MyFishFinder.com Just like iceshanty but warmer
If the lake being fished is predominantly all perch a 4” auger rocks.easy to hand crank and good for punching alot of hole without fatigue.[/quote) X2
I ran a 5" for a long time, still have it for early ice or when in packing light. No problems with pulling panfish through, including jumbo perch, just have to usually pull the transducer, or drill a second hole if you're in deep enough water
FOM333 welcome to Ice Shanty. I'm in agreement with Iceassin if you catch a larger fish miht not get it through a 4.5 inch hole. In the temperatures you fish in holes will ice over quickly a 6 inch auger gives you a little more time before you have to clear the hole. Also please don't worry about bothering anyone on this website site I've found the majority of members are happy to help other ice fisherman.Have a good Holiday and ice fishing season. Steve
I would go 6". just because your fishing perch doesnt mean you wont catch something bigger. can you imagine having a nice pike looking up at you under a 4" hole. lol not even a gaff could help you. a good cordless drill and a 6" auger is a run and gun perch dream package. and welcome first poste
I fish perch most of the time with a 4.5 finbor auger.i can drill holes all day with a dewalt drill and one 6 amp hr. Battery. I usually drill two holes one for transducer and one for fishing. Welcome to the site.