Milwaukee M18 FUEL Jig Saw 2737B-20 Review
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Update - this saw is $199.00 Bare Tool. There is no kitted option
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Jig Saw 2737B-20 Review
Specifications
Length 11.7”
Width 3.2”
Height 7.3”
Weight 4.9 lbs.
Features
Brushless motor
4 position orbital cutting
6 speed settings 0-3500 strokes per minute and an auto-control start feature that starts slow and ramps to full speed when the electronics detect that the blade is in material
Ambidextrous switches on the left and right side of tool
Stroke Length 1” 1
On/Off Cut Line Blower
LED light illuminates the cut line
No-Mar shoe plate cover
Accepts T-shank jig saw blades
Includes dust cover and dust extraction tube
Hex key, on-board storage
Positive stops at 0°, 15°, 30° and 45°
Rob you present the best tool reviews of all the reviewers. Honest, real world, the good and the bad and the way to improve it. Nice job as always. Now I have to go buy another tool.
I'm a Makita guy but this makes me want some Milwaukee stuff.
Rob I’ve got to agree with you on that blade insert mechanism. I own the M18 Fuel d handle version and it takes particular effort to get that blade all the way in and square. It bothers me every time I use it. Otherwise it’s a great saw. Thanks for the review, you guys hit it hard today with two big videos.
82 Camino thanks it’s been weeks of work- videos were done Friday night, I spent the day working on the video edits and publish
That’s what’s up! We appreciate the effort.
Mine hasnt worked for quite some.time
Rob is the man. Love how Indepth you go into your head to head and reviews
Best tool reviews bar none. Thanks for all your time and effort 👐
Leobreakfast thx
Great review. I've been using this exact saw for a couple months now, and I've noticed a fair amount of deflection with the blade (at least compared to my awesome 15+ year old Bosch 1591). I also thought that by 2019, all jigsaws would have a tool-free shoe bevel adjustment; but this saw still uses an allen key (albeit, it is supplied and stores nearly on the shoe).
KEVINFERN0 look at the bright side, it won’t loosen over time due to vibration
Always been a fan of barrel jig-saws they are easily controlled with one hand. Also enjoy a D handle grip it’s totally different and has it’s st of applications. Barrel grips are great for scroll cutting and I’ve done loads of that. Like this is brushless and a good looking tool, though I own 3 different BOSCH jig-saws and doubt they will even wear out.
Can't believe I had to go to a UA-cam video to figure out how to turn on a jigsaw!
I might be joining you in the never used a barrel grip jigsaw camp. Looks pretty sweet and the m12 I have is pretty weak sauce. Nice post guys.
It also depends on what blade you use (and how sharp it is).
I bought the older one for about 100$ on ebay, I don't need an expensive jigsaw, flooring guy so I just use it to cut curves and door jamb notches periodically, does the trick.
I have a Festool Carvex Barrel grip , it will be going into retirement , after I get one of these . The exception , if I need to use the Festool track system .
I'm still using the brushed version of this HD18PSD, and although it is 5 years old now it still works flawlessly, even the keyless blade change and the tool free base still do their job as new, but I do clean my gear regularly to maintain them so that maybe why they still work. P.S. I still use my HD18PD and C18ID that came together also lol they work what can I say I've seen newer tools destroy themselves in months but the older milwaukee tools just keep going if you take care of them and use them right.
Glad to hear some one own the Milwaukee HD18PD , now I'm not alone. Mine build in 2012 made in Germany.
I have the 12volt version and really like it.
I have this saw and use it all the time. Comparing it to my Bosch corded, i prefer the corded. This thing is friggin loud. Like extremely loud. I never needed ear muffs with the corded. I have to wear them with this. It also seems to be very aggressive. I have tried different speeds cutting 5/8 baltic birch and the corded is smoother with the same blades. I don't know why that is. All that being said, on the job site i use this one because of the convenience. and it is nice to use despite the noise. Its heavy with the battery, however it seems balanced and it plunge cuts very well.
Hey tyler, did u got the same issue with the blade position? I want to buy one of this Jigsaw, how is it going your experience?
