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Fastener Free Deck Surface with CAMO MARKSMAN System
The MARKSMAN system makes it easy to fasten CAMO Edge hidden deck screws. Simply set the tool, drop your deck screws in each fastener slot, and drive.
- Jig that allows fasteners to be installed on the edge of the board, for a fastener-free deck top
- Automatic spacing based on tool chosen (see below)
- Edge deck screws reduce splitting, cracking, and maintenance for a barefoot approved deck top
- Suitable for pressure-treated lumber, cedar, hardwood, PVC, composite or synthetic boards
- No-slip grip action holds the tool securely to the deck board while fastening
- Dual screw guides fasten both sides of the deck board with single tool placement
- For best results, predrill hardwood and capped composite deck boards
- Driver bits are included in each pail of CAMO Edge hidden deck screws
3 Easy Steps for a Fastener-Free Deck Surface
Step 1: Set The Tool
Simply position the tool over a joist and clamp the Marksman to treated deck board. The clamp automatically creates spacing for the ideal gap (based on the tool chosen, see below).
Step 2: Drop In Screws
Load 2 CAMO Edge Deck Screws into the built-in guides. These screws feature a rake tip to auger out material and prevent splitting.
Step 3: Drive Screws
Attach the included driver bit to your drill and drive both screws. Don't worry about overdriving as the built-in shoulder will stop at the perfect depth automatically.
The Marksman System
PRO-X1
For use with Treated Lumber deck boards. Provides a 1/16" gap. Fits any 5-1/4 in. (133mm) to 5-3/4 in. (146mm) deck board.
PRO
For use with Composite decking. Provides a 3/16" gap. Fits any 5-1/4 in. (133mm) to 5-3/4 in. (146mm) deck board.
PRO-NB
For use with Narrow Board hardwood, composite, PVC, cedar and treated lumber deck boards. Fits any 3-1/4 in. (83mm) to 5 in. (127mm) deck board. Provides 3/16 in. (5mm) spacing
EDGE
Use for No Gap installations. Designed for use with pressure-treated and other softwood lumber. Attaches to any drill.
CLIPS
Simple, Strong, Hidden. CAMO hidden deck clips are the best way to install grooved decking. Designed and warranted for use with all leading grooved decking.
LEVER
Build a better deck by yourself with LEVER, the one-turn tool that locks-in rows of boards and clips and straightens warped boards.
ClipDRIVE
Smarter, Faster, Easier. Fasten CAMO universal deck clips up to 5x faster all while standing and saving your back.
Claudia
Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2024
This tools its an excellent idea, it's spectacular way to hide the screws.
michael curtis
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
OK, I like this product but I don't LOVE it.1. It goes over the surface of the deck board, across the joist and you simply screw it into place. Couple issues with this... a. If the board before it is a little proud (sticks up more than the one you are currently working on) then it will screw more into the TOP of the side of the board instead of just the side of the board. b. If you miss the joist by a little bit, it doesn't pull the screw down far enough and the tool gets stuck between your board and the previous one. A good yank helps to get it out but you don't want to ruin the tool so it gets a bit finicky in this situation. Then you can push that screw into place by forcing it with the drill. c. If your joists are offset (as they are with our PATTERNED deck, I can imagine a simple design would be easier) then you have to reset the tool quite often. d. It states that the screws will automatically "start" (I can't remember the exact phrasing) and only needs a little bit of pressure on the drill. I find if it doesn't "start" you need 2 hands, one to run the drill and one to put some back pressure on the drill but in reality you need a third hand to hold onto the tool as it falls off the board pretty easily.I don't have solutions to these problems but seems like an engineer could come up with something to make this tool a bit more functional.Overall I am pleased with the functionality of t his tool and would definitely buy it again, even knowing about the flaws above. It would be helpful if they had an FAQ section on their instructions to address some of the above issues and solutions to make it work a bit better out of the box.We have a HUGE deck (600 sq feet) to do so the quantity of screws 1750 will get us through most of it!
Lb
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024
My husband loves this thing. He wanted a deck when screws were installed on the side of the wood so there would be less water contact on the wood. Just the thing. It is a durable tool, not cheaply made, that I can see him using on other projects and loaning to friends. Easy to use. we thought the price was reasonable.The only thing is, however, that you have to use the screws that are specific for this tool. I don't think you can load it with regular screws.
Paul Grimes
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
This tool let me build a 10X25 deck with ease and great results. Even though I had 3 drill bits, I only needed 1 to insert almost a thousand edge screws. The automatic spacing works great. Of course straight boards work best. The unit is still basically new after several days of use.
Randy j.
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2024
Easy to use, perfect results
Andrew M.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 11, 2023
Great product and design.
G. Sargent
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
I used this tool to screw down the 5/4 x 6 inch pine boards on the 12 x 16 foot deck. It is a solidly made tool and is simple to use. You must use the specified screws. The end result is screws installed on the beveled edge of the boards. The screws are counter sunk slightly and are less intrusive than face screwing or nailing the boards. The tool's screw guides insure the screws are driven at the proper angle and depth. A tip: the screwing will tend to creep a the board a bit as it bite into the flooring board and then the underlying joist .. so screw down starting with the board edge that does not yet have a board screwed down .. else you may get a slightly wider gap between boards. Another tip: these screws will not always back out .. so make sure they are where you want them.
Cliente
Reviewed in Spain on June 30, 2019
Todo bien
Duncan E. Philps-tate
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 24, 2019
I used this for the boards on my 50 square meter decking. Great fixing system, almost invisible when in place yet you can still get an individual board up if you need to.There's a couple of little tricks you learn and it's a good idea to watch and understand the Camo "how to" videos on YouTube. Especially the one about starting off the first row of boards by a wall.You do need to use their own brand screws because they're the other part of the system. So long as you understand this tool is just one half of the fixing system then you shouldn't have a problem with that.
T. Culbertson
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2013
I just finished an 800 sqft deck using this tool. It is simple to use and durable but here are a few tips/tricks I learned along the way.-The tools spacing ability is good but not sufficient. If you are laying a 10ft board and you just use this tool to space it then the board will probably be crooked. How much will depend a lot on the materials. I bought two of these and would use one at each end which helped a lot but many of the boards were still not straight. I would recommend using additional spacers to help keep the boards aligned.-Don't push down on the handle. Sure, it's tempting, but I can guarantee you'll break it off. I was very careful and it did not happen to me but I could see how easy it would be to break. If you are trying to squeeze the tool into a tight space, place your palm on the flat area below both handles and gently rock the tool a little.-If you are really in a tight spot, remove the spacer (the 1/16th spacer removes completely) and use it by itself.Why only 4 stars?-The tool is a tad expensive. It is of good design but there really isn't much to it. Materials wise, it probably should only be $25-$30.-The screws are decent but I did break a few and they are pretty expensive. For the same price you would get a much higher quality deck screw.-The star bits are only ok quality. A couple of mine bent and rusted. On top of that they are well overpriced compared to regular star bits.-Boards are not very easy to remove. I had to pull up a couple of boards for various reasons and it wasn't easy. It wasn't super complicated, but it was definitely more complicated than face screws would have been.
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