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expiredMr.Remarkable posted Jun 12, 2024 11:27 PM

Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Li-Ion Brushless 5-3/8" Cordless Circular Saw (Tool-Only)

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$99

$159

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Home Depot has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Brushless 5-3/8" Cordless Circular Saw (Tool-Only, 2521-20) on sale for $99 (add to cart to see price) when you select store pickup where available.

Note: Discount is applied in the cart only when store pickup is selected.

Thanks to Community Member Mr.Remarkable for finding this deal.

Features:
  • POWERSTATE brushless motor: purpose built brushless motor provide the power and torque needed for cutting applications
  • REDLINK PLUS intelligence provides optimized performance and overload protection using total system communication between tool, battery and charger
  • Compatible with all M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs
  • LED light to illuminate cut line in low light
  • Adjustable storage hook to hang and store saw when not in use
  • Vac adapter to minimize mess and reduce cleanup time
  • Blade break to stop blade quickly once trigger is released
  • Part of the M12 system, featuring over 125 plus tools
  • Includes: (1) M12 FUEL 5-3/8 in. circular saw, (1) blade, (1) blade wrench

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Brushless 5-3/8" Cordless Circular Saw (Tool-Only, 2521-20) is priced $60 lower (37.7% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $159 at the time of this post.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • This has a 4.8 out of 5 star overall rating based on 6 reviews.
  • About this Store:
    • The Home Depot's return policy is here. -Corwin

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Written by Mr.Remarkable
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Home Depot has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Brushless 5-3/8" Cordless Circular Saw (Tool-Only, 2521-20) on sale for $99 (add to cart to see price) when you select store pickup where available.

Note: Discount is applied in the cart only when store pickup is selected.

Thanks to Community Member Mr.Remarkable for finding this deal.

Features:
  • POWERSTATE brushless motor: purpose built brushless motor provide the power and torque needed for cutting applications
  • REDLINK PLUS intelligence provides optimized performance and overload protection using total system communication between tool, battery and charger
  • Compatible with all M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs
  • LED light to illuminate cut line in low light
  • Adjustable storage hook to hang and store saw when not in use
  • Vac adapter to minimize mess and reduce cleanup time
  • Blade break to stop blade quickly once trigger is released
  • Part of the M12 system, featuring over 125 plus tools
  • Includes: (1) M12 FUEL 5-3/8 in. circular saw, (1) blade, (1) blade wrench

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Brushless 5-3/8" Cordless Circular Saw (Tool-Only, 2521-20) is priced $60 lower (37.7% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $159 at the time of this post.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • This has a 4.8 out of 5 star overall rating based on 6 reviews.
  • About this Store:
    • The Home Depot's return policy is here. -Corwin

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Grogan14
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I am a full-time contractor. Not particularly concerned .
cvicarious
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TLDR: set store to location with new model in stock for pickup.

I have just picked up mine today.
Since no one has posted, this is what seems to be going on.

New model m12 circular saw was released, in order to clear out old inventory, the old saw has a sale (very common)

To keep things simple, they won't keep 2 product pages up soo they linked the new saw to the point to the current saws page which isn't best but there it is, this should change when stores get the new model saw in stock. So if you're store hasn't gotten the updated model, it won't be an easy time getting the new one for old price. So solution: go pick up at store which already has the new saw before this gets fixed.

OLD MODEL: 2530-20
NEW MODEL; 2521-20

Easiest way to visually eyeball it is probably the new one has a black guard instead of grey.
Mr.Remarkable
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Smaller, lighter, higher rpm, vac port.

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Jun 13, 2024 03:01 AM
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Quote from BodkinBoi :
Thanks for letting us know
Lol 😂 you guys misunderstood. I was actually offering to give it to one of you to use.
Jun 13, 2024 03:15 AM
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NeatDime8153Jun 13, 2024 03:15 AM
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I'm not sure I understand the concept for making this M12???? I have the M18 versions, including the rear handle, so this doesn't really make sense to me.
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musekmkr2Jun 13, 2024 03:34 AM
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Quote from NeatDime8153 :
I'm not sure I understand the concept for making this M12???? I have the M18 versions, including the rear handle, so this doesn't really make sense to me.
Smaller and lighter? More portable? Some people only see a need for m12? It's not going to give you the same results as an m18 but good enough for casual use. I have an m18 too but it's kind of a beast and overkill for me in some cases.
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stasisJun 13, 2024 05:31 AM
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Quote from musekmkr2 :
Smaller and lighter? More portable? Some people only see a need for m12? It's not going to give you the same results as an m18 but good enough for casual use. I have an m18 too but it's kind of a beast and overkill for me in some cases.
can it still cut 2x lumber when bevel is set to 45deg?
Jun 13, 2024 05:34 AM
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ddimple246Jun 13, 2024 05:34 AM
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Quote from Spdracr :
Lol 😂 you guys misunderstood. I was actually offering to give it to one of you to use.
Would be very grateful!
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Jun 13, 2024 07:41 AM
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cvicariousJun 13, 2024 07:41 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank cvicarious

TLDR: set store to location with new model in stock for pickup.