Just got this jigsaw about 2 weeks ago and have used it probably half of those days and have had no issues with the blade holding mechanism nor with putting new blades in. I tried at least a dozen times switching blades and it's ejected the blade on its own everytime and was able to insert a different blade properly everytime also.
Just wanted to let others know. Don't know if that means I got lucky or if the problem is fixed.
Btw love the saw and have had no issues or complaints about it.
If you don't get the blade seated all the way in it can turn sideways on you. When mine was brand new it was a little bit stiff, and this happened a couple of times. I check every time to make sure the blade is seated properly and it's always straight.
I learned a lot from this as I always do with all of your videos. Thanks!
Sounds like an honest review thanks for the info
Thanks for the review!! Excellent as always. I think this saw is going to find a home in my toolbox as well!!
I have this saw, I find it unbalanced , the battery should be oriented the other way vertically or on a 45 degree angle. The saw is not comfortable to hold next to the switch I find I do the cut then I have to re adjust my hand once I've finished the cut to switch it off when using it one handed.
I find the speed controller wheel very cheap and i think in time it will move on its own. I noticed the issue with the blade change being just a bit hit and miss.
That plastic clip that covers the light is stupid it should've had a switch I totally agree.
For the price I feel like the tool should be tooless adjustment on the bevel, it's one of the most expensive jigsaws.
One other small niggle is that on one side of the saw you can feel something moving under the rubber when it's running not sure if that will be an issue later!
One thing I've noticed with Milwaukee is that the first gen tool they release always has big issues that don't get sorted till later
I’ve always been a barrel grip fan , a D feels strange !
I have been wanting a cordless jigsaw and this looks like the perfect unit. One thing that bothers me is the poor dust collection. I see that you are using a vacuum but I see dust flying everywhere.
Ken Bode the dust collection is excellent., don’t be fooled by the clips I used, some of them may have had the blower on, while using a dust vac
Thanks for the update
Got it for my self recently and I don't really like it so now looking for a D handle one and thinking to get a Dewalt one because of the handle, it's mere comfortable that Milwaukee.
nope, Mine also has a blade alignment issue. I thought it was because i didn't seat the blade right but this makes me thing otherwise.
James Moore yeah my other version Fuel jigsaw gives me the same fuss.
Hello Rob. I have exactly the same jigsaw. And I agree with all con’s and pros. You start to show that clear plastic, I start to remember that it is not easy to fit it and you say it. That amazing.
Might if you have a video or might as idea can you tell for which task you should better use classic jigsaw with top handle, and when it is better to use this mushroom type jigsaw;) as for me top handle can be handy in more situations, than mushroom type.
I am on the fence with this saw , I need to replace my antique corded dewalt that is about ready to give up the ghost. I am a diehard Milwaukee guy however I’ve had some bad luck as of late with a few Milwaukee brushless tools. Come on Milwaukee , get it together
Donny Sanner I don’t know what Milwaukee tools you use but I have yet to encounter any issues with Milwaukee tools. I have both fuel and cheap brushed ones as well. Very durable tools and amazing power/quality.
I’ve had m18 fuel one key hammer drill go back twice and it’s on it’s way back to service center Tuesday for another problem. I’ve had a m18 brushed angle grinder burn completely up while scoring concrete. M18 fuel sawzall just up and quit working....replaced my manufacturer. 18v job site fan won’t work a/c mode......m18 fuel brad nailer had to go back for repair, these problems occurred during 2018.
@Donny Sanner. I am a professional contractor and I run all Milwaukee m18 fuel and m12 fuel and so far no problems at all. Totally love them. Work just the way they are supposed to every time!
Don’t get it wrong brother , I love my Milwaukee tools..... I am just stating a fact of what has happened in the last twelve months or so.
I had the same problem with the blade alignment and the issue is not related to the blades, it is the unit itself. I tried two of the same jigsaw and they both had the same exact problem; you can not get the blade into the saw receiver staying straight!
