The Milwaukee 2737-20 M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw is a cordless jig saw built for clean, controlled curved and straight cuts in wood, hardwood, laminated sheet goods, and metal. This is a jig saw designed for precision cutting across finish work, remodeling, cabinet work, and general jobsite use. Model Number: 2737-20. If you already run Milwaukee's M18 platform and want a bare tool with real blade speed, this is the one aimed at daily work, not occasional shelf-duty.

What makes this saw matter on the job is the combination of speed and control. Milwaukee rates it at up to 3,500 strokes per minute, which is why it can keep moving through harder materials while still helping reduce chipping and bucking. The variable speed two-finger trigger gives you better feel at the start of the cut, especially when you're following a line in finished plywood, laminate, or trim stock where wandering ruins the piece fast.

The 4-position orbital cutting setup gives this cordless jig saw a wider working range than a one-mode saw. Dial it down when you need a cleaner edge and more control. Turn it up when the priority is moving through material faster. That matters if your day includes both finished interior cuts and rougher layout work. Milwaukee also built in a toolless shoe bevel with positive stops at 0, 15, 30, and 45 degrees, so switching to bevel cuts is quick and repeatable instead of turning into a setup project.

Milwaukee's FUEL platform pieces are here for a reason, not just branding. The POWERSTATE brushless motor is there to maintain blade speed under load, and REDLINK PLUS Intelligence handles system communication between the tool, battery, and charger for optimized performance and overload protection. In plain terms, that means the saw is built to keep working hard without feeling like the electronics are an afterthought. If you already use M18 batteries on site, the platform fit is straightforward and practical.

For visibility and cut quality, Milwaukee includes a few details that actually help. The built-in LED light brightens the cut line in darker corners, inside cabinets, and remodel spaces where overhead lighting is never where you need it. The on/off cut line blower helps keep debris out of your line of sight, and the fact that you can turn it off matters when you're using dust extraction. Milwaukee also includes a dust cover, dust collection tube, anti-splinter guard, and shoe guard, which makes this saw more ready for cleaner work and finished surfaces right out of the box.

In terms of capacity, this saw is set up for serious general-purpose use. It accepts T-shank jig saw blades, which gives you broad blade availability for wood cutting, metal cutting, scrolling, and finish work. Published cutting capacity is up to 5.5 inches in wood and 0.38 inch in metal, with a 1 inch stroke length. That is the kind of range that covers most punch-list work, cabinet modifications, sink cutouts, trim fitting, and curved cuts in common jobsite materials.

The bare-tool format is a plus if you're already invested in Milwaukee cordless tools. This saw is part of the M18 System, so it works with all M18 batteries and sits inside a much bigger platform of compatible tools. If you are not already on M18, just know this is sold without a battery or charger. For current Milwaukee users, though, that is usually the smarter buy.

Who should buy it? Carpenters, remodelers, cabinet installers, punch-out crews, serious DIY users, and anyone who needs a cordless jig saw that can do both clean finish work and faster rougher cuts with the same tool. If you mainly make occasional rough cuts, a cheaper saw may get by. If you want a compact, brushless jig saw with real speed, bevel flexibility, and M18 battery compatibility, this one earns its keep.

Milwaukee 2737-20 M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw for Real Jobsite Use

This is a fast, well-sorted cordless jig saw that makes sense for users who need one tool to handle clean finish cuts, bevel work, and tougher material without feeling underpowered.

• Who it's for: Best for carpenters, remodelers, cabinet installers, and serious DIY users already on the Milwaukee M18 platform.
• Why it stands out: The combination of 3,500 SPM speed, 4 orbital settings, tool-free bevel changes, and solid cut-line visibility features makes it more useful than a basic cordless jig saw.
• Worth knowing: This is a bare tool, so no battery or charger is included. If you already own M18 packs, that is a benefit. If you do not, factor that into the buy.

• Does this jig saw include a battery or charger? No. The Milwaukee 2737-20 is sold as a bare tool, so the battery and charger are sold separately.
• What blade type does it use? It accepts T-shank jig saw blades.
• Can the shoe bevel for angled cuts? Yes. The shoe adjusts tool-free with positive stops at 0, 15, 30, and 45 degrees.
• What battery platform does it use? It is part of the Milwaukee M18 system and works with all M18 batteries.