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IceShanty Main => General Ice Fishing Chit Chat => Topic started by: Thorney on Sep 05, 2021, 03:43 PM
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What's the best choice (and why):
Eskimo Pistol Bit, Strikemaster Lite Flite, or K-drill. 6" hole is what I will need.
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What's the best choice (and why):
Eskimo Pistol Bit, Strikemaster Lite Flite, or K-drill. 6" hole is what I will need.
The cheapest one you can find.
I had a 7.5in k drill a few years ago. Auger was fine....but it cuts slow......I sold it for what I bought it for after 3 trips. I thought the unit would be smooth for in the wheel house......it wasn't. When I'd drill the hole....it threw ice shavings so aggressively that it threw them all over the wheel house floor....even using a drill hole bucket. Then the 7.5in áuger they call an 8in back then......was to small to use my 8in one shot skimmers to clean the holes. Was not impressed with it, but it's resale holds fairly well.
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I would get the pistol bit. It uses shaver blades that are easy to sharpen/get sharpened and cheap to replace/readily available. I believe you can use sweedish mora blades on them too. Also has a center point so it won't walk on you.
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Note unless the 2022 season model 6" Eskimo Pistol Bit gets an upgrade ..it dosent have a center point ..on glare ice it kinda required. Otherwise.
All about the blades .1).K-Drill has Chipper style great for dirty ice Slowest and uses more battery ..2)Shaver style blade or Mora type ..Pistol Bit ..HT E-Drill ..Cableas Eze ..pretty fast and can be hand sharpen with some practice ..replacement blades fairly inexpensive . 3) Lazer/curved style blades or ..Lite flight .. ..fastest but if used on dirty ice game over ..ie paper weight..replacement blades lil pricey.. I am not familar with the Razr ..but believe they have Lazer style blades .. next is weight ..metal heavier ..composite lighter . Having a center point is a great option ..most hand augers do not ..so skipping on glare ice is quite possible/dangerous . As for the Drill you will be using ..Brushless 725 in/lbs or better with 5ah battery or better..IF YOU GO WITH A UNDER POWERED UNDERTORQUED PICTURE HANGING /SHE SHED DRILL SET UP IT WILL BE AN EPIC FAIL EVENTUALLY..Buy the right drill and battery set up .
Make/Model Price
HT Enterprise E Drill.. Mora/Straight $$$
Eskimo Pistol Bit/ION.. Mora/Straight $$$$
Strikemaster Lite Flite. Lazer/Curved $$$
K Drill... Chipper $$$$
Cabelas Eze Drill..........Mora/Straight $$$
Nils.................. .......... $$$$$
Razr S $$$
Mora hand auger.... Mora/Straight $$
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Wow - that's a lot of info., Thanks! Just a little more info for you... I have a Mora auger on a clam plate. It works great! But I tried my buddies pistol bit and another ones K-drill last year. I couldn't believe the light weight, it was great! So now I'm planning on a switchover this year.
As far as drills go, I have that covered with owning several Hilti drills. These are the real contractor grade units. They rate them at 750 in/lbs I believe, but they run more torque than most other drills with higher ratings.
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I used a 8" mora on a clam plate for 2 years and it worked good but skated once in awhile and quite grabby at breakthru.switched to the ht edrill because it was priced right and its light,smooth cutting all the way thru with its center point and ring around the bottom of auger.and mora blades fit it is another bonus.its a bit taller than my mora too so i dont need my extension.
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Wow - that's a lot of info., Thanks! Just a little more info for you... I have a Mora auger on a clam plate. It works great! But I tried my buddies pistol bit and another ones K-drill last year. I couldn't believe the light weight, it was great! So now I'm planning on a switchover this year.
As far as drills go, I have that covered with owning several Hilti drills. These are the real contractor grade units. They rate them at 750 in/lbs I believe, but they run more torque than most other drills with higher ratings.
