Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Brushless 4-1/2" / 5" Variable Speed Grinder (2888-20)

Current Market Analysis

The current price of $139 is exceptional for the 2888-20 model, which typically retails for $219 at major authorized dealers like Home Depot or Acme Tools. Even during aggressive sales, this tool usually bottoms out around $159-$179. A direct price of $139 without needing to 'hack' a battery bundle is a top-tier current market value.

Historical Rarity & Context

Historically, Milwaukee FUEL tools at this price point are rare. While some older non-fuel or fixed-speed models drop lower, the variable speed FUEL version is a premium SKU. This matches the lowest recorded prices for this specific tool-only model over the last several years, typically only seen during flash sales or extreme clearance events.