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I've had the Makita out a couple times now w/ Ice Master adaptor; punched as many holes as I could use through 10" ice w/ another foot & 1/2 of snow & slush on top! (Massachusetts) Had to feather trigger & lift up slightly to avoid catching bottom of hole. The torque will break your arms if you're careless with this drill. Highly recommended...(Image removed from quote.)
wanted to bump this thread up. I am looking into purchasing this XPH07Z drill to use for just ice fishing.I know people are happy with the Milwaukee setups, but I already own several Makita tools so was looking to buy just the drill separately and utilize my existing batteries and maybe purchase an additional battery or 2.How has this drill held up for you for those that have used it for ice fishing?I own both the Milwaukee and the Makita drill. The Makita drill is a better set up in my opinion because the side handle is attached in a better way and much longer. Absolutely no need for a clam plate with the Mikita drill. The only reason I leave the Mikita at home for ice fishing is because I use Milwaukee batteries on other equipment well on the lake such as flashlight radios etc.