I would lean toward a Mora style/shaver bladed auger ..as you could use your current blades from your 8" Mora as back up and/or your primary set as they may be stainless steel(most other auger blades are not stainless steel). But if you go K-Drill you may be fine ...when the K-Drill first came out they were recommending the best at the time Milwaukee with 725 in/lbs of torque
If you go with the K-Drill going to need an adapter to get onto the Clam Plate.
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/k-drill-power-auger-adapter-for-conversion-kit.html
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Good call. I did not realize the 6" doesn't have a center point. Strange ???
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Just some more food for thought - the new sponsor, Nisus, has some nice looking augers with a good price point on them. They are supposed to be in stock this month. I plan to give one of those a try.
As for the current big name brands - I have to agree with agronomist, cheaper the better. At this point we're comparing ford vs chevy vs dodge (except for the pistol bit, I don't get why they haven't added the centering point). I currently run the K-drill, this will be my 4th season with it. No complaints outside of it being slower than the others and using a little more battery. I'd like either a shaver blade, or a modified shaver blade which is looks like Nisus has a few different options for. I don't fish dirty water or open old holes, which is really the only benefit of a chipper style blade.
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Good call. I did not realize the 6" doesn't have a center point. Strange ???
6" with a center point ..Mora/Shaver blades ..4.9 lbs
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B9DJ1YR/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B09B9DJ1YR&pd_rd_w=YwDCJ&pf_rd_p=887084a2-5c34-4113-a4f8-b7947847c308&pd_rd_wg=iEfdT&pf_rd_r=QWRK8QF0WSYT68XTPEZN&pd_rd_r=e11dc572-d8b4-4f81-90c2-9d5a3ebf9a3a&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVElOTjlZVURBMTJEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTIwNTEzUVlOUlVPMFFLNERFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MTIzMDcxMFhNSks5VExIVU1XJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
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6" with a center point ..Mora/Shaver blades ..4.9 lbs
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B9DJ1YR/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B09B9DJ1YR&pd_rd_w=YwDCJ&pf_rd_p=887084a2-5c34-4113-a4f8-b7947847c308&pd_rd_wg=iEfdT&pf_rd_r=QWRK8QF0WSYT68XTPEZN&pd_rd_r=e11dc572-d8b4-4f81-90c2-9d5a3ebf9a3a&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVElOTjlZVURBMTJEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTIwNTEzUVlOUlVPMFFLNERFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MTIzMDcxMFhNSks5VExIVU1XJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
Thank you! I just ordered this unit. $120 and a $15 coupon at checkout. Have to try it. Mora blades are a bonus to me since I got four spare sets from Gander Mountain going out of business a few years ago.
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Thank you! I just ordered this unit. $120 and a $15 coupon at checkout. Have to try it. Mora blades are a bonus to me since I got four spare sets from Gander Mountain going out of business a few years ago.
Thats a 6 inch auger ..you do know that
And Please make a separate post/ unboxing review if you can ..this brand is new on the market and could give ice anglers a new option/consideration ..plus do a follow up on ice review . I think you are the first to order .
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Thats a 6 inch auger ..you do know that
Yep. That's the size we use.
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Yep. That's the size we use.
And Please make a separate post/ unboxing review if you can ..this brand is new on the market and could give ice anglers a new option/consideration ..plus do a follow up on ice review . I think you are the first to order .
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And Please make a separate post/ unboxing review if you can ..this brand is new on the market and could give ice anglers a new option/consideration ..plus do a follow up on ice review . I think you are the first to order .
I'd be curious to see how you like it as well! Keep us posted!
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I'd be curious to see how you like it as well! Keep us posted!
Will do!
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Will do!
Interested as well, considering getting the 8” one. Will you be able to tell if the mora blades will fit as a replacement?
I think my only real concern is not being able to find replacement blades.
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Will do!
Thanks ..just a tip on the auger cover ..get a ball bungee ..drill a hole under the current strap placement notch ..and slip/weave the ball bungee through ..
https://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-ball-stretch-cord-set-47302.html
Very similar to this below ..
