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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
( 25 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
 
2.6

(based on 25 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (12)

42%

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 (21), Personal (3)

Most Liked 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 Liked 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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(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Works Great

By Sherry

from Florida

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Handles Large Volumes
  • Jam Resistant
  • Use the proper staples

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Larger Volumes

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

    Make sure you use the proper staples with the stapler. I asked staples if you could use their brand and they said yes - it Jam. So use the swingline heavy duty.

    • Primary use:
    • Business

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    (8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excellent for home office use

    By MdniteEagl

    from Mount Arlington, NJ

    About Me Quality Oriented

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Stable
    • Well Built

    Cons

      Best Uses

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

        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.

        • Primary use:
        • Business

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        (3 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Big dissapointment

        By Gettysburg, PA

        from Gettysburg, PA

        About Me Quality Oriented

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

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

              Our office uses this stapler on a fairly regular weekly basis. We cannot staple small packages of papers or large packages of papers with this. It jams EVERY time and is then very difficult to clear the jam. Even after the jam is cleared, the stapler does not staple, just jams again. VERY dissapointed with the quality of this machine. Would not recommend for anything else but a paper weight.

              • Primary use:
              • Business

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              (3 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              HD stapler

              By O

              from Carthage, NC

              About Me Quality Oriented

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Use
              • Handles Large Volumes
              • Jam Resistant
              • Strong Staple power

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Larger Volumes
                • Smaller Volumes

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

                Great product

                • Primary use:
                • Business

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                (2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                Is it the staples?

                By Stap the stapler

                from NYC

                About Me Quality Oriented

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Lightweight
                • Stable
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

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

                    I use the cheap staples and this stapler jams every time I use it, although the jam is easy to clear and the staple goes through. I am going to try using the swingline brand staples to see if this makes a difference.

                    • Primary use:
                    • Business

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                    (2 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    1.0

                    Is not heavy duty!

                    By Cherony

                    from Sacramento, CA

                    About Me Quality Oriented

                    Pros

                      Cons

                      • Flimsy

                      Best Uses

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

                        The manufacturer claims it has capacity of up to 160 sheets. This stapler broke after a few uses (less than 100 sheets at a time). Do not buy this item if you need heavy duty stapling performance.

                        • Primary use:
                        • Personal

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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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