[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this out of the packaging to reupholster my friend's kitchen set and I was pleasantly surprised at how little I had to follow up with a hammer on any staple heads (my lack of experience, not due to the tool).
I was also happy to report that I didn't have any soreness in my wrist or elbow the next day - I was a little worried, and that was why I choose an electric stapler over a manual one at the last minute.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This electric stapler works well for me a woman. I just finished recovering 6 of my dining room chairs. At first I was not using the right length staples, but when I used the length recommended for upholstery, it worked wonderfully.