(https://i.postimg.cc/PNT8wm6V/mora.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PNT8wm6V)
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Used a 7.5” kdrill for three years, worked great but like agronomist said, it’s really rough, and it cuts slow. If I didn’t have my 9ah battery on it would catch at the bottom of the hole and stop the drill. This will be my third season with the 8” strike master liteflite. I don’t think you can go wrong with either it or the Eskimo pistol bit. My brother in law has that one and it works just as well.
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I used a 5 inch Lazer for years, and last spring went to the 6 inch pistol. Nothing cuts faster than the Lazer, but between the aggressive blades and the steel flights, it would grab to a dangerous degree on soft ice.layered slush. The Pistol is lighter, and the plastic flights do not jam in the hole like the steel ones. I have not tried them all, but I can say that you will not be sorry with a pistol bit, or probably one of the clones available. I have not ever felt the need for a center point with either drill, or a clam plate either. If you try it without the clam plate, you will save a few more pounds. You can always add that back in if you don't like it.
:tipup:
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I used a 5 inch Lazer for years, and last spring went to the 6 inch pistol. Nothing cuts faster than the Lazer, but between the aggressive blades and the steel flights, it would grab to a dangerous degree on soft ice.layered slush. The Pistol is lighter, and the plastic flights do not jam in the hole like the steel ones. I have not tried them all, but I can say that you will not be sorry with a pistol bit, or probably one of the clones available. I have not ever felt the need for a center point with either drill, or a clam plate either. If you try it without the clam plate, you will save a few more pounds. You can always add that back in if you don't like it.
:tipup:
Lazers are a great by hand but friggin scary with a drill. I actually sold my 7" Lazer last month and will be getting a new bit for my drill setup because I got tired of about breaking my wrists with that bottom grab last season. I just use the Mora by hand for thinner ice.
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The break through is tough on the lazers..even on the Mora at times ..one bad injury/wrenching you could be impaired or worse yet out of commission for the season . Having a center point is a plus ... I am a Clam Plate fan boy ..on my 7.5 K-Drill ..8" HT E-Drill ...and soon to be 8" Eskimo Pistol Bit..but to each their own and its always good to have options .
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How are the Nils hand augers when using a drill?
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How are the Nils hand augers when using a drill?
They cut like mad! They make a power version that somehow cuts a bit less aggressively, but the hand version can be adapted to a drill and drills fast! Like any aggressive drill with steel flights, you can get jamming or grabbing if you let the hole get packed with chips. The new composite drills are lighter, but I feel the best thing about them is the flexible flights still convey chips out of the hole, but if they start getting stuck, they seem to flex and keep spinning smoothly. All mine with steel flights have a tendency to stick in the hole and jam my wrist in layered/slushy conditions.
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They cut like mad! They make a power version that somehow cuts a bit less aggressively, but the hand version can be adapted to a drill and drills fast! Like any aggressive drill with steel flights, you can get jamming or grabbing if you let the hole get packed with chips. The new composite drills are lighter, but I feel the best thing about them is the flexible flights still convey chips out of the hole, but if they start getting stuck, they seem to flex and keep spinning smoothly. All mine with steel flights have a tendency to stick in the hole and jam my wrist in layered/slushy conditions.
Thanks for the info! I picked one up, barely used, this summer for cheap (guy used it once and is moving South). For the auger and an adapter I was all in for $90
It’s a 6” one, so looking for an 8” setup and thinking of the Vevor that’s mentioned above.
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Thanks for the info! I picked one up, barely used, this summer for cheap (guy used it once and is moving South). For the auger and an adapter I was all in for $90
It’s a 6” one, so looking for an 8” setup and thinking of the Vevor that’s mentioned above.
The larger you go, the more important the weight and smooth cutting of the modern composite drill matters. I have used 4.5 and 6 inch Nils without a CLAM plate, and they were fine- not sure about an 8 inch. If you are going new, go with a drill designed with a drill in mind.
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How are the Nils hand augers when using a drill?
