I initially bought the Milwaukee 2522-20 thinking it'd be a niche tool, but boy was I wrong. This little beast has become my go-to for precision cuts in tight spaces where my bulky grinder just can't fit. The reversible blade is a game-changer—no more spark showers in my face!

The brushless motor packs surprising punch for a 12V tool, though it does demand patience. Trying to rush through thick metal? It'll protest. But with a 6.0Ah battery (trust me, upgrade from the standard one), it chews through sign flanges and meter locks like butter, leaving clean edges that rarely need grinding.

What shocked me most? Its versatility. From slicing zip ties to notching concrete, it's replaced half my toolbox. The ergonomic grip makes one-handed operation a breeze during overhead work. Just be ready to swap batteries frequently—this hungry tool trades compact size for runtime.

For electricians or metalworkers constantly wrestling with tight spots, this is worth every penny. It's not a full-size grinder replacement, but for what it does? Pure magic.