Author Topic: Newly addicted to fishing...Need Auger information (Read 2486 times)

bring_back_the_NHL · « **on:** Feb 04, 2008, 01:21 PM »

Hello all. As a newbie to the site and to fishing, I want to thank all for your educational posts. Being new to fishing, I am now addicted to fishing...it started w/ Quabbin Res open water fishing and has now progressed to ice fishing. I try to get on the ice as much as possible, and try to take my 4yo son with me...who has had very good luck so far...I am in the market for an auger, was hoping to get some info/opinions on which one is best. Or possibly if anyone has a used one for sale. Any info is greatly appreciated and again thanks for allowing me to educate myself w/ this site.

Porter · « **Reply #1 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 01:29 PM »

In my opinion the Nils Master auger is the best. 8" blade and razor sharp. Very light and one of the most reliable engines ever built (Tenaka engine). Also, converts quickly to a hand auger (non-power). Only downside = $499.00. But you'll never buy another auger in this lifetime. Best of luck shopping around. I would recommend one of the lighter augers out there though. You'll thank me

- Porter

Buck1985 · « **Reply #2 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 01:46 PM »

Power auger or hand auger? I have great luck with my Strikemaster Lazer hand auger and my Strikemaster Lazer Mag Express.

scavengerj · « **Reply #3 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 01:51 PM »

Welcome to the site. Like cars, women and beer...everyone has their preferences. I'd look at this forum http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=73.0
Decide what you'd like to spend and go from there. Alot of experience on this site that should help you make up your mind. There was even a poll done recently on what types and size augers people used/liked most. One word of advice....I would NOT select a 10" hand auger as a first choice. Like alot of us have done when first starting out, we went and bought them thinking we were going to need a hole that big. Save your back and go with a 6" or 8" if you decide on a hand auger.

slabcrab · « **Reply #4 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 04:50 PM »

Just getting back into it; I'd get a 6" hand auger and go from there. I've watched guys trying to drill a hole with an 8" and just chuckled saying "yea, been there, done that"

FROZEN SHINER · « **Reply #5 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 06:21 PM »

NICE TO HAVE YOU ON THE SITE,I USE THE ESKIMO SHARK 10 INCH ITS NICE TO HAVE A GOOD HOLE TO WORK IN.THE PRICE IS ABOUT 450. THEY GAVE ME A THREE YEAR WARRANTY.THERE WAS A ISSUE WITH THE ENGINE ,NO QUESTION THEY REPLACED IT .

unoman · « **Reply #6 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 07:24 PM »

research our threads and do some online shopping....just google it...I will say though that if you want a nice auger and can spend 478...get the Nils...Porter has one and it is sweet...just shop around and feel free to post questions on what you find....thats what we are here for...

snot rocket · « **Reply #7 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 08:06 PM »

agree on the NILS.i love mine, but if looking for a hand auger i have a fin-bore 8'' and cuts beautifully cost $70-$80. comes in 4'', 6''and 8''.

Snot Rocket

FishingNewEngland · « **Reply #8 on:** Feb 04, 2008, 09:52 PM »

I've had a 10" strikemaster for 5-6 years now with no trouble. A little maintenence now and then and MOST augers should last quite some time.

jigmaster5 · « **Reply #9 on:** Feb 05, 2008, 05:50 AM »

if you have an 18v cordless drill....buy a 6" strikemaster lazer hand auger....and one of these.....

http://littlejoe.ejourney.com/~topnotch/

goosehonker · « **Reply #10 on:** Feb 06, 2008, 04:32 PM »

I have a 6" mora hand auger that has been in the family for 20 years. I have only changed the blades once! Just remember to treat the blades like gold and they really last. But much more than a foot of ice and drilling a lot of holes can be a real drag by hand....

bridgedoctor · « **Reply #11 on:** Feb 07, 2008, 05:46 PM »

If you want a reliable, super sharp, light weight, hole digging beast that's quiet...get the Nils Master power auger. You can convert it to a hand auger with the included auger handle. I've had mine for 3 seasons now and I love it. My buddies comment how light, fast, and how quiet it is. Trust me it is so worth it.

www.fish307.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=6249

unoman · « **Reply #12 on:** Feb 07, 2008, 06:06 PM »

amen bridge.....thats my next purchase for next year...heard they are coming out with a shorter auger bit....its kinda long....but what a sweet unit...

ValleyStocker · « **Reply #13 on:** Feb 07, 2008, 06:10 PM »

And my vote goes to .............NILS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

FoxyCleo · « **Reply #14 on:** Feb 07, 2008, 06:15 PM »

I have an 8" Eskimo Barracuda and never had a problem with it, cuts great

snot rocket · « **Reply #15 on:** Feb 07, 2008, 10:31 PM »

Quote from: unoman on Feb 07, 2008, 06:06 PM

amen bridge.....thats my next purchase for next year...heard they are coming out with a shorter auger bit....its kinda long....but what a sweet unit...

unoman, fish 307 carries the shorter version as their standard unit. i have the 48'' auger and if you are under 6 feet tall it would be too long.I'm 6'4'' and the 48'' is perfect.

Snot Rocket

bring_back_the_NHL · « **Reply #16 on:** Feb 08, 2008, 07:18 AM »

anybody have a gas auger for sale?

bridgedoctor · « **Reply #17 on:** Feb 08, 2008, 08:10 AM »

Yep! Fish307.

FROZEN SHINER · « **Reply #18 on:** Feb 08, 2008, 03:07 PM »

Quote from: bring_back_the_NHL on Feb 08, 2008, 07:18 AM

anybody have a gas auger for sale?

THERE IS A GUY I KNOW THAT HAS ONE FOR 250 ITS WORTH 450 ILL FIND OUT

capt.shay · « **Reply #19 on:** Feb 08, 2008, 04:32 PM »

On Ebay now and it is a local guy I know from another site so you could pick it up and save shipping.

It's an 8" Jiffy...only two hours left on the auction.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=250212093792&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&

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Author Topic: Newly addicted to fishing...Need Auger information (Read 2486 times)