Nils are the best, and it's not even close. They cut smooth, break through smooth. And are a solid design that is easy to drill by hand.
Downside is sending in the blade head in for sharpening & buying a spare blade.
They use to be expensive, but not compared to what companies want for these synthetic augers.
Put a power point cutting head on, and your good to go with a drill unit.
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Wow - that's a lot of info., Thanks! Just a little more info for you... I have a Mora auger on a clam plate. It works great! But I tried my buddies pistol bit and another ones K-drill last year. I couldn't believe the light weight, it was great! So now I'm planning on a switchover this year.
As far as drills go, I have that covered with owning several Hilti drills. These are the real contractor grade units. They rate them at 750 in/lbs I believe, but they run more torque than most other drills with higher ratings.
Are you using a hand mora on the clam plate? If so the weight should be similar to the ones you mentioned. If not lighter. The only reason to move from the mora IMO is if you are getting a unit with a center point, which is a great thing for safety to keep the Áuger from skating.
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I agree with the 6” Nils. I run it with a Milwaukee Fuel, and haven’t had any issues with “skating” or “grabbing” at the bottom of the hole. I’ll drill through 24” of ice with no
problems, and use a 5AH battery that lasts me all day. I’m sure you can find a faster auger, but as far as I’m concerned, the Nils is well worth the extra $$$. I’ll bet you will find the 8” will get the job done as well as the 6” does.
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Are you using a hand mora on the clam plate? If so the weight should be similar to the ones you mentioned. If not lighter. The only reason to move from the mora IMO is if you are getting a unit with a center point, which is a great thing for safety to keep the Áuger from skating.
I do not have the clam plate, I’ll be running it with a Milwaukee 2804 and likely using the 6” only for early season brook trout.
Like I mentioned I’m looking at the vevor and it does have a centering point, which along with safety I think will be helpful for late season pike.
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Badger, ski and Agro - thanks for the great info. Makes me even more excited to leave the propane auger at home. (Ill still have the same amount of weight in my sled just trading auger for toddler - hopeful he enjoys it as much as I do)
Thorney, sorry about a bit of a hijack, hope the information was helpful to you too!
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I’m curious how many can also be used for hand drilling like the nils if the unthinkable happens
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The break through is tough on the lazers..even on the Mora at times ..one bad injury/wrenching you could be impaired or worse yet out of commission for the season . Having a center point is a plus ... I am a Clam Plate fan boy ..on my 7.5 K-Drill ..8" HT E-Drill ...and soon to be 8" Eskimo Pistol Bit..but to each their own and its always good to have options .
I'm just gonna pick up another 7" Mora bit. I slapped the drill on the 6 just as a test late last season and it worked well enough for me without the wrist wrenching on breakthrough. I actually had a 7" Mora before the Lazer, but had sold it because at the time I wasn't using a drill. So it'll just be 6" Mora for hand work and 7" Mora for the drill for me from here on out. I pretty much only used the drill once the ice was past about 8" thick, which is a fairly short amount of the season this far south.
Hand cutting much past 7-8" of ice just flares up my shoulders like the dickens these days, or I wouldn't even have bothered doing a drill setup. I rarely drill more than 3 or 4 holes in a day.
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I’m curious how many can also be used for hand drilling like the nils if the unthinkable happens
I may have to try my 8" HT E-Drill with my SM Lazer hand auger handle..The HT is shorter then my Eskimo Pistol Bit so it maybe much easier . It was never a concern in the past as I always brought any drill for ice anchor installation . This season I will be adding the ION Quick Release so the SM handle may have to tag along ..I will do a review on Quick Release once I see how it performs on ice .
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I’m curious how many can also be used for hand drilling like the nils if the unthinkable happens
Nisus, a new sponsor of the site, has several options that double as a hand auger. Most are out of stock till october.
