Milwaukee M18 FUEL SAWZALL 2821-20 Review (Gen 2 BEAST!)

Milwaukee M18 FUEL SAWZALL 2821-20 IN ACTION (Gen 2 BEAST!)
This is a review and demonstration of the Milwaukee M18 SAWZALL I got from The Home Depot. This tool is a beast! When compared to my other sawzalls (Milwaukee vs. DeWalt), this tool outperforms. Using the M18 XC5.0 Ah batteries included in the kit (model 2821-22), the saw is great; however, using high output batteries like the XC6.0 Ah and HD12.0Ah batteries, maximizes power and run time. This is a great Milwaukee tool with more pros than cons. #milwaukeetool
POINTS IN THE VIDEO
0:00 Model Numbers
0:25 Features and Specs - trigger lock, variable speed trigger, adjustable pivot shoe, Quik Lock blade clamp, rafter hook, weight, more specs.
2:50 Blades and Shank
3:02 What's Missing?... Plunge Cut Demo... Blade Positions... One Key
3:25 Run Time and Power - XC5.0Ah vs. High Output Batteries
3:50 The Included Charger
4:05 The Case - Is it necessary? What does it hold? Will it hold blades?
5:25 TOOL IN ACTION - Pressure Treated 2x4s - XC5.0Ah vs. HD12.0Ah High Output Battery
5:51 5x5 Cedar Fence Post - XC5.0Ah
6:10 5x5 Cedar Fence Post - XC5.0Ah (Brushless) vs. DeWalt XR5.0Ah (Brushed)
6:47 5x5 Cedar Fence Post - XC5.0Ah vs. XC6.0Ah High Output Battery
7:08 Pressure Treated 4x6s - XC5.0Ah vs. XC6.0Ah High Output Battery
7:33 Pine Tongue & Groove - XC5.0Ah vs. DeWalt (Brushed)
8:41 1½" PVC Pipe - XC5.0Ah
8:55 ¾" EMT Conduit - XC5.0Ah
9:04 1¼" Steel Pipe (1.625" diameter) - XC5.0Ah
9:28 1¼" Steel Pipe (1.625" diameter) - XC5.0Ah vs. XC6.0Ah High Output Battery
9:54 The Warranty
10:00 The Wrap Up Summary
Items appearing in this video:
Milwaukee M18 FUEL GEN-2 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw (Tool-Only): 2821-20
Milwaukee Reciprocating Saw Kits with cases and batteries: 2821-21, 2821-22
Similar models and kits: 2720-20 (gen 1), 2720-21, 2720-22, 2621-20 (Brushed motor)
Blades: Milwaukee Bi-Metal blade sets 49-22-1110 (10-piece), 49-22-1113, 49-22-1110U (20 piece)
Diablo Bi-Metal blade sets DS006SPC2 and DS006S (6 piece), DS0020SPC2 (20 piece), DS0014SPC2 (14 piece)
***Always refer to the manufacturer's website or consult the manufacturer for exact product specifications.

[@gimmesomeskinmusic5403]

LOL. I love that Milwaukee thought it was important to point out it's half a pound less than 2720-20. Nice video!

[@BruceAlanR]

Thanks for commenting. My guess is Milwaukee needed to fill space on the packaging. They could have just made the logo bigger. 😆👍 I love this tool!

[@superevilnine9]

Gonna get one of these, waiting for Father's day to see who has the best sales, thx!

[@BruceAlanR]

What an awesome Father’s Day gift! Glad the video was helpful.

[@billyrich6537]

Love this tool. Expensive though. I was going to get the SuperSawzall, but the oscillating blade and multiple blade positions weren't necessary for me. The Super Is also heavier... maybe Milwaukee is charging by the pound. :)

[@BruceAlanR]

I always try to buy tools on sale. I picked up a bunch of stuff over the holidays because the deals were too good to pass up. I looked at the Super Sawzall as well. I would have liked the multiple blade positions added to this model, but it still rocks. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@WeldingForJesus]

I too was going back and forth if I was going to get the super or this one. I went with the super since I have the fuel hackzall for light applications. The SS is on backlog though so I'm a bit nervous if I made the right choice. 😬

[@BruceAlanR]

Your strategy makes sense. If I had the smaller hackzall for lighter work I would have gone for the Super too.

[@aoscustoms2999]

Had me sold on variable trigger speed lol

[@BruceAlanR]

Ha! I love this recip saw for demo. I’ve taken down an entire kitchen with it.

[@Popajaja]

My Milwauckee M18 CSX only works for a second or two and shuts itself off. After that, the LED turns on and off 6 times with small pauses? Also, when I press the switch sometimes the diode just lights up 4 times with a short pause and the saw doesn't work?
What does it mean when the diode turns on and off 6 times and 4 times?

[@BruceAlanR]

Not sure what the blinking lights are. I’m sure you’ve already tried messing with the lock off switch, tried different batteries, cleaned battery contacts, checked for jams. If so, most likely an electrical or mechanical issue. Could be the break/clutch won’t disengage (unless something is jammed) or battery isn’t speaking to electronics. I don’t believe it has One-Key so it’s not locked out.

[@Popajaja]

@@BruceAlanR I've tried with different Milwaukee M18 batteries (4, 5 and 12Ah), it's always the same result (every time I press the switch, the machine runs for a short time and stops). It seems to me that some feedback signal from the sensor is missing? I also checked the electrical contacts for possible oxidation or dirt. An excellent, high-quality machine that I found in the trash. I hope that I will be able to fix it because the mechanics and the housing are in very good condition. There is no rush, I just need time and patience and good advice from someone who knows the electronics of that machine.
Greetings from Switzerland.

[@tony37068]

Yeah, I got my 2821 yesterday. Held it in my hands, and I was like- Gee, this thing is heck of heavy, I would be tired quickly if work with it often.

[@BruceAlanR]

It cuts like a knife through butter, but it does get heavy. 😃

[@CastleBrookKrew]

It's in your hands less because it's way faster

[@BruceAlanR]

Well said!

[@stopwar2712]

Dewalt 380? Or 381?

[@BruceAlanR]

It's the 381 (DCS381) that came with a combo kit. While the combo kits are a good value, the quality of the tools isn't as good as when you buy the standalone tools. The Milwaukee has made me realize how much of a dog the 381 is.

[@LeslieDugger]

The sound fx are ludicrous… but I still like it

[@BruceAlanR]

Ha! Thanks for the feedback. Some folks love the sound fx, while others loathe them. It’s a fine line, which I haven’t mastered yet.

[@josecortez5213]

The rapid charger kills the battery longevity.

[@BruceAlanR]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I have that same feeling and I imagine the supercharger is equally as hard on batteries… heat is not a battery’s friend. Depending on what I’m working on, I tend to load my regular chargers first and use the rapid and super if I’m getting low on batteries.

[@m.n.2523]

I like this saw. But the noises in the background of this video are sh.....

[@BruceAlanR]

Fair enough! Thanks for the feedback!

[@Ohmz2000]

Sound effects 👎🏼

[@BruceAlanR]

Thanks for the feedback!