Augers for Drills

Hey, hoping for some help and opinions,

I have been interested in getting an auger that’s made for a drill. Im slowly getting more into ice fishing, and I figured that’s my best option as I already have a nice drill and not trying to spend a whole lot of money on an electric auger yet.

I have been trying to do some research on which auger is the best to go with. All the reviews I can find is all from a few years ago. I was wondering if anyone has any updated recommendations on which one they think is the best and which ones i should consider.

I know eskimo just came out with the pistol 2.0; i have been looking at the strikemaster lite flites, and there are few other brands out there that seem good also.

And maybe this isnt the best option anymore, i know drill augers were really big a few years ago, but maybe the lack of reviews as of late should be an indicator. Thanks in advance for anyone will to share their thought, reviews, and advice.

I think the eskimo, strikemaster, and K-drill are all good units, and I’ve had the pleasure of drilling with all 3.

I’ve been running a K drill since they hit the market. Crazy how cheap you can find used ones now! I wouldn’t hesitate to buy a used unit from any of the manufacturers; blades can be sharpened or replaced but there’s no moving parts or anything to worry about, they’re just expensive rotating shafts, essentially.

K drill uses a chipper blade, I think eskimo and strikemaster offer both blade styles. If you’re in really “dirty” ice chipper blades are nice. They are a little slower than lazer blades in good clear ice. If I were buying new today I’d probably go for the eskimo, but I have no reason to replace my K drill at all after 5+ years.

I have a clam plate and 8 inch lite flight for sale for 150 bucks. That’s one of the best combos you’ll find. Priced very good for the buyer.
I have 2 drill set ups, that’s why I’m selling 1 of them. I have to many auger laying around.

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Bearcat’s unit above is what I use and works perfect with a dewalt 996 drill. That is a good price also.

I’ve had a K-drill since the 1st year they came out. Nothing bad to say about it other than I’ve had to replace a few flites due to cracks in them. My next one will be a strikemaster lite flite. personally I don’t think you can go wrong with any of them.

I would be all over that setup BC has for sale if i were you.

I love my 8″ lite flite, smooth and fast cut. Like everyone has said you can’t go wrong with either one.

I have same set up as BC and skeeter, works great. Not a lot of experience with the others but buddy has the pistol bit and he likes it. As others have said, prolly can’t go wrong with either.