punched right out by the staples. It's sad, really. Every part of the stapler is made of strong materials except the part that takes the most pressure. Some contractor switched to cheaper materials, and Swingline didn't practice proper quality control. We cannot, of course, buy from them any more.

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      1.0

      Jams Consistently

      By Report Preparer

      from Oroville, CA

      About Me Value Oriented

      This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

      Pros

        Cons

        • Jam Prone

        Best Uses

          Comments about Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray:

          This stapler began jamming from the moment I took it out of the box. Ejects two staples at a time most of the time. It will be returned to the store.

          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          1.0

          Don't purchase this item

          By CR

          from Somers Point NJ

          Pros

            Cons

            • Jam Prone
            • Weak Staple power

            Best Uses

              Comments about Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray:

              This item jammed repeatedly upon using. Very disappointed.

              • Primary use:
              • Business

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              2.0

              VERY VERY HARD TO LOAD STAPLES

              By SUNSHINE

              from WHITE, GA

              About Me Value Oriented

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

                Cons

                • Difficult To Use

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray:

                  HARD TO OPEN UP STAPLER TO PUT IN STAPLES.

                  • Primary use:
                  • Business

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                  1.0

                  Jams easily

                  By Abby the Receptionist

                  from Alabama

                  Pros

                    Cons

                    • Bulky Design
                    • Difficult To Use
                    • Jam Prone
                    • Weak Staple power

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Swingline� Heavy-Duty Full Strip Stapler, 160 Sheet Capacity, Black/Gray:

                      I would not recommend this stapler. It jams all the time and it is very hard to refill the staples. Will not buy another one!

                      • Primary use:
                      • Business

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                      • Q:

                        SHOULD THE STAPLES BEND WHEN YOU STAPLE SOMETHING? WE HAVE TO BEND THE STAPLES AFTER STAPLING SOMETHING.
                        Asked on 2/7/2013 by Rhonda from Pennsylvania

                        2 answers

                        • A:

                          Yes, the staples should bend. Try using a longer staple which will allow for more metal to be bent.

                          Answered on 2/11/2013 by Community Answer from None
                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          I apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you, please contact Customer Service for further assistance.

                          Answered on 2/11/2013 by Bonnie B from Staples
                      • Q:

                        What size staples do you use for this stapler?
                        Asked on 11/16/2011 by Anonymous

                        1 answer

                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          This stapler uses 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" Swingline heavy-duty staples.

                          Answered on 11/25/2011 by Sarah P from Staples
                      • Q:

                        why is it so difficult to add staples to this stapler? Perhaps I am doing it wrong so please someone share the process. thanks
                        Asked on 8/22/2011 by Anonymous

                        1 answer

                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          I apologize for any assembly inconveniences occurring, for assistance in adding staples in this Heavy-Duty Stapler, please contact the manufacture Swingline for Consumer Support at 800-820-6220.

                          Answered on 8/26/2011 by Laura B from Staples
                      • Q:

                        The stapler is jammed and I cannot get it working. How do I unjam it?
                        Asked on 1/26/2010 by Julie from Irvine, CA

                        1 answer

                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          Swingline USA Consumer Support at 800-820-6220.

                          Answered on 2/5/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
                      • Q:

                        what staples do I use for this stapler?
                        Asked on 10/27/2009 by Peggy from Montclair, New Jersey

                        2 answers

                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          Uses 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" Swingline® heavy-duty staples. Item numbers 504225, 504209, 504191 and 444223.

                          Answered on 11/9/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
                        • VERIFIED BUYER

                          A:

                          I can tell you, do not use 5/8". 1/2" or less which defeats the purpose of having a heavy duty stapler.

                          Answered on 12/21/2009 by NONE from OSKALOOSA, IOWA
                      • Q:

                        What staples do i order for this???
                        Asked on 8/28/2009 by paula from kennebunk

                        1 answer

                        • CUSTOMER CARE

                          A:

                          Uses 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" Swingline® heavy-duty staples. Item numbers 504225, 504209, 504191 and 444223. Thank you.

                          Answered on 10/7/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
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