Bare tool for $200!?!? My goodness. Good review Rob, naturally. Could you test some more of kobalts 24v tools?
Looking around on acmetools, 200 doesn’t seem to outrageous. The Dewalt version coming out is $210. Still $30 more than the d handle Dewalt version
P0tat07 yes $199
oh boy oh boy o
2 Concord Carpenter vids in 1 day?? :D
Great review Rob. Want to get this tool.
thank you for the video .. but please what is the vacuum for when the small paices or wood rest is still exist in the video ??
I don't want the machine to dictate the speed of the blade... i want a variable trigger on the jigsaw.... Makita did the same thing with their brushless jig... i took it back and replaced with the old brushed one. In my opinion this is a step back in technology, a pointless invention.
All barrel jigsaws are this way.
@@jamesbailand4311 The M12 barrel jigsaw has a variable speed trigger.
i have the same blade alignment issue with the ' d ' handle version of this jig saw .
Never used a barrel grip jigsaw I'm gonna wait for dewalts barrel grip to come out, I have a lot of dewalt batteries only have 2 Milwaukee batteries that I use for my blower and weed wacker
So which cordless jigsaw do you like best? The Dewalt you reviewed a few month back or this one?
Looks like it's time to do a cordless jigsaw head to head!
Chuehue Yang yes
Would really like to see all the brushless jigsaws go head to head.
My older brushed m18 jigsaw has the same issue when inserting the blade. I think i fixed this issue with non inserting the blade all the way in. It still holds in place
Same problem with mine.
How did you realign the blade when you noticed the misalignment? Nice review. Thanks
Take out and reset it.... its only misaligned if you put it in quick and dont pay attention
You should review this vs the Mafell P1CC
Can this use to cut metal?
Looks like a beast, love it
You guys are on point I want one
Great review
That is chucking out the debris
Hi, what blades would you recommend to use in a jigsaw? I tried Bosch, but I could never get a square cut no matter what I tried. The blades are somewhat bendy, so maybe I'm using the wrong blades. I even exchanged my jigsaw to see if that was the issue. Thanks.
Is the Milwaukee base plate the same length and size as the Dewalt Barrel?
Hi Rob, quick question. Does this type of cordless jigsaw compare to a nice corded jigsaw? Example Bosch js572 vs this Milwaukee
We did A head-to-head test on D handle as well as barrel grip jigsaws you should check it out
how is it compared to Festools jigsaw?
Decent - Festool is really nice
I wanna see it vs the Hilti one, I have the Hilti and it's god like
Wait till you review the hiltis, there on another level
Aidan 91 hi do you have any experience with them ? I have a mafell corded and I saw the hilti recently and thought it just looked like a cordless mafell especially the dust extraction
John Carne I have the D handle Hilti yes. It’s incredible. Best jigsaw I’ve used! On another level
Have you used the mafell ?
John Carne I haven’t no, I hear it’s good stuff but the price tags are just a joke!! Ridiculous price
Yes
Hey does anyone know if Milwaukee sells an M18 brushed jig saw? Sometimes I cheap out and buy the brushed version (previous generations) but I can't seem to find a brushed jig saw.
May the m12 is brushed cordless
How well does it work on metal like steel and stainless steel sheet metal
Jake Power don’t know
Will a Collin cope foot fit this
Joseph Alsheimer I think so
I've had problems numerous times with Milwaukee 18V tools and will not buy any more of their stuff. The Bosch tools I have are still good. Don't buy the Milwaukee 18V hammer drill with quitting in less than a year and the chuck tightening ring slips-it won't tighten or release a drill bit. The electric brake has quit on the drill; it keeps spinning. I want tools that offer a reliable performance for all the offering from a single company and Milwaukee is a joke.
I got one this tool
And got the same issue with the blade alignment? Thanks by responding
Are you actively trying not to say "Jig Sawr"?
I miss that loll
A Chris of all trades accent
Sorry but for me at least, this review feels too much like slick "influencer-style" - not to say that's the case, just giving feedback of my reaction. Sometimes i think a review has that feel to it even if there's some negative points in there, too.