How to Choose the Right Tagging Gun for Your Retail Store

If you sell clothing, textiles, or accessories in a retail setting, a tagging gun is an essential tool for fast, clean, and professional price tagging. But with so many options — from standard to fine tagging guns, tag barbs, and needle types — how do you know what’s right for your store?

In this guide, we’ll break down:

• The difference between standard and fine tagging guns

• What tag clips (barbs) and replacement needles you need

• Why the Kobe Tag Gun is our top recommendation

• And where to get all your tagging supplies in one place

🛍️ What Is a Tagging Gun?

A tagging gun (also called a tag attacher or price tag gun) is a handheld tool used to attach swing tags or price labels to garments and soft goods using small plastic fasteners — known as tag barbs or tag clips.

They’re a must-have in:

• Clothing boutiques and department stores

• Pop-up shops and market stalls

• Warehouses and distribution centres

🔍 Standard vs Fine Tag Guns: What’s the Difference?

The main difference comes down to needle size and barb thickness. Choosing the wrong one can damage delicate garments or jam your machine.

⚠️ Always match your tag gun to the correct clips and needles.
Standard barbs and needles go with standard guns. Fine barbs and needles go with fine guns — no mixing and matching.

⭐ Our Top Picks for Retail Tagging

✅ Kobe Tag Gun – Standard

The Kobe Tag Gun is one of the most popular choices for everyday retail use. It's compatible with:

• 12mm, 15mm, 25mm & 50mm Standard Tag Barbs

• Standard Replacement Needles – YH202

Ideal for tagging T-shirts, trousers, jackets, socks and more.

✅ Fine Tag Gun – YH31X

Working with delicate fabrics? Go for a fine tag gun like the YH31X.
Use it with:

• 7mm Fine Tag Pins

• CP302F Fine Needles

Perfect for bridalwear, lingerie, baby clothes, and luxury fabrics.

🧰 Your One-Stop Shop for Tagging Supplies

At Direct Sewing Machines & Supplies, we stock everything you need to get started with or upgrade your tagging system:

✔️ Tagging Guns – Standard & Fine
✔️ Tag Barbs – 7mm, 12mm, 15mm, 25mm, 50mm
✔️ Tag Needles – Standard (YH202) & Fine (CP302F)
✔️ Trusted brands like Kobe
✔️ Bulk packs available for high-volume tagging

🛒 Ready to Tag Like a Pro?

Whether you’re running a boutique, managing a warehouse, or setting up for a market — we’ve got your tagging needs sorted.

👉 Browse our full tagging tools and accessories collection here or get in touch for expert advice.