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Title: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 16, 2019, 09:52 AM: I now have 2 Titanium augers.

I have not used them because my dad died and I have been tied up with family issues instead of fishing lake trout as planned.

I hope to use them in a couple of weeks.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS:
1. Very light
2. Triple bladed head is cool
3. Will cut 6 feet of ice
4. easy to deploy
5. unique and strong hinge
6. Drill attachment

Packed in case:

(https://i.postimg.cc/LgBsTrfM/IMG-3840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LgBsTrfM)

Unpacked:

(https://i.postimg.cc/QHYFyZwX/IMG-3841.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHYFyZwX)

Triple Bladed Head:

(https://i.postimg.cc/3dL72Pxm/IMG-3849.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dL72Pxm)

Unique hinge:

(https://i.postimg.cc/KKSv6GNy/IMG-3843.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KKSv6GNy)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4zkT101/IMG-3845.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4zkT101)

6 feet of ice:

(https://i.postimg.cc/jD6GjRTT/IMG-3846.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jD6GjRTT)

Drill attachment:

(https://i.postimg.cc/qgyfFsFg/IMG-3847.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qgyfFsFg)
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Peccavi18 on Feb 16, 2019, 09:55 AM: Very cool, Whats the total length of them? How much do they weigh? Are they homemade or where did you find, get them from?
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 16, 2019, 10:01 AM: This one (the 6 foot of ice long shaft extension) weighs around 5 pounds. If you sent with the drill option and left the handle it would come in around 3 pounds.

Not handmade, got it in Russia. There is a model without the extension that would do 3 foot of ice and weigh a couple pounds less.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 16, 2019, 10:04 AM: I am thinking I could sell them to the new wave of investment bankers heading up from New York City to ice fish.

I would make them a "Special Price" of $1,500 each and $100 for 3 spare blades. ;D

Target Customer Link:
https://nypost.com/2019/02/15/ice-fishing-is-the-zen-hobby-you-didnt-know-you-needed/ (https://nypost.com/2019/02/15/ice-fishing-is-the-zen-hobby-you-didnt-know-you-needed/)
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: lefty2053 on Feb 16, 2019, 10:23 AM: how about a picture of the 3 blades?
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 16, 2019, 11:13 AM: I haven't mounted them yet.

(https://i.postimg.cc/cvT9bSn4/IMG-3848.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cvT9bSn4)

(https://i.postimg.cc/3dL72Pxm/IMG-3849.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dL72Pxm)
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: SirCranksalot on Feb 16, 2019, 11:17 AM: where the heck did you find those??
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 16, 2019, 11:19 AM: After reading and reading and reading various posts on auger wars, I developed a bad case of auger-envy and set off on a quest...
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: lefty2053 on Feb 16, 2019, 11:23 AM: Thanks for the pictures. I see it is a Toner. Must be a new one they put out. Keep us informed on as well it works.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: gofishin on Feb 16, 2019, 01:46 PM: Only problem with that on a drill, you have to run the drill in reverse. That's a counterclockwise (Jiffy) auger.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Grillking26 on Feb 16, 2019, 06:43 PM: I say in on a seminar given by Jeff Kelm and he had a titanium auger that ha passed around. Seemed awesome. He’s sponsored by Akara. If you have a chance google “Akara fishing” and check out their website. I think they import their stuff from Russia? Lots of different kinda baits/lures and things. The boots also seemed real deal
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Ice Scratcher on Feb 17, 2019, 11:39 AM: Pretty dang cool..

I've worked with titanium, it can be polished to look like chrome ..

What's the diameter?

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Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Ice Scratcher on Feb 17, 2019, 12:10 PM: Pretty sure I have the lightest 8" auger bit, I can find replacement blades at gas stations..

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Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: gola yona on Feb 17, 2019, 12:52 PM: U wanna medal or what.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: lefty2053 on Feb 17, 2019, 01:02 PM: So that is a 5" auger. How much did you have to pay for it from Russia including Shipping?
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Light liner on Feb 17, 2019, 01:21 PM: Looks pricey ill stick with my nills.
Was looking at maybe upgrading to a 8" K drill but might just go with another Nills.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: VTMatt on Feb 17, 2019, 02:42 PM: Quote from: Light liner on Feb 17, 2019, 01:21 PM
Looks pricey ill stick with my nills.
Was looking at maybe upgrading to a 8" K drill but might just go with another Nills.

I have a 6" K drill on an Octane/Clam Plate if you want to try it before you get the 8.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: stinkyfingers on Feb 17, 2019, 03:15 PM: It's always interesting to see something different. From earlier threads on these titanium augers I know that you paid an arm and a leg but you were so committed to owning one there was no talking you out of it with just a features and benefits argument. They're cool and you do indeed have something unique. However, it reminds of one of those pens that writes in zero gravity or a wristwatch that's secure at a depth of 300 meters. Personally, I'm never going to be in those situations any more than needing to drill a 5" hole in six feet of ice. May your augers give you joy.
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 17, 2019, 05:43 PM: Quote from: stinkyfingers on Feb 17, 2019, 03:15 PM
It's always interesting to see something different. From earlier threads on these titanium augers I know that you paid an arm and a leg but you were so committed to owning one there was no talking you out of it with just a features and benefits argument. They're cool and you do indeed have something unique. However, it reminds of one of those pens that writes in zero gravity or a wristwatch that's secure at a depth of 300 meters. Personally, I'm never going to be in those situations any more than needing to drill a 5" hole in six feet of ice. May your augers give you joy.

Yup, I am GUILTY.

I had a bad case of "Auger Envy" but it seems to be cured. ;D
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Philip on Feb 18, 2019, 08:47 AM: Very cool, cant wait to hear how it cuts
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: SirCranksalot on Feb 18, 2019, 12:19 PM: Quote from: Gunflint on Feb 17, 2019, 05:43 PM
Yup, I am GUILTY.

I had a bad case of "Auger Envy" but it seems to be cured. ;D

i guess the price per lb for fresh fish just took a big jump----up from the usual $50 or so!! ;D
Title: Re: I think I have the only Titanium auger in the USA.
Post by: Gunflint on Feb 18, 2019, 03:42 PM: Quote from: SirCranksalot on Feb 18, 2019, 12:19 PM
i guess the price per lb for fresh fish just took a big jump----up from the usual $50 or so!! ;D

You understand exactly.... ::)