Milwaukee HATCHET 8-inch review
Milwaukee M18 FUEL HATCHET 8-inch Pruning Saw Kit with 6Ah Battery (3004-21P)
By Tom Calder
A one-hand-size 8-inch pruning saw for limbs; Milwaukee states a 7.5-inch cut capacity and an automatic oiler. It is a pruning saw, not a felling saw.
- Best for
- Limbs and small trees up to 7.5 in
- Skip it if
- You need to cut trunks thicker than 7 inches
as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · Details
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Researched, not used. We haven't used this product. This review is built from the maker's specifications, owner reports and our own sizing.
What we like
- Under 5 lb without battery (maker)
- Automatic oiler (maker)
- 6Ah battery and charger in the kit
Worth knowing
- 7.5-inch cut capacity
- No chain brake stated on the page
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Who shouldn't buy this
Don't buy it if you need to cut trunks thicker than 7 inches.
Key specs
| Power | M18 battery (18V) |
| Bar | 8 in |
| Weight (maker) | Under 5 lb without battery (maker) |
| In the box | 6Ah battery + charger included |
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If this isn’t the one
Best for Small limbs and light yard cleanup
as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · Details
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Best for Storm cleanup with a stated brake
as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · Details
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Best for Larger limbs and storm-felled trees