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Thanks guys
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Use Code VVOFFCOUPON for $5.00 off $128.99
https://www.vevor.com/products/vevor-ice-drill-auger-nylon-ice-auger-bit-8-x-39-w-drill-adapter-ice-fishing?_pos=2&_sid=de2fe0e84&_ss=r
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I fish dirty ice (silty river) and open old holes often. The K-drill works perfectly for me.
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I fish dirty ice (silty river) and open old holes often. The K-drill works perfectly for me.
Would that happen to be the ole mississippi? I need to find someone to take me out down there. I've never fished a river system before.
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This season I will be adding the ION Quick Release so the SM handle may have to tag along ..I will do a review on Quick Release once I see how it performs on ice .
That is a great idea. I have used the Eskimo quick release on my old SM Lazer gas auger and it worked just fine. I'm assuming you are planning on using the ION quick release on your Clam plate? I'm just curious if the ION version is 18mm on both ends of it or not. The Eskimo version is 22mm so if I were to try that out with a Clam plate I would need two adapters to go from 18mm to 22mm and back to 18mm again just to use a quick release with the Clam plate and the Pistol bit.
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That is a great idea. I have used the Eskimo quick release on my old SM Lazer gas auger and it worked just fine. I'm assuming you are planning on using the ION quick release on your Clam plate? I'm just curious if the ION version is 18mm on both ends of it or not. The Eskimo version is 22mm so if I were to try that out with a Clam plate I would need two adapters to go from 18mm to 22mm and back to 18mm again just to use a quick release with the Clam plate and the Pistol bit.
It was designed to go onto the ION powerhead output shaft 18mm ...so it fits onto the Clam Plate output shaft 18mm as well ..the Quick Releases Stub is also 18 mm ...fitting the Eskimo Pistol Bit/ION .. HT E-Drill ..most hand augers..and tons of other options . I was confused as to what it did or didn't fit when I ordered it . Yes I am going to use on my Clam Plate . You can also buy the Stub for $20 so if you have multiple augers sizes/types you can swap out.
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Awesome! Thanks for that info HD, I think I will pick one up as soon as I can.
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Awesome! Thanks for that info HD, I think I will pick one up as soon as I can.
Going to have to do a good review . It is a really nice option/tool making quick work for the ice anchors..also think I can save some space by breaking it down ..standing up the auger unit in a smaller sled ..think last ice mobility .
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Nills 6 inch hand sugar with a Milwaukee brushless. Sweeter than Dutch cheese.
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Sweeter than hand sugar?lol jk
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Sorry. Typing class was in 9 th grade in1969. I'll try to do better. Good luck on the ice to you and yoursp
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Going to have to do a good review . It is a really nice option/tool making quick work for the ice anchors..also think I can save some space by breaking it down ..standing up the auger unit in a smaller sled ..think last ice mobility .
one thing I would suggest on that eskimo/ion quick connect is to either check your bolt connection regularly on that bottem allen bolt, or add something like loc-tite on or something similar as that thing will spin and and loosen up after awhile after you pop your auger on and off of your power unit if you use it alot.
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one thing I would suggest on that eskimo/ion quick connect is to either check your bolt connection regularly on that bottem allen bolt, or add something like loc-tite on or something similar as that thing will spin and and loosen up after awhile after you pop your auger on and off of your power unit if you use it alot.
I always carry a lil blue tube of Loctite in my bag of tricks/tools..lil dab will do ya for sure.
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I ordered the Vevor 8" auger and it arrived the other day. I don't have any experience with other augers for drills, but it seems well built.
It came with quite a few accessories: heavy duty blade cover, spare set of blades, a disk to prevent dropping in to the hole if it spins loose, and extension rod with three heights. The extension rod requires the disk to be removed, to prevent the bit from coming loose there is a part that hooks over the drill and also comes with a handle.
There is still a $20 off coupon through Amazon, unused it seems like a good purchase - looking forward to trying it out.
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I ordered the Vevor 8" auger and it arrived the other day. I don't have any experience with other augers for drills, but it seems well built.
