New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- Lowe's is bracing for a heavy turnout on Black Friday. The retailer lined up an in-store giveaway that started the moment doors opened on 28 November, and the promise of a free "Black Friday Bucket" - plus a shot at a $2,000 appliance - is already circulating through deal forums.

Lowe's opened at 6 AM on Black Friday, though the chain has flagged that a few stores may shift their timings slightly. Only the first 50 people qualify at each participating location.

The offer is tied to MyLowe's Rewards, meaning shoppers will need either a scannable digital ID on the Lowe's app or verification through the phone number linked to their rewards profile.

The free bucket comes in the standard Lowe's blue, the same one used ...