I have just picked up mine today.
Since no one has posted, this is what seems to be going on.

New model m12 circular saw was released, in order to clear out old inventory, the old saw has a sale (very common)

To keep things simple, they won't keep 2 product pages up soo they linked the new saw to the point to the current saws page which isn't best but there it is, this should change when stores get the new model saw in stock. So if you're store hasn't gotten the updated model, it won't be an easy time getting the new one for old price. So solution: go pick up at store which already has the new saw before this gets fixed.

OLD MODEL: 2530-20
NEW MODEL; 2521-20

Easiest way to visually eyeball it is probably the new one has a black guard instead of grey.
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kdiggzJun 13, 2024 11:07 AM
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Quote from NeatDime8153 :
I'm not sure I understand the concept for making this M12???? I have the M18 versions, including the rear handle, so this doesn't really make sense to me.
Why make any of the M12 tools? Tell Milwaukee you already have M18 and they will probably cancel the entire line
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KavoomJun 13, 2024 12:26 PM
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Quote from ElCheapo88 :
Is this better than the Dewalt 4-1/2"? I have both batteries.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWAL.../308961100
I have the DeWalt one you linked. It is a different beast entirely whereas this is a circular saw. To be honest I'm tempted by this simply because of the price. I primarily use M12 in relation to my RV. The tools are consistently smaller to use and space is always at a premium in an RV. I also use them in small places (Think inside cabinets) and go with the brushed versions which tend to be even smaller.

But, I practically worship that DeWalt saw. I honestly have seldom used my old circ saws after buying that thing on sale like three years ago. It is so handy and easy to use and will do the majority of things a regular circ saw will do and some they won't because of its size. Using a circ saw involves more "steps" when using where as the DeWalt saw is like an extension of your hand...

Everyone on the DeWalt Platform should have that 4.5 inch DeWalt.
Last edited by Kavoom June 13, 2024 at 05:29 AM.
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mxn36Jun 13, 2024 12:43 PM
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My pick-up order just got cancelled.
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ReturnToSenderJun 13, 2024 12:59 PM
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Quote from cvicarious :
TLDR: set store to location with new model in stock for pickup.

I have just picked up mine today.
Since no one has posted, this is what seems to be going on.

New model m12 circular saw was released, in order to clear out old inventory, the old saw has a sale (very common)

To keep things simple, they won't keep 2 product pages up soo they linked the new saw to the point to the current saws page which isn't best but there it is, this should change when stores get the new model saw in stock. So if you're store hasn't gotten the updated model, it won't be an easy time getting the new one for old price. So solution: go pick up at store which already has the new saw before this gets fixed.

OLD MODEL: 2530-20
NEW MODEL; 2521-20

Easiest way to visually eyeball it is probably the new one has a black guard instead of grey.
How do you know which location has the new one for in store pickup ?
Jun 13, 2024 01:45 PM
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Sifka4Jun 13, 2024 01:45 PM
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In for one, no cancelation yet.
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Jun 13, 2024 01:49 PM
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agarcia102207Jun 13, 2024 01:49 PM
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In for one, just got pick up ready email.
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Mr.Remarkable
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Jun 13, 2024 02:09 PM
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Quote from ReturnToSender :
How do you know which location has the new one for in store pickup ?
Search on HD for 2521-20. Look at the locations that show it in stock. Go to that store check out the tools section.

If the old model is on the floor check the upper bays within 2-3 aisles of the tool section.

Or show CS that you need help finding that part number.

With the number of cancellations happening, I'd recommend skipping store pickup and going there to get it in person.
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jasesun23Jun 13, 2024 02:10 PM
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Workshop Addict just put up the 1st review done on this saw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUVsUMSUD4o

I have old model and it work okay for what I needed around the house. Had to baby cuts a little, take my time, not push it.

This model looks like it has much more torque, he look like he pushed it and its still cut though stuff. Def an upgrade to Gen 1. Looking forward to some comparison videos .

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Jun 13, 2024 02:12 PM
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jasesun23Jun 13, 2024 02:12 PM
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Quote from stasis :
can it still cut 2x lumber when bevel is set to 45deg?
No. Just short at a 45% cut. Linked a video review from Workshop Addict in another post.

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