It came with quite a few accessories: heavy duty blade cover, spare set of blades, a disk to prevent dropping in to the hole if it spins loose, and extension rod with three heights. The extension rod requires the disk to be removed, to prevent the bit from coming loose there is a part that hooks over the drill and also comes with a handle.
There is still a $20 off coupon through Amazon, unused it seems like a good purchase - looking forward to trying it out.
Thanks .. could you post the actual height of the drill unit from center point to the top of the drill bit w/o any adapter ? How fast was the shipping as its sold by a third party via Amazon?
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Thanks .. could you post the actual height of the drill unit from center point to the top of the drill bit w/o any adapter ? How fast was the shipping as its sold by a third party via Amazon?
HD-Sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday. I took measurements and it came out to 37 1/4". Not sure where they got that 39" measurement. I ordered on Sept 15th and it was delivered on Sept 17th. I used the $5 coupon code and it came out to $111.29 after taxes. it was purchased directly through Amazon and it has Veximo listed as the seller which appears to be the name of the Vevor storefront on Amazon.
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HD-Sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday. I took measurements and it came out to 37 1/4". Not sure where they got that 39" measurement. I ordered on Sept 15th and it was delivered on Sept 17th. I used the $5 coupon code and it came out to $111.29 after taxes. it was purchased directly through Amazon and it has Veximo listed as the seller which appears to be the name of the Vevor storefront on Amazon.
This helps a lot..One other question ..is it Red or Yellow ?..the picture and description were not matching up .
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This helps a lot..One other question ..is it Red or Yellow ?..the picture and description were not matching up .
Neither, it's Orange
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Neither, it's Orange
Thank you ..Unique color from the rest of the offerings out there.
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Thanks .. could you post the actual height of the drill unit from center point to the top of the drill bit w/o any adapter ? How fast was the shipping as its sold by a third party via Amazon?
The 8” auger is 37 and 1/4” long too. Shipping took 4 days.
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The 8” auger is 37 and 1/4” long too. Shipping took 4 days.
Thanks.. with a very competitive price point and its availability that Vevor is a good option..I can pass it along to my local/fellow anglers who I have been working on ...making it my 6th convert with a 7thin the wings that needs a lil more coaxing to go cordless. :thumbsup:
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Is it really 6 pounds?
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Is it really 6 pounds?
If it constructed similar to my HT E-Drill ..its very light weight ..note their are two 8" models ..links below
Vevor 6"
High-Performance Drilling: The ice drill auger’s effective length is: 39 inches, rotating diameter: 6 inches, weight: 4.9 lbs/ 2.2kg. It is lightweight, sharp, and durable. It can be used with an electric drill to meet your daily needs.
Vevor 8"
High-Performance Drilling: The ice drill auger’s effective length is: 39 inches, rotating diameter: 8 inches, weight: 6.4 lbs/2.9 kg. It is lightweight, sharp, and durable. It can be used with an electric drill to meet your daily needs.
Also 8"
High-Performance Drilling: The ice drill auger’s effective length is: 41 inches (without the extension rod), rotating diameter: 8 inches, weight: 11.13 lbs/5.05 kg. It is the ideal choice for ice fishing, science exploration, etc.
https://www.amazon.com/VEVOR-Diameter-Adapter-Fishing-Burrowing/dp/B09B9DJ1YR/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=vevor+ice+auger&qid=1633003082&sr=8-7
https://www.amazon.com/VEVOR-Diameter-Adapter-Fishing-Burrowing/dp/B09B6PT6YP/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=vevor+ice+auger&qid=1633003082&sr=8-6
https://www.amazon.com/VEVOR-Diameter-Adjustable-Extension-Replaceable/dp/B09BDT65GS/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=vevor+ice+auger&qid=1633003082&sr=8-5
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Ordering today
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Ordering today
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This may be a better deal use Code : MXJP1SWA5CA4 $123.99 free shipping
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Thanks HD!! Can't wait to see this one!!
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Thanks HD!! Can't wait to see this one!!
Let us know your thoughts upon the unboxing .
