Do I need to be a weight lifer to fire the trigger hard to fire? I need to use one hand to hold and one hand to fire.

49 year old woman with tendinitis and rotator cuff issues. It definitely takes both hands and some pressure for me--more if I need to get the staples all the way in, reliably; less if I just need them to grab and hold. Overhead, I can do 50, take a long break, then another 50, in a day. If I want a perfect job, maybe 30 staples, and pressing downwards or sideways, not overhead. On the good side, it jams way less than some supposedly "self firing" staplers I have used, and I don't fear nailing myself in the thigh if I get careless and roll onto it (a grounded fear based on a prior bad experience). And it'll hold up to a more powerful user whaling away at it, without going wonky.

is there a safety release? I can't get it to fire a staple

No safety release. You probably have a staple stuck in the firing mechanism. Two of mine started jamming constantly so I set them aside. Eventually, I contacted Arrow through their website, asking about repairs. They have a program that will fix your stapler for $8. I sent them both staplers and a week later, TWO NEW STAPLERS arrived at my door. Check that out.

How do I know what size staples will be needed? Need to redo the fabric on my ottomon and seat covers.

For general purpose household use, I use the 3/8 for most jobs. You should measure how thick your cover material is and add how thick your wood is to get the right size. Example: doing cardboard strips over plastic sheet for window coverings, the cardboard is about 1/6" thick, the plastic sheet is 9ml thick, and the window frame is 1" thick. I would use 3/8" staples to get decent penetration or 1/2 - 17/32 if it was outside (due to wind). For my bike seat cover I used 3/8" and it work fine. Hope this helps.

T50 Heavy Duty Staple Gun for Upholstery, Wood, Crafts, DIY and Professional Uses, Manual Stapler Uses 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8", 1/2", or 9/16” Staples

Product ID: 255671163

Details

Brand
Arrow
Colour
Chrome
Material
Chrome Steel
Number of fasteners
1
Product dimensions
16.5L x 13.7W

🔩Compatible with 5 staple sizes (1/4” to 9/16”)

⚙️Hardened steel body for max durability

👁️Staple-viewing window for easy reload check

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Description

🔨 Staple like a pro — durability and precision in every strike!

BUILT TO LAST - Chromed steel forged at 1,500°F ensures unmatched toughness for any project.
PRECISION POWER - High-leverage handle delivers consistent, effortless staple driving every time.
STAY IN CONTROL - Clear staple window means no more guessing when it’s time to reload.
JAM FREE WORKFLOW - Rear-load magazine with jam-resistant tech keeps your momentum going.
VERSATILE STAPLING - Supports 5 staple sizes, perfect for upholstery, woodwork, crafts, and repairs.

The Arrow T50 Heavy Duty Staple Gun is a professional-grade manual stapler crafted from furnace-hardened chromed steel, designed for durability and consistent performance. Compatible with five staple sizes, it features a jam-resistant rear-load magazine and a staple-viewing window for efficient, hassle-free use. Trusted by craftsmen and DIYers since the 1950s, it’s ideal for upholstery, woodwork, insulation, and general repairs.

Specifications

ASIN	B00002ND61
Best Sellers Rank	#40,023 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #123 in Manual Staplers
Brand Name	Arrow
Capacity Description	Full Strip
Color	Chrome
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (4,794)
Global Trade Identification Number	00079055000501
Included Components	Product Information Guide
Item Dimensions L x W	16.5L x 13.7W centimeters
Item Type Name	Staple Gun for Upholstery, Wood, Crafts, DIY and Professional Uses, Manual Stapler Uses 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8", 1/2", or 9/16” Staples
Manufacturer	Arrow Fastener
Material Type	Chrome Steel
Number of Fasteners	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Product Style	CSWS1..
UPC	033585464738 343538450160 300716083213 079055000501 343538565802 343538448242 300715912477
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Reviews

S**.

Ganz genau was ich gebraucht habe.

1.09.2025

A**.

This is the business the classic T50 stapler made the same old way and can last a very long time. Keep it dry, clean and give it a shot of silicone or oil once in a while and you may have it for the rest of your life!

24.10.2024

L**.

ES UNA HERRAMIENTA ESENCIAL PERO DE BUENA MARCA Y CALIDAD. NO LA ENCONTRE EN TIENDAS SOLO EN AMAZON MUY BUENA SIN DUDA

9.04.2022

E**E

Wanting a heavy duty stapler, I was edging towards other brands however, when researching this one I found that this brand has been making staplers a lot longer and as the saying goes, ‘they know their onions’. Not once has it jammed and feels like a great quality item, of which it is. Definitely recommended.

27.09.2024

A**N

Ottimo prodotto robusta e pesante, usa le graffette N°140.

7.03.2026

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