My local HD has an "Milwaukee In Store Demo Event" upcoming. Says "Live Demos and In-store Promotions." Do they ever offer actual discounts on tools at these events? I'm jonesing for a Fuel 18V Impact Driver kit 2853-22CT and lowest I've found is $206. Curious if the Milwa rep can deal or not.
Not typically at HD, but it can happen. Usually it isn’t a discount, but depending on that reps relationship with the store, they may do it. But some employees are just as willing to give you a deal. Also, they aren’t true Milwaukee reps but work for TTI (Milwaukee/Ryobi/Ridgid), which don’t usually have as much “stuff” to give away. Usually limited to screwdrivers, saw blades, and shirts kind of stuff.
If you want a better chance, you would need to go to an independent retailer or supply house that has a true Milwaukee rep. Often though, the prices are a little higher at those places, to compensate for freebies & such, at least in my opinion.
I will say, you are unlikely to get too much out of just buying that one tool. Also, that kit you are looking for is not sold in HD stores (only 2 tool kit is), so you would run into an problem there. I would buy the 2-tool kit (2997-22) that comes with 2 free tools (buy the $149 ones), and return them, which brings the kit to ~$228. Now sell the drill or keep it.