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I have a 8" lazer attached to a 996 DeWalt with 6amp hour battery. I have now issues with walking and cuts ice like butter
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My 8 inch Vevor showed up today! First impressions are good, screws were tight and fit and finish is solid. The blade cover is heavy duty and covers entire business end . The blades look identical to the ones in my ion so if so thats a plus. No ice obviously to test on but from what I've seen and compared to what I've used it looks well made.
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Is the blade mount a metal ring or composite like the eskimo
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Metal
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Metal
Nooks like they raised the price.....I think I'm going to hold out for a Pistol bit where the cutting head mount is composite..
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Ya it shot up quickly, do you want the composite for weight??
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Ya it shot up quickly, do you want the composite for weight??
Looks like Amazon dropped the coupons and Vevor site increased the price .above discount code may work still ..
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Ya it shot up quickly, do you want the composite for weight??
No….I want composite so it doesn’t rust, or have paint come off.
I also feel that the composite ring/cutting head wouldn’t have issues with getting bent like a metal one which can really screw up the cutting head.
Also, on cold days…I feel the metal cutting head might build up ice on it where the composite wouldn’t be as bad.
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No….I want composite so it doesn’t rust, or have paint come off.
I also feel that the composite ring/cutting head wouldn’t have issues with getting bent like a metal one which can really screw up the cutting head.
Also, on cold days…I feel the metal cutting head might build up ice on it where the composite wouldn’t be as bad.
Agreed ..but none of the above has happened on mine or my buddies HT E-Drill ..just a quick spin when out of hole gets most of any water off. I sent you a PM Agronomist_at_IA
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When you say composite do you know what materials they are using?
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When you say composite do you know what materials they are using?
Yes the composite/nylon flighting and bottom ring ..aluminum shaft
https://www.facebook.com/eskimoicefishinggear/videos/2617880231779030
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Ya it shot up quickly, do you want the composite for weight??
I’m looking to get some additional replacement blades - do you know which brands blades will fit? (I’d compare at stores but not too many near me)
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I’m looking to get some additional replacement blades - do you know which brands blades will fit? (I’d compare at stores but not too many near me)
Most of the Mora/flat bladed augers have the same bolt pattern ..SM Mora blades will fit onto the HT E-Drill for example ..the Vevor drill bit looks very similar to the HT E-Drill.. so StrikeMaster Mora should fit as well ..and StrikeMasters are stainless steel ..but there are less expensive options available Eskimo tend to be less expensive.
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I’m looking to get some additional replacement blades - do you know which brands blades will fit? (I’d compare at stores but not too many near me)
You may also want to PM some members who recently purchased ..Thorney I believe got the 6 in version and believe he has 6" Mora blades he may be willing to see for fit ...Reinert also made a 8 inch purchase recently I believe he may be able to verify a blade fit
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All I have to compare to is my ion, not sure what else matches up with those
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All I have to compare to is my ion, not sure what else matches up with those
So to clarify..your Vevor 8" blades will swap/fit on your 8" ION blades ?
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Haven't had time to try yet. Busy work week.
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No….I want composite so it doesn’t rust, or have paint come off.
I also feel that the composite ring/cutting head wouldn’t have issues with getting bent like a metal one which can really screw up the cutting head.
Also, on cold days…I feel the metal cutting head might build up ice on it where the composite wouldn’t be as bad.
PM sent
Haven't had time to try yet. Busy work week.
OK thanks
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The "best auger" is different for different people. I landed on the 8" SM Lite Flite. I love it. Super light, blazing fast, can open old holes, cut side by side holes, and gets more holes per batter compared to the K Drill. I have several videos on my YouTube channel showing how good it cuts. But to answer the question, the auger that gets you a hole to fish out of is the best one!!
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So to clarify..your Vevor 8" blades will swap/fit on your 8" ION blades ?
Yes they do match! Sorry for the delay on my response
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Yes they do match! Sorry for the delay on my response
Thanks and good to know !!!..BTW ..ice in my area isn't quite ready as of yet so no delay :woot: